After 28 years in operation, Architectural Salvage will close its doors on January 14, 2024. It brings an end to an eclectic and colorful San Diego home goods store that specializes in reclaimed vintage furnishings.
The store had a diverse customer base, including actress-singer Barbara Streisand and comic actor Bill Murray. It was featured in The New York Times, Departures and numerous regional publications.
“For 28 years, we’ve been an integral part of San Diego’s story, helping to restore pieces of its heart and soul,” owner Elizabeth Scalice wrote in a statement. “Saying goodbye is bittersweet, but I’m filled with pride and gratitude for our community’s support.”
Founded in 1996, Architectural Salvage operated out of what’s now considered North Little Italy. The store offers an array of unique goods from abandoned nunneries, the streets of Egypt, and the markets of Budapest, including windows, bathtubs, doorknobs, light fixtures and more.
Architectural Salvage was a supporter of the arts and crafts movement. Scalice won several awards for her work in refurbishing her own home and in promoting environmental stewardship through landfill diversion.
“The main goal now is to honor the legacy of Architectural Salvage,” Scalice says. “It’s been a beacon of positivity and a source of joy for so many, and I love hearing the stories of homes that have been restored as a result of the shop.”
The store’s final act will be a Celebration Sale held from January 12-14. Shoppers and visitors are encouraged to bring in photos of their favorite finds from over the years. SDSun
