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Boston Design Center

The Boston Design Center is at the center of Boston's glossy new Innovation District. Similar to Merchandise Mart in Chicago, picture a variety of cavernous showrooms focused on every imaginable design discipline. For visitors, make sure to check out the Market Stalls area on the second floor. This eclectic 10,000 square foot marketplace features furniture, lighting, and art from the 17th to 20th centuries. Plan a little extra time for your visit, as there may be an event going on featuring prominent architects, chefs, interior or furniture designers.

Address: 1 Design Center Pl; Suite #203
Getting there: T: Design Center
Hours: Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM
Price: Free to look
Website: bostondesign.com (opens in a new tab)

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