Found Arcadia’s stunning showroom offers a bounty of beauty and European-influenced offerings.

Fast Facts

• Owners Dan & Kristin Alber
• Opened April 2023
• Location 4140 N. 44th St., Unit 100, Phoenix
• Hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Sat. Closed on Sunday
• Phone (480) 550-7278
• Website foundarcadia.com

“We love creating beautiful environments and unique experiences.”

 Kristin Alber, Owner

HISTORY: “We have been in business for 26-and-a-half years,” Kristin reports. “We opened our original store in 1999 in an old historic building in downtown Mesa. At that time, we were selling mostly European antiques.” Their next location was in Chandler, and as times changed and antiques became less popular, the couple evolved into selling more products and other styles, creating a need for a larger showroom. “We finally found a great spot in Phoenix that met our needs,” Kristin says, adding that the expansive space had previously housed a commercial carpet business. The Albers set about transforming the building into an open and inviting showroom with endless appeal. “This is a family business,” she adds proudly. “My husband, mother, daughter and son all work here, and so does my best friend, who is like family to us. We live and breathe design.”

PHILOSOPHY: “We love creating beautiful environments and unique experiences,” Kristin says. “We’re not just a store. We do events, we have a lot of designers we work with, and we’re constantly taking on new ideas and projects to keep things fresh to set us apart from other stores selling home furnishings.” The events take place in an area of the showroom we call The Proper, where family gatherings and holiday happenings are held, as well as classes such as floral arranging and mahjong.

THE NAME: “Our first name was Domestic Bliss,” recalls Kristin. “We changed to Found when we relocated to Chandler, and adding Arcadia to the name of our Phoenix store created a sense of place. It’s all about finding your own niche and style of design.”

THE LOOK: Kristin describes the style of the 14,000-square-foot showroom as hand-curated and traditional, with European influences. “It’s very Arcadia,” she adds. “It has a classic, collected look that is very timely.” Reminiscent of a stylish French mansion, the airy showroom features high ceilings, lots of windows and a plethora of diverse offerings. These are arranged in sections that include living and gathering spaces, kitchen and barware, gift items, a large area in the middle of the showroom brimming with coffee table books on a variety of topics, and a separate room filled with antique furnishings and original art.

THE GOODS: Inventory is beautifully displayed throughout the showroom, with goods ranging from furniture, accessories, antique and custom rugs, bedding, lighting and gift items to artwork and hundreds of fabric samples. “There is something here for everyone,” Kristin happily remarks, noting that although they had stopped selling them over the years, European antiques are once again a big part of the mix.

DESIGN SERVICES: In addition to partial or full home design, Kristin and her team take on new builds, renovations and home styling and accessorizing, as well as holiday and event design. “Our goal is to assist clients in creating beautiful, livable spaces that feel like home,” she explains. “When people shop, we can see what they are drawn to, so we can help them curate the look they envision.” Delivery services, special orders for items not on the floor, customized details and finishes on furniture, and gift wrap services also are available.

DESIGN ADVICE: Kristin feels strongly that the most important thing to keep in mind when selecting furnishings for your home is to choose pieces that reflect you and your lifestyle. “Your home should be true to you,” she summarizes.

LAST WORD: “This is the kind of store you come to when you want something different and unique,” Kristin says. “It’s not just about stuff. We want people to find something meaningful that they can envision in their home and that tells their story.”