The first Crate & Barrel in the Central American region opens today, Friday, July 28, at Avenida Escazú, a trendy, upscale commercial and residential complex just west of San José, Costa Rica.

The store involved an investment of US$4 million, has an extension of 2,200m2, and will employ an estimated 40 people for ​​sales, cashier, exhibition, and other work.

Crate & Barrel offers its own brand designs, kitchen accessories, home decor, modern furniture, entertainment, lighting, as well as accessories for bed, bath and office, all at an affordable price. In addition to its base product line, it will offer its own seasonal designs, said the company.

“Crate & Barrel knows its consumers – what they prefer and like most – and based on that we have experts who travel around the world to include within our collections the unique pieces that we offer, and that are only sold in Crate & Barrel’s international locations,” said Mónica Montenegro,  spokeswoman for Crate & Barrel in Costa Rica.

The franchise has stores in other Latin America including Mexico, Colombia and Peru, and globally has operations in Canada, Dubai, and Singapore.

The establishment at Avenida Escazú is divided into two large areas. On the first floor, consumers will be able to find kitchenware and household items such as crockery, glasses, cutlery, bakery items such as spatulas, cake molds, and more. On the second floor is a variety of furniture including  dining room, living room, terrace, and bedroom sets.

“We want to invite all Costa Ricans to visit our store and to be part of the experience offered by Crate & Barrel in the country. We are very happy to open our doors to the public and to make available to Costa Ricans a brand that globally sets the standard for decoration and household items,” said Andrea Rojas, Marketing Manager for Crate & Barrel in Costa Rica.

 

Crate & Barrel’s most sought-after services worldwide is its marriage registry aspect. The ease of the company’s registration system as well as the wide variety of products and designs make it an attractive option for those planning a wedding in the near future.

Euromarket Designs, Inc. dba Crate & Barrel is a 170+ store American chain of retail stores, based in Northbrook, Illinois, specializing in housewares, furniture (indoor and out), and home accessories. Its corporate name is Euromarket Designs, Inc. The company is wholly owned by Otto GmbH.