Salt Circle Arcade (photo Thomas Mihal)
Exciting times in Woodstock. The Salt Circle Arcade has opened its doors. The ‘mall’ is located almost directly opposite the Biscuit Mill and next to the Positive Imaging Print Gallery/Blank Books, just a little further along towards the Salt River traffic circle. There is parking in the back for those busy Saturdays.
So far 3 shops have taken residence. More shops will follow soon and there’s talk of a coffee shop opening at the back. It will be interesting to see how this develops over the next few months. I’m happy that they have maintained the original exterior (let’s not quibble about colour) though the chicken wire burglar bars are a little out of place. Otherwise looking good.
Karizma Exterior (photo Thomas Mihal)
Karizma Décor & Design
Relocated from the Sir Lowry Strip, Karizma (owned by Steven & Karen Thomson) has taken two units at the front entrance. They specialize in art deco, retro 60s furniture as well as 80s opulence (think chrome) and even some Lucite furniture. Toni, who runs the place, is well-informed about all things furniture and happy to answer any questions you may have.
Toni from Karizma
Karizma Interior 1
Karizma Interior 2
Details
Website: www.karizmadecor.co.za
Email: [email protected]
Office: 0214651426
Henry – Garment Architecture
Henry Interior
Deciding that Woodstock is definitely the place to be, owner and manager brothers David Davey and Scott Miller specialize in vintage couture as well as some new items. This is their first venture and the shop looks cool. You can also find them on facebook.
Henry Clothing
Details
Website: http://garmentarchaeology.blog.com
The Woodstocker
The Woodstocker - Exterior
This is a satellite shop for the Woodstocker run by Chevonne. (Frequent visitors might know the main branch in the Altona Hotel on the Main raid). You can find antique furniture and accessories as well as new wooden furniture. There are some good bargains if you’re willing to finish them yourself.
Chevonne from the Woodstocker
The Woodstocker - Interior
Details
Website: www.woodstocker.co.za
Email: [email protected]
Office: +27 (0) 21 447 8566
January 11th, 2012 at 5:23 pm
hi
we developed the salt circle arcade and salt circle building, thanks for this article- watch this space the colour will be a-changing and the mall will soon be full. some exciting new tenants moving in so be in touch for more details !
May 4th, 2012 at 1:21 pm
Hi, looks wonderful but please don’t be too keen to get rid of all the “gritty” (maybe even grimy) shops that have been there for years and years – they add to the character of Woodstock or any older area for that matter. Without them, people can just as well go to Canal Walk!
June 21st, 2014 at 4:53 pm
An update to the activities at the Salt Circle Arcade can be found here: http://lavidalocal.co.za/lavidalocal/?p=538