Crate & Barrel is an American chain of retail stores specializing in furniture, housewares, and home accessories. Founded in 1962 by Gordon and Carole Segal in the Old Town neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, the company is currently owned by Euromarket Designs, a subsidiary of the German Otto Group. Crate & Barrel operates approximately 90 stores across the United States and Canada, plus franchise locations in international markets.
The brand is positioned in the upper-mid-range market segment, known for its clean, contemporary design aesthetic that balances style and functionality. Crate & Barrel's merchandise spans a wide range of categories including living room, dining room, and bedroom furniture; kitchen and tabletop items; decorative accessories; lighting; rugs; bedding; bath products; and outdoor furniture. The company has built a strong reputation for its wedding and gift registry service, which is one of the most popular in the United States.
Crate & Barrel collaborates with renowned designers and artisans to create exclusive collections and limited-edition products. The company invests in quality materials and construction, offering solid wood furniture, performance fabrics, and hand-blown glassware alongside more accessible everyday items. The brand also operates CB2, its modern and younger-skewing sister brand.
The company has expanded its design services offerings, providing complimentary in-store and virtual design consultations. Crate & Barrel has also invested significantly in its e-commerce platform, offering 3D room planning tools and augmented reality features through its mobile app. The brand produces seasonal catalogs and maintains a strong digital content strategy focused on design inspiration and entertaining ideas.