If you like mid-century modern furniture, Populuxe KC is worth a stop on your list. The shop sells vintage and MCM pieces, along with lighting, art, clothing, and home decor. It's at 3109 Gillham Road, Suite 150, in Midtown's Martini Corner. The name is a mix of "popular" and "luxury," a nod to a mid-century look built around chrome accents, pastel colors, and bold geometric shapes.
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The store is run by Ray Cessna and Greg Martinez, two longtime collectors. Greg has more than 30 years of experience buying vintage pieces. He started at 15, raising his bidder card at estate auctions in Topeka. The business began in antique store booths and First Friday pop-ups before moving in 2018 into a 9,000-square-foot showroom in Midtown.
Reviews often mention the Broyhill Brasilia pieces, drum shade and swag lamps, and furniture made of walnut. Some customers also point to the swing glass pieces. One customer says the collection is well curated and the furniture is in excellent condition, and another notes that the clothing is in excellent shape too. Most of the inventory comes from out of state, sourced through other collectors and shops. If you have a vintage or mid-century piece to sell, you can submit it through the form on the website. Reviewers describe Ray and Greg as more than helpful, and say they know their inventory well.
Prices are on the higher side, but several reviews say they are open to bargaining. Some describe the prices as fair rather than cheap. The store's Google Maps rating is 4.9 out of 5, based on 90 reviews.
Opening hours are Friday from 11 AM to 6 PM, Saturday from 11 AM to 6 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM to 5 PM. You can call (816) 607-1580 or email populuxekc@gmail.com. The website is populuxekc.com.
Kansas City Magazine featured the store on April 17, 2026. The article, written by Nina Cherry, the magazine's Arts and Entertainment Editor, covers the showroom, the owners, and the way they choose each piece. The redesigned website, the social media updates, and the branding were handled by Tom Morse-Brown, with his wife Lyn Morse-Brown. Their work includes a stylized "P" mark based on the store's boomerang logo, plus buttons, postcards, and magnets.
Published Date
28 October 2026
