About The Well Appointed House

The Well Appointed House was founded by Melissa Hawks in 2001 when she was working as a young, advertising executive in New York City. She wanted to bring the unique home décor finds that were readily accessible to the urban market in Manhattan to a more widespread audience on the Internet. The website has grown over the years to include more than 10,000 items. Through her loyal customers, followers on Facebook and Twitter, her brand has become about a lifestyle, having a Well Appointed Life^TM. The Well Appointed House has received press in the national media over the years, including The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, on CNBC and in magazines such as In Style, Blueprint Magazine, Domino, Harper’s Bazaar, House and Garden and others. The Well Appointed House regularly works with the press and editors can contact us for media requests.