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MacKenzie-Childs

MacKenzie-Childs is a home decor and furniture brand from Aurora, New York, known for its whimsical, hand-painted designs and signature checkered patterns.

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At a glance

Best for
Bohemian and Shabby Chic
Price position
High EndCatalog taxonomy, not a live price quote
Primary styles
Bohemian, Shabby Chic
What it sells
Furniture and home goods
Shopping model
Made in USA
Evidence
Store website and product catalogClassification reflects the last review date above

MacKenzie-Childs is a home decor and furniture brand founded in 1983 in Aurora, New York. Located on a 65-acre former dairy farm overlooking Cayuga Lake, the company is known for its whimsical and playful design aesthetic, which it describes as "tradition with a twist."

The brand's identity is defined by its audacious, hand-painted patterns, particularly the signature black-and-white "Courtly Check". MacKenzie-Childs manufactures a significant portion of its ceramics, furniture, and lighting at its Aurora facility. Artisans craft and paint many of these pieces by hand.

While many core items are made in the United States, the company also sources some products internationally, such as its popular enamelware from Southeast Asia and textiles from India. The full collection includes a wide range of kitchenware, decor accents, lighting, and upholstered furniture.

The company's headquarters is a destination itself. It is proudly open to visitors, offering tours of the production studio, a retail store, and gardens that reflect the brand's unique style.