When we started Throwbacks, Kyle and I were those two crazy kids on bicycles, weaving through the city, captivated by its architecture. We saw beauty where others saw decay, and that fascination sparked something bigger than we ever imagined. It was our exploration of Detroit that inspired this brand. We rode past discarded materials, watched historic homes being demolished, and knew something wasn’t right. So, we took action. We started gathering salvaged materials—dumpster diving, asking questions, and connecting with local demo crews and homeowners to rescue pieces of the city’s past that deserved a second life. What started as small home décor pieces grew into furniture, then entire spaces. Through our work, we realized we weren’t just building furniture—we were preserving history, reshaping culture, and telling a different story about Detroit. While the media painted it as one of the worst and most dangerous places to live, we knew better. I may not have been born here, but Detroit has been my home for 17 years, and I can’t imagine living anywhere else. So, here’s a Throwback to the early days—our IG feed from way back, and a tribute to some of our favorite Detroit structures, some of which, sadly, may no longer stand. Happy 313 Day ✨ We love celebrating you #Throwback #DetroitHistory #WoodwardThrowbacks #313day #madeindetroit #detroitarchitecture #detroit