By Michelle Mercure
Standing in line at the supermarket (for those who still do this) often offers a small dose of inspiration. Among celebrity gossip and health headlines, the home decor section can catch the eye — a glimpse of design ideas waiting to be explored. For those drawn to these glimpses, a short drive — or stroll, depending on where one is coming from — to a little shop on Main Street in Warren offers a far richer experience.
Torsten Mayer-Rothbarth, co-owner of Inhabit along with his wife Megan, used his graphic design career to shape an idea that lead to this brick-and-mortar business. But he didn’t want it to look ordinary — and it doesn’t. For his custom furniture, he said, “I think it’s the German brain. I don’t play around too much; I keep things straight and clear.” Ac