Area Rug Growth in July

Posted on June 22, 2009 by ksantry

There will be more area rugs at AmericasMart than anywhere else in the world this summer. More than 100 area rug companies/manufacturers call Atlanta their home, and more than half show here exclusively.

Area rug retailers will also have the chance to shop the home furnishings floors for cross-merchandising opportunities. And the same goes for home furnishings retailers and interior designers-now, they can take advantage of the area rug product center while shopping their normal home floors. It’s a win-win for both! Plus, cross merchandising is very popular right now and an innovative way to attract new customers and maintain the loyal ones.

When walking the Area Rug floors, be sure to stop by these new and newly expanded and relocated showrooms:

Amadi Carpets (5-D-7)

The Creative Touch (5-F-2)

Jerry H. Aziz Oriental Rugs (5-F-1)

Harounian Rugs International (6-A-1)

Zollanvari Ltd. (3-D-11),

See what they’re saying….

“During the 16 years we have exhibited our product at AmericasMart, our partnership with AmericasMart has only grown stronger, including our confidence in the strength of its market center,” says Jerry Aziz. “Our showroom and the business we conduct here are vital components to the success of our company.”

“AmericasMart is the only North American Market where our company chooses to exhibit because it is where our customers come to do business,” says Sanjay Purohit, CEO of Zollanvari. “We have had great success showing here, and hope to reach new customers with the opening of our new space.”

“With the expansion and relocation of our showroom, we will be better positioned to showcase our unique antique recreations to our customers,” says Baki Ildiz of The Creative Touch, Inc. “AmericasMart has provided our company with the largest and most efficient market center to reach out to and build our customer base, and because of our partnership, we have been able to significantly increase our presence in the marketplace.”

Plus, in partnership with the Oriental Rug Retailers of America (ORRA), AmericasMart is hosting s a full lineup of educational programming through its renowned AmericasMart University (AMU) classes. Find more information about the events, times and locations at www.AmericasMart.com or in the Buyer’s Guide at Market.

Check out the new Home Temp category at July Market!

Posted on June 22, 2009 by ksantry

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The newly defined Antiques, Vintage and One-of-a-Kind category debuts at the July International Gift & Home Furnishings Market when Temps open on July 10. This addition brings the Temps collection to 25 categories. The newest addition is strategically located in Building 1 on Floor 2, so it’s easily accessible from any of the buildings.

The Antiques, Vintage and One-of-a-Kind collection is part of AmericasMart’s Home expansion. This particular collection showcases antiques, vintage décor and unique product, including furniture, home accents, tableware, lighting, wall art, silver and fine vintage products from all eras. There are pieces to suit lots of styles from deco to folksy to traditional.

Don’t forget the other Home Temps as well:

HIGH DESIGN
High Country Lodge
Fine Linens & Home Textiles
Home Accents
Home Furnishings
Coastal Lifestyles Collection
Gardens Product
Tabletop & Fine Gifts

Find Incomparable Outdoor/Indoor Product in an Unmatched Setting

Posted on June 19, 2009 by ksantry

Living. Outdoor / Indoor.^® The Gardens.^®continues to be the product center that redefined and re-established the meaning of casual, elegant at-home living is again the center of attention in Building 2 WestWing on Floors 9 and 10 this July. It’s full of the industry’s finest and highest quality lifestyle merchandise whether you’re looking for a centerpiece fountain, the perfect planter or a comfy outdoor seating group. You can even find artwork and lighting specifically designed for outdoors or accessories to make the most basic patio feel like a magazine living room.

It’s unlike any other market center area in the country – a respite from traditional showrooms and temp spaces. Connected by a two-story waterfall, the floors showcase stunning product and distinctive accents that are as creative as the setting. Filled with winding pathways and artistic lighting, the whole area captures the natural spirit of its product mix.

gardens The industry’s leading gardens and casual lifestyle companies showcase their product throughout the open-air environment. Plus there are plenty of fun, free events during Market, including:

A Southern Supper in the Gardens brought to you by Casual Living & Home Accents Today featuring delicious flavors of Low Country cuisine along with complimentary wine.
The GREAT GRILL GIVEAWAY where retailers can win an incredible Island Grill Entertainment Center with Refrigerator by Atlanta Leisure Concepts.
Casual Living & Home Accents Today also bring you Garden Gourmet Coffee & Cookies on Saturday and Sunday afternoons of Market for a relaxing break in the day.

Home Continues to Grow as Exhibitors Expand Showrooms

Posted on June 19, 2009 by ksantry

home continues to grow The Home category at AmericasMart continues to grow as more quality exhibitors increased their showrooms on Floors 11, 12 and 13 in Building 1.

Anchored by Uttermost, who doubled the size of its showroom, the expanded and relocated showrooms make up more than 35,000 square feet of the home furnishings and accessories product mix. Key exhibitors to check out include:

Uttermost, expanded to an astounding 13,300 square feet – twice the size of it’s current space – on Floor 12, offers home accessories such as mirrors, lamps and clocks, and has been a family owned and operated business for more than 30 years;
Englishman’s, grew to more than 8,000 square feet on Floor 11, showcases some of the world’s finest hand-crafted English and Classic furniture:
Leftbank Art, increased to almost 5,000 square feet on Floor 13, manufactures unique canvas artwork to fit into any environment-from homes and offices to galleries – and offers hand-painted acrylic pieces as well as canvas-mounted prints;
Go Home, moved to a 4,300 square-foot space on Floor 12, specializes in vintage-inspired home furnishings and accessories;
Outdoor Designs, grew to more than 3,000 square feet and moving to Floor 11, produces high-quality fine furniture.
Atrium Foliage, relocated and increasing to nearly 2,000 square feet on Floor 12, produces high-end artificial trees and floral arrangements.

All six companies are part of the AmericasMart Home expansion which creates a prime destination for any retailer or designer looking for the most comprehensive, innovative collection of furniture and accessories product anywhere.

Grand Opening! Brand New Home Exhibitors on Floor 14

Posted on June 19, 2009 by ksantry

grandopeninghome The 14^th floor of Building 1 opens for July Market as the premier destination for furniture and accessories buyers. It’s the jewel in AmericasMart’s 2 million square foot home furnishings product center. New exhibitors debuting on the floor include the anchor showroom Century Furniture, along with standouts Massoud Furniture and A Touch of France.

The revamped 14^th floor is decked out in style to reflect the upscale merchandise. Dark wood paneling and copper-inset ceilings are illuminated by chandeliers and sconces. There’s even a seminar room along the D corridor for celebrity speakers and classes.

More than the premiere target for retailers, it’s also an essential source for the interior design community to find the perfect pieces to please even the pickiest clients.

While the 14^th floor is the nexus for an entire building dedicated to home product, there’s an extensive array of product option – all in one area. Don’t forget:

the home furnishings temporaries on floors 2 and 7;
the area rug center on floors 3-6;
the home accents and fine linens center on 9 and 10;
home furnishings and accessories on floors 11-13,
and the holiday & floral/home décor center on floors 16-20.

Exhibitors Find New HOME on 14

Posted on June 19, 2009 by ksantry

exhibitors-find-new-home-on-14 AmericasMart’s Home expansion is hitting full stride, driven by some favorite exhibitors making the move to the 14^th floor in Building 1. These are established exhibitors, already known and loved by buyers that have committed to an even more prominent role in the category for July Market and beyond. Some of the newly expanded and relocated showrooms on the floor to check out include:

Ambella Home Collection, Inc., newly located and expanded to 8,200 square feet of uniquely designed, handcrafted furniture
Art For Kids, now with almost 1,000 square feet of fine, made-to-order furniture for children
Ashore, Inc., now in 1,500 square feet, featuring fine wrought iron lighting and chandeliers
Charles Ray’s 11,700 square feet of furnishings featuringKey City, Sherrill, Hickory White, Hekman, Bernhardt, Henredon and others – offering hundreds of silhouettes and more than 10,000 fabric and leather choices, especially for the interior design trade
Chelsea House, Inc., newly expanded to 6,000 square feet, featuring exquisite lines of home furnishings and accessories
Currey & Company, Inc., now with 5,000 square feet of lighting and accessories
Designs By Bree, Inc., together with Touch of France, in the newly expanded 1,000-sq. ft showroom of authentic wrought iron old world lighting fixtures and the highest quality of furniture
Eddy West, occupying 1,500 square feet and showcasing custom home furnishings and case goods – rich in style, color and tradition
Foster’s Point, Inc., showcasing more than 3,000 square feet of handcrafted finished florals in traditional and contemporary designs
Jeanne Reed’s, Ltd., featuring 1,500 square feet of handmade decorative home accessories in styles based on timeless designs
Interlude Home, Inc., seven premium home furnishings brands in a new 2,500 sq. ft. showroom that includes Weiman-Preview - a leader in contemporary upholstered furniture
New Growth Designs in nearly 1,000 square feet, featuring top quality, life-like finished florals
Starbay USA, LLC, with nearly 1,000 square feet of custom desks, tables, chests and trunks inspired by furniture salvaged from luxury ocean liners – all designed to fit the modern needs of the customer.