All posts by Alison Trovato

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Connie’s Favorite Find

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My favorite find this month, the Etienne Sofa by Highland House, offers a fresh take on a classic tuxedo sofa. It can dress up for a living room or easily become more casual for a den. Thin shelter arms, a bench seat cushion and two 21.5″ standard bolster arm cushions make Etienne a stand out.

I tend to sell this piece to designers of all ages. Both younger and older clients love incorporating it into their projects. I like it because, for a smaller sofa, it feels incredibly comfortable and generous in size.

Contact Connie, our Troy Furniture Specialist, at conniem@caidesigns.net or (248) 822-1300×8232

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Heather’s Favorite Find

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The Kent Tufted Sofa by Hickory Chair is my Favorite Find this month. With its tufted tuxedo styling and effortless Ralph Lauren vibes, it strikes the perfect balance between sleek sophistication and comfort. The high arms of this sofa make perfect for reading because you can cozy up with the higher arm.

Contact Heather, our Indiana Furniture Customer Service, at heatherl@caidesigns.net or (317) 740-0025×8305

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Tricia’s Favorite Find

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The Focusx5 Pendant by DCWéditions is my favorite find. The chandelier is composed of 5 luminous discs in PMMA acrylic glass can be found in either white or black. The designer, Yuji, has transformed discs into objects floating mobile in a
weightless world of refracted light.

I love how you can glance at the light fixture at different times of the day and it looks completely
different. This magical quality is like a childhood memory or a future daydream cast in a swirl of
light.

Contact Tricia, our Indiana Furniture, Lighting & Fabric Specialist, at triciaa@caidesigns.net or (317) 740-0025×8302

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Mark’s Favorite Find

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The Grasse Dining Chair by Alfonso Marina is my favorite find. Elegant and sophisticated with old world style, it features a cane back and decorative grass rod accents that create a beautifully detailed profile. A gentle slope to the arms and a cushioned seat invite long, leisurely dining, while subtle gold striping adds an extra touch of refinement.

Contact Mark, our Indiana Showroom Manager, at markc@caidesigns.net or (317) 740-0025×8301

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Farin’s Favorite Find

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The Ava Chair is a handcrafted accent chair, expertly made in the USA by Cisco Home. The curved back and wood plinth base add both comfort and style to any room. The chairs are shown in Bonn Birch with a sealed Walnut exposed wood base.

I love the look of this chair and how comfortable it is. With the tight back / tight seat offering, it makes it easy to add fun accent pillows or a cozy throw blanket. Also, the exposed wood on the base of the chair adds an extra detail that makes the chair stand out. It is a wonderful option to include in any design since it can look more traditional or contemporary depending on the fabric and wood finish selections.


Contact Farin, our Denver Furniture Specialist, at farinf@caidesigns.net or (303) 282-8100×697

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Kristen’s Favorite Find

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The Alternatives Sectional by Burton James is my favorite find this month. The pairing of a loveseat and “cuddle pod” creates such a fun, unique overall shape! Burton James does a nice job of combining softness with support, and that combination makes this sectional a real pleasure to relax on.

Burton James’ Alternatives program allows designers to create the perfect piece that complements their vision and fulfills their client’s need for comfort, function, and stylish looks. The designer chooses the piece’s overall style, sizing, arms/base shape, cushion “fills,” and decorative accents. This allows the designer to call the shots rather than having to use a standard furniture piece that might limit their vision and cause unwanted workarounds.

Burton James recently updated their fabric selection, and it’s gorgeous! A perfect combination of beauty and durability. Of course, COM is an option as well.

Contact Kristen, our Denver Sales Admin/Junior Seller, at kristeno@caidesigns.net or (303) 282-8100×6972

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Amy’s Favorite Find

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The Buoy Double Cone Pendant by BOMMA is my favorite find. The collection was designed by Václav Mlynář, Creative Director of BOMMA. The fixture features an unusual light rod that runs through the entire core formed by a monumental hand-blown glass body.

When seeing this fixture in person, one is taken by the sheer size of the glass. The mastery to create hand blown glass at this scale is beautiful. The simplicity of the design with the ombre of a soft white color is understated and impactful. The method of using a sandblasted light core perfectly distributes the light throughout the entire glass form.

Contact Amy, our Denver Lighting Specialist, at amyz@caidesigns.net or (303) 282-8100×6976

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Carol’s Favorite Find

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The Cadence Canopy Poster Bed by Century Furniture features a Mocha Oak finish and an Antique Brass canopy. It can be customized with various wood finishes and fabric options for the headboard.

The bed is simple yet elegant. The oak wood and fabric headboard give it texture, and the juxtaposition of the smooth metal canopy is a great way to combine materials. This bed can elevate any bedroom, whether it is a guest bedroom or a primary bedroom.

Contact Carol, our Scottsdale Showroom Manager, at carolw@caidesigns.net or (480)-565-3775 x 7060

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Carlita’s Favorite Find

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The modern Kano Sideboard by John Richard Collection features a book-matched faux crocodile pattern across each pair of doors finished in variegated cream and white. The case is finished in antique beluga with brushed brass on the front molding and metal base.

I love the 3D crocodile heavy textured doors that are in a cream finish and accented with brass trim and brass legs. I think this piece would look great in any space where you want to have a dynamic and impactful look. The unique crocodile doors are absolutely stunning.

Contact Carlita, our Arlington Heights furniture specialist, at  carlitap@caidesigns.net or by phone at (847) 398-4785×6761

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Kevin’s Favorite Find

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The Paola Wing Chair from Verellen is my current favorite find. The classic silhouette of a wingback has been updated with a gracefully flared back and sweeping arms, complemented by splayed metal legs and a wood base. The curved lines and curly wool fabric make this chair incredibly inviting. It is the perfect statement piece for any space!

Contact Kevin, our Arlington Heights Showroom Manager, at kevinb@caidesigns.net or (847) 398-4785 x6760