What are some of your favorite product lines and why?
Alfonso Marina cocktail tables, Caracole beds, and Rene Cazares sofas.
What’s a product in the showroom you want in your own home?
The Panache Swivel Chair from Wesley Hall.
Favorite snacks in the showroom?
My favorite snacks are Jolly Ranchers and Sun Chips.
What are some of your favorite product lines and why?
Burton James, Lee Industries and Wesley Hall. They are all beautiful and well-made furniture pieces that will last a lifetime.
What’s a product in the showroom you want in your own home?
The Alfonso Marina Belfort Auxiliary Tables, Lee Industries C1935-01SW Swivel Chair and Visual Comfort Fallon Table Lamps.
If you weren’t working in the design industry, what would you be doing?
I would be a teacher.
If you weren’t working in the design industry, what would you be doing?
I love animals, so I would be working at an animal rescue or a zoo as a zoo keeper!
What’s your favorite part of your day-to-day role?
My favorite part would be being able to problem solve when a coworker tells me there is a bug in the system, I love looking deep into the problem and being able to solve it
What are some of your favorite product lines and why?
I really love Made Goods, they have beautiful natural stone accessories and onyx bowls. I also really love the dark cabinets and dining tables from Alfonso Marina! Their pieces are so beautiful and timeless.
What are some of your favorite product lines and why?
Hammerton and Hubbardton Forge because there are so many options for customization.
Proudest accomplishment since being with CAI?
Having the lowest amount of lighting claims to date.
If you weren’t working in the design industry, what would you be doing?
I would be working with marine life.
How do you describe your role in one sentence?
The Gatekeeper of Lighting
Favorite snack in the showroom?
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
What’s a product in the showroom you want in your own home?
The panda painting in our Arlington Heights showroom.
If you weren’t working in the design industry, what would you be doing?
I would likely have gotten into the welding trade and sold welded creations as a side hustle.
What’s a product in the showroom you want in your own home?
The Jamestown Swivel 511. It is just such a comfy sit.
What is your favorite showroom memory?
When we had Thom Filicia come to the Arlington Design Center showroom for an event and he complimented my outfit.
What are some of your favorite product lines and why?
Two of my favorite product lines are Wesley Hall and Taracea. I really admire Wesley Hall for being a family-owned and operated company. Their commitment to craftsmanship and their wide range of finishes and fabrics allow customers to create pieces that feel both personalized and timeless. They do a great job blending traditional style with modern customization. Taracea, on the other hand, offers truly unique, handcrafted pieces that stand out in any space.
What’s a product in the showroom you want in your own home?
Wesley Hall Panache Swivel Chair
Favorite part of your day-to-day role?
Amid the ups and downs of each day, hearing Steven, our AH showroom manager, break into song is an unexpected delight. It’s truly one of the most underrated perks of the job!
The Mara Buffet by Taracea is my favorite find this month. American Oak, adjustable shelves to allow for all types of storage. It is in-stock and ready for pick up from the Chicago Showroom.
I am a huge fan of Taracea. The family owned and operated company is truly dedicated to sustainability, nature and the art of furniture making. The Mara buffet is a beautifully crafted one-of-a-kind piece. It‘s my favorite because of its sculptural yet architectural design. The organic American Oak veneer that wraps one side of the buffet makes for a great conversation starter at any dinner party. The Mara is truly a piece of art and best viewed in person, so stop on by to take a look!
Contact Rea, our Chicago Furniture Specialist, at rean@caidesigns.net or (312) 755-9163×7004
The Dew Drops Pendant by Bomma is my favorite find. Designed by Boris Klimek, mouth blown crystal globes with black leather or vegan leather straps available in 15 colors. These can be layered with multiple straps with lights and without to create a sculptural lighting experience.
This light fixture captures the essence of dew drops glistening on a delicate blade of grass. It’s one of my favorites because it beautifully reflects nature, while also showcasing the sculptural interplay of light and shadow. I also appreciate how it pushes the boundaries of what we typically consider a chandelier to be.
Contact Maria, our Troy Lighting Specialist, at mariak@caidesigns.net or (248) 822-1300×2370
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
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