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Julie’s Favorite Find

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The Palecek Corsica Pendant is wrapped in hand-woven lampakanay rope with an antique brass finish. The combination of organic materials with geometric curves is the perfect mix for the Corsica Pendant collection by Palecek. With four different sizes and two hand-woven colors, the ability to mix and match allows for unique designs.

It’s exciting that Palecek continues to evolve their lighting collections with beautiful natural materials for both interior and exterior that add elegance before you even open the door!

Contact Julie, our Chicago Lighting Specialist, at juliej@caidesigns.net or (312) 755-9163×7005

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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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Claudia’s Favorite Find

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The Carbon Sectional by Rene Cazares  is my favorite find. The structure and construction of the frame is superb, this fabric is lush, has a beautiful hand and the combination of white goose cushion fills and/or trillium provides great support and comfort.

It has such a beautiful presence; we have many options as far as bases and finishes. And it is extremely well built and comfortable.

Contact Claudia, our Scottsdale Furniture Specialist, at claudiac@caidesigns.net or (480)-565-3775 x 6933

Employee Spotlight

Meet our Admins | Carrie, Corporate Furniture Facilitator

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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.

Employee Spotlight

Meet our Admins | Alexi, Operations Team Lead

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Alexi Albright

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.

Employee Spotlight

Meet our Admins | Justin, Corporate Lighting Facilitator

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Justin Biesbrouck

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.

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Meet our Admins | Caitlyn, Corporate Inventory Facilitator

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Caitlyn Edwards

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.

Employee Spotlight

Meet our Admins | Kim, Corporate Furniture Facilitator

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Kim Forrester

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!

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Rea’s Favorite Find

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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