If you have just moved into a new place or built your dream home, where do you start?   If you follow the industry experts, appliances and electronics are first and foremost.  Making sure you can stream Netflix is more important than sleeping in a bed, sitting on a sofa or gathering around the ... Read More about How To Shop For Furniture….Should You Buy Local?

When you buy new furniture you might ask what can be done with existing furniture that is gently used that needs to be removed from your home.  This is a fantastic question and I've highlighted some thoughts and resources below. You may have already experienced this.  Here’s a true story about ... Read More about What Should I Do With My Old Furniture

I think the whole world is buying Ikea.  This would account for their billions in sales.  How did this race to the bottom of quality and expression happen?  Have I purchased Ikea items, yes I have.  Why? And what?...  It's their kitchen cabinets--they are in stock and ready to be installed and I ... Read More about Buying Quality Furniture

Number one reason you asked? Handcrafted is normally smaller, better made, and more uniquely designed.  For example...a custom, handmade fashion dress can cost from $7,000 to $30,000. Made by artisans takes handcrafted to a new level.  Handcrafted product are eco-friendly, sustainable, and ... Read More about Why Is Hand Crafted Better

The furniture industry says 7-15 years is the average lifespan of a sofa.  Superior quality upholstery will last 25-35 years.  What's the difference?  Why would you spend up to $20,000 for a sofa or couch? This questioning started with a casual discussion with a client about price.  Why did the ... Read More about Why Spend More Money on a Sofa