OPEN HOUSES!
Anacara Co.
floor 16 suite 16-130
Anacara Co. is pleased to announce the addition of several new lines to our showroom including Anacara Co. Contract, Silver State Fabrics, Selamat Designs, Tommy Bahama and Les Jardins.
Artistic Tile
floor 1 suite 105A
Please stop by Artistic Tile showroom Monday and Wednesday, 4–6 p.m., for refreshments and hors d’oeuvres!
Baker Knapp and Tubbs
floor 6 suite 6-187
Visit Baker Knapp & Tubbs on the sixth floor for an open house featuring an exclusive assortment of Baccarat lighting and accessories. New product will be on display from June 13–15th.
BRADLEY HUGHES
floor 18 suite 1855
Visit the beautiful new BRADLEY HUGHES showroom to see their new 2011 products and enjoy some cheese and wine from 12–5 p.m.
Casa Bella
floor 15 suite 1578
Noir / CFC are two furniture lines coming out of LA that are HOT, HOT, HOT. With a young and sophistcated look, CFC is a custom furniture line hand crafted from reclaimed lumber in the US. Designer Georg Baehler brings his Design talent from Germany.
Century Furniture
floor 17 suite 1700
Introducing the new Icons series a furniture collection from Juan Montoya—stop in and see it today!
Chai Ming Studios
floor 16 suite 1689
Exclusively to their showroom — the Gratz Archive Collection is an exquisite compilation of mid century featuring rarely available chairs, tables, and decorative lighting pieces from noted designers like Mies van der Rohe, Williams Katavolos, Ross Littell, and Douglas Kelly. Also introducing the New Basics a series of nightstands, consoles and end tables with steel frames and minimalist detailing with tops made of precious stone, wood, or glass. Designed by noted interior designers, like Gary Lee and David Grout, these pieces are bound to become instant classics.
Chicago Tile Institute
floor 1 suite 163
Mid-America Tile introduces Quartez and Berkshire from Florida Tile, two new high definition porcelain tiles replicating natural stone and wood. Ceramiche Coem brings Pietra Millerighe, a magnificent porcelain with a natural design resembling wood and sticks. Ceramica Fioranese will feature Ayers_ Rock, pristine porcelain-glazed tiles with the look of natural stone. Original Style has a new porcelain line called Tonal and we’ll be showing Fabulous Creatures, outrageously glamorous animal prints with an undeniable “wow!” factor.
Christopher Peacock Cabinetry
floor 1 suite 148
Peacock introduces his Contemporary Collection of fitted and free-standing furniture. The Collection includes beautiful new contemporary hardware designed by Mr. Peacock, many new choices of interiors of cabinetry for clients to choose from as well as new wood, stain and paint choices to compliment the new Collection. The new Collection can be seen in several Christopher Peacock Home showrooms in kitchen, dressing room and bath displays.
Closet Works
floor 1 suite 163
Chicago’s own Interior Designer, Erik Kolacz, teams up with Closet Works to design a special line of closets. Stop by the Closet Works showroom and meet Erik Kolacz!
Copeland Furniture –
Frank Lloyd Wright® by
Copeland
floor 16 suite 1683
Designed to meet the requirements of nextgeneration home office equipment, the Omni work center is guided by the premise “more function, less space.” Omni is your all-in-one compact home office solution. Omni is crafted in solid cherry hardwood in four finish options with a variety of knob or pull options. Stop by the showroom for a preview.
Cowtan & Tout
floor 6 suite 638
Manuel Canovas’ summer launch pays hommage to the sun-soaked Provencal countryside with its rich heritage—then takes you across the ocean to the vivid tropical warmth of Rio and Brasilia. Classic and contemporary patterns are given a new approach and vibrant, exuberant colors are more vivid than ever. A wide range of florals, plains and stripes are enhanced with texture, embroidery and patina. On display at Cowtan & Tout.
David Sutherland
floor 18 suite 1800
Sutherland’s most popular and iconic designs are being re-released in all-season woven synthetic, giving these acknowledged classics a new look while allowing them to stand alongside the rest of Sutherland’s beautiful home furnishings. Each piece is hand woven over a powder-coated aluminum frame, making them frost, heat, chlorine and fade resistant. Sutherland Woven Classics are featured in the unique Sand Dollar color to complement any or all of Sutherland’s premium teak or powder-coated aluminum collections.
deAurora
floor 18 suite 1871
Keno Brothers by Theodore Alexander now at deAurora. Drawing on their combined nearly half century in the high-end antiques market, Leigh and Leslie Keno, in coordination with industry leader Theodore Alexander, have created their own distinctive furniture collection. Merging mid-century modern lines with historic craftsmanship and exotic wood species, they have created furniture meant to be coveted, as well as lived with—sculptural art for the home.
Design Atelier – Modern
floor 18 suite 1848
Continuous new product introductions, New Lines, New Looks, New Brands.
Dessin Fournir Companies
floor 18 suite 1813
The Dessin Fournir Companies welcome you to Suite 1813 for an inspirational retreat. de Gournay brings to market a new range of Papiers Peints Panoramiques that include striking new colored monochromatic colorways and rich lacquer finishes offering a fresh and contemporary feel to their existing classical Panoramiques designs. Kerry Joyce Textiles introduces six new qualities of linen, sheers, stitched matelasse, hemp and velvet. Conrad adds to their innovative window shade collection with Wintersea handcrafted of ramie and palm fibers in a smooth weave that can live in harmony with a traditional or contemporary aesthetic. Classic Cloth and Rose Cumming’s 2011 releases incorporate the natural fibers of linen, cotton and silk to showcase beautiful embroidery as well as delicate hand-block prints.
Direct Rug Import
floor 15 suite 102
Presenting a new line of transitional and modern wool and wool/silks. Stop in to see them today!
DREAM2O
floor 1 suite 127
Stop by the DREAM2O showroom and enter a world of design inspiration. From innovative technologies that change how we interact with water to the distinctive designs that transform a faucet into a focal point, discover new possibilities for the kitchen, bath and shower, featuring BRIZO and Delta Faucet products.
Edelman Leather
floor 18 suite 1873D
For their new collection, Matte & Gloss, see how Edelman Leather has been playing with extremes to gauge how light is absorbed and reflected on different surfaces. Experimenting with stripes through various processes and finishing offering a subtle texture shift. Mixing some existing products with unexpected twists of excitement. Also visit our contract showroom in Suite 1119A.
Ernestomeda Chicago
floor 1 suite 128
Ernestomeda Chicago invites you to view the new Molteni & C pieces, which are the latest modular Italian-based furniture and wardrobe systems.
Filsinger Chicago
floor 18 suite 1870
Introducing MamaGreen a Belgian company specializing in beautifully designed, wellpriced, durable and environmentally friendly outdoor furniture. Visit the showroom to see the beautiful and extensive product line for yourself. Refreshments provided.
George Smith
floor 18 suite 1879A
Stop in to meet managing director of George Smith, Ben Norris and Sam Woodward of Best & Lloyd, an exquisite lighting line now carried at George Smith. Also featured during Fine Design will be Constance Posey of Posey Furniture.
Grange Furniture
floor 18 suite 1825
Grange invites NeoCon® guests to a debut of their newest outdoor collection, Georgia Garden. This romantic line, made from environmentally friendly materials, is sure to harmonize with your garden. Join the Grange showroom for fine French treats while previewing new product.
Granite & Marble Resources
floor 1 suite 115
Granite & Marble Resources now carries hardwood flooring. While you’re here, stop by the showroom and enjoy refreshments!
Hastings Tile & Bath
floor 1 suite 120
Be sure to stop by Hastings Tile & Bath as they celebrate their new Chelsea H124 Faucet. This beautiful three-hole faucet comes in nine different finishes.
Holly Hunt
floors 17 & 18 suites 1728 & 1844
The Holly Hunt showroom invites you to stop in and see their exciting new designs including the introduction of over 100 new products to the Holly Hunt Studio Collection. Also view recently added new modern furniture and lighting products by French designers, Jean-Michel Wilmotte and Paul Mathieu. hollyhunt.com
Homecrest Outdoor Living
floor 17 suite 1744
Homecrest combines a rich history of quality and classic design with today’s demand for affordable luxury living. The latest collections reflect timeless frame designs, finishes, fashionable fabrics and comfortable seating options with an array of granite, natural or faux stone, glass, acrylic, cast embossed or mesh aluminum as well as spun steel tops in a variety of shapes in sizes. Suitable for contract or residential use, visit the showroom for a tour!
JANUS et Cie
floor 18 suite 1876
Join JANUS et Cie during an open house to celebrate their newest furniture and textiles highlighted by the exquisite JANUSweave™ collection executed in hand-woven, “GENERATION-NEXT” JANUSfiber™— a tour de force of art, craft and technology.
Julia Gray Ltd
floor 18 suite 1856
Discover dynamic versatility for every room with nearly unlimited custom capabilities. Featuring antique mirror, wood and painted finishes with hand painted decoration. Also featuring beautiful new light fixtures from The Brighton Collection and luxurious Pratesi Linens. juliagrayltd.com
Kenneth Ludwig Home Furnishings
floor 15 suite 1510
View Kenneth Ludwig Home Furnishings’ latest lines while enjoying Prosecco and the famous cookies & sweet treats from Mimi, the showroom manager. New lines include Beeline Home by Bunny Williams, Designmaster Furniture, French Heritage, Taylor King and Wildwood Lamps. Kenneth Ludwig has also recently expanded the fabric offerings to include both residential and commercial fabrics from Norbar Fabrics & United Fabrics. Be sure to stop by and see the latest from all the other great lines Kenneth Ludwig Home Furnishings represents.
Mallin Casual Furniture
floor 17 suite 1766
Join one of the world’s premier casual furniture companies for an afternoon open house and reception. A 15-year quality warranty on frames, finish and fully welded construction give peace of mind when looking for quality furnishings. Mallin’s designs and unique elegance are surpassed only by the dedication to customer service. View all of the 2011 collections and don’t forget to request your complimentary catalog. 312-836-0375.
Michael-Cleary
floor 18 suite 18222
A breath of fresh air in design, we are all in need of it! Martini tales in bright new colors add Oomph will start you off and running. Along with fresh new products from MALABAR, Gaetano, Minton– Spidell, Salvations, R.Jones and Allan Knight.
Michael Taylor Designs
floor 18 suite 1868A
Join the Chicago showroom for an open house to celebrate the arrival of new Michael Taylor arcadia outdoor and borghese interior collections. In addition, the wicker works will be featuring the newest edition the basel collection.
Mike Bell, Inc.
floor 18 suite 1869
Introducing Naos Forge, out of San Diego, California! Their custom pieces in bronze and metal include lighting, table bases, fireplace screens, beds and settees, doors, railings, etc. Stop in and see them today.
Museum Works Galleries
floor 18 suite 1850
Stop in to see newly featured furniture by J+G Custom Design and a group show of artwork by various emerging artists!
Nancy Corzine
floor 6 suite 622
Stop by the showroom to see products for the fabulous new LINK Collection! Meet the designers and enjoy freshly made margaritas!
Neff of Chicago
floor 1 suite 144
Neff of Chicago has launched a beautiful new brushed Tamarack veneer. Showcased on their center island; come in to see the subtle texture and dramatic beauty that this new veneer creates. Also take a moment to view Neff of Chicago’s capabilities with inlayed veneer and stainless steel doors!
Odegard Inc.
floor 18 suite 1828
New to the Odegard showroom is Viya Home featuring handmade metal furnishings and stone overlays from India!
Outdoor Lifestyle
floor 17 suite 1789
Proudly assembled in America with thoughtful design, solid craftsmanship and a high standard of customer service! View the impressive range of traditional and modern design in fully welded case aluminum collections suitable for contract or residential applications and featuring the Gyro Table which flips up for easy storage. Have an unusual color scheme? Customize a finish to suit your needs. Call 312.832.1191
Paris Ceramics
floor 1 suite 146
What is more elegant than respect for the environment? Stop by Paris Ceramics from 1-5 p.m. during NeoCon for French wine and unveiling of our latest and unrivaled wood collections, both reclaimed and new French and American oak floors. Recycled antique materials, whether wood or stone, remain the heart of our collection, while our new wood floors are eco-conscious with compliance to the international PEFC and FSC standards. Be sure to also view our latest French oak flooring installations in the 2011 Merchandise Mart DreamHome and both the Bentwood and Christopher Peacock showrooms!
Pindler & Pindler
floor 6 suite 618
Introducing bold new Indoor / Outdoor fabrics from the Signature Exclusive Licensed Hearst Castle® Collection! Inspired by traditional molas and other artifacts collected in 1920 by William Randolph Hearst on a Panamanian Trip. Transitional designs in fresh vibrant color combinations, woven with 100% solution-dyed Sunbrella® yarns, make this collection appropriate for a broad range of applications.
Poggenpohl
floor 1 suite 138
See Poggenpohl’s new design concept, +Artesio, featuring new glass fronts, slotted backsplash system, lighting, all new drawer boxes and hardware for all Poggenpohl systems.
Poliform
floor 1 suite 110
Poliform invites you to view the current Lifestyle collection. Join us for a light breakfast on Monday and afternoon cocktails Tuesday while you browse.
Porcelanosa Tile/Kitchen/Bath
floor 1 suite 149
Porcelanosa invites you to their showroom as they are showcasing new products and design features for spring, summer and beyond. Enjoy wine, refreshments and hors d’oeuvres!
Robert Lighton
floor 17 suite 1718B
Visit the Robert Lighton Showroom to view new contemporary mahogany introductions to the Croydon Collection. Refreshments will be served.
RODOLPH, Inc.
floor 6 suite 117A
RODOLPH announces its arrival to The Merchandise Mart, welcoming designers to a collection of decorative fabrics, wall coverings, trim and drapery hardware. Improve your presentations and expand your business by moving seamlessly into the next generation of design with an unprecedented, easyto- use website tool. Stop by for a sneak preview of the latest in modern design technology and take advantage of their NeoCon® special!
Studio Snaidero Chicago
floor 1 suite 140
Help Snaidero celebrate the evolution of Ola 20. Stop by their showroom to see the new design and enjoy some sparkling wine and sweets too!
South Sea Rattan Collection
floor 17 suite 1785
Put your mind at ease with South Sea’s 100% weather-proof wicker and rattan that can be used outdoors year round. Offering an extensive variety of fresh ideas from traditional to classic, to transitional collections in casual furnitue for interior or exterior application perfect for contract or residential use.The strength and durability of wicker and rattan ensures not only low maintenance but also a lasting product.
Sub-Zero and Wolf Showroom
floor 1 suite 134
Visit the new Sub-Zero and Wolf Showroom and get connected with a complimentary appliance consultant whose sole purpose is to help you create the kitchen that’s perfect for you. Experts will personalize your visit by helping to select the right combination of Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances to fit the lifestyle of your home.
Three Birds Casual Furniture
floor 17 suite 1783
Visit Three Birds and discover the luxury of timeless teak at an affordable price! Hotels, resorts, clubs, hospitals, restaurants and museums have come to count on Three Birds for inspired designs, quality manufacturing and timely delivery. Three Birds offers both traditional and contemporary collections for your contract or residential installations.
Tommy Bahama
floor 16 suite 1625
Please visit our showroom to see the newest introductions for outdoor living from Tommy Bahama.
Urban Archaeology
floor 1 suite 108
Come see Urban Archaeology‘s Products of the Year! New collections that debuted this year comprise 19 products including floor, wall, hanging and desk lighting, mirrors and hardware, all influenced by the mid-century designers and architects we most admire.
Valcucine Chicago
floor 1 suite 106
Continuous research of materials and their resistance to water, steam and heat allowed Valcucine to reinvent the kitchen cabinet by creating the first 100% recyclable base unit in glass and aluminum. The glass and metal structure is held together with mechanical joints thus eliminating the presence of harsh adhesives. These unprecedented characteristics of Invitrum make the system the utmost expression of dematerialization, total recyclability and eco-sustainable design.
Westwater Patterson
floor 18 suite 1806
Visit the showroom for an introduction of new product by Richard Boprae!
Winston Furniture
floor 16 suite 16-100
Relax at NeoCon! Stop by Winston Furniture and view the latest offerings to perfectly complete your current and future outdoor projects. Whether it’s poolside, dining, or café, Winston can fit your needs. While you’re here, take the opportunity to relax, have a cold drink, and access Wi Fi.
Woodland Artisan Cabinetry
floor 1 suite 104
Visit Woodland Artisan Cabinetry to see their new reclaimed door with metallic foliage. Also stop by the green space to view the beautiful reclaimed wood cabinet with a precious stone top.
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