For the discerning eye

Why do some home interiors have the x factor, while others seem predictable or contrived? Invariably the answer lies in the selection of furniture and furnishings, and the way these are put together.

And although some people seem to be born with an eye for what works and what doesn't, it is a skill that can be learned, which is where the Architects & Designers Building can help. Located in the heart of the decorative arts district in Manhattan's East Midtown, and managed by Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc, the A&D Building presents 40 showrooms on 12 floors, displaying distinctive, premium-brand products and home furnishings.

Katherine Flaherty, Merchandise Mart vice president, building products and special projects, says the building is renowned for being a one-stop shop for luxury kitchen, bath, home building and renovation products and services. But it is also famous for housing some of the most prestigious home furnishings brands, including B&B Italia, Edward Fields Carpet Makers, Harmil Carpet, Holly Hunt, Homer/Richard Mishaan, Poliform, Studium/Hughes Chevalier and Robert Lighton/British Khaki.

"The home furnishings showrooms are expansive and eye-catching, with furniture, accessories and floor coverings ranging from Italian Contemporary and French Moderne, to British Colonial and Classic American," Flaherty says.

For more details, contact or visit the A&D Building, 150 East 58th St, New York, NY 10155, phone (212) 644 2766, fax (212) 750 1934. Website: www.adbuilding.com.

Story by: Trendsideas