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Cantoni, opened our brand new Outlet on Saturday, January 14, 2012.  Next door to the flagship Cantoni Dallas Showroom (in the former Eurway location.)  The total space is 35,000 feet.The Cantoni Outlet is the place to save big on the best modern design!  You’ll find incredible values, up to 80% off suggested retail on the world’s most sophisticated modern home furnishings.  Our new Outlet has an unbelievable selection of furnishings for the living room, bedroom, dining room — or any room in your house!   EVERYDAY AT THE OUTLET YOU’LL FIND•...

“It’s wonderful to see the longevity of our staff, and nice that a company retains its employees. It says a lot about Cantoni and the quality of the people working here.” Lorna Hunter (started 2002), GM Atlanta 27 YEARS AND COUNTING Trends change, people change, and over the course of 27 years, Cantoni has changed. However, along with founder Michael Wilkov remaining at the helm, there are several things we’ve chosen to keep the same—like our commitment to the growth and satisfaction of our employees, and the Triple C service we guarantee customers. (Cantoni. Customer....

JAS WorldwideBy Kohl Sudnikovich, Cantoni AtlantaAs it turns out, JAS Worldwide and Cantoni have a few things in common—both share an affinity for Italian design, and both are in the business of logistics. JAS is a privately owned, international freight forwarding company, including distribution and warehousing, which was founded in Milan, in 1978. Simply put, they plan the careful execution of transporting goods across continents. Cantoni, too, is privately owned. Our business is about sourcing and selling superior furnishings for homes and offices, followed by guaranteeing the delivery and installation of the merchandise meets our uncompromising standards. Last year,...

Surf’s Up in Redondo BeachBy Bernadette Capellaro, Cantoni Los Angeles An American family with three young children, living in Geneva Switzerland wanted a vacation property in Los Angeles and were thrilled to find a brand new contemporary home 2 blocks from the beach in Redondo Beach. This 3,200 square foot home with four bedrooms and 4 1/2 baths was designed by Los Angeles architect Patrick John Killen, founder and Managing Principal of Studio 9 one 2. Both the husband and the wife in this family have built careers in the fashion industry and wanted their home to reflect their international sense of style while...

Tour de Force Home HoustonBy George Saba and Michael Farmer Earlier this summer, Houston designer George Saba and General Manager Michael Farmer had the chance to assist with the interior staging of a property to be featured in Houston’s first Modern Home Tour. It’s hard to believe that this sophisticated city had yet to have such a tour, but by June 11th, the stage had been beautifully set for the curious and committed to preview nine upscale contemporary homes. By all accounts, the weekend’s event was a stunning success, and we’ve got...

GILBERT ISLAND WATERFRONT HOMEImagine life onboard your very own cruise ship, moored on a perpetually tranquil blue sea. That mental picture of outdoor, oceanic bliss is exactly what attracted Mr. and Mrs. Stansfield to this stunning waterfront home on exclusive Gilbert Island in Huntington Beach, California. Drawn to the lifestyle provided by a residence on the bay, with ready access to their boat, the Southern California couple purchased the home 2+ years ago and quickly set about updating and redecorating the interior. Hoping to create a comfortable environment suited for hosting family and entertaining friends, The Stansfield’s were not...

Made for MonterreyHaving worked as an educator in the field of architecture for 5 years, Lucia was thrilled at the prospect of creating a blueprint for the hilltop home she would share with her husband, Eduardo. After its completion in December 2010, the couple set out to imagine a warm interior environment that would expand on her theme of designing spaces to open from the inside out. Besides, the natural setting and sweeping city views practically begged to be showcased. The duo spent a month touring top furniture resources, from coast to coast, before settling in Houston and connecting with Cantoni designer...

Prov·i·dence: n a manifestation of divine guidance The fact that this home is in a development called Providence now seems perfectly fitting. Chris, the owner, was merely considering the possibility of downsizing from a formal residence outside Atlanta when he happened on the small complex of luxury brownstones under construction in nearby Roswell. “I wandered into The Providence by chance and loved what I saw. The developer, his wife, and the agent were there and discussing how Cantoni was going to finish out one of the units, and so we all started talking,” Chris...

ADRIFT FLOAT SPA En route to a different furniture store, Noah Daniel decided to venture into Cantoni. He had less than a month to find the right resource for the furnishings needed to bedeck his new relaxation spa, Adrift Float Spa. “We wanted to create a serene environment,” he explains about the design job for the rejuvenation center he started with two partners. “We wanted a clean soothing atmosphere, and our vision was perfectly (and quickly) manifested with the help of designer Janet Baker.” Janet, a designer from our North Dallas store, seized the opportunity to...

SEEKING SERENITYThe interior redesign job at Frank and Kay Dickens' residence started with the purchase of one extraordinary piece of furniture and ultimately led to a home completely transformed. It’s a trend we see repeated with our customers time and time again. “The client came to us with specific needs for a very high-end media room,” explains designer Elizabeth Lewis. “We worked sedulously to find the perfect sofa sectional. Ultimately we chose the Murano, in coffee brown leather with a contrasting burnt orange stitch, because it beautifully enhanced the custom macassar ebony wood media components....

MOVING FORWARD, FASHIONABLYRecently, for a segment on her show Designing DFW, Jocelyn White sat down with our chief energizing officer, Michael Wilkov, to garner his take on future trends in modern furnishings and what’s new at Cantoni. As is often the case, the revelations he shared are not always a matter of black and white. “We’ve evolved tremendously over the past few years and have some exciting new collections debuting in our stores right now,” says Michael. “We’re very excited about both the Midnight Collection and the Solitaire Collection. They are...

CALIFORNIA DREAMINGThe Golden State has its share of stunning beachfront properties, but this contemporary home situated in north Laguna Beach could be ranked among the best. For Cantoni designer Richard Bustos, the Emerald Bay residence represents a stunning collaborative assignment he’s proud to put in his portfolio. “It was an honor to work on a home of this caliber,” says Richard. “It’s unrivaled in the quality of its construction, design and amenities.” The clients, Bill and Cindy Shopoff, had arrived at our Irvine showroom one day after leaving Bill’s real...

STAGE PRESENCE There’s truth to the saying that one good thing leads to another. When Cantoni designer Gena Sylvester first walked into 2727 Kirby with a new prospective client, she had no idea she would emerge with a duo of staging projects for Martha Turner Properties at the same prestigious address. “While in the Kirby building with my client,” Gena explains, “Silvia Lopez (the on-site sales manager for Martha Turner Properties) asked if Cantoni would be interested in furnishing two model units on the 18th floor.” The chance meeting and inquiry turned into a staging...

20th Floor Treasure in DallasThe view from the 20th floor of The Warrington is very fine, indeed, thanks in no small part to Annie Burroughs eye for great design. “Annie is undeniably gifted,” says veteran Cantoni designer Debe Cabeza-Booker. “She has a superb eye, exceptional taste and can visualize a polished end result with ease.” Debe and Annie have worked together on a number of her projects, and first met about six years ago when Annie walked into Cantoni’s North Dallas store. Along with being the wife of a public servant (husband Mark is...

“There are lots of things in life you can’t control,” Charlotte Bickerstaff says with a chuckle, “but hair color and home décor are something fun I can change.” Keeping it contemporary The Bickerstaffs moved from Rancho Mirage, California, to North Texas a few years ago. As a principle with Bickerstaff, Whatley, Ryan & Burkhalter, Consulting Actuaries, David moved his practice from the firm's Southern California office to their Dallas office. The couple loved the contemporary style they lived with in the desert, and decided to go forward with the modern look when...

Click Here to View Photo Slideshow of Cantoni Through the Years CANTONI—from 1984 to nowCantoni was conceptualized by our founder Michael Wilkov, in the early ‘80s, and began in a small strip center in North Dallas. As a lifelong fan of contemporary and modern fashion, furnishings and architecture, Michael always believed in the enduring appeal of great design. Michael quickly established a philosophy at Cantoni that put the customer’s needs above all else. This commitment to exceeding the expectations of clients, along with offering exclusive furnishings and unparalleled in-house design services, have made Cantoni a premier...

“We offer the ultimate perspective on celebrity lifestyle, travel, nightlife, music and more, from the best source, celebrities themselves.” Chris Vanger, Marketing & Events Coordinator, Young Hollywood LLC CANTONI – Setting the stage in LA Celebrities seem to be cool with kickin’ it on the Cantoni-designed set of “Young Hollywood”—and that’s exactly how the creators of the international multimedia entertainment company envisioned it. Along with documenting and distributing celebrity and lifestyle programming globally, the company owns younghollywood.com—a hot online destination for inside stories on the lives of celebrities...

Jeff & Jacqueline ChernBontempi Cucine Kitchen Makeover“Kitchens are the hub of a home. It’s where we get nourished and energized to start the day, and where we gather together at the end of the day. It’s important we get it right for our clients, that we create a space where they feel comfortable and can stay connected as a family.” Cantoni kitchen specialist, Scott Bonds LA DOLCE VITAThe Chern’s admit they let their cats Oreo and Ethel rule their house with iron paws. So when their pesky feline friends destroyed the...

MAKING A SPECTACLEWhen your address is high in the Hollywood Hills and overlooks the City of Angels, the stage is properly set to create a dramatic living environment. As soon as the renovations on his 3,100 sq. ft. home neared completion, Doug Fregolle contacted the woman he knew could help maximize the aesthetic appeal of the lofty residence—Bernadette Capellaro from Cantoni LA. Doug had previously enlisted Bernadette’s help with his office and a home in Palm Springs, and has long been a fan of Cantoni. Owner of a hugely successful promotional products company (see link below), he...

ROOMS WITH A VIEWEndless windows and panoramic views of the stunning Dallas skyline are undoubtedly some of the first things you notice after entering unit #1208 on the 12th floor in the sleek high-rise known as Azure. That’s exactly what homeowners Chris and Sue Stone, and their longtime Cantoni design partner Pogir, intended. “We worked with the developers to combine three separate units to create one spectacular condominium,” explains Pogir. “The place has a tremendous ‘wow’ factor. You can literally see through 75ft. of space. And at night, it’s easy to imagine...