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Dear Colleagues, also well received. As you may know, we recently lost an icon in the In October, there were also shows staged by rug industry, Mr. Nasser Rahmanan. Mr. manufacturers and their trade associations. They Rahmanan was a leader and forerunner in our invited all of our members to visit them with industry. He always dedicated his complimentary airfare and accom- time for the betterment of the rug modations. Lucille and I met offi- industry. As a past president of cials of each trade association to dis- ORIA, a friend and a mentor, he cuss marketing and promotions of will be missed. Please read the arti- their respective country’s rugs here cle “In Memoriam” of Mr. in the USA. Rahmanan on page 10 of this issue All of these shows are also of AREA magazine. becoming more and more important On another not e, we just fin- as the rug industry evolves. As you ished The Rug Show New York at know, in the past two decades, our the Javits Center and the industry has changed a great deal; International Home Furnishings styles and designs have changed and Market in High Point and we are fast approaching new qualities have been introduced. I’m amazed the winter markets in AmericasMart-Atlanta and with the speed with which our industry has been the Las Vegas World Market Center. If you are evolving. It seems a little tiring to keep up with not attending any of these markets, I encourage all these changes, but as I love what I do, I always you to make time to visit and participate in the find it exciting when I see innovation and creativ- future. The Rug Show in Javits was a greater suc- ity in our industry. I am looking forward to seeing cess and probabl y 30% larger than last year. And, what the future has to offer. now, for the first time, the Rug Show has coordi- In closing, I wish you all a wonderful holi- nated with High Point Market to add to thier ros- day season, a happy New Year and great markets. ter of rug exhibitors. High Point Market itself was Regards,

Ramin Kalaty President - Importers Association, Inc.

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NASSER RAHMANAN 1940-2017

The ORIA and the industry lost one of its most rug markets. Masterlooms was one of the first to fund charismatic and influential members with the passing a school in India, a country that Nasser loved dearly. of Nasser Rahmanan on October 14. As Association As president of the ORIA from 1990-1991 and then president, board member and founder/owner of again from 2000-2002, he changed the bylaws to open Masterloom, Inc., Nasser fundamentally redefined up membership t o manufacturers and importers of the mission of the Association and helped reshape the tufted and machine-made area rugs. As part of that oriental rug industry. effort, he changed the name of The Oriental Rug Nasser Rahmanan was born in Iran in 1940 to Magazine to AREA. a prominent family in Mashed. The family moved to In his personal and professional life, Nasser Tehran where Nasser was raised and completed his was generous, friendly and passionate. He battled education through secondary school. He attended uni- serious illness and disability with hope and courage. versity in the U.S., receiving a Masters degree in t t t t t Mathematics from San Jose State College, California. The first time I met Nasser I noticed three things: his In 1968 he married Sheila Benlevy and they have two tie, the fact that he looked like Luciano Pavarotti and sons, Jacob and Oren, and three grand children. finally his big stature. For a man, your suit is your Nasser began his rug career in his brother’s house and your tie—the front door. Nasser's tie was family rug importing company, Mansour Rahmanan bold in design, bold in coloration and expensive. Yes, Inc., where he was instrumental in expanding the that was Nasser alright. He liked being in charge and business. In 1987 Nasser established his own compa- ordering people around. But he pulled it off with ny, Masterlooms. grace and finesse. A true visionary, Nasser quickly recognized I loved and respected Nasser as I did his the need to move beyond purely traditional, hand- whole family. I'm so very thankful to have visited him made imports to embrace a wider range of floorcover- in the hospital about three months ago. Despite his ing products that would appeal to a broader audience condition, he had a smile on his face and a glint in his of consumers. eyes. Some people, but not many, pass through my His was one of the very first companies to life and touch me with their presence. Nasser was one work with fashion and interior de signers to produce of those. I miss him very much. He was....unique. licensed area rugs with the introduction of his cutting Well done Nasser. Well done. edge Bill Blass Collection of chain stitched rugs. He Dan Hodges, Pande Cameron also helped launch the biannual Atlanta and Las Vegas ORIA President 1982-1983, 1994-1995

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Nasser was big in many dimensions. Simply put, he was everyone’s lovable teddy -Big in physical stature bear. Most certainly he will be missed by all. -Big in the knowledge and love of hand made Alex Peykar, Nourison (He always said “Carpets”; never “Rugs”; like ORIA President 1986-1987 the difference between “client” and “customer” -Big in the love of his family (wife Sheila, Nasser is a man who always “dreamed big,” who sons Jack and Oren, grandchildren, and siblings) lived out these words of poet Robert Browning: “...a -Big in the creativity of unique rug designs, colors and man's reach should exceed his grasp, or what's a heav- constructions en for?” Besides being a dreamer in the best sense of -Big in innovating, creating and organizing that word, N asser was a man who truly loved being new rug venues (Atlanta and Las Vegas) with people—can't you hear him booming out your -Big, yet almost petite and “dainty,” from his dress to name in greeting, wearing a huge smile of pleasure at his manner to his always manicured and polished fin- seeing you? gernails and his dangling gold eyeglasses chain We lost Nasser too soon. He was a big -Big in the way he always wrote with a man—who had an even larger nefesh, soul. favorite blue fountain pen (never a ballpoint pen) in George Bashian, Jr., Bashian flourished printing on white note pads when convey- ORIA President 1988-1989 ing a concept or making a point -Big in yelling out the name of staff members Where to begin? Nasser was a true gentleman, a when he needed something unique and lovable individual, who was devoted to -Big in generosity, sage advice and mentor- our industry and committed to improving and advanc- ing younger associates, even ing the interests of our industry. He was extremely those who were his competitors knowledgeable and truly loved what he did. He was “big” in many ways. In sum, Nasser He always saw the best in everyone and was “big at heart.” everything and as a result, he was loved by everyone We are all better for having learned from with whom he had contact. His hard work and devo- him, been mesmerized by him, and, most certainly, tion to seeking perfection in design and colors were for having had the pleasure of knowing him. unmatched. He would spend hours—even days—to Gene Newman, Noonoo Rug Co. make certain that a design and color were perfect. ORIA President 1984-1985 His devotion to our industry before, during and after his term as ORIA president was exemplary. Nasser had a personality that was extremely unique. He was a committed and unselfish advocate for our It was very easy to communicate with him and get to cause. He would not shy away from an argument or love him due to his straightforwardness. He had fil- opportunity to prove his point on the issues that mat- ters that brought out the best of anyone connected to tered to us. He was for us. He was us. him. He was extremely effective while he served as Even while battling illness, he was upbeat the President of ORIA, creating marketing and pro- and forward-looking. He and his hard work for our motion strategies. He connected with producing industry will be a la sting testament in his name. countries to bring financial and personnel to our mar- His untimely death has left a void in us all. ket to promote the rug industry to better levels. May he be remembered for years to come and his rest-

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ing place be among the angels in heaven above. I got to know Nasser when he established his own Nasser Jon, we all miss you tremendously. company in the early eighties. He was a great rug David Harounian, Harounian Rugs International merchant with a wonderful sense of humor. He also ORIA President 1996-1999 had a keen eye for design and color. As an executive board member of ORIA I had the honor of being named to the executive board under his leadership I got to know him well. He cared of our association during Nasser’s presidency—and deeply about the advancement of our industry and the so I had the pleasure of working with him for many welfare of the weavers and their families. He always years on the board. He was the ultimate promoter, and had encouraging words for the younger generation of the face of our organization for a very long time. His rug importers and was someone I looked up to. jolly attitude in life made him very easy to associate One of his major undertakings with regard to with and sooner or later his optimism infected us all. the advancement of the rug industry was his involve- The industry will miss him terribly. ment with UNDP project which supported the role of Mikel Banilevi, Aminco Inc. India as a major rug producer in the U.S. and abroad. ORIA President 2003-2004 He was an asset to our organization and will be sorely missed. The rug community lost a titan and pillar of the indus- Michael Harounian, Ebisons Harounian Imports try with the death of Nasser Rahmanan. ORIA President 2008-2010 He was part of a generation that moved the industry forward in the ‘80’s and ‘90’s. He was a Nasser was a wonderful, generous, kind man whom visionary— for example in bringing rug companies to many of know as a leader in our industry. He played High Point at a time when High Point was ONLY a pivotal roles in reshaping the Oriental Rug Importers furniture show. Which brings me to his selflessness. Association and its relationship with the major mar- He could have just been the only rug company show- kets in Las Vegas and Atlanta. On a personal note, he ing, yet he was willing to bring all of us in on ‘his was incredibly supportive; his star will be missed! secret,’ convincing us that we needed to be there, too. Jeff DeSantis, Amici Imports Nasser was also instrumental in making the ORIA President 2011-2013 Atlanta market our home. During his years as ORIA president, he helped negotiate on behalf of all its Nasser was a visionary and a good human being. His members to make Atlanta the thriving market it has heart was always with the countries which whom he since become. I attribute our close relationship with was doing business. This was especially true of India the Portman family and Atlanta Merchandise Mart to which he helped by promoting the country’s products his recognition that having a strong relationship with while he was president of the ORIA. a market would be beneficial to the industry. He was the first to start the licensing lines Nasser’s positivity, vision and thought with top fashion designers which was unheard of in process made us stronger. We owe him our gratitude; the rug industry at that time. He was the also one of may his me mory be a blessing. the first companies to get involved with and promote Andrew Peykar, Nourison trade shows for our industry. ORIA President 2005-2007

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Nasser will be definitely missed by many, It was with great sorrow that I learned of Nasser’s may he rest in peace. passing . Nasser was a mentor, confidant and most of Reza Momeni, Momeni all a great friend to me and many others. It was Nasser ORIA President 2014-2016 along with other leading importers who joined me and AmericasMart to create and launch the first National I was in college when my father opened our Park Oriental Rug Show (NORS.) With their help and Avenue showroom. It was 1979 and we were across Nasser’s leadership, Atlanta quickly rose to become the street from Mansour Rahmanan & Company— the largest and most important area rug show in the legends in the rug business. One of my best friends nation. Nasser was a visionary in this industry. His was Nasser’s nephew Jacob Rahmanan—may he rest robust laugh, friendship and exceptionally warm heart in peace—who was also studying and working with will be missed. My prayers go out to his family. his dad and uncles so I would visit often. I remember Chas Sydney having a deep respect for Nasser and that he treated AmericasMart Atlanta me like a son. From time to time he would call me or ask me to visit him to give me some advice in busi- Over the past three decades, Nasser has been my boss, ness or life. my friend and my mentor. As two time ORIA presi- I also remember accompanying Nasser on a dent and long time board member he generously trip to Las Vegas, when he was brokering a triangle devoted countless hours to promoting the Association deal between World Market Center, the mayor of Las and the industry. Nasser was a mover and a shaker! Vegas and potential rug exhibitors. Nasser was proba- He was an innovator with the ability to gather support bly the major factor in completing the successful around him. Nasser was the driving force behind launch of Las Vegas Market as a rug show. many of the trade shows and rug markets that our Nasser Rahmanan was a great man who members participate in today. emanated a power as he entered a room—a power and Nasser wanted to modernize the image of this presence that everyone could feel. industry and promote carpets with class. He worked His memory will never die as he has left a tirelessly with advertising agencies, foreign govern- great legacy behind. May he rest in peace. ment officials and trade associations to promote the Ramin Kalaty, Kalaty industry here in the USA. Nasser was a person Current ORIA President who demanded excellence, commanded respect but always joked and made everyone in the room feel Nasser Rahmanan was a chief architect of our area comfortable. rug market a nd a champion of the industry. We will Many individuals and companies in our long remember Nasser for his sustaining leadership, industry, including myself, benefitted greatly from his imaginative interpretations of superb design and knowing Nasser. I am deeply grateful to him and will the great spirit and vision he brought to the area rug forever miss his friendship, his jolly laugh, his unwa- community. We are all better for having known vering support and generous guidance. May he rest in Nasser and are far richer for being touched by his peace and know that his memory wil l carry on forever many kindnesses. in the industry that he helped to shape. Jeff Portman Lucille Laufer AmericasMart Atlanta ORIA Executive Director

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SUSTAINABILITY NOURISON announced that its corporate location in COURISTAN announced the appointment of Len Saddle Brook, NJ is going solar. Going solar reduces Andolino as executive Nourison’s carbon footprint and is in support of their vice president of its initiative to ‘go green.’ The New Jersey site now Residential Division, accommodates a kW-DC photovoltaic solar system, where he will spearhead capable of producing nearly 770,000 kilowatt hours the company’s broadloom of electricity its first year, and more than 19 million and area rug specialty bus iness. Over the course of his 32 years in the industry, Andolino has worked for Couristan in Len Andolino capacities of increasing responsibility. From 2004 – 2007 and from 2013 – 2015, Andolino was vice pres- ident of its Residential Division. Prior to returning to Couristan, he owned and operated a successful

Nourison’s Saddle Brook Facility international business consultancy. kilowatt hours over 25 years. N ourison’s solar instal- COURISTAN also lation has been fully operational since December. announced the appoint- ments of Mr. Chris PEOPLE Bushur and Mr. Mark CAPEL RUGS has O’Neill to the position of appointed Cindy Green Chris Bushur Territory Managers for product design and devel- its Residential Division. Bushur has over 35-years of opment assistant. In this experience in the floor covering industry with a back- newly created position, ground of selling high-end broadloom and area rugs Green will assist with across a diversified range of markets including to the domestic and import “trade accounts,” designers, retailers and furniture product development as stores. Mark O’Neill joins Couristan as its Residential well as help with sample Territory Manager for Cindy Green development and sales Central-Northern Illinois coordination. Green is an active member of the Color including Chicago, Marketing Group, the premier international associa- Wisconsin, Minnesota tion for color design professionals. She currently and Iowa. O’Neill has serves as a member of CMG’s board of directors and been in the high-end floor vice chair of the North American ChromaZones covering industry espe- Committee. She also is a member of WithIT, the cially area rugs and car- women’s leadership development network. pets for 30-years. Mark O’Neill

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TOP RIGHT Loloi’s new Patina Collection gives a nod to formal luxury while embracing today’s relaxed design aesthetic. Power loomed in Turkey of polypropylene and polyester, its luxurious sheen and unmatched textural landscape make this rug inviting as well as beautiful. RIGHT Porcia by Loloi pays tribute to the age-old art of mosaic. Thousands of small tile pieces create an ancient, yet current, look tha t would fit well into any décor. Space dyed super soft polyester is cross woven to complete the vintage look and feel. LOWER RIGHT Drawing inspiration from global , the Tatum Collection by Loloi offers a unique textural look to any room. Each Tatum rug is hand crafted by master artisans in India for a soft dissolved look in each of the patterns. LOLOI ATLANTA SHOWROOM #4-D-2 LAS VEGAS SPACE #B-480

TOP LEFT From Nourison’s new Prismatic Collection, design PRS10 Blue Grey. This amazingly artistic rug could adorn a wall as easily as a floor, with its modern abstract design and rich use of blue and grey hues. Hand-tufted from 50% wool, 50% Luxcelle, this rug features a thick, luxurious , carved for added dimension and texture for the perfect combination of durability, comfort, and artistic appeal.

LOWER LEFT The Christopher Guy Collection for Nourison includes hand-knotted statement pieces that excite and delight such as CGS21 Chic Grey Cosmopolite shown here. Cool whites and naturals accent a deep chic grey to create a bold three dimensional effect in this blend of wool and silk. NOURISON ATLANTA SHOWROOM #3-F-2, 1-L-1 LAS VEGAS SPACE #C-112

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PEOPLE continued FEIZY has named Mike Nourison, VanHouten held positions at Signature Riley as its new presi- Hospitality Carpet, Tai Ping Carpets and CM-RT dent. His mission will be Hospitality Carpets. to further strengthen the NOURISON also announced the appoint- company’s core initia- ment of Peter Lipkin as Vice President of Hospitality tives and accelerate a Sales. He will be respon- strategic shift to capital- sible for ongoing devel- ize on emerging opportu- opment of the Nourison nities. With over 33 years Hospitality segment with in senior roles including Mike Riley A&D firms, lodging CEO & Managing Director, President and VP of Sales brands, owning groups & Marketing, Riley has proven success to significant- and purchasing firms. ly improve the efficiency and effectiveness of internal Lipkin comes to processes, creating teams that deliver strong bottom- Nourison with extensive line results while also improving service levels and hospitality sales experi- Peter Lipkin supporting many high-profile initiatives launched ence. He spent 13 years organization-wide. as Vice President of Sales for Desso Hospitality, a In addition to the appointment of Mike Riley, division of Tarket, where he managed national Michael Ackelbein will continue to serve as an inte- account development and sales. gral leader and will be promoted to Executive VP. SHOWROOMS NOURISON is pleased to announce the appointment Dallas Market Center has announced that LOLOI of Glen VanHouten as Director of Hospitality will open a stand-alone showroom in advance of Operations. He will be responsible for overseeing all January Total Home & Gift Market (January 17-23, operational aspects of Nourison’s Georgia based hos- 2018). The new Loloi showroom will be located on pitality team. In this role, he will manage customer the fifth floor of the World Trade Center among many service, product sampling, planning, estimating and other leading home décor showrooms. Loloi joins the technical services. He will also be working closely more than 50 new or expanding showrooms opening with the sales team to in Dallas for January Total Home & Gift Market. improve sales processes Loloi, still represented at Dallas Market and customer experience. Center by In-Detail, is taking an adjacent showroom VanHouten has in WTC 506. The nearly 10,000 square foot show- been with Nourison for room will give them the unique opportunity to show- the past five ye ars and case the full breadth of their stylish product line. The has over 20 years of showroom will be staffed by a special Loloi team to experience in the hospi- work with buyers and help educate and guide them in tality industry. Before their selections Glen VanHouten

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TOP RIGHT Coin TK Haze (50% wool/50% silk) represents the latest iteration of Tamarian’s proprietary “TK” weave; a highly textured with a unique saturation that gives subtle design increased personality. A soft grey background contrasts a slightly warmer saffron-cream silk design that reads as an abstract motif that reveals itself differently form every angle. RIGHT Topiary TK Jade (70% wool/ 30% silk) speaks to the iconic Tree of Life motif, but in a modern revision that uses the large scale element as a repeat motif. A bold scale in jade makes its presence known but harkens back to more overt carpets of the past that have a classic style that likes to be noticed. LOWER RIGHT Irezumi PW Blue Mantis (100% wool) is a pattern that has enjoyed increasing popularity for its lively -inspir ed pattern. Tamarian’s patented “Phoenix Weave” quality not only lends texture but also varies the hues of the which greatly expands the options for design around the rug. The “Blue Mantis” palette pairs the popular cool grey and slate blue with warmer cream-parchment. All three designs are available in standard rug sizes through over size 13x18 and limitless custom options. TAMARIAN ATLANTA SHOWROOM #6-E18

The Revival Collection from Couristan is a distinctive group of rugs, fashioned from repurposed materials blended with wool and cotton, for a truly singular look. Each rug tells a story, as it utilizes recycled denim, chindi and sari woven into unique patterns of geometrics, stripes and abstracts, over-tufted with natural elements of wool and cotton. Unique as they are beautiful, Revival blends a bit o f yesterday with an abundance of today. COURISTAN ATLANTA SHOWROOM #6-D-11 LAS VEGAS SPACE #A-408

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LICENSING MARKETING FEIZY is proud to partner with Siscovers to release a NOURISON launched a new design inspiration blog new line of Crayola™-branded products. These prod- titled “The Rug Edit” at https://www.therugedit.com. ucts will showcase their high-quality merchandise to This new blog is written to provide design inspiration a customer that has not been previously focused upon. and information to the interior design community and The Crayola brand, known internationally for includes tips, trends, videos and industry insights. inspiring artistic creativity in children for more than Content ranges from interior color and style trends to 100 years, aligns perfectly with Feizy’s expertise and informational pieces about rug care, maintenance, and vision of bringing quality product and innovation into fabrication. The Rug Edit also includes content from the home fashion and accessories space. With bold colors, fun patterns, and complementary designs that create bright, joyful environments in which to play, the new line is full of transitional pieces targeted towards early childhood through adolescence.

LOLOI introduced new rug, pillow and throw designs for the ED Ellen DeGeneres collection during the most recent High Point Market. Crafted in styles fashion, culture and other trends that might influence as unique as Ellen herself, the collection brings a interior design. The blog speaks primarily to home warm and livable aesthetic to any home. The expand- decor enthusiasts, professional decorators and interior ed line now includes Brea, Solano and Hawthorne, all designers. Much of the content is being written by the handmade of 100% wool in traditional designs and staff at Nourison and also includes articles written by neutral color palettes; Napa and Huntington, sophis- design industry influencers and experts. ticated and innovative indoor/outdoor in UV-, mold- and mildew-resistant polypropylene. They will be MERCHANDISING among the collections showcased at the upcoming FEIZY has partnered with online solutions leader, winter markets. MicroD LLC, on a new digital merchandising pro- gram for dealers. The integration of the “Accessorize” NOURISON announced the launch of a new partner- catalog component paired with the “Build Your ship with world-renowned luxury furnishings design- Brand” manufacturer landing page, is aimed at pro- er Christopher Guy to produce a unique collection of moting co rporate and retail brands, while enhancing handmade area rugs. The Christopher Guy Area Rug the online buying experience for shoppers. Available Collection by Nourison will launch with 38 handmade on the OmniVue website platform by MicroD, the area rugs, woven from the finest fibers such as New Feizy Catalog Program is a merchandising tool that Zealand wool, silk and mohair. Each rug is designed gives dealers the ability to showcase all Feizy catalog with Christopher Harrison’s signature look, fusing items online without increasing in-store inventory. classic and contemporary elements and completes the Dealers will have access to a dedicated brand landing Christopher Guy lifestyle. Each individual rug is a page to highlight Feizy products and using the work of art and will make a statement in many “Acce ssorize” feature, shoppers can virtually place upscale interior spaces. rugs beneath furniture pieces before purchasing.

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TOP LEFT The Cortico Collection from KAS is hand-woven in India of 100% New Zealand wool. The sophisticated geometric designs are rendered in a thick 3/4” ‘nobby weave’ pile further enhancing its appeal. LOWER LEFT Also new, KAS’ Indulge Collection is hand- loomed in India. It features random-cut and softly printed watercolor patterns. Both collections are available in a range of sizes, styles and colors. See these and more at the upcoming winter markets. KAS ATLANTA SHOWROOM #4-C-5 LAS VEGAS SPACE #B-175

The Lenox Collection from Momeni features four traditional designs, reimagined and recolored for today’s interiors. Machine-made in Turkey of 100% polypropylene, the designs are available in sizes 2’x 3’ to 9’6” x 12’6.” Shown here: LE-02 Red-5075

Transitional/modern is the theme of Momeni’s new Langdon Collection from Erin Gates by Momeni. This handmade wool line is all about texture and dimension, provided by a unique topstitch on flatweave construction. Five color palettes (including taupe, blue, pink and grey) are offered. Sizes range from 2’x 3’ to 8’6”x 11’6.” Shown here: LANGDLGD-01 Blue MOMENI ATLANTA SHOWROOM #4-B-2 LAS VEGAS SPACE #B-425

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MARKETS LAS VEGAS MARKET announced that its propri- etary FIRST LOOK trend forecast will showcase four central themes at the Winter 2018 Las Vegas Market, January 28-February 1, 2018. The four key trends identified for the Winter 2018 FIRST LOOK are Romantics & Realists, Easy THE ISTANBUL CARPET WEEK drew over 600 Now: Housewares & Dining, Year of the Dog, and attendees including an estimated 200 members of the Storytellers. FIRST LOOK curator and 20-year mag- international rug trade who hailed from the United azine editor Julie Smith Vincenti will assemble a States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Continental selection of highly-styled product vignettes in the Europe, the Middle East, and countries further afield. Grand Plaza, highlighting new merchandise that illus- The four-day event hosted by the Istanbul trate each trend from furniture, home decor and gift Carpet Dealers’ Association (IHIB) in collaboration exhibitors. FIRST LOOK directional trends and relat- with COVER and HALI, included the Istanbul Rug ed products also will be featured in an image-rich Show with some 60 booths exhibiting Turkish hand- printed companion guide, to be distributed at all made and machine-made rugs, the Istanbul Carpet Market registration areas. In addition, Smith Vincenti Conference, and the Gala Awards Ceremony. The will host a free, CEU-accredited FIRST LOOK semi- conference featured speakers including Ben Evans nar, on January 29, 10am to 11am., reviewing the lat- (Editor of HALI and Cover), Gunay Atalayer est trend forecasts and providing additional insights (author), Matthew Bourne (Christopher Farr), Louise from industry thought leaders and trendsetters. Broadhurst (Christie’s rug department), Dr. Dr. Another highlight of the upcoming market Huseyin Alantar (Marmara University Textile will be announcing the winner of the seventh annual Department Chair), and Alix G. Perrachon (contribut- Global Goodness Awards which recognize furniture, ing Editor to AREA Magazine). home décor and gift companies for environmentally- In addition to a Bosporus dinner cruise, IHIB friendly, sustainable and socia lly responsible business hosted the opening of two rug exhibitions—the per- practices. For 2018, honors will be bestowed upon manent collection of 55 early Anatolian carpets and one company in each category as well as an additional the temporary exhibit of the Arkaş collection of Kum People’s Choice Award selected via social media. Kapi carpets at the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum. “Las Vegas Market is proud to recognize Eril Terzan of Wool & Silk Carpets organized the exhibitors whose production and business practices National Carpet Design Contest and a carpet design are making positive impacts not only on the industry, workshop for local unive rsity students. but also on communities around the world,” said Esther Ossei-Anto, Gift Brand Manager, International Market Centers. “As the leading furniture, home decor and gift destination in the western United States, Las Vegas Market is proud to present Global Goodness Awards to these corporate ‘good citizens’ who have incorporated sustainable practices and social responsibility into product manufacturing.”

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New Product Gallery

LEFT Tibet Rug Company will be showcasing its latest sensation, Dharma (Red)—a influenced by 1940s Abstract Expressionism. This improvisational design hints at something mysterious and beautiful with its blended tones of vibrant reds, gold, flecks of fresh green, and lavender. Woven of lustrous, hand-spun 100% Tibetan wool, this 100-count offering ranges in sizes from 2’x 3’ to 12’x15'. Also available in 8’and 10’ runners.

LEFT In addition, the company will feature Suzani 13, one of its latest designs, done in funky, vibrant colors from its award-winning soumak collection—a traditional Uzbekistan folk art design woven with New Zealand wool. Sizes range from 2’x 3’ to 10’x 14’ and 3’x 10’ runners.

TIBET RUG COMPANY ATLANTA SPACE: 5-TEMP

LAS VEGAS MARKET...... January 28-February 1 MARKETS & CONVENTIONS Las Vegas, NV (888) 962-7469/www.imcenters.com TUPELO FURNITURE MARKET ...... January 4-7 Tupelo, MS SURFACES...... January 30-February 1 (662) 842-4442/www.tupelofurnituremarket.com Las Vegas, NV (800) 547-3477 ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL AREA RUG MARKET featuring the National Oriental Rug Show NEW YORK Permanent Showrooms...... January 10-14 HOME FASHIONS WEEK...... March 19-22 Temporaries ...... January 10-14 New York, NY Atlanta, GA (914) 421-3200/ (800) ATL-MART/www.americasmart.com INTERNATIONAL HOME ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL GIFT FURNISHINGS MARKET...... A pril 14-18 & HOME FURNISHINGS MARKET ...... January 9-16 High Point, NC Atlanta, GA (336) 888-3700/imchighpointmarket.com (800) ATL-MART/www.americasmart.com HEIMTEXTIL...... January 9-12 AUCTIONS Frankfort, GERMANY CHRISTIE’S (770) 984-8016/heimtextil.messefrankfurt.com www.christies.com

DOMOTEX...... January 12-15 London Frankfort, GERMANY Interiors ...... January 18, April 12 (770) 984-8016/www.domotex.de Art of the Islamic and Indian Worlds Including Oriental Rugs & Carpets ...... April 26

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Design Focus

For Manhattan Designer Carl D’Aquino

Handcrafting Custom Rugs Is A Passion

Concurrent with today’s trend away from all things tra- ditional, interior designer and long-time decorative rug afi- cionado Carl D’Aquino has made great strides in exploring new avenues in the world of contemporary weavings. While these new carpets are in sync with the firm’s streamlined interiors—touted for their innovative modernist sensibility and distinctive flair for the eclectic—they are also timeless handcrafted works of art. Together with his partner architect and interior designer Francine Monaco, Mr. D’Aquino has lately immersed himself in creating rugs tailored to each specific project more intensely than in years past when antique rugs played a vital role in their work. “We have always loved unique rugs and textiles,” states the Manhattan-based interior designer whose firm D’Aquino Monaco Inc. boasts more than 200 residential and commer- cial projects worldwide. “We have a passion for designing rugs that is equal to our passion for antique pieces.” “We are a versatile architectural and interior design firm and have always worked in different stylistic realms,” continues Mr. D’Aquino, named one of the “Top 100

A vibrant rug with broad bands of solid ivory alternating with indigo blue stripes—echoed in the sofa fabric—artfully plays off the bold contemporary painting in this Manhattan living room. Photography by Joshua McHugh. Courtesy of D’Aquino Monaco Inc.

STORY BY ALIX G. PERRACHON

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A textural wool carpet exhibiting a playful hexagonal repeat of alternating cream, medium blue, and avocado green sets a playful tone in this Boston Back Bay family room. Photography by Michael J. Lee. Courtesy of D’Aquino Monaco Inc. OPPOSITE A rug featuring a flagstone repeat, whose subdued tones are echoed in the striped cushions, contrasts with this living room’s brilliant red walls and sofa. Photography by Peter Murdock. Courtesy of D’Aquino Monaco Inc.

Designers in America” by Metropolitan Home and Oushaks, Sultanabads, and Agras. This is hardly sur- rated one of the “Top Ten” interior designers by prising given the singular importance he has consis- House Beautiful. “We have always created modern tently attached to rugs. “I treat rugs with as much rugs—we are just doing more so today.” Indeed, he importance as I do paintings,” remarks the design er, a has long enjoyed the dramatic impact of contempo- member of the Design Council for the Museum of rary rugs in period interiors—which represented a Arts and Design. “We are creating works of contem- significant portion of the firm’s portfolio—just as he porary art whose designs are unique and specific to loved the look of a traditional rug in a modern space. the overall esthetic of the particular project.” Duri ng the last decade, Mr. D’Aquino has devot- “There are no rules,” remarks Mr. D’Aquino on ed the same degree of meticulous attention to crafting his approach to decorating with rugs. True to his age- contemporary rugs that he previously applied to old practice, he generally lets the rug spearhead the sourcing outstanding antique oriental rugs including decorative process allowing it to set the tone and the

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An ivory ground rug with a plaid-inspired pattern establishes a casual feel in this sitting room. Photography by © ariadna bufi. Courtesy of D’Aquino Monaco. Inc.

ambience in the space. “I’ve always preferred starting designer’s other avowed passion. If the desired mood with the rug; it gives me a good basis to derive from in the space is understated, the rug will most likely and develop the palette,” he explains. When design- exhibit subdued tonal patterns whose intensity ing a rug, the material composition of the room— depends on that of the surrounding fabrics, artwork, including art, fabrics, and wall colors—all play an and wall colors. essential role. In some cases, D’Aquino Monaco’s In all cases, the rugs must flow from one piece to carpets feature bold geometrics and hues that make the next within the space and from one space to the the room’s the decorative statement often in tandem other. Color, degree of saturation, pattern, scale of the with bold graphic contemporary paintings, the patterns—these are among the factors that determine

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The undulating silk hues, ranging from creams to platinum and silver blues, creates a serene and tranquil mood in this sitting room. Photography by Michael J. Lee. Courtesy of D’Aquino Monaco Inc.

how a rug will co-exist with other carpets and its dec- play with now,” comments the designer. “I love orative context. While the designer prefers wood exploring variations in pile heights, textures, and floors, he will place rugs over all kinds of flooring materials such as silks and . These rugs are including urethane. paintings just like antique oriental rugs.” Given the The last decade’s impressive strides in achieving months-long wait involved in custom ordering rugs, multiple knot densities, structures, and textures exe- managing the clients’ expectations is essential in cuted in a variety of materials—including wool, silk, ensuring the project’s successful outcome. He pre- cotton, and nettle—have made the crafting of custom sents them with samples exhibiting designs, colors, rugs all the more rewarding. “There is a lot more to and textures are among the indispensable tools used

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to help the client visualize the desired rug. the moment, D’Aquino Monaco will sometimes layer Thanks to this new versatility in creating custom a piece over a neutral contemporary carpet or sisal. rugs, the firm’s overall use of handmade decorative As for the future of traditional oriental rugs, Mr. carpets has actually increased in the last decade even D’Aquino remarks: “Trends come and go. Oriental when taking into consideration the diminished use of rugs will have their time and place again.” oriental pieces. “You can achieve a degree of lush- D’Aquino Monaco’s notable success in creating ness in a handmade rug that you can’t do otherwise,” and placing custom rugs in their clients’ interiors is in Mr. D’Aquino comments. Meanwhile, the firm uses large part due to the in-depth understanding and machine-made varieties when there are budgetary appreciation of the woven art form gained from restrictions at stake and if the application is in a com- working with an tiques for over three decades. Their mercial setting, such as a hotel. According to the sensibility and creativity have allowed them to nim- designer, qualities in this realm have improved sub- bly adjust their focus from purchasing world-class stantially in the last decade thanks to technological historic weavings to crafting distinctive contempo- advances in the production process. rary handwoven works of art infused with their own While antique rugs have taken the back seat for unique esthetic.

ABOUT Carl D’AQuino

A graduate from the School of Architecture at the City Interior Design Department—joined forces with him University of New York, Carl D’Aquino is a in 1998 to establish D'Aquino Monaco Inc. renowned innovative interior designer within the New The firm boasts an all-encompassing project ros- York tri-state region and across the country. His mod- ter of more than 200 projects worldwide renowned for ernist sensibility and eclectic taste applied to both their distinctive progressive flair. Their work has been contemporary and period design have been the keys to featured in publications including The New York his success since the establishment of his design firm Times, Architectural Digest, Elle Décor, Interior in 1985. Architect and interior designe r Francine D esign and The Wall Street Journal. The firm has Monaco—also a faculty member of Pratt Institute consistently achieved top designer accolades—the “Top 100 Designers in America” by Metropolitan Home and rated one of the “Top Ten” interior design- ers by House Beautiful and named “Best of the Best” by The Robb Report. Both Mr. D’Aquino and Ms. Monaco were inducted into the Interior Design Hall of Fame in 2007.

OPPOSITE The gold and blue tones in an ivory Kirman harmonize with the window treatments and chintz upholstered armchair. Photography by Michael J. Lee. Courtesy of D’Aquino Monaco Inc.

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RESPONDING TO DISASTER How A Houston Retailer Supported The Community

BY CAROL MILANO

America was struck by several terrible natural

disasters in 2017—Hurricanes Harvey, Irma

and Maria, as well as vicious wildfires. People

everywhere are eager to help, but it can be hard to

know the best way to assist a community where

thousands of residents and businesses are suffering.

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One retailer, Gallery Furniture of Houston, ing room furniture to first responders whose homes reached out in several different ways immediately had been directly affected by floods. after Hurricane Harvey’s devastation, on August 25th. As Gallery Furniture spread the word that people Their massive efforts offer approaches and strategies needed cleaning supplies and other household neces- for choosing and providing services or products to sities, donations by the truckload soon began arriving, help those in nearby communities who must cope from as far as California. Volunteers helped sort dona- with severe difficulties. tions, in Gallery’s 10,000-square foot warehouse. At the beginning of October, Gallery started giv- Initial Response ing away one houseful of furniture each week. During Gallery is fortunate that all three of its large stores the first two weeks after its announcement, over 1,000 in the Houston area were spared the floods that rav- entries were submitted. “Response has been tremen- aged the region. As soon as the waters receded, the dous,” exclaims own er Mack McIngvale. “The need store began giving away bottled water by the truck- for homes is enormous here. And the cleaning supply load, and free cleaning supplies, to local residents. demand was insane for the entire time period.” He They continued their generous donations until adds, “From the community towards us, from the day October 8th. Each day, one thousand to six thousand the water receded and we reopened, people have been people came to the North Freeway store; the very supportive —whether they were flooded or not.” Richmond location began offering water and supplies several da ys later. Their three stores and warehouse Spreading the Word employ about 300 people. How did Gallery Furniture let Houston residents The biggest immediate concern: to offer shelter know all the ways that they were able to help? for residents whose homes were devastated. As the Primarily through social media, especially Facebook. floods began, owner Mack McIngvale opened the Following that first Facebook posting, people showed Grand Parkway location as a temporary shelter, for up within hours. “First, people told each other what people who were able to get there. The day after we were doing, on Facebook. Then, word-of-mouth Harvey struck, he posted a video on Facebook, spread the information, too,” Mr. McIngvale explains. announcing the available shelter, and urging Houston “We tried to help sustain our personnel who were residents to pull together in a time of need for so helping with all the flood relief efforts. As the flood many. For three nights, the stores housed 1,000 people waters rose, we posted the Facebook Live video, each night. Next, Gallery began to serve free hot w hich received over 4.3 million views, and over meals at its North Freeway store, for anyone needing 17,000 shares”—an outstanding amount of positive breakfast, lunch or dinner. The meals were provided attention for any retailer! Gallery’s website has been until October 8th. another important communication tool. They diligent- Gallery sent out furniture trucks to rescue people ly kept the Home page helpful, with an easy graphic left stranded or homeless by the storm. They were to click on for relief information. brought to the stores for shelter, and slept on mattress- Before Hurricane Harvey, Gallery Furniture aver- es, sofas, king-size beds, or recliners. aged 350 calls each day. Since the hurricane, they Soon after the hurricane, Gallery gave away 1,200 receive 1,000 to 2,000. Even four weeks later, many mattresses to firefighters, police and other first calls still come in to ask about various relief supplies, responders. They also donated two truckloads of liv- and whether the store is still offering free food.

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Logistics a single day off,” Mr. McIngvale reports. As floodwaters rose, some employees chose to Since the hurricane, Gallery has held two Job stay at the store. Those who remained got involved in Fairs. In mid-October, they were still offering mark- setting up all the relief services. Of course, the homes downs for people who needed it, due to flood damage. of numerous employees had been flooded, too. To Their regular business recovered well; the store soon organize the shelter, the staff moved mattresses off returned to delivering furniture at full price, and rein- racks in the warehouse. They were placed on floors, stated full-service and same day delivery four days covered with sheets, and offered to arrivals who were after Harvey. All three stores remained open until 10 seeking safety from the storm. Mr. McIngvale, who’s PM, to serve community needs. Gallery was featured always worked seven days a week, put in 18 to 20- on “20/20” and has received substantial newspaper hour days after the hurricane. coverage. The Freeway store has a small restaurant. The staff was asked to work extra time, and they all did. Summary Finding food in flooded Houston was extremely diffi- Gallery Furniture has previous experience pro- cult. Gallery’s resourceful employees had to drive viding assistance after a disaster. In 2005, when New trucks through the teeming streets seeking open gro- Orleans was devastated by Hurricane Katrina, the cery stores. Their outreach extended up to 40 or 50 flagship store put a sign outside, saying, “Louisiana miles, to find food that could be prepared for meals residents sleep here free.” Several hundred people each day. As of October 10, several employees had stayed in the store for several days. After outstanding still not taken a day off since the flood! “They drove efforts to help those in desperate, sudden need, Mr. trucks, and took care of people. One couple who both McIngvale says, “I would advise other retailers to work here, got married last week—neither had taken serve their community!”

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Editor’s Note gift and home furnishings community at large for INDUSTRY RELIEF EFFORTS donations in equal $40,000 increments. The challenge In mid-October, International Market Centers is in effective through January 12, 2018. announced plans to coordinate product donations, as Among ORIA members and their companies who well as other assistance projects, for victims of recent contributed on a more individual basis, Loloi part- natural disasters. The organization “prides itself on nered with renowned stationary and lifestyle brand, being a ‘global good citizen,’ and we are delighted to Rifle Paper Co., to design a limited-edition hurricane- mobilize our resources to help communities in need,” relief pillow. Marketed on Rifle Paper Co. website, all said Robert Maricich, chief executive officer of IMC. proceeds were donated to Habitat for Humanity’s dis- “Whether the needs stem from natural disasters like aster response efforts. the hurricanes in Houston, Florida and Puerto Rico, or from tragedies like the recent shootings in Las Vegas, IMC is proud to facilitate logistics for … product donations, heighten awareness,…. and demonstrate HOW CAN YOUR STORE HELP? support for communities in crisis.” Would you like to offer assistance to your IMC set up locations in both High Point and Las community if a disaster strikes someday? Vegas to facilitate product donations for relief efforts Here are essential factors to look at in in Houston, Florida and Puerto Rico. Donations were advance. Basically, you’ll need to consider to be transported to impacted areas and distributed your facilities, budget, and staff. through appropriate locally-based assistance organi- • Realistically, how much can your busi- zations. For example, donations for Houston were ness afford to donate or provide? shared between the Houston Furniture Bank and • Would your store’s main service be a Dwell with Dignity. The local chapter of Dwell with generous financial donation to a local relief Dignity aimed to design and furnish 10 to 15 damaged organization? apartments in the Houston area. Its efforts are part of • What c an you offer? Products? Meals? an initiative by CODARUS, a leading multi-line fur- A donation box for contributions? niture, bedding, lighting, art and accessories national • What types of products can your store sales organization with showrooms in High Point and deliver to those in need? What can commu- Las Vegas. nity residents come to the store to pick up? Other organizations within the U.S. gift and home • When they arrive for disaster-related furnishings industry responded to the essential needs goods or services, who will assist local res- of people affected by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma and idents turning to your store? Do you have a the California wildfires with LIFELINE, a national process for recruiting volunteers, if needed? program to fund food and wa ter provisions organized Could any employees work overtime? by Gift For Life and AmericasMart® Atlanta. • Does y our store have enough space to Contributions will be distributed to people in need offer shelter in a severe emergency? How through and in association with Feeding America®, and where would you set it up? Is your the nation’s largest hunger-relief charity. location relatively accessible? AmericasMart Atlanta initiated LIFELINE funding with a $40,000 donation and issued a challenge to the

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JAUNTY CO. INC. MARCELLA FINE RUGS ABRAHAM MOHEBAN 13535 S. Figueroa St. 6899 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Suite K & SON, INC. Los Angeles, CA 90061 Norcorss, GA 30092 239-21 Braddock Ave. Bellerose, NY 11426 (213) 413-3333 (770) 582-1800 (516) 883-1522 (800) 323-3342 (800) 786-7847 FAX (516) 883-1523 FAX (770) 582-1807 FAX (213) 413-0828 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] URL: www.moheban.com URL: marcellafinerugs.com URL: www.jauntyinc.com Abraham Moheban, Pres. Mike Navid, Pres. Firooz Nahai, Pres. David J. Moheban, V.P. Fereydoun Nahai, Principal Kami Navid, V.P. MOMENI, INC. MARJAN INTERNATIONAL CORP. 60 Broad St. KALATY RUG CORP. 41 East 31st St. Carlstadt NJ 07072 156 Duffy Avenue New York, NY 10016 (201) 549-7220 Hicksville, NY 11801 (212) 686-8488 (800) 536-6778 (212) 683-7222 (800) 862-7526 FAX (201) 549-7221 (800) ALL-RUGS (800-255-7847) FAX (212) 576-1511 E-mail: [email protected] URL: www.momeni.com FAX (212) 689-2705 Mora d Ghadamian Moradi, Pres. Reza Momeni, Pres. E-mail: [email protected] Khalil Ghadamian Moradi, V.P. URL: www.kalaty.com Aria Momeni, V.P. Ali R. Momeni, V.P. Mirza Kalaty, Pres. MASTERLOOMS, INC. Ramin Kalaty, V.P. 295 Fifth Ave., Ste. 114 NEJAD ORIENTAL RUGS Soheil (Mike) Kalaty, V.P. -Sales New York, New York 10016 Main & State Sts. Farshad Kalaty, V.P. Client Relations (201) 556-9444 Doylestown, PA 18901 Ariel & Kamran Kalaty, Mktg. & Promotions E-mail: [email protected] (800) 245-RUGS Nasser Rahmanan, CEO FAX (215) 348-9056 KALEEN RUGS E-mail: [email protected] 1013 Bonny Oaks Drive MER CORP. URL: www.nejad.com Dalton, GA 30722 (201) 783-8563 Ali R. Nejad, Pres. (888) 452-5336 TOLL-FREE: (800) 341-4176 Theresa M. Nejad, V.P. FAX (877) 452-5336 FAX (201) 783-8561 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] NEMAN INTERNATIONAL INC. URL: merrugs.com URL: www.kaleen.com 501 Penhorn Avenue - Unit 8 Albert Moomjy Monty Rathi, COO Secaucus, NJ 07094 Robert Moomjy (212) 686-6262 KAS ORIENTAL RUGS, INC. (201) 590-0000 MERRIFIELD ORIENTAL RUGS 62 Veronica Ave. FAX (201) 590-0099 8501 Tyco Rd. Somerset, NJ 08873 E-mail: [email protected] Vienna, Virginia 22182 (732) 545-1900 URL: www.nemanintl.com (703) 876-4000 Said Neman (800) 967-4254 FAX (703) 876-9819 Dan Neman FAX (732) 545-5836 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Sayeed Hasanzadah, Pres. NOURISON URL: www.kasrugs.com Lili McDonald, Store Mgr. & Marketing Dir. 5 Sampson St. Rao Yarlagadda, Pres. Saddle Brook, NJ 07662 H ari Tummala, Exec. V.P. MICHAELIAN & KOHLBERG, INC. (201) 368-6900 Kranthi Yarlagadda, V.P. Operations 315B Springfield Ave. (800) 223-1110 Santhi Yarlagadda, V.P. Business Dev. Summit, NJ 07901 FAX (201) 368-0739 (908) 522-1004 E-mail: [email protected] LOLOI RUGS URL: www.michaelian.com URL: www.Nourison.com 4501 Spring Valley Rd. FAX (908) 522-1006 Alexander Peykar, Pres. Dallas, TX 75244 Teddy Sumner, Principal Paul Peykar, V.P. (972) 503-5656 Steven Peykar, V.P. FAX (972) 387-0436 MOHAWK HOME E-mail: [email protected] 3032 Sugar Valley Rd, NW OBEETEE, INC. URL: www.loloirugs.com Sugar Valley, GA 30746 137 West 25th St. - 12th Floor (706) 624-4624 Amir Loloi, Pres. New York, NY 10001 Toll-Free: (800) 843-4473 Greg O’Connell, G.M. (212) 633-9744 FAX: (706) 625-9329 FAX (212) 633-9745 E-mail: [email protected] LOTFY & SONS INC. Vimal Kumar, V.P. URL: www.mohawkind.com 3901 Liberty Ave. Rocky Casteel, Pres. North Bergen, NJ 07047 ORIENTAL WEAVERS USA 3252 Dug Gap Rd. SW (201) 867-7733 MODREN RUGS Dalton, GA 30720 FAX (201) 867-0766 505 Windsor Dr. (800) 832-8020 E-mail: [email protected] Secaucus, NJ 07094 FAX (706) 277-9665 URL: www.Lotfyandsons.com (201) 866-0909 E-mail: [email protected] Marty Banilevi, Pres. E-mail: [email protected] URL: www.owrugs.com Lotfollah Banilevi, V.P. URL: ModRenRugs.com Ahmed Salama, CEO Sheila Rahmanan, V.P. Jeffrey Soleimani Jonathan Witt, Pres. Pat Muschamp, V.P.-Sales

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RADICI USA, INC. TEPP TEAM USA 400 Herald Journal Blvd. 3901 Liberty Ave. Spartanburg, NC 29303 North Bergen, NJ 07047 (864) 583-5504 (201) 863-8888 FAX (864) 583-5765 FAX (201) 863-8898 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] URL: www.radiciusa.com URL: teppteamusa.com Paolo Pegorari, Gen’l Manager Djalal Mohammadi Parviz Roubeni ROMANI, INC. 455 Barell Ave. TIBET RUG COMPANY Carlstadt, NJ 07072 1460 Foothill Dr. (800) 448-4244 Salt Lake City, UT 84108 (201) 392-0400 (801) 582-3334 FAX (201) 392-9782 FAX (801) 582-3501 Cyrus Kashi, Pres. URL: www.tibetrugcompany.com Saiyd Nagim, NP Jim Webber, President Ali Samadi, Sls Mngr. Brian Mehl, Director of Sales Taghi Hojreh, Buyer Tsultrim Lama, Mng. Partner

SAFAVIEH TUFAN 40 Harbor Park Drive North 10551 Miller Rd., Ste 200 Port Washington, NY 11050 Dallas, TX 75238 (516) 945-1900 (713) 988-7779 (212) 683-8399 FAX (214) 377-9376 (888) SAFAVIEH URL: tufanrugs.com FAX (516) 945-1938 Fariborz Alavi, CEO E-mail: [email protected] Sina Sadri, COO URL: safavieh.com Ahmad Yaraghi, Pres. TUFENKIAN Cyrus Yaraghi, V.P. 919 Third Ave., Ground Floor Arash Yaraghi, V.P. New York, NY 10022 Dairus Yaraghi, Treas. (212) 475-2475 FAX (212) 475-2629 SAMAD E-mail: [email protected] www.Tufenkiancarpets.com 419 Murray Hill Parkway James Tufenkian, Pres. East Rutherford, NJ 07073 Eric Jacobson, C.F.O. (201)372-0909 FAX (201) 842-0077 WOVEN CONCEPTS E-mail: [email protected] PO Box 234261 URL: www.samad.com Great Neck, NY 11023 David Samad, Pres. (201) 617-7600 Malcolm Samad, C.O.O. FAX (201) 617-7755 Rao Siriki, Exec. V.P. Behrooz Hakimian, Product Development Halleh Hakimian, Int’l Operations SHALOM BROTHERS, INC. Jasmine Hakimian, Customer Relations 284 Fifth Ave ., Ground Floor URL: www.wovenconcepts.com New York, NY 10001 (212) 695-3000 ZOLLANVARI, LTD (800) 3-SHALOM 600 Meadowlands Parkway, Suite 130 FAX (212) 695-0022 Secaucus, NJ 07094 E-mail: [email protected] (201) 330-3344 URL: www.shalombrothers.com FAX (201) 330-7728 Nader Shalom, Pres. E-mail: [email protected] Fred Shalom, Exec. V.P. URL: www.Zolla nvariusa.com Rafi Amirian, V.P. Reza Zollanvari, Pres. Sanjay Purohit , CEO SURYA 140 Executive Drive Calhoun, GA 30701 (706) 625-4823 E-mail: [email protected] URL: www.surya.com Satya Tiwari

TAMARIAN CARPETS 1407 Shoemaker Rd. Baltimore, MD 21209 (410) 321-6222 FAX (410) 321-6122 E-mail: [email protected] URL: www.tamarian.com Steve Cibor, Pres. Ryan Higgins, V.P. Geoff Duckworth, Sr. Designer Ayo Akintilo, Multimedia Director Fred Lomax, Operations Mngr.

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JADE INDUSTRIES, INC. ANDREW SCHLAFLY, ESQ. ASSOCIATE 101 West Washington St. 521 Fifth Ave., 17th Floor Conshohocken, PA 19428 New York, NY 10175 MEMBERS (610) 828-4830 (local) (908) 719-8608 (888) RUG-PADS (888-784-7237) FAX (212) 214-0354 AMERICASMART ATLANTA Andrew Schlafly, Esq. FAX (610) 828-1028 240 Peachtree St., NW E-mail: [email protected] Suite 2200 URL: www.rugpads.com Atlanta, GA 30303 Aram K. Jerrehian, Jr., CEO (404) 220-2330 Dean Jerrehian, Pres. (800) ATL-MART Patricia Mullen, Administrator FAX (404) 220-3030 Amy K. Jerrehian, Marketing Director URL: www.americasmart.com Jeff Portman, Pres. Vice Chmn, COO MATERIAL CONCEPTS, INC. Mike Turnbull, Sr. V.P. Mktg 11620 Caroline Rd. Kevin Malkiewicz,V.P. Area Rug Center Leasing Philadelphia, PA 19154 ARTISTIC COLOR GRAPHICS (215) 338-6515 3400 Dodds Ave. (800) 372-3366 Chattanooga, TN 37407 FAX (215) 338-0199 (423) 698-7360 E-mail: [email protected] FAX (423) 698-1862 Geoffrey Kohn, Pres. E-mail: [email protected] Douglas Kohn, G.M. URL: www.printacg.com Chris Burton, Principal NEW YORK INT’L CARPET SHOW 408 N. Robertson Blvd. C-Air West Hollywood, CA 90048 181 S. Franklin Ave. (323) 274-8636 Valley Stream, NY 11581 E-mail: [email protected] (516) 394-0400 URL: www.nyics.com FAX (516) 394-0471 Murtaza Ahmadi Pres. E-mail: [email protected] URL: www.c-air.com NOONOO RUG John Maser, Director of Imports CONSULTING GROUP, LTD. 16001 Collins Ave., Ste 2002 EXPLORE AIRTRANS SERVICES (EAS) Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 5 Logistics Drive (917) 648-7322 South Kearny, NJ 07032 E-mail: [email protected] (973) 474-5336 Gene Newman, Pres. FAX (973) 474-5348 Stephanie A. Diehl, Tres./Sec’y www.exploreair.com Brian Galik, V.P. REVITA RUGS 10 Horizon Blvd. GERTNER MANDEL, LLC S. Hackensack, NJ 07606 1215 East Veterans Highway (201) 641-1100 Jackson, NJ 08527 FAX (201) 641-1150 (732) 363-3333 E-mail: [email protected] FAX (732) 534-0328 URL: www.revitarugs.com E -mail: [email protected] Hamid Zarei, Pres. URL: www.iplaw-gmp.net Lawrence Mandel RUG INSIDER MAGAZINE 4 Fortsalong Rd. H.M. NABAVIAN & SONS, INC. Meredith, NH 03253 36 E. 31st St. (603) 279-4938 New York, NY 10016 FAX (603) 279-4838 (212) 213-2476 E-mail: [email protected] FAX (212) 213-4276 URL: www.ruginsider.com E-mail: [email protected] Peter Woodaman, Publisher URL: www.hmnabavian.com Massoud Nabavian Pres. RUGNEWS.COM P.O. Box 18207 INTERNATIONAL MARKET CENTERS Sarasota, FL 18207 495 South Grand Central Parkway (941) 929-9430 Las Vegas, NV 89106 E-mail: [email protected] (702) 380-0919 URL: www.rugnews.com (888) 416-8600 Carol Tisch, Editor & Publisher FAX (702) 380-4002 Howard Tisch, Executive Editor E-mail: [email protected] URL: www.imcenters.com

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Atlanta International Area Rug Market Featuring The National Oriental Rug Show (NORS) Wednesday, January 10 - Sunday, January 14 9 AM to 5 PM

MARKET LOCATION INFORMATION AND SERVICES AmericasMart Building 1: Home and Rug AmericasMart 404-220-3000 240 Peachtree ST NW or www.americasmart.com Piedmont Hospital 404-605-5000 INFORMATION DESK Time, Weather 770-368-9663 Ask Me desks can be found on every temporary booth Traveler’s Aid 404-817-7070 floor. In addition, AmericasMart Retail Services hosts a New Buyer Breakfast every day during market, PARKING Thursday, January 11 to Saturday, January 13 from Visit www.americasmart.com/parking for parking 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM in Building 3, Floor 11, Buyer's partners and the ParkSmart pro gram for reserved Lounge, Room 11-W365 parking passes.

ADMITTANCE TRANSPORTATION AmericasMart Atlanta is a whole sale market open to MARTA: www.itsmarta.com or 404-848-5501 the trade only. Contact AmericasMart Registration at TAXI Service 404-351-1111 1-800-ATL-MART for additional information or visit AIRLINES americasmart.com/content/registration.html Hartsfield Int’l Airport 404-530-2100 Delta Reservations 800-328-1111

The global rug design and manufacturing community Carpets® Awards moves back to the Market center for gathers in Atlanta for The Atlanta International Area its 2018 reception. Set for Thursday, January 11, Rug Market® featuring the National Oriental Rug 2018, the day-long event will be capped by award pre- Show (NORS) co-sponsored by The Oriental Rug sentations and evening reception. Co-spoynsored b Importers Association (ORIA) January 10-14, 2018. AmericasMart and the ORIA, recognition will be NORS temporary exhibitors move to a new given in the hand-hooked/hand-tufted, hand-knotted, space in Building 1, Floor 5 for this year’s event. The flat weave, machine-made, outdoor, licensee and move will allow buyers to explore the many extraor- antique categories as decided by a panel of industry dinary collections as they conveniently source com- experts. All rugs in consideration for the Awards will prehensive product lines from permanent rug and hang in the Museum of Introductions in Building 1, home décor showrooms, as well. Space 4-B-1 from Wednesday, January 10 through AmericasMart’s celebration of innovation in Saturday, January 13. Additional details are available rug design and production, America’s Magnificent at www.AmericasMart.com/January.

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10 – SATURDAY, JANUARY 13 The Atlanta International Gift

® Museum of Introductions® (MOI) Gallery & Home Furnishings Market Wed.– Fri. | 9 a.m.– 6 p.m. • Sat. | 9 a.m.– Noon Showrooms: January 9 –16, 2018 Temporaries: January 11–15, 2018 Building 1, Floor 4, Room 4-B-1 The rug and home industry’s exclusive showing of new product introductions The Atlanta International ® in a sophisticated museum setting. Area Rug Market Featuring the National Oriental Rug Show Showrooms & Temporaries: THURSDAY, JANUARY 11 January 10 –14, 2018 America’s Magni cent Carpets® Awards Cocktail Reception 5–7 p.m. | MOI Gallery, Building 1, Floor 4 Join us for a festive cocktail reception as we toast the winners of America’s Magni cent Carpets® Awards and celebrate the latest in rug design.

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ORIA Member NORS ‘18 PRODUCT PREVIEWS Showcasing the Industry’s Finest and Most Innovative Designs

BASHIAN stores, specialty stores, department stores and internet 5-F9 sites with extensive programmed lines and personal- Firm’s Market Highlights: ized, efficient service. v Bashian’s Atlanta showroom will present a host of Dealer Support Materials: innovative designs and qualities, all programmed for Bashian Website (http://w ww.bashianrug.com). 2018 and featured on the company’s website, www.bashianrug.com. The collections include every- BOKARA RUG CO., INC. thing from natural jute products, hides, high-end wool 3-D7 and viscose lines to antique reproductions in hand- Firm’s Market Highlights: knotted collections. v Bokara Rug Company, “The Quiet Strength Behind v Greenwich is the company’s flagship collection, America’s Retailers.” The firm’s warehouse in New with over 100 designs. Made with a unique blend of Jersey holds one of the largest selections of area rugs wool and viscose, the designs stretch the imagination in the country, covering all styles and sizes, in a vari- with shimmering highlights. Another great collection, ety of price points that can provide the perfect rug for Norwalk, encompasses edgy, contemporary patterns even the most demanding customer. The warehouse is in soft neutral tones. A fine blend of viscose and wool located in Secaucus, New Jersey at 50 Enterprise gives sophistication to the designs and adds a plush Avenue North, NJ 07094. The main contact number is feel and shine to the pile. The Santa Fe Collection 201-601-0040; the fax number is 201-601-0055; and brings a fresh perspective to contemporary patterns. the email address is [email protected]. Top grade skins are used in creating a patchwork of v Known for innovation, the firm works non-stop to creative designs in genuine cowhide. track home furnishing trends and develop new v Artifact is a handknotted collection of light and airy designs and colors, so it is ready to supply you with designs in harmonious colors. Graceful striations of the product you need to keep your inventory fresh and colors, along with triple shearing, lend the illusion of ‘on-trend’. Bokara comes to NORS ‘18 with a number gentle signs of wear, giving these patterns a look that of new collections and additions to the existing range, is reminiscent of bygone treasures. The Cascade updating designs and colors for today’s tastes. Collection is handknotted w ith pure handspun viscose Particular care has been taken in the selections to to create imaginative, waterfall designs with a luxuri- ensure that quality and style are complementary with ous look and feel. today’s fashions and taste. Company Statement: v Three collections on view at Atlanta are: The hand- Bashian is among America’s oldest importers of fine loomed 1000 Collection will delight with 10 design handmade rugs and a key supplier to better furniture types, made of all viscose or all wool. The understated

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elegance of the saturated tones found in the 5-6 color- archives to find a quintessential traditional design that ways, and sturdy construction, complete this picture will withstand the test of time. The winner? Makrana, of luxury and durability. The Neo Villa Damask an eloquently elegant rug made modern with distress- Collection, with 36 strikingly contemporary designs, ing and four cosmopolitan colorways: gray, charcoal, exudes warmth, style and a silky sheen. These hand- slate and natural. Hand knotted in India of a wool and woven viscose rugs in on-trend colorways, suit viscose blend, this collection comes in 3’6x5’6, today’s decors. The Canterbury Collection combines 5’6x8’6, 8x10 and 9x12 sizes. silk and wool to add that look and touch of luxuory t v The new Spencer Collection embodies the very 35 transitional designs with a distressed, low-cut look. best that traditional design has to offer. Woven in All are made in India and are available in sizes 4x6 to Holland on Axminster looms, these 100% New 12x18. Zealand wool, machine-made designs are the defini- Company Statement: tion of a modern classic. Spencer offers a touch of the Leading importer of handmade area rugs, traditional, Netherlands and cozy refinement for years to come. transitional, contemporary, antique and vintage. The collection is available in Crown in charcoal and Dedicated to commitment, quality, and design, mushroom, Keshan in cream and navy, and Panel in Bokara has been a leading manufacturer of handmade multi and oyster. Sizes include 4’7x6’7, 5’3x7’6, rugs for over four decades. Bokara. One source. 6’7x9’10 and 8’2x11’5. Endless possibilities. Company Statement: Dealer Support Materials: Capel Rugs makes rugs in its North Carolina factories Brochures, Internet Site (www.bokara.com), Full and imports from weaving partners across the globe. access to photo archives for promotions. Special With skill and style earned from over 100 years in Event Inventories. business, we’ve created a collection unrivaled in range, unsurpassed in design and uncompromising in CAPEL INC. quality. To see everything Capel offers, visit capel- 3-C15 rugs.com. Firm’s Market Highlights: Dealer Support Materials: v At NORS 2018, Capel will debut designer Anthony Hi-Res PDFs at www.capelrugs.com Baratta’s Square Trellis. This luxurious 90% wool and 10% viscose collection delivers a sophisticated inter- COURISTAN locking trellis pattern with a clean and modern feel. 6-D11 Made in India, it is available in five colorways: Firm’s Market Highlights: cream, grey, light blue, mushroom and navy. This col- v Couristan comes to market with its distinctive lection comes in 5x8, 8x10 and 9x12 sizes. Square Revival Collection of rugs, crafted in India from Trellis is just one of the signature Baratta designs the repurposed materials like denim, chindi and sari tex- firm will feature in Atlanta as part of its new licensing tiles and blended with wool and cotton. The grouping partnership with the famed designer. Other introduc- is a blend of various qualities including hand-knotted, tions include a creative mix of indoor/outdoor, braid- hand-tufted and flatweaves and sizes are 3x5 up to ed and hand tufted rugs with Americana-inspired 12x15, depending on quality. themes in a bold, bright palette. v Shibui is inspired by Japanese Shibori designs. The v The firm dipped deep into its century-plus design collection, which balances simplicity with complexity

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creates. High end and hand made in India of wool and silk, this collection offers 8 designs in sizes 8x10, 9x12, 10x14 and in custom sizes as well. v The licensee Vintage Collection designed by Florence De Dampierre was inspired by the intrica- cies of French parquet flooring. This complex, multi- dimensional patchwork design uses a combination of vintage hemp flooring, textile remnants, and flat woven of wool, cotton and goat hair. It is hand made in Turkey in 5 colors in size 8x10, and in cus- tom sizes. v Custom design, color option, and size needs are always met with quick turn-around time. Please con- tact the firm at 201-866-1933 to discuss your needs. Company Statement: The Creative Touch Classics captures the texture, color, design and quality of the antique rugs that can New from COURISTAN Revival Collection only be found in private collections and at higher-end antique dealers. For our new Creative Touch Modern collections we have studied market trends in design as its name suggests, offers subtle beauty in an ink- and color and have created desirable new product blotted color story spanning across the designs. Hand lines. Visit our showroom at AmericasMart, Building tufted in India, it is available in sizes 3’6x5’6, 5x8, 1 on the 5th floor, 5-F2, during the International Area 8x10, and in a 2’6x8 runner. Rug Market in January 2018, or visit our website at Company Statement: www.creativetouchrugs.com. Couristan is a family-owned company, with vast expertise in the residential, hospitality and contract ELIKO ANTIQUE & DECORATIVE RUGS arenas. We offer the best in service, quality and craft- 2-A17 Temp , 7-E7 Temp manship across all categories for ove r 90 years. Firm’s Market Highlights: Dealer Support Materials: v Eliko Antique & Decorative Rugs now has a new www.couristan.com custom rug division specializing in hand-knotted con- temporary and reproduction antique rugs, including CREATIVE TOUCH, INC. custom sizing, color matching and the ability to pro- 5-F2 duce your designs. Working directly with trusted mills Firm’s Market Highlights: throughout Asia and the Middle East and its own mill v Creative Touch partners with Carol Benson-Cobb in Turkey, Eliko provides a highly personalized ser- of Benson-Cobb Studios to bring to Atlanta a wonder- vice, rapid strike-off turnaround and short lead times ful licensee line of handmade rugs with designs while maintaining a high level of quali ty and value. inspired and based on the original art Benson-Cobb The firm can work in all materials including wools of

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all types—silks, cotton, jute, hemp and bamboo lection is available in sizes 8x10, 9x12, 10x14 and in silk—to produce any style including contemporary custom sizes, too. and traditional Tibetans, Moroccans, Cotton Agras, Company Statement: Oushaks, hand knotted with different shear levels and Keeping the classic tradition of making rugs alive and flatweaves. sound: French Accents’ rugs are reproduced using the v In addition, the company will be presenting its lat- exact same techniques and materials that were used in est collection of antique and semi-antique Turkish weaving antique carpets hundreds of years ago. Our Oushaks, for NORS 2018. The collection includes a foundation is rooted in providing quality service to variety of sizes and one-of-a-kind desi gns. As always, our cust omers, therefore, French Accents will never the company will feature a large selection of reason- compromise on quality, design or materials. We only ably priced Serapis, Sultanabads, and Tabrizes. Each provide the very best. piece has been hand picked for its quality, color Dealer Support Materials: scheme and decorative aesthetics. Catalogs and Website (www.farugs.com) Company Statement: Premier supplier of antique and semi-antique decora- HAROUNIAN RUGS INTERNATIONAL CO. tive carpets to dealers, decorators and collectors; 5-C10 known for unmatched inventory, great customer ser- Firm’s Market Highlights: vice and reasonable pricing. v Harounian’s January 2018 introductions will focus Dealer Support Materials: on transitional looks in hand-knotted constructions Full-Color Brochure, Complimentary Search Service, that are priced at mid to high end. HRI colors will Professional Photographs upon Request, Interactive continue to be the colors that are selling now and Website. trending, rather than a color that someone has fore- casted as what they think will be the new fashion FRENCH ACCENTS color. 4-E16-18 v The firm will highlight its Melody Collection, a Firm’s Market Highlights: richly colored bohemian look of retro designs, as well v French Accents will bring its Classics Revival as several new collections of large-scale Oushak Collection to Atlanta this January. With a retro twist, designs that have been redesigned and colored to cre- these 18th century traditional patterns embody the old ate looks that are definitely transitional with a nod to with the new, making them perfect for both residential tradition. All are programmed and stocked in sizes and commercial applications. Unique colorways 6x9 through 12x15. ensure enough variety to satisfy every taste. These v With a long-established reputation in the market of high-end, hand-knotted, 100% wool rugs come in providing quality handmade rugs that are on trend and sizes 8x10, 9x12, 10x14 and in custom sizes as well. stocked in a wide range of sizes, this company part- v The sophisticated Nepalese Bespoke Collection, ners with its customers: if a look isn’t working in a available in 20 patterns and colorways that include customer’s market, it will be switched out for some- both Retro, Deco and contemporary designs, harmo- thing else that will turn. nizes beautifully with any room setting and speaks to Company Statement: diverse taste s. This 100% wool and silk, high-end col- Retailers, Designers, Home Flooring Buyers, and

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Carpet Connoisseurs are cordially invited to visit v Rubber Anchor, Rubber Anchor II, and EcoNet are HRI’s all new Atlanta Market Showroom in space 5- natural rubber non-skid pads that are made sustain- C-10 or to visit HRI’s Las Vegas Showroom at the ably from rapidly renewable resources. Also, in addi- World Market Center space B-420. Take a journey tion to UltiMat and OptiMat, the reversible, rubber- with us through our Classical, Traditional, backed, needlepunched flat pads; and LockSet, an Transitional and Contemporary takes on the endless economical line of synthetic underlays, the firm car- possibilities we can creatively construct for the 21st ries RubberNet. RubberNet is a line of open-weave Century home. Please contact HRI at 212-213-3330 natural rubber pads which includes EcoNet, or at [email protected]. SecureNet and MagNet. Each is available in full rolls, Dealer Support Materials: and is prepackaged in standard and custom sizes. Swatch Programs, Custom Sample Rack Programs, Company Statement: In-Store Sales Training Sessions, Catalogs, Providing the highest quality and widest selection of Brochures, Advertising Support, Online Order padding products, allowing retailers to satisfy all their Processing, Award Winning Customer Service and area rug pad needs in one place—satisfaction guaran- More. teed. Dealer Support Materials: JADE INDUSTRIES, INC. No Minimum Order on Single Pre-Packaged or 5-Temp Custom Size Pads to Full Rolls and Truckloads; Drop Firm’s Market Highlights: Shipping; Website with Product Information; Free v Jade, offering the broadest selection of area rug Samples; and Product Literature. pads on the market, will be introducing SlimMat, its newest rubber back felt pad. Part of the firm’s popular JAIPUR OptiMat/UltiMat line, SlimMat is extra thin and light 12-F9 for a low profile and low price option. With the same Firm’s Market Highlights: great grip of the OptiMat/UltiMat pads, SlimMat, at v Jaipur’s new Satellite Collection celebrates stream- an economical price, prevents area rug pads from slip- lined space-age designs with a hand-loomed rug craft- ping. As an added bonus, SlimMat folds up for easy ed in a silk and cotton blend in techno-savvy shades shipping. like turtledove and steel gray. Sizes for these contem- v The firm’s Rubber Anchor Green is part of the porary-design rugs, made i n India, are 2x3, 5x8, and firm’s popular Rubber Anchor line. It is extra eco- 8x11. Also at NORS ‘18 and inspired by restored friendly as it contains recycled rubber; and through its Turkish antiques, the Greyson Collection of machine- partnership with Trees for the Future, the company made rugs invites an escape to an exotic world with- will plant a tree with every Rubber Anchor Green pad out leaving one’s own home. Constructed of 100% sold. Rubber Anchor Green is everything the con- viscose, each striking rug keeps the rich tradition of sumer wants in a rug pad: non-slip, comfortable and Turkish design alive with old-world representations most of all in today’s world, eco-friendly. If you ask suited to today’s modern tastes. Colors are smoke blue your customers to choose between an eco-friendly rug and chocolate chip. Made in Belgium, these rugs pad and one that is not eco-friendly, they will choose come in sizes 1’6x1’6, 2x3, 5’3x7’6, and 7’10x10’10. eco-friendly every time. v Project Error by Kavis is an award-winning collec-

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tion of contemporary rugs where errors are magically Collection makes it ideal for any modern décor. It is transformed into beautiful creations. Each hand-knot- hand loomed in India in four soothing colorways: ash, ted rug is worked on by 180 artisans who together cre- ocean, neutral and silver; and is available in sizes ate exquisite rugs out of hand-carded wool and bam- 3’6x5’6, 5x8, 8x11, and 9’6x13. boo viscose silk. These luxury pieces, in either Dealer Support Materials: incense or smoke color, are made in India in sizes Catalog & Brochures, Point-of-Purchase Pamphlets, 1’6x1’6, 2x3, 5’6x8, 8x10 or 9x12. Advertising Support, (800) 323-3342 Toll-Free v The Poeme Collection takes traditional designs and Number, Sales Training and Website, www.jaunty- re-inv ents them in a palette of modern, highly livable inc.com. Jaunty’s Programmed Lines Are Not colors. Each design is made from premiere hand-spun Permitted to Appear on Other Websites. wool and crafted with precision for the look and feel of a hand-knotted rug, at the more affordable cost of a KALATY RUG CORP. hand-tufted. Made in India in sizes 1’6x1’6, 2x3, 5x8, 4-G14 8x10 and 9x12. Meanwhile, the soft and luxurious-in- Firm’s Market Highlights: feel Zuri Collection is a modern take on Moroccan v In 2017, Kalaty introduced a handsome new 440- rugs. These supple, hand-knotted area rugs that repre- page catalog featuring the company’s vast rug collec- sent a nostalgic beauty, are showcased in natural tones tions highlighting both flat images and lifestyle room with distressed patterns reminiscent of tile motifs. settings. Designed to be an invaluable sales tool for Colors are fog and tourmaline, in 100% wool, in sizes designers as well as for Kalaty dealers, the company 2x3, 5x8 and 8x10. will update this catalog as new collections are added. v Also new in 2017, Kalaty Bespoke Pillows, the JAUNTY CO. INC. company’s newest accent pillow collection. The 5-F1 Bespoke Pillow Collection replicates a variety of Firm’s Market Highlights: motifs, designs and patterns found in some of the v Jaunty’s Avery Collection is an exciting addition to firm’s finest hand-knotted traditional, transitional, the Atlanta Market. An array of sophisticated woven tribal and modern rug collections. Each artisanal pil- textures make for a great addition to any casual room low cover is handcrafted with the same superior-qual- set ting. These rugs are hand woven in India in four ity materials (100% premium hand-spun wool, 100% colorways that will appeal to everyone: mist, oat, Silkette™, or a combination of wool and Silkette™) pearl and stone. Sizes available are 3’6x4’6, 5x8, and meticulous hand-knotting processes as the rugs 8x11, and 9’6x13. that inspired them. v The Fairfax Collection offers an unparalleled com- v The firm continues to introduce a number of new, bination of beauty and elegance that blends extraordi- fashion-forward, hand-knotted rug collections each narily well with today’s color palettes. Hand woven in year. Among the newest is the Torano Collection, a India using wool and viscose blended yarn, the collec- chic, multi-dimensional Tibetan-weave collection that tion comes in four colorways: earth, moonlight, neu- exudes elegance on many levels. Each luxurious tral and pastel. Sizes are 3’6x5’6, 5x8, 8x11, and Torano rug is hand knotted in a high-low pile using 9’6x13. premium hand-spun wool combined with natural silk v The luxurious and elegant look of the Ellington . The soft fashion colors and subtle erased pat-

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terns within this exceptional collection speak to tradi- v The Upstate Collection, another Rachael Ray orig- tionalists and modernists alike! inal, is machine-made in Egypt in 10 styles and color- Company Statement: ways in 6 sizes, from 2x3 up to 9’2x12’6. Kalaty goes to great lengths to develop its line of Company Statement: high-fashion heirloom-quality products for the retail Kaleen, headquartered in Mumbai, is an international and design trades. The company’s many services and manufacturer of beautiful handmade area rugs, with a marketing tools are designed to both engage and help United States office and distribution locations in dealers and designers meet the needs of their cus- Dalton, Georgia. Kaleen’s “Point of Pride & tomers. Highly regarded for integrity, creativity and Commitment to Customer Satisfaction” is a reflection color consciousness, the company is also renowned of its proven success over its 40 years in the textile for superior quality standards and unsurpassed cus- industry. Kaleen’s brand is more than a rug, it is a tomer service. Kalaty currently has showrooms in lifestyle. We put our skills and resources to the best New York and Atlanta. possible use with fashion forward, sellable designs; Dealer Support Materials: constantly evolving qualities; and a finished product In addition to its 440-page comprehensive catalog, the our customers tell us is “perfect.” company’s handsome, easy-to-navigate Kalaty web- site (KALATY.COM) not only includes all of the KAS company’s rug collections, but it also allo ws the user 4-C5 to search by collection, by color, by style and by Firm’s Market Highlights: weave. Additionally, the site offers Kalaty dealers v At the KAS showroom in Atlanta, you will find a many online advantages through the Dealer Portal, huge variety of indoor/outdoor rug collections. The such as the ability to check stock, place and follow company has expanded its indoor/outdoor assortment orders. The site also shows a number of the compa- and now offers a wide range of price points, construc- ny’s other offerings, including Rug Rack Programs, the Kalaty Custom Color Program and more.

KALEEN New from KAS 3-C9 Cortico Collection Firm’s Market Highlights: v Kaleen an d Rachael Ray are happily making beau- tiful rugs together. At NORS 2018, three new and exciting collections under the Rachael Ray License Program will debut, including the Highline Collection. These 100% wool rugs are cross tufted in India in 10 styles and colors. Five sizes, from a 2’6x8’9 runner up to a 9’6x13, are available. v The Rachael Ray Soho Collection is hand-tufted in New from KAS China in 10 styles and co lorways; available in five Indulge Collection sizes, from 2x3 to 8x10.

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tions, colors and patterns. An expanded line of pillows

and poufs will also be featured at this upcoming mar- New from LOLOI ket. The firm is focusing, too, on expanding its range of price points by introducing higher quality rugs as well as deepening its foothold at the value-driven price point. Company Statement: For over 36 years, KAS has been one of the industry’s leading suppliers of innovative and fashion-forward rugs at great price points. KAS prides itself on back-

up stock, a great customer service team, and a knowl- ABOVE edgeable nationwide sales force. Patina Dealer Support Materials: Collection Full Color Look Book, New Indoor/Outdoor Book, CENTER Pillows and Poufs Books, Licenses Books, Porcia Collection Nationwide Sales Force, Sales Training, Quick Ship BOTTOM Tatum Program, New Swatch Display Program, Beautiful Collection Designed Dealer Website, Social Media Channels to Inclu de: Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter, and Houzz. Drop Ship Capabilities and a New State-of- the-Art Warehouse in Calhoun, GA. Solano; the new Hawthorne and Napa hooked collec- LOLOI RUGS tions in wool and polypropylene; along with 4-D2 Huntington, the first indoor-outdoor collection with Firm’s Market Highlights: Loloi. With a blend of colors, applications and mate- v Loloi’s introductions include two innovative new rials, the new ED Ellen DeGeneres Collection is craft- collections: Patina and Porcia. Patina is power ed in styles as unique as Ellen herself. loomed in Turkey of polypropylene and polyester, and v New introductions in collaboration with Magnolia features a luxurious sheen in blues and golds com- Home by Joanna Gaines include the hand-woven bined with an unmatched textural landscape, making Holloway in neutral tones with generous fringe; the this rug inviting as well as beautiful. The Porcia Ophelia Collection, power-loomed in viscose with Collection, power loomed with 100% polyester, pays hues of blue, gold, berry and gray; and the first tribute to the age-old art of mosaic. Thousands of indoor-outdoor collection for Magnolia Home with small tile pieces create an ancient, yet current, look, the Warwick Collection, inspired by tribal mud cloths. and is cross woven with space-dyed soft polyester to Company Statement: complete the vintage look and feel. Founded in 2004, LOLOI has become a fashion leader v The firm also introduces new rug, pillow and throw specializing in medium- to high- end area rugs in designs for the ED Ellen DeGeneres Collection. New every style category, and a premium producer of tex- intros include hand-woven wool collections Brea and tiles. Under the expert direction of area rug veteran

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Amir Loloi, the company has won six ARTS Awards: height reminiscent of timeworn antique Persian rugs. four for “Best Rug Manufacturer” in 2010, 2011, The patterns as well are based on the old and the new. 2015 and 2016, one in 2012 for “Best Outdoor Archival patterns, reinvented in new and colorful Manufacturer,” and one in 2013 for “Green ways sit alongside styles that are completely abstract Manufacturer.” Its eight America’s Magnificent and textural. All of the rugs are realized in a range of Carpets Awards and three Atlanta Visual Display neutrals, grays, creams, with accents of steel blue, Awards for sophisticated showroom design attest to pale wheat, and aqua. Sizes are 2’1x7’10, 3’6x5’6, the company’s commitment to innovation and quality. 5’3x7’ 10, 8x11, and 9’6x12’11. Company Statement: MERRIFIELD ORIENTAL RUGS Karastan specializes in manufacturing the most luxu- 5-Te mp rious, soft, durable, and elegant machine-made rugs in Firm’s Market Highlights: the marketplace today. Our rugs are manufactured v Merrifield is bringing an abundance of new rugs to using sophisticated, custom-made, and technological- Atlanta for perusal, from very fine Afghans to very ly advanced Axminster and Wilton looms in Eden, fine Ushaks. Also on display will be Prayer Rugs, North Carolina. Karastan offers a wide variety of dif- Suzanis, Khotans, modern design Gabahs and Super ferent designs, styles, sizes, and constructions--per- Kazaks finer than any commercially made Kazak. fect for any home. Today, Karastan continues to revo- There will be silver wash rugs as well among the ver- lutionize the world of Oriental rug manufacturing itable cornucopia of all new inventory on view. with its rich tradition of superb craftsmanship coupled v The company is located at a beautiful spot near with manufacturing innovation and world-class tech- Tyson’s Corner: 8501 Tyco Road, 3C, Vienna, nology. Virginia 22182. They can also be reached by tele- Dealer Support Materials: phone at 703-876-4000 or by email at merrifieldorien- Collection Catalogs and Brochures Accessible Via the [email protected]. Internet or Mobile Media. Company Statement: Merrifield Oriental Rugs is dedicated to offering out- MOMENI, INC. standing service and rugs of incomparable quality. 4-B4 Firm’s Market Highlights: MOHAWK HOME (KARASTAN) v Momeni Inc. captures our interest wi th Lenox, a 3-A1 collection of four traditional designs made in Turkey Firm’s Market Highlights: in three exciting colorways: red, blue and ivory. These v Mohawk/Karastan’s Kismet Collecti on achieves a machine-made, 100% polypropylene rugs are in the remarkable product that optimizes the quality of the lower to mid-range price point and are available in sophisticated matte finish of the New Zealand wool as sizes 2x3 to 9’6x12’6. contrasted with the silky sheen of the Smart®Strand v Modern, abstract natural patterns created to imitate Silk™ fiber, creating a riot of textures, hand-feel, and the look of marble best evokes the subtly swirling, surface variation. The rugs are finished using the high-end Marble Collection. Part of the firm’s broad- same wash techniques that Karastan has been using loom line, it can be custom installed into entire rooms for decades, lending the rugs a beautiful drape and or cut into specific sizes to create area rugs. The col- soft hand. They are finished with a low profile pile lection is Wilton-loomed in China of 100% microfiber

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sion for quality, innovation and design has established

Left us as a leading authority in rugs, carpeting and home MOMENI’S Lenox accessories. Collection Dealer Support Materials: Full Color Catalogs; Digital Assets; National, experi- enced sales force; Broadloom; Custom Concepts and B2B Network.

NEMAN INTERNATIONAL, INC. 3-E15 Firm’s Market Highlights: v Neman International’s high-end Tribal Collection brings the exotic East to the West. Styles created in hand-spun wool include Bidjar, Bakhshaiesh, Dragon Gharajeh, Heriz, Hashlou (Ersari), Kordi, Mahal, Above right Turkmen, and Serapi, all in vibrant hues. Look for Langdon Collection from Erin Gates by MOMENI rich colors like ivory, rust, black, light blue, navy blue and gold in rug sizes 2 x3 to 12x15, and in runners and squares as well. Always a plus, regular shipments keep inventory in stock at all times. polyester in two colorways. v Recognized in the carpet industry for its traditional v The Erin Gates Langdon Collection features sub- Indian program lines for the past 30 years, the firm’s dued tones and a traditional-modern style in a high beautiful fine wool and viscose silk offerings made in quality, handmade wool construction. This collection India in both modern and traditional designs will con- is all about the texture and dimension provided by the tinue the tradition. Contemporary colors including topstitch on flatweave. It is hand made in India in four grey, ivory, dar k brown and charcoal grey enliven unique designs with taupe, blue, pink, and grey colors these regular and high-low texture rugs, available in varying in each design. Sizes available for these mid- sizes 4x6 to 9x12. range rugs are 2x3 to 8’6x11’6. v Eye catching Kelim flat weaves from Pakistan in Company Statement: assorted colorways will be sure to delight. They are Momeni is a leading manufacturer and importer of available in 2x3 to 9x12, and in runners as well. area rugs, wall-to-wall carpeting and home décor. Our Company Statement: cornerstone, “A Tradition of Quality,” is a guiding Neman is a family owned company dedicated to out- principle that runs through each and every product we standing customer service and satisfaction, constantly offer. Our family-owned company traces its begin- striving to create and of fer exclusive and unique nings to 1975, when founder Haji Momeni began pro- hand-made carpets from India, Iran, Pakistan and viding high quality, exceptional rugs door-to-door. Turkey. Four time winner of The Atlanta Market’s Today our business has grown from a small importer Magnificent Carpet Awards. of fine Persian rugs to an international manufacturer Dealer Support Materials: of more than 100,000 rugs annually. Momeni’s pas- Nemanintl.com: a user friendly website categorized

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by collection, color, size, shape and rug number. fluidity, creating motion within a static object to cap- Updated daily and checked instantly for availability. ture and draw the eye of the observer, as with this rug design.” Here, natural light gris and blanc are set on a NOURISON canvas of deep noir, creating a flowing and dynamic 1-L1, 3-F2, design of wool and silk. Firm’s Market Highlights: Company Statement: v As soft as a dove’s feathers, and glowing with an Nourison is a leading global floor covering company inner light, vintage-style Dove from Nourison’s that produces extensive collections of area rugs, Lucent Collection of area rugs provides a relaxed broadloom carpet and home accessories at multiple beauty in any space in the home. Based on authentic price points from low to mid-market to luxury. A fully Tibetan weavings, it features a gently faded design of vertically integrated company, Nourison oversees stylized flowers. almost every aspect of the manufacturing process and v Christopher Guy by Nourison offers two new cre- produces over 85% of their product assortment from ations, Chemin and L’Artiste. Inspired by an engaging sustainable, natural fibers. Their quality, extensive pattern formed in broken ice seen by Christopher inventory and speed to market has made them valu- Harrison in Central Park on a sub-zero day, Chemin able partners in the home furnishings and hospitality features intricate warm shading that adds a delicate industries. Their product assortment includes licensed balance and dimension to an angular design of wool, collections from well-known brands including Calvin linen, silk, and bamboo. Klein, Kathy Ireland, Waverly, Barclay Butera, v Of L’Artist, Mr. Harrison says, “To many, my Joseph Abboud, Peanuts and more. Nourison was designs have become synonymous with curvature and founded in 1980 by the Peykar brothers in New York and still remains a family-owned company. For fur- NOURISON ther details, visit www.nourison.com Left Dealer Support Material: Prismatic Collection Dealer Website with Online Order and Stock-Check; Consumer Website with Full Product Information, Editorial Content, and Dealer Locator; 800 Line with 24/7 Stock-Check; National Co-Op Advertising; Bi- Annual Inserts and Mailers; Full Color Catalogs; Product Information Videos; Full Range of Product Sales Material.

ORIENTAL WEAVERS 3-A2 Firm’s Market Highlights: NOURISON v As the world’s largest rug manufacturer, Oriental Right Weavers has thousands of styles in today’s hottest Christopher Guy Collection for Nourison trends and classic best sellers alike. Having earned a distinguished reputation over the last 40 years, the firm’s brand has become synonymous with fashion,

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quality, service and dependability. Here is a breadth first handwoven collection launched in late summer, and depth of product, from an unmatched variety of 2017: the results were so astounding that two addi- indoor stylings to the largest selection of outdoor tional handwoven collections have already been offerings available today, that is difficult to top. added to this assortment. v The firm is the exclusive manufacturer of Tommy v During January’s markets, the firm will introduce a Bahama area rugs. You are invited to experience the total of three handwoven collections, as well as sever- sophisticated interpretation of inspired island living al collections in polypropylene. Radici’s Wilton through one of the over 100 area rugs be aring the Woven Wool Broadloom carpet has been sold in the Tommy Bahama name. Offered in an array of finest showrooms across the country for many years machine-woven, hand-knotted, and indoor/outdoor and now, with this new direction, the firm is bridging qualities, a Tommy Bahama area rug is the perfect fin- the gap between the quality of its broadloom and its ishing touch to your own personal oasis. rugs. The Bellissima Collection is available in seven v Outdoor living has become a way of life. People sizes. view their outdoor spaces as an extension of home, as Company Statement: another room to decorate and engage in with family Be sure to stop by Radici USA’s showroom in Atlanta and friends. An indoor/outdoor rug gives the ability to at Americasmart in January, showroom 3-C3. Visitors beautify any outdoor living area as easily and afford- are also invited to stop at Radici’s booth at Surfaces ably as the home’s interior. Oriental Weavers offers (6077). Radici’s website is www.radiciusa.com, or the largest assortment of outdoor rugs available today you may contact them at 1-800-741-2009, or at with collections ranging greatly in color and style. [email protected]. Company Statement: Known around the globe for its fashion-forward SAFAVIEH designs and cutting edge technology, Oriental 5-A2 Weavers is one of the world’s leading area rug manu- Firm’s Market Highlights: facturer specializing in producing beautiful, high- v Stylish opulence is redefined in the timeless quality, and affordable indoor and outdoor rugs for designs and uber-mod hues of Illusion area rugs by over 40 years. The company’s laser focused dedica- Safavieh. Made using silky smooth viscose yarns and tion to the area rug segment results in superior design finished in a distressed, vintage patina, Illusion exem- work, unparalleled stocking capabilities and the best plifies contemporary-classic elegance in bridging fine customer service in the industry. For more on OW’s heirloom qualities to today’s vibrant decor prefer- product assortment, visit www.owrugs.com. ences. An ideal choice for a spacious great room, Dealer Materials: classy living room or family room. Color Catalog, POP Kits, User-Friendly Displays, Company Statement: Advertising and Website. Safavieh is a leading importer of luxurious area rugs and finely crafted home furniture and accessories. RADICI USA Safavieh area rugs create a wonderful harmony 3-C3 between today’s fashion-focused lifestyles and the Firm’s Market Highlights: treasured home décor that celebrates them. From v Radici USA has introduced Bellissima, its first exquisite hand-knotted antique rugs to the latest handwoven collection of area rugs. A test run of this trend-setting transitional styles, shags, high-styled

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indoor-outdoor carpets, natural fibers and more, Full-Color Catalog & Binder with E-Mail Support, Safavieh leads the way in bringing timeless home Sales Training & Literature, National/Local Co-op Ad decor to stylish households the world over. To learn Program, Specialized Customer Care Dept., Mobile more about Safavieh please visit www.safavieh.com. Showroom (Coast to Coast). Dealer Support Materials: National & Local Advertising Co-Ops, Direct Mail, SURYA Color Catalogs, Sales Training, Promotional 11-A1 Literature, and Internet Services. Firm’s Market Highlights: v Experts at translating the latest fashion and interior SHALOM BROTHERS, INC. design trends, Surya’s product development team art- 3-D8, 3-E8 fully combines color, pattern and texture to offer thou- Firm’s Market Highlights: sands of distinctive rug designs ranging from v Shalom Brothers comes to Atlanta with a stunning machine-made looks that emulate handcrafted rugs to collection of solid color rugs. The Rajpur Collection exquisitely crafted hand-knotted options. At Atlanta in quieting, rich tones, is hand knotted in India in market, the company will showcase hundreds of new seven solid colors. The single design is woven using a designs, along with best sellers, across a wide range medium- and a double ply wool and vis- of constructions, price points and styles – from classic cose handspun blend. Sizes are 2x3, 4x6, 6x9, 8x10, to transitional to modern. All rugs on display in the 9x12, 10x14, with custom oversizes, runners and showroom will b e available for shipment within the shapes available. current market season. v The expressionistic Amarya Collection of silk and v Additionally, the company will spotlight four new Himalayan wool is hand knotted in eight modern- trends in curated vignettes, each of which can easily transitional designs. Colorways for this very high-end be recreated in the retail setting to help increase cus- collection range from blues and grays to a beautiful tomer engagement. Rugs to be featured at market beige and a multi that offers a pop of color. Sizes are include more than 20 new machine-made collections, 2x3, 8x10, 9x12, 10x14 and custom oversizes, run- all designed to mimic the look and feel of hand-knot- ners and shapes. ted rugs, along with new high end, hand-knotted v Debuting at NORS 2018 is the Pico Collection. options in luxe materials. Distressed and partially- These 100% wool and wool and viscose blend rugs erased classic designs in a range of palettes—from ar e double-back hand loomed and are offered to retail- softly muted neutrals to vivid brights—will be shown ers at an irresistible, affordable price. Ten transitional along with global looks, nature-inspired designs, and modern designs in 10 colorways are available in abstract painterly looks and hair-on-hide rugs. New sizes 2x3, 4x6, 6x9, 8x10, 9x12, and 10x14. designer collaborations to be featured include recently Company Statement: launched ELLE DECOR and Sunbrella® rug collec- Extensive collections of hand-knotted and hand-tufted tions. programmed rugs; Manufacturing benchmark in qual- v The company will also h ighlight its made to order ity; Color and designs from all regions of the world; rug program, which makes it easy to specify a rug in Reasonable pricing and impeccable customer support. any shape and size—including mansion sizes—for Dealer Support Materials: shipment within as little as one week. The program

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offers more than 200 trend forward options in a vari- ety of styles, materials, constructions and colorways.

Company Statement: New from TAMARIAN Surya is a leading provider of coordinating rugs and accessories for a broad spectrum of lifestyles and bud- gets. To support retailers in successfully promoting and selling its products, the company offers a compre- hensive range of innovative display, merchandising and training tools, all of which are designed to be tai- lored to any retail setting. Surya has been named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing companies for five consecutive years, earning a spot on the presti- gious Inc. 500 Honor Roll, and has been honored with Top Coin TK Haze numerous product design and visual display awards along with awards for social responsibility. Surya has showrooms in Atlanta, Dallas, High Point, Las Vegas, Center Topiary TK Jade Toronto, Mexico City and New Delhi. Dealer Support Materials: Dedicated sales specialists with expertise in retailing BOTTOM Irezumi PW Blue Manti and merchandising; in-store training and webinars; results-driven merchandising and display solutions; easy to navigate website with real-time inventory reporting and product ETAs; top sellers ship within 48 and 50% Himalaya wool collection is elegant while hours. not shy in an interior. v Khaten TK Red has been a popular design, gracing TAMARIAN CARPETS top interiors in the soft colorway Haze or the more 6-E18 organic Taos. With some boldness returning to beauty, Firm’s Market Highlights: an accent of lipstick red ups the ante in this newest v Tamarian Carpets con tinues to innovate both prod- version, offering just the right amount of POP for last- uct and services to meet the ever growing demands of ing drama. Of 60% Tibetan wool and 40% silk. the market. New textures, weaves, and materials have v Topiary TK Red speaks to the iconic Tree of Life all contributed to the bolstering of collections with motif, but in a modern revision that uses the large- fresh, unique looks in an increasingly crowded scale element as a repeat motif. The red colorway is a Tibetan rug field. Three exciting new releases, all nod to designers moving from the shadows of grey to available in standard rug sizes through over-size make a lasting statement with color. Of 70% Tibetan 13x18 and in limitless custom options, include wool and 30% silk. Armand VN Red, where the beauty of bold color and Company Statement: dramatic scale are balanced with the soft hand of Ta marian has become the leading importer of Tibetan Tamarian’s unique VN quality. This 50% Chinese silk rugs in the United States by combining a rich and

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diverse product array with unparalleled service. Tibetan rug in a royal array of teal blues and taupes. Tamarian continues to grow through expanding The trellis design is illuminated by the gradient field design collections, unique marketing tools, innovative beneath, creating a piece that is an elegant comple- design technology and an unwavering commitment to ment to the contemporary home. Sizes range from 2x3 offering clients the absolute best experience in the to 10x14; also available in 8’ and 10’ runners. In addi- business. Over the years, Tamarian has nurtured a tion, the firm will continue to feature the ever popular strong partnership with Nepal with the philosophy of 100-count Wrought Iron Walnut, a stunning Tibetan preserving the timeless traditions of Tibetan rug mak- rug inspired by the beautiful ornamental ironwork ing while protecting the natural and human resources gracing the streets of Paris. The large-scale design is that are the heart and soul of the business. illuminated with copper and burgundy gradients over Dealer Support Materials: a warm walnut field. Recent updates to the Tamarian website have expand- Company Statement: ed search options for our extensive stocked inventory, Creative, distinctive designs, vivid color palettes and improvements to online account management tools, attractive pricing that f ill a unique niche in the con- and updates to the online interactive custom coloring temporary American market. Winner of seven engine. Printed Catalog, Brochures, Direct Postcard America’s Magnificent Carpets Awards over five Mailers, Email Blasts, 1200 Color Pom Box, years: 1999, 2004, 2005, 2010, and 2011. Advanced Custom Rendering Package with Color Dealer Support Materials: Yarns, Online Photo/Media Access and Full Online Informative Website; Brochure with Designs/Sizes Inventory, Status Updates, and Customer Statements. Updated Annually; Office/Warehouse Open 6 Days Every Tamarian rug features a “QR CODE” label that Per Week; and Rapid, Responsive Shipping. directly links to imagery and real-time inventory information using a free app of the user’s choice.

New From TIBET RUG COMPANY TIBET RUG: 5-Temp Dharma (Red) Firm’s Market Highlights: v Originating in Kathmandu, Nepal, Tibet Rug Company offers hand-knotted rugs woven of lustrous hand-carded, hand-spun Tibetan wool. The firm is now offering a stunning new line of soumaks. These exquisite, handmade rugs are woven in traditional Suzani and Kazak designs with New Zealand wool. Vibrant colors combined with subtle abrash create a look and feel that pleases the contemporary eye while Also Featured From honoring tradition. Programmed in sizes from 2x3o t TIBET RUG 10x14 and in 3x10 runners. Custom sizing available. Suzani 13 v Also to be shown at NORS ‘18 is the new 100- count Garden Lattice Teal, an art nouveau inspired

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John Portman Blvd. entrance

phones stairs

wheelchair registration lift

NOURISON 1-L-1

elevators registration escalators

HD HOME

to Peachtree St. FIRST LOOK FIRST

restrooms

to Peachtree St., b MARTA Rapid Transit Station and Hotel Indigo

meeting coat check room FIRST FLOOR As Of 11/27/17

Nourison...... 1-L-1

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KARASTAN CENTRAL 3-A-1 NOURISON SMYRNA TRADING ORIENTAL RUGS/ DYNAMIC RUGS 3-F-9 3-F-3 NATCO 3-A-11 3-A-7

restrooms stairs CORRIDOR F stairs CORRIDOR A B 3-E-1 E elevators

stairs NOURISON ORIENTAL WEAVERS

3-E-3 3-F-2 escalators 3-A-2 CORRIDOR CORRIDOR

stairs stairs CORRIDOR C

SHALOM 3-D-8 D NOA 3-E-5 restrooms KALEEN RADICI LIVING 3-C-9 3-C-3 3-C-1 CAPEL CORRIDOR PASARGAD 3-C-15 3-D-10 stairs stairs

3-D-14 Anadol Rug Company...... 3-D-22 Bokara Rug Co...... 3-D-7 3-E-9 BOKARA 3-D-16 Capel Rugs...... 3-C-15 3-D-7 Central Oriental Rugs...... 3-A-7 ORIENTAL ORIENTALIST TRIMMINGS HOME THE RUG COLLECTION Chaman Antique Rugs...... 3-D-13 3-E-13 3-D-18 3-D-11 Dynamic Rugs ...... 3-A-11 THE RUG CHAMAN COLLECTION ANTIQUE RUGS Kaleen Inc...... 3-C-9 E NEMAN 3-D-20 D 3-D-13

Karastan Rugs ...... 3-A-1 3-E-15 Louis De Poortere...... 3-E-1 ANADOL 3-D-22 NATCO Products Corp ...... 3-A-7 CORRIDOR CORRIDOR Neman International Inc...... 3-E-15 escalators NOA Living...... 3-C-1 3-E-19 Nourison ...... 3-F-2|3-F-9

elevators Orientalist Home...... 3-D-18 Oriental Trimmings USA, Inc...... 3-E-13

stairs Oriental Weavers of America ...... 3-A-2 restrooms Pasargad Carpets, Inc...... 3-D-10 Radici USA, Inc...... 3-C-3 Shalom Brothers, Inc...... 3-D-8 Smyrna Trading...... 3-F-3

THIRD FLOOR The Rug Collection...... 3-D-11|3-D-20 As Of 11/27/17

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MUSEUM OF INTRODUCTIONS (MOI) L.R. RESOURCES 4-B-1 4-F-9

restrooms stairs

CORRIDOR F CORRIDOR A

B

stairs

E

elevators

LOLOI CORRIDOR 4-E-1 LOLOI STYLECRAFT

4-D-2 escalators 4-A-2 stairs

CORRIDOR stairs

CORRIDOR D stairs CORRIDOR C

CARAVAN restrooms RUG CORP. CARAVAN RUG LIBERTY ORIENTAL RUGS KAS MOMENI 4-E-3 CORP. 4-D-1 4-C-5 4-B-2 4-G-1

stairs stairs F.J. KASHANIAN 4-G-4 4-E-6

4-G-3 seminar room

4-E-8 Caravan...... 4-E-3|4-G-1

E 4-G-9

G

F.J. Kashanian Rug Corp...... 4-G-4 KALATY KALATY KASHEE 4-G-14 French Accents Rugs & Tapestries.....4-E-16

BROTHERS 4-G-11 CORRIDOR 4-E-12 CORRIDOR Kalaty Rug Corporation...... 4-G-11|4-G-14 KAS Rugs, Inc...... 4-C-5 Kashee & Sons Inc...... 4-E-12

FRENCH L.R. Resources...... 4-F-9 ACCENTS 4-E-16 escalators Liberty Oriental Rugs...... 4-D-1 Loloi, Inc...... 4-D-2|4-E-1 elevators Momeni, Inc...... 4-B-2 Museum of Introductions (MOI)...... 4-B-1 stairs restrooms Stylecraft Home Collection, Inc...... 4-A-2

CARAVAN RUG CORP. 4-E-3; G-1 L.R. RESOURCES

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BASHIAN HOME ACCENTS JAUNTY DEVGIRI EXPORTS 5-F-9 ALLIANCE 5-F-1 5-A-1 5-F-5

restrooms

CORRIDOR F stairs CORRIDOR A stairs

5-F-6 CREATIVE TOUCH elevators B

5-F-2 E

SAFAVIEH stairs 5-E-1 5-A-2 escalators

AMER RUGS CORRIDOR CORRIDOR 5-D-2 stairs CORRIDOR D stairs CORRIDOR C

restrooms G

M.A. HAROUNIAN RUGS SAFAVIEH LIGHTING & 5-D-5 5-D-1 TRADING 5-C-5 5-C-1 DECOR LOUNGE 5-E-3 5-B-1 CORRIDOR

stairs stairs AREA RUG TEMPORARIES 5-D-7 GALAXY HOME 5-E-6 5-G-5 Abdo Mostafa Rugs...... 5-Temp Amer Rugs Inc...... 5-D-2

5-G-7 Bashian...... 5-F-9 5-E-10 Creative Touch ...... 5-F-2 Devgiri Exports, LLC...... 5-A-1 E Galaxy Home...... 5-E-6 Harounian Rugs International ...... 5-C-5

5-E-14 CORRIDOR Home Accents Alliance Inc...... 5-F-5 Jade Industries ...... 5-Temp Jaunty Company, Inc...... 5-F-1 escalators elevators Lighting & Decor Lounge...... 5-B-1 M.A. Trading ...... 5-E-3

stairs AMER RUGS Merrifield5-D-2 Oriental RugsHOME ...... 5-Temp ACCENTS ALLIANCE 5-F-5 restrooms BASHIAN Rug Top5-F-9 LLC...... 5-Temp.JAUNTY 5-F-1 CREATIVE TOUCH 5-F-2 LIGHTING & DECOR LOUNGE D Safavieh Carpets ...... 5-A-2, 5-C-1 Tibet Rug Company ...... 5-Temp

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NEW VIEW GIFTS ORIAN GOLDEN OLDIES LIFETIME BRANDS 6-F-9 6-F-1 6-A-1 6-A-5

restrooms stairs CORRIDOR F CORRIDOR A stairs

GOLDEN OLDIES E

DIMOND HOME/ elevators 6-A-2 DIMOND LIGHTING/ LAMP STERLING/ GUILD MASTER/ stairs

WORKS escalators MIRROR MASTERS/ 6-E-1 LAMP WORKS CORRIDOR 6-D-2 RIZZY HOME 6-C-8

stairs CORRIDOR D stairs CORRIDOR C

STERLING/ restrooms COURISTAN LS-DIMOND HOME/ DALYN RUG CO. RIZZY HOME UNITED WEAVERS 6-D-11 GUILD MASTER 6-C-5 6-C-3 MET 6-C-1 6-D-1 COLORS 6-E-3 G

stairs LINON HOME stairs DÉCOR PRODUCTS DAVID 6-G-2 ALLEN CORRIDOR ACCESSO- Bungalow Flooring ...... 6-E-10 RIES MARK FELDSTEIN & Couristan, Inc...... 6-D-11 6-E-6 ASSOCIATES, INC. The Market Club 6-G-6 6-G-5 Dalyn Rug Company...... 6-C-5

BUNGALOW David Allen Accessories...... 6-E-6 6-E-10 MET COLORS Diamond Home ...... 6-D-2 6-G-8 Diamond Lighting ...... 6-D-2 E G

Golden Oldies, Ltd...... 6-A-1, 2 Guild Master...... 6-D-1 CORRIDOR TAMARIAN CORRIDOR Lamp Works...... 6-D-2, 6-E-1 6-E-18 Lifetime Brands...... 6-A-5 BUNGALOW FLOORING Light Garden,6-E-10 The ...... 6-D-1LINON HOME DÉCOR PRODUCTS 6-G-2 COURISTAN, INC. Linon Home6-D-11 Decor MARKProducts...... 6-G-2 FELDSTEIN & ASSOCIATES, INC. 6-G-6 DALYN RUG CO. 6-C-5 MET COLORS 6-E-3; G-8 escalators elevators DAVID ALLEN ACCESSORIESMark Feldstein 6-E-6 & Assoc.MIRROR Inc. MASTERS ...... 6-G-6 6-D-2 DIMOND HOME Met Colors...... 6-E-3,6-D-1, 2 NEW VIEW GIFTS G-8 6-F-9 DIMOND LIGHTING 6-D-2 ORIAN 6-F-1 stairs GOLDEN OLDIES Mirror Masters...... 6-D-26-A-1, 2 RIZZY HOME 6-C-3, 8 GUILD MASTER New View6-D-1, Gifts...... 6-F-9 2 STERLING 6-D-1, 2 L T

Orian Rugs, Inc...... 6-F-1 Rizzy Home...... 6-C-3, 8 Sterling, LS-Dimond, Guild Master.....6-D-2

Tamarian Carpets ...... 6-E-18 SIXTH FLOOR United Weavers...... 6-C-1 As Of 11/27/17

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K B restrooms SEVENTH stairs stairs L C FLOOR M elevators D Eliko Antique & escalators Decorative Rugs N E

O F 7-E-7 Temp

stairs stairs P G restrooms Q café H stairs stairs

S

BASSETT MIRROR COMPANY SURYA 11-F-11 11-A-1

restrooms ELEVENTH CORRIDOR F stairs CORRIDOR A stairs

VINTAGE A & B HOME GROUP FLOOR PRINT ZUO 11-A-10 GALLERY 11-F-2 elevators PATRICK PATRICK

11-F-6 B ZUO Surya CHARLES, 11-A-2 CHARLES,

11-E-1 E BLUE OCEAN TRADERS 11-A-4 escalators stairs 11-A-1 e CORRIDOR BRAMBLE/STEVEN SHELL CORRIDOR 11-E-2A KAMMY & CO. FACE TO FACE FACE TO FACE

11-D-2 11-C-8 DESIGNS, stairs stairs CORRIDOR C MIXTURE 11-E-3 b CORRIDOR D restrooms ZENTIQUE 11-C-7 STREAMLINE ART A&B HOME GROUP MILLS 11-C-9 11-C-3 11-B-1 HOWARD ELLIOTT FLORAL & HOME COLLECTION 11-E-4 11-E-3A stairs stairs G

PASHA HOME FASHIONS OR CAMILLA 11 E 5 D H

P

JAIPUR LIVING ELEGANT GO HOME B 12-F-9 FURNITURE 12-A-1 12-B-1 & LIGHTING 12-A-9 12-F-3 CO. & CURIA TWELFTH restrooms stairs

CORRIDOR F CORRIDOR A FLOOR

SOUTH AFRICA’S stairs PROPAC IMAGES ARTISTIC LIFESTYLE HUB Jaipur Living CLASSIC HOME/ PORCELAIN 12-B-3 B E 12-A-2 elevators

VILLA HOME COLLECTION 12-A-10 BANYAN 12-D-2 12-F-9 DESIGNS stairs 12-E-1 PARAGON LAURA CORRIDOR CORRIDOR 12-A-8 LEE DESIGNS ASPEN LIGHTS 12-B-8 12-B-5 s BANYAN stairs CORRIDOR D stairs DESIGNS CORRIDOR C stairs 12-E-1

restrooms

A MERCANA FURNITURE URBAN TRENDS EPIC HOME BELLA CLASSIC HOME/ & DÉCOR LTD. COLLECTION 12-B-6 FIORE/ VILLA HOME COLLECTION 12-C-9 12-C-5 BIMA 12-D-1 12-E-4

stairs stairs KEVIN G SONG 12 E 6 R

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LIST OF RUG EXHIBITORS

Abdo Mostafa Rugs...... 5-Temp KAS Rugs, Inc...... 4-C5 Amer Rugs Inc...... 5-D2 Kashee & Sons Inc...... 4-E12 Anadol Rug Company ...... 3-D22 L.R. Resources...... 4-F9 Bashian ...... 5-F9 Liberty Oriental Rugs ...... 4-D1 Bokara Rug Co...... 3-D7 Lin on Home Decor Products...... 6-G-2 Bungalow Flooring ...... 6-E-10 Loloi, Inc...... 4-D2|4-E1 Capel Rugs ...... 3-C15 Louis De Poortere ...... 3-E1 Caravan...... 4-E3|4-G1 Merrifield Orienta Rugs...... 5-Temp Central Oriental Rugs ...... 3-A7 Momeni, Inc...... 4-B4 Chaman Antique Rugs ...... 3-D13 Museum of Introductions (MOI) ...... 4-B1 Couristan, Inc...... 6-D11 NATCO Products Corp ...... 3-A7 Creative Touch...... 5-F2 Neman International Inc...... 3-E15 Dalyn Rug Company...... 6-C5 NOA Living...... 3-C1 David Allen Accessories ...... 6-E6 Nourison ...... 1-L1|3-F2|3-F9 Devgiri Exports, LLC ...... 5-A1 Orian Rugs, Inc...... 6-F1 Diamond Home...... 6-D2 Oriental Weavers of America...... 3-A2 Dynamic Rugs...... 3-A11 Orientalist Home...... 3-D18 Eliko ...... 2-A17 Temp, 7-E7 Temp Pasargad Carpets, Inc...... 3-D10 F.J. Kashanian R ug Corp...... 4-G4 Radici USA, Inc...... 3-C3 French Accents Rugs & Tapestries ...... 4-E16 Rizzy Home...... 6-C8 Galaxy Home...... 5-E6 Rug Top LLC...... 5-Temp Golden Oldies, Ltd...... 6-A1 6A2 Safavieh Carpets ...... 5-A2|5-C1 Guild Master ...... 6-D1 Shalom Brothers, Inc...... 3-D8 Harounian Rugs International ...... 5-C5 Smyrna Trading ...... 3-F3 Home Accents Alliance Inc...... 5-F5 Stylecraft Home Collection, Inc...... 4-A2 Jade Industries ...... 5-Temp Surya ...... 11-A1 Jaipur Living...... 12-F9 Tamarian Carpets...... 6-E18 Jaunty Company, Inc...... 5-F1 The Rug Collection...... 3-D11|3-D20 Kalaty Rug Corporation...... 4-G11|4-G14 Tibet Rug Company...... 5-Temp Kaleen Inc...... 3-C9 United Weavers ...... 6-C1 Karastan Rugs ...... 3-A1

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