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FULL COORDINATION
Michael Marks, of Capel Rugs, an AmericasMart exhibitor since the early 1970s agrees that “Atlanta is a great rug market.” The company recently moved to the third floor, wanting to be closer
to its competitors. “There is a synergy and community showing near other rug suppliers. Whether designers or retailers are looking for classic, transitional or contemporary styles, or the fast-growing niche of outdoor rugs, they’ll find it here,” says Marks. “An area rug can change the direction of a room, making it a popular home accessory in today’s economy.” And a good complement to other
home furnishings.
Showing amidst rug and home furnishing showrooms makes rugs less intimidating and more accessible, says Andrew Peykar, vice-president of Operations for Nourison, a leader in the rug market, with a large showroom on Floor 3. Displays such as his compact Rug Boutique helps place rugs in non-traditional rug stores. Diversification is a benefit to everyone, he says.
Key is for buyers to be able to source complete collections conveniently, which is simple at AmericasMart in Building 1, Floors 3-6.
For more information:
Capel Rugs – 404.577.4320, capel.net; ELK – 800.613.3261x312;
Loloi Rugs – 404.220.2616, loloirugs.com; Nourison – 201.368.6900, nourison.com
Images courtesy of Capel Rugs, Dimond Home, Loloi Rugs, Nourison
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