Important Links

The links below are for those manufacturers which have comprehensive websites. We offer it so that you can reach them, or at least a store in your area that carries the line in question, for answers and assistance now that we're gone. We make no claim as to any information on these sites, and we offer this tool only as a convenience for you in the hopes it might point you in the direction you are searching.

Enjoy.

Lite-Source : If you bought a light from us since our opening day chances are Lite-Source was the supplier. This company designs and imports lights that have started more home-furnishing trends than I can remember. Think of any TV series, late-night show, movie or cable program, and chances are a Lite-source light has been in the scene. Affordable contemporary (and classic) starts here.

Carter : Pam and I have said for years that the thing that put us on the map our first summer was the Carter Furniture chair-and-a-half we put in the window for our opening day. It took some guts, but when you open your doors and the first thing you show is an oversized chair in a fabric called "Banana Boat", well, you're either nuts or about to hit it big time. Sadly Banana Boat is no more, but Carter remained our number one upholstery supplier for our entire 17 years and if you have a sofa, loveseat chair or ottoman from us it is almost certain Carter made it.

BDI : Another of our "legacy lines". BDI sets the industry standard for engineering, design and integrity. With furniture pieces that are unique, functional and great looking (a seriously hard blend to pull off well) BDI will knock your socks off with their choice of Home Theater, Mirrors, Tables and Shelves and assorted accessory items.

Amisco : What can we say... Amisco has been doing it better than anyone else for longer than any of us can remember. With more than 10 metal finishes, 30 fabrics and 7 wood stains, the possibilities are virtually limitless for your bedroom, dining room, pub sets or accent chairs. Like many of our manufacturers, this is an in-house vendor... they design it, engineer it, create it and ship it which allows creative control, quality control and above all a level of service you will rarely find anymore.

Sitcom : Some lines are so hard to say good-bye to. In the case of Sitcom it is especially hard since they started at virtually the same moment we did, and we sort-of grew up together in the industry. Thankfully Sitcom has thrived and gone on to become one of the most sought after lines in the country for contemporary furniture stores. One look at their website and you'll find yourself saying "Oh, that's who makes that... I LOVE that bedroom / dining room / office, etc" (ok, you won't really say "etc" but you know what I mean...). Wow, we're gonna miss seeing what they come up with next...

Ekornes : We started carrying Ekornes about 12 years ago and it was a decision we still count as one of the best we ever made. If you haven't tried an Ekornes Stressless chair or sofa (or loveseat or ottoman or table or, well, you get the point) you are missing one of the great joys in home furnishings.

Elite : It's not often we use words like elegant, beautiful, timeless - but when you're describing designs from Elite those are the only words to use (well, them and words like "WOW" and "affordable" and "gee that would look awesome in our house" - no wait, that one was 8 words... oh well). If for no other reason than to see some of the most beautiful product shots ever taken, go to Elite's website and just sit on their home page for a few minutes...

Calligaris : This Italian manufacturer came onto the scene at Abizak's around 1999 and created a whole new feeling on the floor. They made their mark in America with the Enterprise table - a dining table with an ingeniously simple self-storing leaf - but they also offer hundreds of beautifully crafted designs as well. Their unique approach to design - the Italian flair for unusual yet highly functional home furnishings - will leave you amazed.

American Leather : When you start as small as we did you dream of having the type of showroom that can carry the likes of an American Leather. One of the truly great American manufacturers, this line believes in fashion, performance and innovation - and just a few minutes relaxing in the comfort of their top-grain leathers will tell you all you need to know (of course their website can fill in the blanks in the meantime and is really worth a visit).

Contemporary Home : This is more a conglomeration of great lines and looks than one particular vendor, but we feel it is such a strong resource that we want you to know it's out there. Use this site to discover what some of America's top contemporary stores have to offer and then use their Find A Store feature to locate your nearest dealer.

Axi - Furniture Graphics : Looking for the funky colorful fish we carried (as well as some of our most popular prints and sculptures)? Here they are! (A little warning... these guys are artists, not website developers, and their site is not very, uhm, how can I say this... exciting - especially compared to their product. Please bear in mind they're awesome at what they do best - create and manufacturer the coolest sculpture in North America - and this IS the company you're looking for.)

Artisan House : Speaking of awesome sculpture...

Nova Lighting : Simplicity, functionality and affordability are the earmarks of this incredible lighting line. We only carried them our last year or so, but they really made an great impression with their ability to couple award-winning styles with every-day pricing.