Design Journal

It has been said that “art must be an expression of love or it is nothing.”  As humans we express ourselves in many ways, from the clothes we wear, to the way we speak and the objects we surround ourselves with.  Our home and how we furnish it is the ultimate in expression.  It clearly […]

One of the first questions new clients ask when they visit Mercato Interiors is what is the difference between the various styles and which style suits me best?  At Mercato Interiors we carry the two most popular styles in the industry today, which is transitional and contemporary-modern.   Big, bulky, dark traditional furniture was once super-popular […]

If you're like me, I can walk into a room, look around and instantly know that something is missing. All the components of design are there such as color, furniture, and accessory items, but the entire room just feels a little flat. What's missing? Texture!   For what ever reason, texture seems to sometimes be […]

It is customary during this time of the year to give thanks to all those who have brought joy to our lives as well as those who have stepped forward to serve our community and our nation, especially in trying times such as these.  Those that serve in 2020 seem to shine even brighter.  One […]

Going out for dinner and a movie can be fun, but sometimes it can be a hassle.  We have all experienced driving in circles looking for parking, long-lines, poor seats, stale popcorn, and the inevitable loud talker can sometimes dampen the entire evening.  The solution is to bring the theater to you!   Take that small […]

Rome was once considered to be one of the leading cities in the entire world and of all of Rome’s contributions to the modern world, architecture is believed by many historians and scholars to be the most significant.   One of the most stunning architectural achievements of the ancient world is by far the Colosseum built […]

Nelson bed by Cattelan Italia makes a fantastic central focal point in any contemporary bedroom.  It portrays chic and fresh elements of wood and leather with a minimalistic design that fits in well with other modern furnishings while still standing on its own in style. Designed by Andrea Lucatello for Cattelan Italia and manufactured in […]

There are few pieces of furniture that garners more attention than your dining room table, especially during holidays and special events. It is where family and friends will gather around for hours over dinner, drinks and fun conversation. Your dining room table should be more than just a structure that supports dishes and plates, it […]

Estro Milano designed the Manhattan Armless Sofa with the gathering of friends and family in mind.  As the name ‘Manhattan’ suggests, the sofa is designed to bring people of all types together in a stylish and fun social setting.  The arms of the sofa can be folded down to create additional seating surfaces, creating an […]

Everyone at some point has had friends or family stay overnight, and everyone knows just how much fun they could be.  Unless of course you are the houseguest who is forced to sleep on an old or cheaply made pull-out sofa bed.  Then ‘fun’ takes on a whole new meaning! The best way to show […]