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W SHOPPING FURNITURE 14 | Fannie Hillman + Associates ScanDesign hether you are a seasoned pro or just unearthing a hidden love for all things home décor, odds are you have noticed that furniture is key when it comes to designing a room. In fact, furniture may be the most important aspect of interior design and should be the first element for consideration. Fortunately, the greater Orlando area has a vast selection of stores with quality items varying from chic art deco interior pieces to custom outdoor dining sets. The furniture we choose to fill our rooms is an expression of our individual style. Some of us prefer the sleek sophistication of a Scandinavian interior, while others enjoy the comfort of a more traditional design. The pieces we select for our homes speak volumes about our personalities. Many look to Scan Design of Winter Park for quality contemporary furniture. Operating since 1969, with six spacious showrooms, Scan Design is now one of Southeast Florida's largest retailers, though their approach to the selection remains the same. Here, you'll find high- end Scandinavian furniture such as glass- top coffee tables and fine leather couches in bold shapes, as well as pop art from well-known artists like Patrick Nagel. Located in Southwest Orlando, Jati- Furniture is another excellent location for scouting both unique interior and exterior pieces. This family-owned and operated business has more than 20 years of experience gathering an admirable line of furniture and accessories made from raw, natural materials. For rustic living spaces, their unique teak root furniture sourced and hand-carved by Indonesian artisans add natural beauty to any room. In the Sunshine State, outdoor living is essential when it comes to home adornment . Be it an ideal front porch set, perfect for sipping on the morning cup of coffee, or a full outdoor-kitchen and bar area for dining al fresco, there are a lot of choices to make the most of our year-round warmth. Fireplace & Verandah, in the Holden Heights area of Orlando, is the perfect site for the finest products available in patio furnishings with a great collection of outdoor kitchen hardware and accessories to create a superb atmosphere to enjoy backyard gatherings. If your taste is worldly, perhaps Washborn Imports is the store for you. With two locations, one in Orlando and another in Sanford, Washborn offers an extensive and ever changing inventory with each piece made using reclaimed materials. Most of the pieces come from India and Southeast Asia and feature intricate detailing and carvings. For thirsty shoppers, each location includes an impeccably designed wine bar that opens at 5 o'clock. Before ending our tour we offer you furniture that comes with a great message. Organica Furniture is a small, family-owned business specializing in artistic, handmade furniture built with 100% upcycled wood reclaimed from the demolition of old houses and barns in Brazil. Organica combines style and sustainability to offer customers a wide variety of gorgeous and eco-friendly products. Regardless what style of furnishings you prefer, you are sure to find an abundance of choices to suit any taste in Winter Park and beyond. Jati-Furniture Jati-Furniture

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