The fabric and trim industry is booming. With pattern choices alone ranging from tweed, texture, stripes, squares, solid, circles, diamonds, frame, leaves, scroll to floral the possibilities are endless. Using fabric and trim is an easy and inexpensive way to bring together all of the basics of your room. You could incorporate a pop of color and give your room just the right touch of drama. Combining patterns, styles and different textures can be incorporated through a simple fabric change or addition in everything from window treatments, accessories and furniture.

Spring is the perfect season to bring life back into your home interior.  Pillows add color, pattern and texture to a room. They soften the hard edges of furniture and create a more inviting space. They can be very elegant, simple or fun. Another fun idea is to use a unique fabric on a footstool or even a side, hallway or console table.

Upholstered headboards inspires beauty in the bedroom and is one of 2012′s hottest design trends. Designers are using all kinds of fabrics and textures and are implementing classic designs with unique trim or studs.

Fabric and trim are used often to reupholster that old comfy chair that has been in the family for years. Maybe it’s a piece that has been inherited from your mother, grandmother or favorite aunt. It can be very satisfying to restore an old piece that is part of your family history. Keep in mind, vertical stripes add height, horizontal stripes add width or length to your room. Bold patterned fabric make an area appear smaller, while smaller designs create a spacious look. Bold designs and colors are welcoming.

Whatever you decide to use your new fabric on, have fun, get creative and enjoy!

We are so excited to announce our brand new Quarterly Drawing! We are going to be awarding $250.00 worth of any in stock fabrics or trims or $250.00 towards any purchase from Ambrose Furniture Works!!!!! The drawing will be held July 1, 2012. Be sure to visit our website or send us an e-mail with your name, phone number and e-mail address with ‘July 1st Drawing’ in the subject line. BEST OF LUCK!!!

A traditional style of design is ageless and reflects ‘a time gone by’. With a traditional interior space you will find heavier furniture, symmetrical arrangements with a good sense of proportion. Our interior design experts will tell you, it’s the best way to develop order and elegance without losing comfort. Add in a southern touch an suddenly you’ve created a gracious invitation.

Decoration with a Traditional Southern sense emphasizes comfort, hospitality and warmth with a respect and reverence of our past.

Every good Traditional Southern designed home should have all forms of American furniture, especially in the dining room. Something wicker is a must. Wicker furniture was originally created in response to Southern climate, now it is used to keep formal rooms from being to formal. Take time to ask for design consultation before picking out that big comfy chair or sumptuous wing chair. Look for the perfect chandelier, banquettes, daybeds and large useful coffee tables.

Capturing the right colors will set the tone and mood. In wood finishes, traditional cherry and mahogany dominate. Your decor should include antique white, cream, navy blue, deft blue, gray, peach, rose, tan, brick red, gold and billiard green. For the walls, many paint manufacturers offer historic paint collections that make matching these color palettes very easy.

Traditional doesn’t have to mean dull, aged, formal or fussy. You can make your old new again. You can update a classic heirloom to fit your current lifestyle. Consider reupholstering your heirloom sofa or chair with a beautiful new fabric. A good designer can even add wood elements or embellishments.

Get inspired and let your history shine through in your Traditional Southern decor.

Visit our 22,000 sq. foot showroom, contact us through our website or pick up the phone and give us a call! Our interior design experts will give you the advice you need to make your design inspirations come to life!

Interior Designs Hot New Color for 2012

The hot new color for 2012 is already showing up in both fashion and interior design collections. Move over Honeysuckle Pink, Tangerine Tango a “striking” combination of red and orange, was chosen as the defining shade for 2012 by the Pantone Color Institute. This vibrant reddish orange shade will make a splash, inspiring modern home design, runway fashions and even on the street!

Annually Pantone Color Institute forecasts the color for the upcoming year based on socio-economic and global influences related to art, music, film and interior design. Tangerine Tango has been described as “vivacious” and “enticing”. Choosing this bold, uplifting shade will create a sophisticated, inviting interior.

Many may think it’s to bold of a color, Tangerine can easily coordinate with other colors or can be introduced as that “pop” of color intermixing even when it comes to classic style.

Tangerine Tango is an optimistic, welcoming color – full of energy and will give any room ‘personality’. There are many shades, some more bold then others. You can use colors like Khaki, Caramel, Cream, Brown or Black to soften the intensity, or use different shades of Tangerine in the same room paired with neutral colors like white to get a crisp, fresh look.

If you would rather not incorporate wall color, choose using accents like pillows, bedspreads and tabletop accessories. You’ll be happy to know that there are many ‘things for the home‘ in this infectious color. Whether you decide to incorporate an interesting wall covering, have furniture or home accents in this beautiful color - you will be creating a trendy and modern home or office space.

Visit our 22,000 sq. foot showroom, contact us through our website or pick up the phone and give us a call! Our interior design experts will give you the advice you need to make your design inspirations come to life!

When Quality Matters…

We are very excited to announce our brand new line – Wesley Hall!

For over 20 years they have produced impeccable products in Hickory, North Carolina. They have an unwavering commitment to providing excellent service, quality, fashion and value.  They are family owned and have upheld their time honored tradition of hands-on involvement.

Their pieces are constructed with hardwood frames and use eight-way hand tied seating for a timeless feel.

We absolutely love the new pieces that have just arrived. They are the ‘new traditional’, introducing fresh colors and textures on traditional pieces,  makes this collection look updated.

Wesley Hall sofa - Simple classic lines in a casual tweed herringbone pattern with fun accent pillows, make this an easy addition to any family room.

Wesley Hall Chairs – Large whimsical patterns turn these wing chairs into something much more lighthearted. Notice the scalloped nail head trim on the base of the chair.

Wesley Hall Settee – Airy and light… perfect for a casual entry seating area or in a bedroom.

Wesley Hall Chairs – The Merlot leather on these tufted club chairs is absolutely gorgeous.

Wesley Hall Ottoman – Stamped leather ottoman, an unexpected touch.

Stop by and visit our 20,000 sq. ft. showroom and get inspired! Leave us a comment! We want to hear from you!

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New Fabric & Color Trends

New spring color trends from Norwalk Furniture are all about re-energizing and recharging.

Click on the links below to watch and learn about the season’s freshest fabrics!

Ambrose Furniture Works is proud to be an exclusive retailer for Norwalk Furniture and designer Candice Olson.

Stop by and visit our design experts. Whether you’re looking for a fresh new look for your home with new fabrics, re-upholstery, custom designed mirrors or maybe a custom designed headboard to give your bedroom a beautiful new look, Ambrose Furniture Works has the experts that can give you the advice you need. Our 20,000 ft. showroom is filled with gorgeous pieces to inspire you!

One of our favorite things to do is to turn that old, tired, but very loved piece of furniture into something beautiful, fresh and current.

When Quality Matters…

Kravet Introduces Couture Collection: Modern Colors

New York, February 21, 2011- Kravet announced Monday the introduction of a new collection from its upscale line of couture quality fabrics. The collection, called Modern Colors, is made up of bold, sophisticated fabrics with a modern twist.

Available in a range of bright, fresh colors and patterns, these fabrics are perfect for any interior décor style. The collection mixes embroidery, silks, velvets, leathers, linens and textures in modern hues of purple, aqua, chartreuse and coral.

Kravet Couture fabrics, inspired by the designs and styles of the haute couture fashion houses, translate the world’s most luxurious fabrics and textures into upholstery, drapery, bed coverings, accessories, pillows, headboards and more.

The Modern Colors collection is the latest example of the quality and craftsmanship of Kravet Couture fabrics. The collection is now available through Ambrose Furniture Works, an exclusive dealer in Kravet.

About Kravet
Established in 1918, the Kravet family’s commitment to innovation has helped the company transform from a small fabric house to a global leader in home furnishings, representing brands and designers from all over the world. Kravet is the industry leader in to the trade home furnishings, including furniture, fabrics, wall coverings, trimmings, carpets and accessories. With locations in North America and worldwide, Kravet offers the highest level of quality products and customer service. Kravet product offerings range in style from traditional to contemporary with the highest commitment to customer satisfaction.

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Norwalk Furniture was founded in 1902. With one-of-a-kind designs, each piece of furniture is custom made and hand-built in the U.S.A. Beautiful looks, rich fabrics, soft leathers and deep comfort, that’s Norwalk!

We recently had the opportunity to visit the factory and meet up with Candice Olson who has partnered with Norwalk Furniture to create Candice Olson Designs. Wow, we were totally blown away by the hard work, time and attention to every detail the individuals who make the furniture put in. This explains the gorgeous craftsmanship on the finished pieces!

Okay, now for what you’ve been waiting for:

Fall Color Trends -

1. Color block:  “Bright neon and candy colors are mixed with ghost white or midnight black for a crisp simplicity and witty punch.

2. Wild @ Heart: “A happy poetic and zany modern mix!  A dash of peony pink and spring green peppered with a healthy dose of romance, femininity and fantasy.”

3. Global Hues:  “World-wise, exotic, and collected, but grounded with European textures of linen and velvet, Global Hues combines the sophisticated warming tones of plum, violet, raisin, and raspberry.”

4. Indigo Vibe:  “An unexpected mix of blues ranging from royal to sapphire and accented with the crispness of snow.  Silver metals, pearlized leathers, and energetic mix of patterns, and white wood finishes all contribute to this timeless aesthetic.”

5. Dots & Dashes: “With roots in menswear, this trend retains a decidedly urban edge with its fun metal, graphite and slate grey color base, gets its energy from a liberal punch of citron and Anjou.”

Visit our 20,000 sq. foot showroom, contact us through our website or pick up the phone and give us a call! Our interior design experts will give you the advice you need to make your design inspirations come to life!

When Quality Matters…

Ambrose Furniture Works is an exclusive retailer of Candice Olson’s Design. For those of you who do not know who Candice Olson is, she can be seen as the host and designer on HGTV’s Devine Design and as a judge on HGTV’s Design Star. She has been featured on the Today show, Live! With Regis and Kelly, The View and The Oprah Winfrey Show.

Candice’s signature style is one she describes as “a fusion of traditional form, scale and proportions, with the clean, crisp, simplistic beauty of modern design.”

Candice Olson partnered with Norwalk Furniture in 2005 and after months of design and development launched her timeless collection! Ever since the perfect match began they continue to prove that “great design is in the details”.

We are proud to be an exclusive retailer of Candice Olson’s Norwalk Furniture Design collection!

Our very own Design Expert, Josh spent a week with Candice at the Candice Olson Design center and has been very excited about the brand new line and Fall Color Trends that will be hitting the showroom floor. We hope you enjoy the photos and get inspired!!

Stop by, visit our website or give us a call for your interior design questions! We’ll be happy to hear from you!

Style your home to impress easily by adapting some of these up-to-date fashion trends.

Old is New! Vintage designed rooms are definitely “in” again. You can get new upholstery for the old strong chair and recliner frames from the 1950′s, and you’ll end up right back in style.

You may have noticed how many more metal wall pieces are being applied inside and on the exteriors of homes. More people are willing to purchase these modern metal pieces because they are easy to remove and be re-installed if a home owner moves.

Picking the right light fixture can make or break the look of your room. Lighting fixtures can play a major part in setting up the theme for your room and hanging lamps are the latest fashion to update your look.

Introduce playful colors such as orange, lime green, red and coffee brown for outdoor furniture and decor. Indoors, pops of color add a whole new dimension and can tie a room together, but a neutral color palette can give a sophisticated and classy appearance to the house.

Announcing – Ambrose Furniture Works Annual Fall Sale!