This easy-to-use guide is separated into convenient categories to help you find the products, services and resources you need to help for your home and garden projects.
Antiques
Aesthetics & Antiques
3122 Magazine St., 895-7011
Owner: Pam Clark
Retro glassware, furniture, glass doorknob sets, fan pulls, antique glass ceiling light fixtures, art, New Orleans screensaver collection, Dixieland CD library, antique postcards, Depression glass, rare New Orleans items, ironwork, accessories and jewelry are among the inventory.
Bremermann Designs
3943 Magazine St., 891-7763; www.bremermanndesigns.com
Owner: Gerrie Bremermann
Interior design services are available, plus French antique furniture and accessories.
British Antiques
5415 Magazine St., 895-3716
Owner: Evon Powell
English, French and Oriental antiques here include lap desks, Staffordshire tea caddies, silver, Imari, Rose medallion, trumeau mirrors, French chandeliers and gifts.
Bush Antiques
2109 Magazine St., 581-3518; www.bushantiques.com
Owner: Allain Bush
Specializing in antique beds, Bush also offers religious artifacts, architectural elements, unusual furniture, ironwork, lighting and accessories.
Décor Splendide
145 W. Pine St., Suite E, Ponchatoula, (985) 370-0315
Owner: Margaret Richmond
Interior design services are available, as well as French, American and English antiques, home furnishings, vintage lamps, porcelain, throw pillows and accessories as well as custom-designed lamp shades.
La Belle Nouvelle Orleans
2112 Magazine St., 581-3733, www.labellenouvelleorleans.com
Owner: Fernando Promoslovsky
European antiques are the specialty, plus a large inventory of architectural items, lighting, bric-a-brac, doors, columns, wrought-iron railings and panels, consoles and more.
Lucullus Antiques
610 Chartres St., 528-9620; 107 N. Main St., Breaux Bridge, (337) 332-2625; www.lucullusantiques.com
Owner: Patrick Dunne
Culinary antiques from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries are the specialty, with offerings of objets d'art, furniture, prints, drawings, paintings, silver, dinner services, porcelain, pottery, crystal, cut and engraved glass, hand-blown glass, copper pots, armoires and dining sets.
M.S. Rau Antiques
630 Royal St., 523-5660 or (800) 544-9440; www.rauantiques.com
In business for 94 years, M.S. Rau is one of the largest and most respected antiques dealers in the world. The 25,000-square-foot gallery houses an extensive array of rare 18th and 19th century French, English and American furniture, clocks, cut-glass, silver, paintings, sculpture, decorative accessories and more.
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| Art glass chandelier with a Mediterranean patina finish from Lighting Inc. (3547 Hwy. 190, Pontchartrain Square, Mandeville, 985-727-9368). |
Mac Maison, Ltd
3963 Magazine St., 891-2863
Owner: Michael Carbine
A taste for fine home ornamentation thrives here with a showroom that boasts a large selection of antiques, lighting and architectural artifacts.
Magazine Antique Mall
3017 Magazine St., 896-9994
Boasting that it's the largest multi-dealer mall in the city, this store has more than 28 dealers offering antiques, vintage and collectible items including furniture, lighting, jewelry, silver, clocks, pottery, glassware, linens, books, religious and New Orleans collectibles and more.
Maison De Provence
3434 Magazine St., 895-2301; www.maisondeprovence.com
Owner: Terri Goldsmith
This direct importer offers 18th and 19th century French, Italian and Swedish antiques and accessories for the home.
Neophobia2855 Magazine St., 899-2444; www.neophobia-nola.com
Owners: Amanda Frank and Vic Loisel
For more than two years, Neophobia has offered funky and classic mid-century modern furniture and accessories.
Silk Road Collection
3714 Magazine St., 894-8540; www.silkroadcollection.com
Owners: Donald St. Pierre and Robert Turner
Authentic antique Chinese, Tibetan and Mongolian furniture from the Ming and Qing dynasties is available, including armoires, cabinets, altars, tables, chests, chaise lounges and home accessories as well as freshwater pearl jewelry from China.
Top Drawer Antiques
4310-4318 Magazine St., 897-1004; www.topdrawerantiques.net
Owners: Deborah and Aaron Jarabica
There is a wide range of American and French antique furniture, paintings, bronzes, lighting, rugs and decorative items.
Architects/Interior Designers/ Design Studios
Bell Architects
755 Camp St., 596-2355; www.bellarchitects.net
Owner: Michael J. Bel
This architectural firm specializes in the design of custom homes, major additions, townhomes and condominiums with a careful documentation of its architecture to facilitate construction.
Benjamin Taylor
300 Jefferson Hwy., Suite 805, 834-3222; www.benjamintaylor.com
Owner: Benjamin Taylor Sullivan
A full array of home services and goods are available, including interior design, home building, remodeling, renovation, cabinets and furniture.
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Erin Jacobs Design
By appointment, 236-6166; www.erinjacobsdesign.com
Owner: Erin Jacobs
Residential and commercial design services are the specialties, including design plan reports, project management and residential and commercial furniture.
Gayle Adams Design Associates
824 Elmwood Park Blvd. Suite 230, 733-3353; www.gayleadamsdesign.com
Owner: Gayle Adams
Gayle Adams comes to the design table with 20 years' experience in interior design.
Interiors by Decorating Den
324-6499; www.decoratingden.com
Owners: Maria and Aris Kyriakides
Priding themselves on their ability to stay within your budget, the designers will create a space that reflects your specific taste and lifestyle.
JoAnn Kostik Interior Designer LLC
346 Nursery Ave., 832-0522
Owner: Joann Kostik
JoAnn Kostik provides a full range of design services starting with construction and project coordination and ending with window, wall and floor coverings, furniture and accessories
Lee Ali Interiors
1800 Magazine St., 525-2747
Owner: Lee Ali
A full line of interior design services are available.
Peter Braswell Interiors
805 Hickory Ave., Harahan, 737-5363
Owner: Peter M. Braswell
In addition to interior design services, Peter Braswell offers a full range of home furnishings, carpet, drapery, wall covering and lighting.
Precision Interiors
3305 Metairie Road, Metairie, 831-1394
Owner: Zee Jackson
This shop, which specializes in kitchens, can help with all your interior design needs, including space planning, flooring and paint consultation.
Riverbend Interior Design LLC
912 Constantinople St., 897-2292; www.riverbendinteriordesign.com
Owner: Donna D. Lee
A full range of design services is available, from simple drapery to complete home remodels.
Architectural Items/ Building Supplies/ Construction & Homebuying Services
Al Andrieu Wholesale Doors
4441 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, 455-0099
Owner: Al Andrieu
Mahogany beveled-glass exterior doors are a specialty at this company, which also refinishes and installs doors.
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| Ceramic mask by Nashville artist Michelle Herbert at Art for the Soul (818 Howard Ave., Suite 101, 558-7770). |
Armadillo South Architectural Salvage
4801 Washington Ave., 4801 Washington Ave, 486-1150
Owner: Manning Ogden
Amazing finds including a large selection of stained glass windows, floor length sliphead windows, dormer windows and many more.
Bottom of the Map
4123 Idaho Ave., 559-8698
Owner: Josh Taranto
Fencing supplies and services are available.
Crescent City Construction Company of New Orleans
8814 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 18, Metairie, 712-1516
Owner: Tyler Malejko
Residential and commercial new construction and remodeling services are the specialties.
General Heating & A/C
3500 Monticello Ave., 488-0826
Owner: Pat Gambel
This company has provided air-conditioning and heating services since 1954.
The Green Project
2831 Marais St., 945-0240; www.thegreenproject.org
The nonprofit project warehouse provides recycled building materials including lumber, windows, paint, art supplies, gardening supplies and roofing at low prices.
Gulf Enterprises Inc.
4333 Washington Ave.; 901 Edwards Ave., Suite 100, Jefferson, 734-3254; www.gulfenterprises.com
Windows, doors, skylights and columns are the specialties.
The Habitat Restore
2830 Royal St., 943-2240; www.habitat-nola.org/restore/index.php
New and used building materials and home goods are for sale here at discount prices, with proceeds benefiting Habitat for Humanity.
Hollywood Door Company
1118 Central Ave., Metairie, 837-5711; www.hollywooddoor.com
Owner: Sam Croslain
An assortment of garage, carriage and standard doors are available as well as fireplaces and accessories, mantels in wood or stone, attic stairs and garage door openers.
Pontchartrain Contracting Services Inc.
310 Huey P. Long Ave., Suite D, Gretna, 366-8325; www.pontchartraincs.com
Owner: Lloyd H. Moreland
A source for varied home renovations, Pontchartrain is experienced in both indoor and outdoor building, installation and repair, renovations, additions, painting, window and door installation, custom kitchens and baths, custom trim and millwork, cabinetry and entertainment centers, handyman services, electrical and plumbing repairs and flooring.
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| Living the high life in a contemporary look from Hickory Furniture Mart, (800) 462-6278. |
Ricca's Architectural Sales
511 N. Solomon St., 488-5524 or 482-7337
Owners: Angela J. and Roland A. Ricca
For more than a half-century, Ricca's has offered cypress doors, windows, stained glass, antique hardware, cypress brackets, iron and other architectural salvage as well as new exterior and interior mahogany doors.
Wildewoods/ Fine Works In Wood
1108 Hwy. 51 North, Ponchatoula, (985) 386-4243; www.finecustomfurniture.com
Owner: Terry Wilde
Custom cabinetry, furniture repair and refinishing, handmade furniture, custom doors, windows and plantation shutters, stairs and stair parts and specialty woodworking items are the specialties.
Fabrics/ Upholstery/ Related Supplies & Services
Cushions Etc.
602 Metairie Road, Suite C-W, 837-6811
Owner: Janet Ricketts
Foam can be cut to size or custom ordered. The business specializes in high-density foam, mattress slabs, feather and down pillows, bolsters and wedges, upholstery supplies for sofas, chairs, boats, RVs and more.
Fabrics Second To None
2320 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite B, Mandeville, (985) 674-2600
Owners: Gizele and Mark DaBella
Specializing in drapery and upholstery fabric and accessories, this shop also offers custom draperies, iron and wood rods.
The Quilt Cottage
801 Nashville Ave., 895-3791 or (800) 453-6998; www.quiltcottage.com
Owners: Carol Schiaffino and Jeanne Lincks
Fabrics, sewing supplies, quilting books, quilts, custom and repair classes and more are available at this 26-year-old shop.
Floors/ Floor Coverings/ Rugs
Acadian Carpet Center Inc.
5140 Lapalco Blvd., 340-2432; 7300 Westbank Expwy., Marrero, 340-2432; www.acadiancarpet.net
Owner: Don Barge
Sales and installation of carpet, vinyl, wood, ceramic and porcelain tiles, laminate, cork, granite, marble and travertine flooring as well as draperies and blinds are available.
Action Flooring
3331 Severn Ave., Metairie, 887-2750; 303 W. Judge Perez, Chalmette; www.actionfloorstore.com
Owners: Laurence Cohen and Michael Ganis
Expert and prompt installation are the pride of this company, which also boasts all types of flooring from wood and laminates to tile and carpets.
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| A well chaired look at Royal Crescent Interiors (4118 Magazine St., 891-5600). |
Crescent City Floors
2755 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, 368-8453; www.crescentcityfloors.com
Owner: Sheri Tiemann Raj
Carpet, floors, tile and laminate floors are available as well as bath and kitchen sales and installations. A second location will be opened on Elysian Fields Avenue soon.
Talebloo Oriental Rugs & Antique Gallery
2015 Magazine St., 581-9700
Owner: Lou Talebloo
Located in the lower Garden District, Talebloo specializes in fine antiques, semi-antique and new oriental rugs and also offers full restoration and cleaning services.
Florists/ Garden/ Landscaping/ Pest Control
American Aquatic Gardens
621 Elysian Fields Ave., 944-0410
Owners: Rich Sacher and Bill Dailey
Decorative accents for the home and garden are for sale, including fountains, sculptures, garden art, water lilies, pump supplies and a range of indoor and outdoor plants.
Anthony's Landscaping LLC
300 L&A Road, 834-3094; www.anthonylandscaping.com
Owner: Ted Anthony Jr.
Landscaping design and installation, grading and site work, hardscapes, retention ponds, drainage systems, pools, playgrounds, irrigation installation, exterior maintenance, interior plant rental, stump grinding and more are available from this 10-year-old company.
Aquascapes by Grandscapes LLC
2000 Athania Pkwy., Metairie, 834-2195; www.aquascapesbygrandscapes.com
Owner: Kevin Beltz
Aqueous landscaping is this group's area of expertise and it offers yard products such as ponds, fountains, underwater lighting, fish, aquatic plants, streams and waterfalls, water-garden supplies, natural stone, home accents, garden d ? cor and gifts, chimes, flags and candles. Services include design, installation stone work, consultation, floating fountains and landscaping.
Artscape Land Design
2401 Metairie Road, Metairie, 838-7776; www.artscapelanddesign.com
Owner: Kirk J. Colgan, ASLA
Landscape architecture and design, new landscape installation, brick patio and driveways and landscape lighting are the specialties of this 7-year-old company.
Big Easy Lawn
By appointment, 210-7227
Owner: Jacob Hollier
Landscaping services ? installation, irrigation and maintenance ? are available for both residential and commercial properties.
Billiot Pest Control
201 Bark Drive, Harvey, 365-0075 and (866) 365-0075; www.billiotpest.com
Owner: Aubrey Billiot
Termite treatment and prevention services are available as well as pest control, mold treatment and rodent control.
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| A rattan chair from Hopkins Blvd. Home Accents (8300 Earhart Blvd., 864-0277). |
Carrollton Pest Control & Termite Co.
8117 Oleander St., 488-3894 and 885-9439; www.carrolltonpest.com
Owner: Frank Fasone
For three decades, this business has offered complete pest control and termite services.
Exterior Designs Inc.
2903 Octavia St., 866-0276; www.exteriordesignsbev.com
Owner: Beverly Katz
To help your home's exterior match its interior in beauty and function, Exterior Designs offers landscape design, construction and installation.
Federico's Famiy Florist
815 Focis St., 837-6400
Owners: Larry Federico and Kenny Thone
For 30 years, this full-service florist has provided citywide delivery for flowers and arrangements for every occasion.
The Garden Gate
2918 Metairie Road, Metairie, 833-6699; www.thegardengates.com
Owners: Beth and Chad Harris
Imported European linens, curtains and rugs, sofas with custom slip covers, chairs and ottomans are available at Garden Gate Home, plus the garden shop offers hand-carved French fountains, handmade pottery and plants that include annuals, perennials, shrubs, topiaries and more.
Green Parrot Nursery
4920 Tchoupitoulas St., 894-1100
Owner: Nick Richards
A full-service nursery and garden center, Green Parrot also offers plant rental, landscaping and professional design services.
Greg's Garden
115 Vogt Drive, Belle Chasse, 912-4769
Owner: Greg Martin
Greg Martin offers professional landscape design, irrigation and lighting with a personal touch.
Harold's Indoor Outdoor Plants
1135 Press St., 947-7554
Owner: Harold Applewhite
This retail and wholesale nursery offers a very large selection of indoor and outdoor plants as well as plant rentals and maintenance services.
Ibert & Associates Inc.
3027 Ponce de Leon St., 522-5444
Owner: Terry Ibert
Landscape architecture, planning, construction management and subsurface drainage are the specialties of this 25-year-old business.
Old Metairie Plant Station
400 Airline Drive, Metairie, 219-0001
Owner: Beryl De Luzain
Landscaping services are available as well as palm trees, fountains, pavers, irrigation systems, landscape lighting and drainage.
Perino's Garden Center
3100 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 834-7888; www.perinos.com
Owners: Buddy and Peter Perino
In addition to a large selection of shrubs, trees and greenhouse plants, this garden store has patio furniture, fountains, statuary, Smith and Hawkin goods, Crocs footwear and fleur de lis merchandise.
The Plant Gallery
9401 Airline Hwy., 488-8887; www.theplantgallery.com
Owners: Kenny and Jennifer Rabalais
The Plant Gallery is a full-service florist, nursery, greenhouse, landscaping company that offers inside and outside plant maintenance and has a large showroom featuring home furnishings, accessories, lighting, artwork and gifts.
Swanson's Stone Yard
3944 Peters Road, Harvey, 367-2339; www.ponds-stone.com
Owner: Frank Swanson
This full-service landscape and pond designer and troubleshooter installs landscaping and ponds and carries a large selection of natural stone — including flagstone, moss rock, riverrock and rare red rock ? pond supplies and outdoor d ? cor such as fountains and bird baths.
Villere's Florist
1107 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 833-3716; 750 Martin Behrman Ave., Metairie, 833-3716; 1027 Village Walk, Covington, (985) 809-9101; www.villeresflorist.com
Owners: Roger and Donna Villere
Open since 1969, Villere's offers fresh flowers, silk flowers, green and blooming plants, fruit baskets, pottery, balloons, gifts, glass vases, plush items, cards, tropical plants, orchids, dried flowers and baskets.
Furniture/ Accessories/ Gifts
All The Best
3216 W. Esplanade Ave. N., Metairie, 835-1499
Owner: Lynn Templeton
Custom museum-quality framing services are available as well as decorative accessories for the home, gifts and more.
Bali Teak Furniture
1943 Sophie Wright Place, 596-2254
Owner: Evie Reed
Exotic furniture and accessories come from the islands of Java and Bali.
Bella NOLA
4236 Magazine St., 897-9499; www.bellanola.net
Owner: Lindsey Leggio
There is an eclectic blend of home furnishings, local artwork, unique gifts and lighting.
Bella Prezza Originals
2852 Magazine St., 897-1861
Owners: Lucien and Carolyn Bauduc
Reproduction iron and brass beds, custom silk bedding and draperies, European cotton linens, decorative lamps and gifts are among merchandise here.
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| Outdoor décor at Old Metairie Plant Station (400 Airline Drive, 219-0001). |
Cameron Jones
2127 Magazine St., 524-3119
Owners: Cameron and Joan Trenor
Browse the collection of contemporary furnishings, including platform beds, accent lighting, dining tables and chairs, bar stools, accent lighting, local art, accessories and gifts. Off-street parking is available for free.
Canal Furniture
4021 Tulane Ave., 482-1185 or 488-5516
Owner: Flora Marziale
In business for 35 years, this shop offers new furniture, used hotel furniture and office furniture.
Christian Street Furniture
7474 Corporate Blvd., Baton Rouge, (225) 925-3320; www.christianstreetfurniture.com
Owner: John Burns
Opened in 1992, Christian Street offers a range of home furnishings, including sofas, dining tables, chairs, armoires, bedroom sets, occasional tables, china cabinets and decorative accessories.
Classic Chandelier & Mirror
8718 Oak St., 862-5905
Owner: Peter Sather
Chandeliers, lamps and mirrors by Currey & Co., Cha Cha Cha, Visual Comfort, Savoy House, Murray Feiss, Wunderley and others are in the store.
The Clock & Watch Shop
824 Gravier St., 525-3961; www.worldoftime.com
Owners: Josef and Judith Hirsinger
Antique and new clocks and watches in a wealth of designs and from myriad makers are available as well as jewelry and repairs.
Compass for Kids
1817 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 733-4641; www.compassfurniture.com
Owner: William S. Rippner
This 8-year-old showroom specializes in children's furniture and home needs.
Compass Furniture
5025 Bloomfield, Jefferson, 733-4641; www.compassfurniture.com
Owner: William S. Rippner
A full-service home furnishings store, Compass has supplied area residents with furniture for every room of the house as well as decorative accessories for 30 years.
Country At Heart
3950 Magazine St., 891-5412
Owner: Roxanne Candebat
Antiques, furniture, gifts, home accessories and fleur de lis are among items in the showroom.
Dki Office Solutions
5530 Jefferson Hwy., Harahan, 734-8424; www.dkiofficesolutions.com
Owner: Michael Jacobs
This 40-year-old business specializes in office and home essentials such as office furniture and supplies, panel systems and cubicles, home-office furniture, residential furniture, upholstery services and space planning.
Eclectic Home LLC
8133 Oak St., 866-6654; www.eclectichome.net
Owner: Penny D. Francis
Furniture, accessories, lighting, gifts and design consultations are available.
Elite Home Furnishings
5630 Salmen St., Bay 4, Harahan, (800) 881-5901; www.elitehomeproducts.com
Owner: Amy Ng
Elite takes care in helping you choose the finest in quality home furnishings for your home.
Estella's Home
701 Metairie Road, Old Metairie Village, Metairie, 833-8979
Owner: Kent Ozborn
Unique home decorating items include antiques, floral creations and linens as well as decorating services.
Futons Unlimited
801 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, 834-4789; 1402 Gause Blvd., Slidell, (985) 649-9650
Futons in a range of styles and prices are available, including metal and wood frames. Plus, customers get a free futon cover with their purchase.
Gentry
6047 Magazine St., 899-4223
Owners: Marilyn and Paul Kullman
Gentry offers a variety of home furnishings, gifts and more, including indoor and outdoor d ? cor, barware, travel accoutrements, comfort shoes, cookbooks and kitchen gadgets.
Hall Piano Co.
901 David Drive, Metairie, 733-8863; www.hallpiano.com
Owner: Steve Kinchen
To kindle your creative fire, Hall offers pianos, piano moving and other services.
Heirloom Furnishings
1400 St. Charles Ave., 671-8298
Owners: Bill and Debbie Strobel and Alton Doody
Home furnishings, antiques, rugs, lighting, china and jewelry are among items found at this 2-year-old store.
Hickory Furniture Mart
(800) 462-6278, www.hickoryfurniture.com
Hickory Furniture Mart is a unique mix of more than 100 factory outlets, stores, shops and galleries offering home furnishings, accessories, lighting, art, rugs, fabrics and more.
Hopkins Blvd. Home Accents
8300 Earhart Blvd., 864-0277; www.hopkinsblvd.com
Owners: Todd Kinard and Jim Peresich
From traditional to whimsical, Hopkins specializes in fine furniture, gifts, accessories and garden inventory imported from southeast Asia.
Hugh Martin Home
4222A Magazine St., 899-1882; www.hughmartinhome.com
Owner: Hugh C. Martin
Furniture, accessories, art, lighting and design services are the stock and trade of this 3-year-old business.
Hurwitz Mintz Furniture Company
1751 Airline Drive, Metairie, 378-1000; www.hurwitzmintz.com
Owner: Mitchell Mintz
A full collection of traditional, transitional and contemporary furniture accompanies complete design services that include drapery and carpets. Worldwide shipping is available at this 83-year-old home d ? cor staple.
Interior Designs Inc.
3814 Magazine St., 895-5111; www.interiordesignsnola.com
Owner: Carol L. Simon
Upholstered furniture from Lee Industries as well as unique lighting and accessories from Paris, Spain, Italy, Africa and the Far East, interior design services and more are available.
Interiors and Extras
324 Metairie Road, Metairie, 835-9902; www.extrasnola@aol.com
Owners: Nancy and Wayne Lassen
You'll find a range of unusual home decorating accessories, including furniture, art, glassware, decorative pieces and jewelry as well as all interior-related services: design, draperies, wallcovering, lighting, flooring, bedding and more.
Judy at the Rink
2727 Prytania St., The Rink, 891-7018
Owners: Kay and Roy Fausset
Blown-glass, ceramics and works by a range of local artists supplement home accessories such as lamps, frames and furniture as well as gifts. There's also a bridal registry.
Little Miss Muffin
244 Metairie Road, Metairie, 833-6321; 766 Harrison Ave., 482-8200
Owner: Monique Sobrino
With its secondary location expanded to 6,000 square feet, there's plenty of room to display its home accessories, traditional gifts, specialty clothing, toys and exclusive jewelry by local artists.
Maximilian's International Showrooms
8600 Oak St., 895-1115
Owner: Maximilian O. Mipro
In operation for nearly four decades, this showroom includes oriental rugs, fabrics and furniture.
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| Pretty potted bougainvilleas from Green Parrot Nursery (4920 Tchoupitoulas St., 894-1100). |
Mayan Import Company
3000 Magazine St., 269-9000
Owners: Dave McCammon and Graymond Martin
The shop offers a variety of cigars, pipes, humidors, lighters and smoking accessories and boasts New Orleans' largest walk-in humidor.
Melange Sterling Silver Shop Inc.
5421 Magazine St., 899-4796 or (800) 513-3991; www.melangesterling.com
Owner: Madeliene Guice Nicoladis
Sterling silver, new, estate and antique flatware and hollowware are available as well as china, crystal and jewelry.
Mignon Faget
3801 Magazine St., 891-2005; The Shops at Canal Place, 524-2973, Lakeside Shopping Center, 835-2244; 7350 Jefferson Hwy., Baton Rouge, (225) 932-9783; www.mignonfaget.com
Owner: Mignon Faget
Though known for her jewelry, Mignon Faget also offers a selection of designs for the home, including tabletop, glassware, desktop and baby items.
New Directions
5015 Bloomfield St., Jefferson, 733-4641
Owner: William S. Rippner
From the owner of Compass Furniture comes a new store full of home furnishings, including furniture and a range of accessories.
New Orleans Auction St. Charles Gallery
1330 St. Charles Ave., 586-8733; www.stcharlesgallery.com
Owner: Jean Vidos
New Orleans Auction offers 12 years of experience in auctioning fine estate items, antiques and fine-art collections.
New Orleans Crab Bag Company
606 Royal St., 552-2722; www.crabbag.com
Owners: Richard and Lynn Abide
This varied gallery features local artists' creations ranging from handmade fashions to furnishings and accessories as well as 18th and 19th century French provincial antiques.
Norwalk The Furniture Idea
1828 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 835-5002; www.norwalkfurniture.com
Norwalk offers a full line of design services, including upholstery, rugs, drapes and accessories as well as experienced professionals to help design your home and the furniture to fill it.
Objets Trouves
3956 Magazine St., 897-5066
Owner: Linda Friedlander
Shoppers will find a mix of unique furniture, art and home decorating accessories. Services include decorative paintings portraits and in-house consultations for art placement, rebuilding, renovating and redecorating.
Orient Expressed
3905 Magazine St., 899-3060; www.orientexpressed.com
Owners: Bee Fitzpatrick and Dabney Jacob
A marketplace of decorating ideas, the 28-year-old Orient Expressed offers an eclectic array of home accessories, including original and exclusive chandeliers, lighting, table-top accessories, books and more.
Pied Nu
5521 Magazine St., 891-8405; www.piednuneworleans.com
Owners: Sallee Boyce and Priscilla O'Quinn
Home furnishings include furniture and accessories, plus there is an apothecary, clothing, jewelry and shoes.
Piranesi
2104 Magazine St., 523-2000;www.piranesiantiques.com
Owners: Kathy Slater, Cary King and Ann Williams
Geared toward customers with continental tastes, Piranesi boasts French and Italian furniture, mirrors, neoclassical lighting and decorative arts as well as dinnerware, glassware and Kathy Slater's design services.
Plum
5430 Magazine St., 897-3388; www.plumneworleans.com
The emphasis is on great design at this 2-year-old store, which offers barware, decorative pillows, all kinds of home decorating accessories as well as handbags, jewelry and more.
Renaissance Interiors
3815 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite B, Metairie, 454-3320
Owners: Larry and Dennis Mann
Consignment sales of high-end antiques, furniture, art, silver, glassware and other home furnishings are the mainstay.
Restoration Hardware
3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 36, Lakeside Shopping Center, Metairie, 828-0203; www.RestorationHardware.com
This specialty retailer of home and bath furnishings also offers functional and decorative accessories and related merchandise.
Royal Crescent Interiors
4118 Magazine St., 891-5600
Owner: Carlo Capomazza
Antiques, fine reproductions and a complete line of accessories for the home fill the showrooms.
Scandinavia Inc.
4513 Airline Drive, Metairie, 455-7100; www.scandinaviafurniture.com
Owners: Greg and Sharon Hoffman
Contemporary furniture for the home and office as well as a full line of art, rugs, lamps and accessories.
Shop of the Two Sisters
1800 Magazine St., 525-2747
Owners: Lee and Rose Ali
Home furnishings, lamps, mirrors, artwork, accessories and gifts are available.
Simon's Jewelry
3941 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 888-5955
Owner: Simon Waknin
Presenting much more than jewelry, Simon's showroom includes gifts, rugs, watches and jewelry repair services.
Sputnik Ranch
3029 Magazine St., 897-5446; www.sputnikranch.com
Owners: Gary and Debra Parky
Vintage and new vintage-style original art and posters, housewares, gifts and collectible vinyl toys as well as clothing, western wear and boots.
Tuscany Home Décor
1510 Woodland Hwy., Belle Chasse, 433-0797 or (888) 283-5712
Owners: Giuseppe and Allyson Colosimo
Antiques, fabric, trim, custom drapery, upholstery, custom mirrors and architectural elements are available at this shop, which specializes in unique painted cornices.
Galleries/ Framing/ Art Supply
Antique & Vintage Frame Gallery
3620 Royal St., 944-7900; www.art-restoration.com
Owner: Blake Vonder Haar
This high-end conservation framing service offers more than 4,000 moldings to choose from and more than 700 antique and vintage picture frames for sale.
Art for the Soulite
101, 558-7770; www.artforthesoul.com
Owner: Gina C. Brannan
Artworks by local and out-of-town artists, furniture, gifts, jewelry, lamps and decorative home accents are available, some handmade and one-of-a-kind.
Carol Robinson Gallery
840 Napoleon Ave., 895-6130; www.carolrobinsongallery.com
The gallery offers works by regional and national artists in paintings, sculpture and photography.
Cole Pratt Gallery
3800 Magazine St., 891-6789; www.coleprattgallery.com
Owner: Cole Pratt
Shoppers will find a wide variety of contemporary artworks from southern artists.
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Egan Hand Gallery
736 Royal St., 523-3104; www.eganhandgallery.com
Owners: Jon and Margaret Egan
This new gallery represents national and internationally acclaimed contemporary artists and a selection of local artists with works celebrating wine, women and song as well as a range of entertainment-themed gifts and accessories.
Gallery Nine Forty
940 Royal St., 558-0000
Owner: Cynthia Badinger
Official Hurricane Katrina posters and hand-crafted sculptures are among the offerings, which also include more than 40 new fleur de lis designs.
Guthrie Contemporary
3815 Magazine St., 897-2688; www.guthriecontemporary.com
Owner: Leslie Guthrie
Original contemporary art is the specialty of the decade-old gallery.
Kevin Gillentine Gallery
3917-3919 Magazine St., 891-0509; www.kevingillentine.com
Owner: Kevin Gillentine
The gallery is stocked with original artworks and antique prints and offers custom framing and interior design services.
Moxy Studios
3811 Magazine St., 309-2516; www.moxystudios.com
Owners: Joan Cox and Mare McCall
This year-old Uptown gallery displays works by local artists and offers commissioned paintings of homes and a full range of graphic-design services.
New Orleans Art Supply
3620 Royal St., 949-1525; www.neworleansartsupply.com
Owner: Blake Vonder Haar
Professional-quality fine art supplies including Williamsburg oil paints, Masterpiece canvas, Da Vinci brushes, Maimeri watercolors and Mount Vision handmade pastels.
Poet's Custom Framing & Gallery
3113 Magazine St., 899-4100; poetsgallery@netscape.net
Owner: Jeanne Landymoore
Custom framing services, experienced design consultations and more are available in this gallery, which features unique artists in various mediums.
Reina Gallery
4132 Magazine St., 895-0022
For 20 years, Reina has supported group exhibitions in watercolor, etchings, folk art and more.
Thomas Mann Gallery I/O
1812 Magazine St., 581-2113; www.thomasmann.com
Owner: Thomas MannThe talents of 75 international artists merge in a collection of handmade jewelry, home accessories and unique gifts.
Venusian Gardens Art Gallery
2601 Chartres St., 943-7446; www.venusiangardens.com
Owner: Eric EhlenbergerLuminous artwork comprised of neon, glass and metal by local artist Eric Ehlenberger is the specialty.
Glass/ Metal
Accessories In Brass
4537 Magazine St., 899-6237; www.accessoriesinbrass.com
Owner: Jan Chimento
An assortment of brass home accessories include faucets, door and cabinet hardware, mailboxes, bar railings and more. It also offers a polished brass or satin-nickel plaque for $20, with $2 going to retired clergy.
Lizano's Glass Haus Inc.
3400 Cleary Ave. Suite B, Metairie, 454-1144; www.lizanosglasshalls.com
Owners: Paulette, Liliana and Al Lizano
Any and all window glass works are available, including its Blue Roof collection, custom stained glass items and fused glass creations, New Orleans and fleur de lis motifs, plus glass-working tools and supplies.
Hardware/ Home Organizing/ Home Resources
Allergy Relief Store
4201 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite A, Metairie, 779-1000; www.onlineallergyrelief.com
Owner: Bennett Davis
Allergy Relief products include air purifiers, high-efficiency A/C filters, allergen-free bedding, mold and odor remediation products, masks, humidifiers and pet products.
Allstate ? Paul Roberts Agency
2912 Metairie Rd., 833-0100; http://agent.allstate.com/024516/welcome/
Owner: Paul Roberts
Roberts can handle all of your insurance needs including homeowners, flood, wind, hail, auto, life, annuities and retirement policies.
Bank of New Orleans
1600 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 834-1190; www.bankofneworleans.net
Nearly a century old, this full-service bank offers home mortgages, equity loans for renovation or repair, personal loans and checking and savings accounts.
Brass Menagerie Inc.
2105 Magazine St., 524-0921
Home decorative hardware is the specialty, with distinctive and decorative architectural hardware from all periods, period furniture hardware, hand-forged hardware such as hinges, latches, hooks and bolts, antique lanterns, stair railings and supports, traffic-control posts, strip-proof door levers, stair carpet rods, bathroom faucets and accessories and more.
California Closets
3211 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, 828-5705 or (888) 304-9775; www.calclosets.com
Owner: Paul Corona
Custom closet and storage systems for closets, pantries, utility rooms, garages and home offices are the staples.
Closets by Design
68425 Hwy. 59, Mandeville, (985) 871-9187 or (800) 293-3744; www.closetsbydesign.com
Get organized with custom closets, garage cabinets, pantries, offices, libraries and home offices.
Total Health Solutions
3211 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, 834-8114; www.totalhealthsolutionshme.com
Owners: Jeff Friedman and Sheila Bond, RNA
one-stop shop for home health care, you'll find medical equipment and supplies, canes, wheelchairs, walkers, power scooters, lift-chairs, bath benches and shower chairs, child-safety products, diabetic and maternity supplies and more.
Home Audio & Visual
Audio Resource
3133 Edenborn Ave., Metairie, 885-6988; www.audioresource.com
A completely renovated store showcases the finest lines in audio and video equipment, home theater and whole-house music systems available. The store offers full-service system design and custom installation.
Kitchen & Bath Cabinets and Countertops/ Appliances & Equipment/ Spas/ Plumbing Supplies & Accessories
Cabinet Works
103 Focis St., 247-0223; www.cabinet-works.net
Custom and semi-custom cabinetry is delivered in as little as three weeks. Products are available from Sub Zero, Wolf and others.
Cabinets by Design
5201 Tchoupitoulas St., 899-2300; www.cabinetsbydesign.com
Owner: Monique Poche BennettWood-Mode and Brookhaven custom cabinetry are the hot picks at this shop, which also offers kitchen appliances, countertops, plumbing fixtures and decorative hardware.
CounterTop Factory
1801 11 th St., Kenner, 466-5887; www.countertopfactory.com
Owner: Kevin Meyer
Formica countertops are custom-made in this shop's Kenner factory. Free, in-home estimates are available.
Factory Direct Vanities
www.factorydirectvanities.com
Bathroom vanities come in a variety of styles and finishes and with marble and granite countertops.
Jackson Cabinetry
By appointment, 754-2196, (866) 261-7643 or (985) 867-8905; www.jacksoncabinetry.com
Owners: Patride Fulton and Gordon JacksonCustom kitchen and bath cabinetry, furniture-based designs, inset doors, fact frame, European furniture-style bath vanities and more are available.
My Bath Inc.
210 E 18th Ave., North Kansas City, Mo., (816) 842-2464 or (800) 949-2204; www.mybath.biz
Owner: David Noll
Based in Missouri, this firm offers a selection of innovative steam showers, infrared saunas, whirlpool tubs and hot tubs.
Not Just Kitchens
8814 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 20, Metairie, 712-0000; www.pickmykitchen.com
Owner: Tyler Malejko
Kitchen and bath sales, service and installation, including custom fabrication, of countertops, including stone, solid surface and quartz as well as fixtures are available.
Solido
8814 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 3-209, Metairie, 377-0075
Owner: Amy Melejko
Countertop fabrication, including custom designs, and installation are available in materials that include natural stone, exotics, quartz and solid surfaces.
Lighting
Bethdale's Fine Lamps & Home Accessories
7519 Corporate Blvd., Baton Rouge, (225) 246-7105
Owners: Bill Bethea and Ronny Daley
Lighting is the focus at this Baton Rouge shop which also has gifts, home accessories and accent furniture.
The Decorator Shoppe
5029 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 888-2801
Owners: Kathy and Michael Meisner
This Metairie showroom provides lighting for all tastes as well as ceiling fans, framed mirrors, lamps and accessories.
Lighting, Inc.
3547 Hwy. 190, Pontchartrain Square, Mandeville, (985) 727-9368; www.lightinginconline.com
Owner: Michael Ber
An expansive showroom of lighting for all applications includes residential and commercial light fixtures for indoor and outdoor use, innovative designs for the home, ceiling fans, lamps and shades.
Linens
Bellanoche Bedding and Sleepwear
3632 Magazine St., 891-6483; www.belladonnadayspa.com
Owner: Kim Dudek
Fine linens, beds, sleepwear, candles, luxurious down comforters, decorative pillows, throws, furniture, lighting, comtemporary rugs and flooring are on display.
The Linen Closet
315 Lee Lane, Suite 101, Covington, (985) 893-2347; www.thelinencloset.com; www.comfortablefeet.com
Owner: Paul Stone
This shop is brimming with luxurious linens, accessories for the bath and bedroom, tabletop items, sleepwear and shoes.
Outdoor Furniture/ Pools & Accessories
Pleasure Pools Inc.
2701 Ridgelake Drive, Metairie, 888-6660 or (985) 626-1283; www.pleasurepoolsno.com
Owner: Charles Elfert Jr.
This firm offers custom-designed in-ground swimming pools and 12 years of experience in the industry.
Warren English Pool World LLC
500 N. Turnbull Drive, Metairie, 835-1737
Owners: Michele Anna English
Pool sales and services are the specialty of this company, which features plastering, tile coping, decks, chemicals, leak repairs, drains, cleaning and maintenance contracts.
Pottery
Derby Pottery and Tile
2029 Magazine St., 586-9003; www.derbypottery.com
Owner: Mark DerbyPottery items include vases, bowls, mugs and trays as well as tiles that are historically accurate Victorian reproductions for fireplace, tub and shower surrounds and backsplashes. Reproduction street-name tiles and house numbers in the blue-and-yellow style also are available.
Posh Paint Pub Pottery, Bead & Gift Shop
701 Metairie Rd., Metairie, 835-4155; www.poshpaintpub.com
Owner: Mary Joan Toca
The paint-your-own pottery studio offers painting parties for adults and children, a bead bar and works by local artists.
Restoration/ Repair/ Cleaning Services
Brite Solutions
542 Resor Ave., Harahan, 342-6566; www.britesolutionsllc.com
Owners: Paul Clouatre and Rob Oser
This team provides cleaning and sanitizing services for walls, vinyl, acoustical materials, air conditioner vents and ceilings ? ceiling repair, too.
Klein's Rug Cleaning
3704 Robertson St., Metairie, 899-1544
Owners: Andree and Eric Bauer
This Metairie store has more than a century history of cleaning area rugs, upholstery, wall-to-wall carpets and draperies as well as rug repairs and rug padding.
Master Clean
2615 David Drive., Metairie, 885-4900
Owner: Tiffany Miller
For 18 years, Master Clean has offered a full range of indoor air-quality cleaning services, including air-duct cleaning and sanitizing, repair and replacement. It also offers lifetime filters, UV lights for airborne contaminants and carpet and upholstery cleaning.
The New Orleans Conservation Guild
3620 Royal St., 944-7900; www.art-restoration.com
Owner: Blake Vonder Haar
Professional art restoration for paintings, frames, works on paper, porcelain, glass, ceramic, stone and wood. Appraisal services also available.
The Renaissance Shop LLC
2104 Magazine St., 525-8568
Owner: John Bonomo
This shop operates as a "Jack of all trades" in the furniture industry, offering furniture repair, restoration, hand-finishing and reproductions in many styles.
Russell's Cleaning Services Inc.
3704 Roberston St., Metairie, 832-1546
Owners: Andree and Eric Bauer
With three-quarters of a century's experience, Russell's has expertise in rug, drapery and upholstery cleaning and offers carpet padding and fire retardation.
Tuscany Restoration
1510 Woodland Hwy., Belle Chasse, 433-0797
Owner: Giuseppe Colosimo
Restoration of damage from age, breakage and water to statues, furniture and architectural elements is available as well as custom architectural elements in plaster and custom mirrors.
Tile & Stone
ABC Tile & Stone
3105 18th St., 833-5543; www.abctileandstone.com
This locally owned importer and wholesaler of ceramic and porcelain tile and stone, marble and stone countertops, tile and designer flooring also offers brick paving.
Intrepid Stone Specialties, Inc.
1848 Industrial Blvd., Harvey, 348-2861; 68467 Hwy. 59, Mandeville, (985) 867-8885; www.intrepidstone.com
Owner: Harold Prestenburg
Open for 34 years, Intrepid Stone offers granite and marble countertops for kitchens and vanities, fireplace surrounds and kits, tub decks, marble and granite tiles and more.
Stafford Tile and Stone
5234 Magazine St., 895-5000; www.staffordtile.com
Owner: Peggy Stafford
Celebrating its 5-year anniversary in October, Stafford tile sells innovative and creative tile products for floors, walls, countertops and outdoor surfaces. Tile selection ranges from traditional ceramic and marble to modern glass, metal and leather.
United Tile
5600 Jefferson Hwy., Harahan, 520-8390
Owners: Sid Menard and Mark Wilburn
This retail and wholesale business has 55 years of experience providing and installing ceramic tile, porcelain and stone, as well as granite countertops and wood flooring.
Windows/ Window Coverings
Blinds Connection.com
629 Distributors Row, Harahan, (888) 397-3768; www.blindsconnection.com
Owner: Larry Davis
Window coverings in a variety of styles are available, including plain and woven-wood blinds, faux-wood blinds, honeycomb shades, custom roller shades, Softview Venetian blinds, 1-inch mini blinds and the company's own thermal verticals.
Hurricane Shutter Co. LLC
11253 Hwy. 308, Lockport, (985) 693-3223; www.hurricaneshuttercompany.com
Owner: Todd Plaisance
Sales and installation of storm and security shutters are the specialties.
