2010 Furniture Trends from Furniture XO

Furniture XO want to make sure that our customers not only receive the best quality furniture they’ve ever owned, but also keep up to date with all the latest trends coming out in furniture. As we approach the latter half of the year, here are some trends of 2010 to bear in mind:

For living room spaces, chaises and wing chairs are trendy options. Furniture with curves and elegant patterns have been making waves throughout the year. Both of these options offer a traditional look and function, which seemed to be the growing trend among consumers since the economic crisis hit. According to Decoratorsecrets.com, keeping up with the traditional while adding in modern twists came back into style in 2010, and will also carry into 2011. A couple of examples of this notion would be the Francesca-Truffle Living Room Set or the Traditional Paisley Chaise. Both the set and the chaise combine traditional patterned upholstery with rolled armrests which are covered in leather and also large plush cushions which will provide hours of comfort.

Speaking of leather, what other furniture style says exudes elegance and comfort? That is the main reason leather furniture has stayed in style for so many years. Dining armchairs which you can sit comfortably in for long periods of time are all the rage, says IMM Cologne, which is the International Furnishing Show that happens every year in Cologne, Germany. Furniture XO’s selection of fine dining chairs include this piece from AICO furniture – The Monte Carlo Leather Arm Chair.

Ashley Francesca-Truffle Collection

One of the trends that flipped around for this year was having a brightly colored room with neutral colored accoutrement. The style now is to have a neutral colored room, accessorized with bright colors. One of the popular collections at Furniture XO is the Seaside Dreams Collection. This collections offers a large variety of colorful options for every room – seagrass green and buttercup yellow are perfect colors that have become highly popular. To go along with bright colors, Jodi King of Artistic Interiors by Jodi observed that accessories with floral patterns or Asian influence have been big in 2010 (PDF Link). Items such as the Polynesia Decorative Pillow or the Abstract Cherry Blossom Wall Sculpture really pull any room together.

Another great trend in 2010 is metallics. Great pieces can be found at Furniture XO, such as the Gino Collection, which provide a sleek and contemporary flair, along with some outstanding color options. Also, accessories such as the Christina Gold Throw Pillow offset brightly colored sofas and living room furniture. One piece of furniture that will also offset the bright colors is the entertainment center. Furniture XO has many TV stands and entertainment centers that can suit your room. One of the most popular centers is the Silver Glass Entertainment Center which again, gives a sleek and contemporary look.

Be sure to keep up with our blogs to provide you with more up to date trends and information to decorate your home the best way possible!

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Aico Monte Carlo Collection by Michael Amini

The Aico Monte Carlo Collection is part of the famous Michael Amini Original Furniture Designs, consisting of a complete presentation of classic Mediterranean bedroom, dining room, home entertainment and occasional tables. From the classic Corinthian fluted columns to the subtle application of shell-like carvings, the reminiscence of the old world of Southern Europe is revealed. In virtually all the pieces in the collection, the use of metal, marble, leather and wood come together in harmony.

Aico Monte Carlo draws its inspiration from its namesake city that sits on the majestic Mediterranean Sea. Throughout the years, the city has been built by some of the greatest architects of our world, and with the consistent climate, has drawn people from all over the world to be a part of its style, splendor, and brilliance. This collection from the Michael Amini Original Furniture Designs carries on the legend of the Monte Carlo name with its extensive list of features. Features: Silver Snow Finish, Crafted from Birch Solids, Cherry and Ash Burl Veneer, Shell-like carvings, Classic Corinthian fluted columns.

Finished in elegant Silver Snow or Classic Pecan, Monte Carlo can elegantly fit into any home and lifestyle, making anyone feel as though they are on vacation in Southern Europe.

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Michael Amini Founder and CEO of AICO Furniture Line

Since 1988, AICO strives to lead by example with innovative designs and product development. Located in Southern California, Amini Innovation Corporation, AICO, is committed to providing the world with original, high quality home furnishings. With a state-of-the-art facility in Pico Rivera, California, they stand for unbeatable customer service and unbelievable prices.

Michael Amini Original Furniture Designs

Chateau Beauvais BedroomMichael Amini Original Furniture Designs is a division of case good collections that are traditional in style, with heavy carvings, curved shaping, and opulent designs. The collections are richly romantic, and are influenced by Amini’s travels around the world.

Some of the highlighted collections that showcase these Internationally renowned names and locations are: Chateau Beauvais, Essex Manor, Monte Carlo, Palais Royale, and Venetian. Within his furniture pieces, Amini incorporates elements of wood, metal, marble, and leather.

Together, these elements create a harmonious product that is difficult to find elsewhere.

To fabricate the unique upholstery, bedroom, living room, and dining room furniture, within the division, old-world craftsmanship and modern production techniques are united, along with careful planning, meticulous concern, and constant refinement to ensure that every product is of the highest quality, and will transform the look of any home.

Furniture XO offers additional collections by Michael Amini Original Furniture Designs: Grande Aristocrat, Oppulente, Vizcaya, and Wembley Estate.

The durable, high quality home furnishings are perfect for the truly discerning, who demand the very best for their home, and are searching for pieces that will immediately enhance their interior surroundings.

Michael Amini Casual Impressions

This major division once again shows the innovation of AICO. A whole new look for AICO emerges through Casual Impressions as the furniture pieces are transitional and contemporary in style, with uncluttered designs, and have the ability to fit into most homes because they are scaled and proportioned for today’s lifestyle.

Casual Impressions brings straighter lines, and mixed media elements to its collections, which appeal to a younger, more cognizant and hip consumer group, and include bedroom, dining sets, occasional tables, media pieces, and upholstery.

Each collection is unique, and includes elements not yet seen in the AICO showroom, including bamboo, shutters, and recessed hardware found in Tropiko, Via Lustra, Penzance, Reneau, and Tides Collections.

It is designed with very clean lines, and has moved away from the typical rounded, heavily carved, and curved shaping of AICO traditional opulent designs, thus bringing an added assortment for dealers.

In addition to the new case good collections, upholstery groups are also available through Casual Impressions.

Michael Amini …Etcetera

This newly created division is devoted entirely to designer accent pieces. As well, it also includes one-of-a-kind furniture pieces that can easily integrate with any of AICO previously established collections, Exiterra Accent Furniture, or easily fit with any furniture pieces that a consumer might currently own. Michael Amini …Etcetera is also the home to the Distinctive Bedding Designs collection, as well as select decorative accents, including wall art.

The items can be considered “final touch” items, and are decorator influenced, bringing that designer touch to any home environment. As well, with several new Top-of-Bed collections available in King and Queen comforter sets or duvets, ranging in style from Traditional to Modern, this division is quickly expanding, and will continue to do so in the future.

About Michael Amini

Michael Amini is a creative person who loves fashion, design and innovation. Also, he is a sensitive and caring person who is deeply devoted to his family, his employees, his customers and the ability to make a difference in today’s world with both his beautiful furniture designs and his compassionate philanthropic efforts. (Source: AICO)

Michael Amini and Jane Seymour

Michael Amini and actress, artist, designer and author Jane Seymour have entered into an agreement to bring co-branded collections of case goods, upholstery and top-of-bed designs to market.

Casual European and Hollywood glamour styles are available from this creative collaboration. (Source: Furniture Today)

Michael Amini Philanthropy

National Home Furnishings Industry and search for a cure for cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.

Michael Amini, chairman and chief executive officer of Amini Innovation Corp. made a $6 million gift to City of Hope Cancer to establish The Michael Amini Transfusion Medicine Center. The center, which opened on April 6, 2009, will house all components of the Department of Transfusion Medicine, consolidating City of Hope’s blood collection and processing programs and providing a modern, comfortable environment for patients, donors and staff.

Michael Amini and Furniture XO

We are very proud to offer many wonderful collections from AICO and Michael Amini Furniture Designs! Every week Furniture XO management carefully selects excellent furniture products in our wide selection of home furnishing categories to offer customers special discounts and deals on Michael Amini Furniture Collections that can only be found at our store. We invite you to browse our Michael Amini AICO Furniture inventory today and re-discover superior style and quality in furniture manufacturing!

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