How could we have waited this long to review Desiron? A 90's Soho creation, Desiron continues to update its original all-steel look, providing extremely chic, modern and earthy furnishings that fit quietly into a wide range of rooms.
Desiron can take pride in the fact that they are one of the few stores in town do things "as promised" with retail customers as well as designers. While they tend to play it safe with style, their furniture is "real furniture" and extremely well built. Desiron is a great place to look for large mirrors, accent tables and hefty furniture that will add substance to your style.
Prices are good, in the aspirational range, and customizing is widely available for those times you need a coffee table just 12 inches bigger. We particularly like their floor mirrors (from $1150), the Darin Daybed ($1500), and their classic Olan table (from $2100).
NY Mag says: The design press is crazy for Frank Carfaros sensual, affordable... furnishings.
ooh...wow. What type of bedding is that? Anyone know where to locate it? :-)
Absolutely beautiful stuff - thanks for bringing it to my attention!
Hey Guys,
If the starting price at Desiron is $1150 for a floor mirror, perhaps you ought to re-think your original concept.
When was the last time you spent that much to see yourself?
Some time ago ago, your site was devoted to small New York apartments, and I loved it. And I am happy that you have been successful.
I live in a garret(circa 1816)in Soho. So always view the endless furniture available in the neighborhood everyday. If only I had a castle I could buy all the great things in the stores here.
For the sake of recoginizing your original intentions, I recently purchased a small Nube Italian white leather sofa, that was momentaririly reduced from $6750 to $1300. A buy of a lifetime! More like what you used to promote and encourage.
Your rehashing the New York Times Design Issue weeks latter was sad and shameful.
Keep up your good work,
j
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Jchriste, I don't totally agree with you, but good for you for keeping people on their toes and saying what you feel. Too many people and organizations began to lose what was so great about them, once they become successful. In this case, I do not think we are there yet, but we will be watching. But i say good for you. Give 'me hell.
I'm all for style at bargain prices, but it's nice to get an overview picture of what's out there and new ideas - and AT is an amazing resource for that. That being said, we just got delivery of a few pieces (Floor Mirror, Kenneth Bench, Arte Low Chest)from Desiron, and the stuff is simple, beautiful and extremely well made. Very solid construction (and very heavy). Also note (esp. Jchriste) that they have great sales...we picked our stuff up at their 20% sale in July. Funny, I've been wondering why AT never mentioned them...
Desiron is really a great store, with an exceptional sales staff. We worked with a guy named Randy who was able to completely help us space plan the majority of our living and dining area of our loft. He did so in such a professional manner, using cad drawings, swatch samples, and even showing us images from designers that he thought we would like. My wife and I got our furniture in May and couldn't believe how good it looked. We seriously saved at least $10,000 having his do the furniture selection. Desiron is an untapped gem.
Jchriste:
I also have to disagree with you on this one. One of the things that I love about AT is that they do it all high and low. The prices at Desiron may not be in the low end, but for many of the pieces they are priced cheaper than DWR (although that may not be saying much) and to my surprise Room and Board. In fact one of the reasons we went with Desiron was that their side tables were cheaper than R&B and they had many more finish options to choose from. They deliver quicker to boot.
I agree with TeoNYC. This site is about efficient small-space living, and shows both high-end and low-end. I often finding myself enjoying the apartments that mix, say, Ikea and B&B Italia. And I think J's post only reinforces that point. If you can find a $6,000 sofa on sale, who is to say that a reader can't find a bargain at a high-end shop?
Besides, even someone who can only afford Ikea can get good ideas from high-end furniture and set-ups.
I would highly advise everyone to shop elsewhere.
The furniture is nice, but extremely overpriced (and the prices jump a huge percentage from year to year). Between the long delays to receive your furniture, and the poor customer service, I suggest you save money and aggravation by shopping elsewhere.
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