Modern Metropolis

Ainsworth-Noah & Associates  Although French antiques and accessories are a focal point of this trade-only showroom, members of the design community turn to lines by George Cameron Nash and Ironies for a contemporary spin. 351 Peachtree Hills Ave., Suite 418 & 518, (404) 231-8787; ainsworth-noah.com

Artefacto  This international store is renowned for its focus on design, function and value. Impressive layouts showcase contemporary furniture and accessories. 3050 Peachtree Rd. NW, Suite 150, (404) 926-0004; artefacto.com

Artemide  Striking minimalist lighting company founded in Italy. Indoor and outdoor lighting available. 1011 Monroe Dr. NE, (404) 881-6567; artemidestore.com

Armour &  Co.  Dwell Studio linens, twisted mango wood stools, Bungalow 5 tables and curious crystal accents; this store is the place to indulge a modern whim without letting go of your more traditional roots. 1198 N Highland Ave. NE Atlanta, 30306, (404) 817-3725; armourandco.com

AuthenTEAK Outdoors  This 15,000-sq.-ft. showroom—the largest high-end outdoor furniture store in the city—is a Gloster super-supplier. Go here to get all the modern you need for outdoor living. 1094 Huff Rd., (404) 525-1995; authenteak.com

Baker, Knapp & Tubbs  This classic American company carries transitional and contemporary lines by designers Laura Kirar and Bill Sofield. To the trade. 351 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE, Suite 206, (404) 266-0501; kohlerinteriors.com

Ballacchino Design  Michael Ballacchino has been creating custom furniture for more than 10 years. Simple, touchable furniture allows the beauty of the wood to shine through. 250 Arizona Ave., (404) 607-0455; ballacchinodesign.com

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Belvedere  In a word: glamorous. Think low acrylic tables with a driftwood console and rock crystal lamps. Plus art, jewelry, mirrors and more. 996 Huff Rd. NW, (404) 352-1942; belvedereinc.com

Bova Contemporary Furniture & Leather Gallery  Good place to start for a younger loft-look. Lots of options for home office furniture, modular units and platform beds. 6460 Dawson Blvd., (770) 242-6666; bovafurniture.com

Bulthaup  Kitchen workshops aim to get everyone involved in the joy of cooking. High style and quality materials make this an eye-catching alternative to traditional cabinetry. 800 Peachtree St., Suite G, (404) 228-4191; bulthaup.com

Bungalow Classic  A warm modernism envelops this space, with clean lines and cool colors. Find unique lamps and throw pillows, plus a large selection of quality bedding. 1197 Howell Mill Rd., (404) 351-9120; bungalowclassic.com

By Design  Offers low, direct-import pricing. Unique pieces for one-of-a-kind looks, as well as a wide selection of aesthetically pleasing furniture for the whole house. 1747 Cheshire Bridge Rd. NE, (404) 607-9098; bydesignfurniture.com

C Lighting  Meets a wide range of needs—from simple desk lamps to lighting as art in the form of colorful European-blown glass. 333 Buckhead Ave., (404) 760-1119; clighting.com

Cantoni  Fashion-forward furniture, rugs, art and accessories. The approachable staff offers complimentary design services to customers. 1011 Monroe Dr., (404) 881-8111; cantoni.com

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City Issue Vintage  Swedish chairs and the occasional Saarinen table fill this Inman Park store. Think blond wood and '50's and '60's style. 325 Elizabeth St. NE, (404) 262-3500; cityissue.com

City Living Home Furnishings  Eclectic accessories, comfortable furnishings and warm wood accents make this ideal shopping for the modern bungalow. 1135 Chattahoochee Ave. NW, (404) 350-9592; citylivinghome.com

Delaware River Trading Company  With the varied selection, you can put together a bachelor's pad, a Swedish-style child's room or a sexy dressing space. Unique pillows, lighting and furniture for transitional spaces. 905 Juniper St., Suite 110, (404) 874-5583; drtcstudio.com

Design Within Reach  This comprehensive catalog and Web resource has a retail location in Atlanta dedicated to the art of modern design. Looking for a modern classic or something by Mies van der Rohe? This is the perfect starting point. 2451 Peachtree Rd. NE, (404) 841-2471; dwr.com

Domus  From bold bath fixtures to the ultra-contemporary furniture of B&B Italia, high design abounds. Outfit the entire house—from fine crystal to sleek sofas. 1919 Piedmont Rd. NE, (404) 872-1050; domusinternational.com

Fontana Arte  Celebrated glass arts of Architect Gio Ponti are re-imagined as innovative lighting at this Italian company's new Westside-area showroom. 1316B Logan Cir. NW, (404) 835-6150; fontanaarte.it

Gilmartin Studios  Local furniture artisan Michael Gilmartin has his fluid pieces in museums across the country, including the High Museum of Art. Crafted out of specially treated Douglas fir, the colors deepen over time. 1385 English St., (404) 351-7886; michaelgilmartin.com

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Grizzel & Mann  This to-the-trade ADAC showroom carries lines such as Sutherland Teak, Allan Knight & Associates, Palmer Hargrave lighting and Designers Guild fabrics. 351 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE, Suite 120, (404) 261-5932; grizzelandmann.com

Herman Miller Atlanta National Design Center  This 15,000-sq.-ft. showroom, offering the best in innovative office furniture, was awarded LEED Gold certification in May 2007 for Commercial Interiors. 916 Joseph E. Lowery Blvd. NW, Unit 7, (404) 479-3600; hermanmiller.com

Huff Furniture & Design  Pop art for your home. Find neon chaises in fluid motion alongside designer rugs with contemporary cachet. 3178 Peachtree Rd., (404) 261-7636; hufffurniture.com

Illuminations Contract Lighting  Contemporary decorative lighting, including well-known lines by FLOS, The Modern Fan Co. and fanciful Italian glass-making company Venini. 1011 Monroe Dr. NE, (404) 876-1064; highlighters.com

Intaglia Home Collection  Its furniture has clean lines with comfort in mind. Lots of neutrals and woods keep the collections warm and inviting. 1544 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30324, (404) 607-9750; intagliahome.com

Jerry Pair  Members of the trade will find the lines from Madeline Stuart and Studio Printworks especially appealing, as well as the collections in the Holly Hunt space. 351 Peachtree Hills Ave., Suite 508, (404) 261-6337; jerrypair.com

Kolo Collection  A vast, beautifully displayed selection of high-end outdoor furniture and accessories. 1189 Howell Mill Rd., (404) 355-1717; kolocollection.com

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Ligne Roset  Soft contemporary designs from France. Many pieces are multi-functional, making them ideal for small spaces. 805 Peachtree St. NE, (404) 881-0500; ligneroset-atlanta.com

Logan Gardens  ADAC's hot stop for outdoor décor carries mod Euro lines like Kettal and Sifas, as well as McKinnon & Harris for retro chic. 351 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE, Suite 506 (404) 231-4808; logangardens.com

Lube of Atlanta  Whatever your style—modern, traditional or transitional—this store can help you create a custom kitchen with flair and functionality. 34 Irby Ave., (404) 846-5823; lubeofatlanta.com

Lush Life  Owner Bill Hudgins orchestrates the elegant, but not fussy, goods in his Buckhead shop with a curator's eye. 146 East Andrews Dr. NW, (404) 841-9661; lushlifehomegarden.com

Manorism  A world of looks under one roof, including the popular line of Rowe furniture. 1491 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd., (404) 603-8300; manorism.com

Max & Co.  Less formal and more contemporary offerings than its classic sister shop, Mrs. Howard. 425 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE, (404) 816-383; phoebehoward.net

Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams  Contemporary upholstery choices range from Jean-Michel Frank-inspired sofas to mid-century modern-style armless settees. 3081 Peachtree Rd. NE, (404) 869-1770; mgbwatlanta.com

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Modern Elements  This one-stop shop offers more than 60 lines to choose from, as well as a complimentary in-home design service. 10700 State Bridge Rd., Suite 6, Alpharetta (770) 777-0592; modernelementshome.com

OwenLawrence  Super-chic home accessories, tabletop decor, luxurious textiles and fragrant candles. 1200 Howell Mill Rd. NW, (404) 355-6101; owenlawrence.com

Pacific Showrooms West  A trade showroom with sleek lines, including those of design maverick Dakota Jackson. 351 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE, Suite 417, (404) 239-0019; pswfurniture.com

Pedini  Contemporary Italian kitchen showroom in the heart of Midtown. 826 Juniper St., (404) 817-3313; pediniatlanta.com

Pieces  Vintage items with flair make up this high-end Buckhead Village boutique. 3234-A Roswell Rd. NW, (404) 869-2476; piecesinc.com

Poggenpohl  Sleek German line of cabinetry custom-tailored for kitchen, bath or closet. 3280 Peachtree Rd. NE, Suite 125, (404) 816-7275; poggenpohlusa.com

Providence Antiques  This tiny Morningside shop is packed with curious and unusual stock collected from around the globe. Rare framed prints and other affordable knick-knacks are perfect for gift-giving. 1409 North Highland Ave., (404) 872-7551; providenceantiques.com

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Red Showroom  Features a creative mix of home furnishings, including the sculptural Wendell Castle Collection. 1110 West Peachtree St. NW, (404) 892-0588; redshowroom.com

Roche-Bobois  This company has evolved over the last 50 years by collaborating with talented European designers to create exclusive collections. The showroom offers fine leather furnishings and innovative designs. 3400 Around Lenox Rd. NE, Suite 204, (404) 467-1900; rochebobois.com

Room & Board  The freshest addition to White Provision, this three-story showroom—which closely rivals the New York flagship store—offers craftsman-made, soft modern furniture and accessories with sustainable, easy-to-afford style. 1170 Howell Mill Rd. NW, (404) 682-5900; roomandboard.com

SCIC  Pronounced “chic,” the 1,200-square-foot showroom is the upscale Italian retailer's first Atlanta outlet. Offers sleek and sophisticated kitchen products for homeowners with edgy, contemporary taste. 855 Peachtree St. NE, (404) 975-4320; scicatlanta.com

SieMatic  Clean-lined kitchen cabinetry in warm woods, laminate and lacquer for a wide range of looks. 3050 Peachtree Rd. NW, Suite 145, (404) 567–5320; siematic.com

Soorikian Furniture  Husband-and-wife team Matt and Karen Soorikian love creating beautiful and functional objects with a striking, simple elegance. 4705 Robinson Dr., (404) 691-2120; soorikian.com

Southern Design Source  Pieces in this trade showroom feature rich wood and metal finishes. Also carries a variety of luxurious textiles. 351 Peachtree Hills Ave., Suite 304 (404) 237-7177; sdsatl.com

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Space  Under the watchful eye of owner Tim Hobby, furniture is treated as couture. Features a clean-lined aesthetic and designs of which you'll never tire. Good selection of large-scale pieces. 805 Peachtree St. NE, (404) 228-4600; spacemodern.com

Stanton Home Furnishings  This chic and rustic shop is a favorite resource for found objects, stylish accessories, upholstered pieces and occasional tables—plus a huge selection of fashionable lighting. And with a hot new location on the Westside, this shop is now serving an even bigger customer base. 1250 Caroline St., Suite C120, (404) 586-9000 & 1194 Huff Rd., Atlanta 30318, (404) 351-3890; stantonhomefurnishings.com

SWITCH  Exotic woods and minimalist forms make this showroom stylish; but organization is what makes it an easy, modern lifestyle choice. 1193 Howell Mill Rd. NW, (404) 605-0196; poliformswitch.com

The Mercantile  While the style in this shop is definitely a mix, owner Barbara Heath stocks it with a number of intriguing and exquisite modern objects, including blown glass artisan light fixtures and sleek-lined George Smith upholstery. 1430 Dresden Dr., Suite B100, Atlanta 30319, (404) 816-0060; mercantileatlanta.com

Verde Home  The best source for elegant, eco-friendly design in Atlanta, this Westside shop reflects the impeccable taste of it owners Laura Walker Baird, Paul Baird and Kent Schneider, who share decades of experience in fine interiors and high-end product. 1000 Marietta St., Suite 244, Atlanta 30318, (678) 927-9113; verdehomeinc.com

Vinings Lighting  Gorgeous glass pendants, chandeliers and sconces for a wide range of tastes and budgets. 2810 Paces Ferry Rd., Suite 310, (770) 801-9600; http://store.viningslightingonline.com

Webb Marsteller  Chic accessories, cool lamps and Thibaut's collection of classic wallpapers with a kick. 425 Peachtree Hills Ave., No. 6, (404) 365-8161; webbmarsteller.com

West Elm  The latest innovation by those who brought you Williams-Sonoma, this Brooklyn-based catalog, Web site and store features furniture, wall décor, textiles, decorative accessories and tabletop designs at an engaging price point. 260 18th St., (404) 541-9310; westelm.com

YES  Located in Midtown's Metropolis building, the shop includes a hip mix of accessories, glassware and art, making it an ideal spot for furnishing a home or looking for a last-minute gift. Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams furniture is also available. 921 Peachtree St., (404) 733-5909; yes4me.com