Cantoni

Answers by Stuart Tinsley, Vice President, Marketing cantoni.com

Give us a brief history and overview of your company.

Cantoni opened its doors in 1984. Since then, we’ve remained committed to our clients, the great modern design that we carry, and our bold approach to designing spaces. Building lifelong relationships and improving our clients’ lives through design has always been second nature to us as we provide an exceptional portfolio of modern design from all over the world, as well as streamlined design services to help you see our stunning pieces in action within your home.

Where is your company based, and how many locations do you have in the Dallas area?

Cantoni is based in Dallas, Texas, with two retail stores on Alpha Road and a to-the-trade showroom in the Dallas Design District on Dragon Street.

What product range do you offer, and what do you specialize in? What are some of the most sought-after lines you carry?

Cantoni specializes in modern furnishings, accessories, kitchens, and closets from a wide variety of luxury brands from around the world. Our area of expertise remains in Italian design, where we have many ties. Some of our most sought-after Italian furnishings come from brands such as, but not limited to, Cattelan Italia, Gamma Arredamenti, and Malerba Collection, the latter of which is exclusively sold in the United States only at Cantoni.

What do you feel distinguishes you from your competitors?

At Cantoni, we’ve remained steadfast in our belief that our clients and our passion for great modern design is what sets us apart. Our Triple C Service (Cantoni. Customer. Commitment.) is at the center of everything we do. Along with our top-notch customer service—which is followed by all team members, including our founder and CEO, Michael Wilkov—Cantoni also prides itself on our design services. With a comprehensive range of services that encompasses everything you need to create a truly beautiful space, we are here to make creating your dream space fun and effortless.

For someone who has never visited your store, what can they expect?

Expect to be greeted by a team of talented designers who are knowledgeable on all the products we carry. Our no-pressure atmosphere makes it easy to shop and navigate through our expansive store that offers vignettes that will inspire the best ideas. Plus, each store offers plenty of customization options, making it easy to find and create a piece that is exactly to your liking.