Palecek, the California-based designer and manufacturer of natural, handcrafted home furnishings, is pleased to announce that it was named winner of the ARTS Award for Accent Furniture in Dallas on Saturday. Presented annually by the Accessories Resource Team, the ARTS Award and gala celebrate the achievements of its members in the competitive decorative accessory industry.
While Palecek has won many ARTS Awards in years past, this win is unique as it is the first year the company has been nominated in the Accent Furniture category since it was inducted into the Hall of Fame for the same category in 2007. “Winning our first year back in the Accent Furniture category really speaks to our strength in designing what we know our customers want: distinctive statement pieces for the home,” said President, George Van Ess.
Nominees are judged by a panel of industry professionals including designers, professors, editors, and manufacturers on all aspects of their business ranging from customer service and philanthropy to product design and overall brand perception. One product is submitted for judging, and this year it was Palecek’s Adelaide Lounge Chair. Featuring a dark pole rattan frame with organic twists and turns, the chair is accented with a tailored espresso leather seat and back. The mix of materials and craftsmanship makes the chair distinctly Palecek, and the award-winner that it is today.
This year was momentous for the growing family business as Andrew Palecek,
son of founder Allan Palecek, accepted the award on its behalf. “It was
an honor to accept the ARTS Award on behalf of our company,” said Andrew
Palecek, who focuses largely on Product Design and Strategic Sales. “Even
more importantly, the win means a lot to our community of employees. This award
is a reflection of everyone’s efforts, and a sign that the company is
stronger than ever.”
ABOUT PALECEK
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Palecek is a preferred national and international
wholesaler of handcrafted furniture, accessories and lighting. Inspired by a
network of artisans from around the world, Palecek creates its signature look
by combining the best natural materials with top quality construction, resulting
in pieces that function beautifully in both residential and hospitality environments.
Offering everything from award winning innovations to custom designs, Palecek
is a one-stop manufacturer for retailers and designers who need highly versatile
products as stylish as they are timeless. Founded by President Allan H. Palecek,
the company has permanent, to-the-trade-only showrooms in Atlanta, Dallas, Los
Angeles, and San Francisco, as well as a market-only showroom in High Point,
North Carolina.