Business Details
35 Years
experience
Custom Furniture for Interior Designers
Charles Ray & Associates has been a trusted resource for custom upholstery furniture since 1991. Founded by Charles Ray, our legacy began in 1949 with his grandfather's furniture store in Ohio, where Charles developed his vision for a comprehensive design destination. We expanded into a one-stop store offering furniture, carpet, draperies, and curated vignettes, combining decades of industry expertise with an MBA-driven business strategy. Our Atlanta and Dallas showrooms provide access to over 100 premium furniture brands, serving interior designers with personalized solutions. With a focus on quality craftsmanship and extensive fabric selections, we enable designers to create impactful spaces that reflect clients' unique needs.Our team maintains deep industry relationships with leading manufacturers like Norwalk Furniture and Century, ensuring access to cutting-edge designs. We operate from prime locations in AmericasMart Atlanta and Dallas World Trade Center, offering trade professionals unparalleled service and product variety. Our commitment to excellence has established us as a respected name in the furniture industry, blending tradition with contemporary innovation. Through strategic growth and a dedication to designer needs, we continue delivering exceptional value to the interior design community. Our legacy of success stems from combining preparation with opportunity, creating lasting partnerships with both clients and vendors.
Services
Custom Upholstery
Case Goods
Interior Design Support
Fabric Selections
Vignette Design
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer access to 100+ premium furniture brands for design professionals
- Our Atlanta and Dallas showrooms provide strategic nationwide coverage
- We combine 30+ years of upholstery expertise with modern design solutions
- Our curated vignettes help visualize complete room transformations
- We maintain direct relationships with leading manufacturers like Norwalk Furniture
Services
Custom Upholstery
We create tailored upholstery solutions that match specific design requirements. Our craftsmen work with hundreds of fabric options to produce unique pieces that reflect client preferences. This service enables interior designers to deliver one-of-a-kind spaces that stand out in residential and commercial projects.
Case Goods
We offer extensive collections of wooden furniture including tables, cabinets, and storage solutions. Our curated selection features both traditional and contemporary designs that complement custom upholstery pieces. This service provides complete room solutions through coordinated case goods and upholstery combinations.
Interior Design Support
We provide dedicated support for interior design professionals through showroom consultations and product selection assistance. Our team helps translate design concepts into functional spaces using our extensive product offerings. This service includes access to design tools and resources for trade clients.
Fabric Selections
We maintain hundreds of fabric choices for custom furniture projects. Our selection includes performance materials, luxury textiles, and specialty finishes that meet diverse design needs. This service allows designers to create unique pieces that match specific color schemes and functional requirements.
Vignette Design
We create fully styled room vignettes that demonstrate furniture arrangements in context. These displays help visualize how different pieces work together in complete spaces. This service supports designers in presenting cohesive concepts to their clients.
People
Charles Ray
Founder
With a furniture industry career spanning since 1949, Charles Ray established this company in 1991 after decades of experience. His background includes working with Norwalk Furniture and developing innovative showroom concepts that combine functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Gloria Ventura
Co-Owner
As co-owner, Gloria Ventura brings extensive industry knowledge and business expertise to our operations. Her leadership helps maintain our commitment to quality while expanding our reach in the interior design market through strategic partnerships.
Questions
What services do you offer for interior designers?
We provide custom upholstery, case goods, fabric selections, and vignette design services specifically for interior design professionals.
How long have you been in business?
Our company was founded in 1991, though our legacy in the furniture industry began in 1949 with our founder's early career.
Where are your showrooms located?
We have showrooms in Atlanta's AmericasMart and Dallas World Trade Center for convenient nationwide access.
What furniture brands do you carry?
We represent over 100 premium brands including Norwalk Furniture, Century, and Bernhardt through our showroom partnerships.
Do you work directly with homeowners?
We specialize in serving interior design professionals, though we can connect homeowners with qualified designers through our network.
