Founded in Bangkok in 1994 around Burmese colonial teak, Paul’s Antiques now brings together Southeast Asian antique furniture and rare collectible objects under owner Angela Somwaiya. Its on-site workshop restores and refinishes vintage pieces while also turning reclaimed teak into custom furniture, preserving the wood’s character and handmade feel. The collection has expanded beyond Burma to Thailand and cultures across Asia, reflecting Angela’s market-hunting eye and background in Japanese and Thai studies.
Annapolis Maritime Antiques & WoodworksAnnapolis Maritime Antiques & Woodworks pairs a maritime antiques shop with a Tracys Landing workshop that builds, repairs, and restores furniture inspired by nautical history. After four years operating online and from a converted waterman’s shed, the business opened its Eastport doors on June 26, 2014, and now works from the former Raven Maritime Studio. Its woodwork gives salvaged pieces a second life, including furniture made from historic boat hardware and reclaimed vessel materials.ANNAPOLIS, MD
Johnson Furniture RestorationOwned and operated by Gregory Johnson, Johnson Furniture Restoration is built on 40 years of furniture craftsmanship, beginning with his apprenticeship under his father and continuing through 11 years as a principal finisher for artist Wendell Castle. Based in New York’s Finger Lakes region, the shop is known for carefully preserving the character and historical significance of antique and fine furniture, including the work of contemporary studio artists.AVON, NY
Daniel Scuderi Antiques, IncFrom its New York City shop, Daniel Scuderi Antiques makes bespoke furniture and restores fine vintage antiques, with a particular eye for Art Deco and French designs inspired by the Ruhlmann tradition. The company brings more than 40 years of experience and four generations of craftsmanship to custom pieces developed with interior designers, architects, and private clients.NEW YORK, NY
Thomas M. Amato Co., IncFounded in 1915 by Sicilian cabinet maker Thomas M. Amato, this Long Island City family business repairs, restores, and renews office and other fine furniture. Now run by third-generation brothers John and Peter Amato, the company carries that Old World craftsmanship into a 15,000-square-foot facility, where its team handles everything from antique restoration to custom reupholstery and architectural woodwork. Some staff members have been with Amato for 30 years or more.LONG ISLAND CITY, NY