TRADE SPACE:
C.A.I. Designs Now Open to Design Professionals
With an established presence throughout the nation's interior design industry, C.A.I. Designs has arrived in the vibrant Central Indiana design scene as a welcomed new addition, bringing with it a legacy of distinction and inspiration.
Founded in 1995 by Joe Caminiti, C.A.I. Designs currently operates showrooms in Arlington Heights and Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Troy, MI; and now Carmel, IN. "I've had the pleasure of traveling to Indiana for the last 30 years," Caminiti reflects, "and it has become very obvious that Indiana has a tremendous design community and a very active one that is very professional and committed to design." The latest showroom fills what Caminiti saw as “a void for a great place for designers to bring their clients to at the wholesale level.”
This trade-only resource stands out in the luxury interior design landscape due to its commitment to exclusivity. Selling only to industry professionals, the approach allows designers to confidently bring their clients to explore the collections while ensuring all sales will only ever go through them, never directly to the client. But the benefits don't stop there. C.A.I.'s to-the-trade model allows them to showcase truly unique pieces. "Because we don’t sell to the masses, we can bring in vendors like Verellen and Alfonso Marina, that carry unique products that they would never, ever see in a retail setting," explains Caminiti. This gives designers the ability to offer their clients something truly special— pieces they'd otherwise have to travel to major design hubs like the Chicago Merchandise Mart or High Point Market to see.
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The showroom showcases the C.A.I. philosophy of inspiring creativity, offering a comprehensive range of products to complete entire projects. "We went floor-to-ceiling, offering products to really complete an entire project," Caminiti says, describing the company's evolution over the past three decades.
Recognizing the growing importance of lighting, C.A.I. has made a robust investment in this design element over the years. Each showroom features a lighting boutique and lighting specialists to help designers find just the right fit for ambient, accent or task purposes. This focus supports designers as they elevate their projects, adding that final touch that can truly transform a space. While product range is important, staying ahead of trends also matters at C.A.I. In an effort to meet designer needs before they arise, Caminiti travels extensively, attending fairs in Paris, Milan, High Point and beyond, attending design events to see firsthand new trends around the world in order to be the first to bring in exciting products. Yet, amidst the ever-changing world of design, they remain grounded in timeless principles. As Caminiti observes, "Good style, good scale and good design always sell, so as much as there are trends and innovations, you still need to look at the standard products that continue to sell and continue to be part of the interior design universe." For luxury interior designers in Indianapolis and beyond, C.A.I. Designs is not just a showroom—it's a partnership, a resource and a catalyst for creating truly exceptional spaces. Visit the C.A.I Designs Indianapolis Showroom in the Carmel Tech Center at 12232 Hancock Street in Carmel. For more information, find them online at caidesigns.net and follow @caidesigns on Instagram. 
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