Project Overview
From 1986 to 1998, my then husband, Carlos Castro, and I owned and operated Antares Miami, an art furniture gallery in Coconut Grove, Florida. The gallery became known for transforming discarded furniture into one of a kind works of art, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic collaboration.
Design Story
Our inventory began by collecting vintage hotel furniture from Miami Beach hotels that had fallen into disrepair. Years later, this district would be recognized as the historic Art Deco District. Rather than allowing these furnishings to be discarded, we saw an opportunity to restore and reinvent them.
Over the years, we worked with more than 200 artists who upholstered, hand painted, carved, and embedded stones into more than 6,000 individual pieces of furniture. Every piece became a unique work of art, reflecting the imagination and craftsmanship of the artist while preserving the history of the original furniture.
The gallery was named after the star Antares, which early astronomers mistakenly believed was a planet. We were inspired by the Latin meaning, “that which it is not,” and adopted the byline, “The Other World of Furniture.” The name reflected our philosophy of transforming ordinary furniture into something completely unexpected.
Each month we hosted highly acclaimed designer salons, each centered around a different creative theme. Collections such as The Watermelon Party, Animated Jungle Days, and custom creations like our island pool table showcased the imaginative spirit that made Antares Miami unlike any other furniture gallery.
What Made This Project Unique
Antares Miami was built on the belief that furniture could become art. By reclaiming discarded pieces and collaborating with hundreds of artists, we created a gallery where every furnishing told its own story. It was a place where imagination had no limits, and where ordinary furniture was transformed into something entirely unexpected.
Project Overview
From 1986 to 1998, my then husband, Carlos Castro, and I owned and operated Antares Miami, an art furniture gallery in Coconut Grove, Florida. The gallery became known for transforming discarded furniture into one of a kind works of art, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic collaboration.
Design Story
Our inventory began by collecting vintage hotel furniture from Miami Beach hotels that had fallen into disrepair. Years later, this district would be recognized as the historic Art Deco District. Rather than allowing these furnishings to be discarded, we saw an opportunity to restore and reinvent them.
Over the years, we worked with more than 200 artists who upholstered, hand painted, carved, and embedded stones into more than 6,000 individual pieces of furniture. Every piece became a unique work of art, reflecting the imagination and craftsmanship of the artist while preserving the history of the original furniture.
The gallery was named after the star Antares, which early astronomers mistakenly believed was a planet. We were inspired by the Latin meaning, “that which it is not,” and adopted the byline, “The Other World of Furniture.” The name reflected our philosophy of transforming ordinary furniture into something completely unexpected.
Each month we hosted highly acclaimed designer salons, each centered around a different creative theme. Collections such as The Watermelon Party, Animated Jungle Days, and custom creations like our island pool table showcased the imaginative spirit that made Antares Miami unlike any other furniture gallery.
What Made This Project Unique
Antares Miami was built on the belief that furniture could become art. By reclaiming discarded pieces and collaborating with hundreds of artists, we created a gallery where every furnishing told its own story. It was a place where imagination had no limits, and where ordinary furniture was transformed into something entirely unexpected.
Project Overview
From 1986 to 1998, my then husband, Carlos Castro, and I owned and operated Antares Miami, an art furniture gallery in Coconut Grove, Florida. The gallery became known for transforming discarded furniture into one of a kind works of art, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic collaboration.
Design Story
Our inventory began by collecting vintage hotel furniture from Miami Beach hotels that had fallen into disrepair. Years later, this district would be recognized as the historic Art Deco District. Rather than allowing these furnishings to be discarded, we saw an opportunity to restore and reinvent them.
Over the years, we worked with more than 200 artists who upholstered, hand painted, carved, and embedded stones into more than 6,000 individual pieces of furniture. Every piece became a unique work of art, reflecting the imagination and craftsmanship of the artist while preserving the history of the original furniture.
The gallery was named after the star Antares, which early astronomers mistakenly believed was a planet. We were inspired by the Latin meaning, “that which it is not,” and adopted the byline, “The Other World of Furniture.” The name reflected our philosophy of transforming ordinary furniture into something completely unexpected.
Each month we hosted highly acclaimed designer salons, each centered around a different creative theme. Collections such as The Watermelon Party, Animated Jungle Days, and custom creations like our island pool table showcased the imaginative spirit that made Antares Miami unlike any other furniture gallery.
What Made This Project Unique
Antares Miami was built on the belief that furniture could become art. By reclaiming discarded pieces and collaborating with hundreds of artists, we created a gallery where every furnishing told its own story. It was a place where imagination had no limits, and where ordinary furniture was transformed into something entirely unexpected.
Project Overview
From 1986 to 1998, my then husband, Carlos Castro, and I owned and operated Antares Miami, an art furniture gallery in Coconut Grove, Florida. The gallery became known for transforming discarded furniture into one of a kind works of art, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic collaboration.
Design Story
Our inventory began by collecting vintage hotel furniture from Miami Beach hotels that had fallen into disrepair. Years later, this district would be recognized as the historic Art Deco District. Rather than allowing these furnishings to be discarded, we saw an opportunity to restore and reinvent them.
Over the years, we worked with more than 200 artists who upholstered, hand painted, carved, and embedded stones into more than 6,000 individual pieces of furniture. Every piece became a unique work of art, reflecting the imagination and craftsmanship of the artist while preserving the history of the original furniture.
The gallery was named after the star Antares, which early astronomers mistakenly believed was a planet. We were inspired by the Latin meaning, “that which it is not,” and adopted the byline, “The Other World of Furniture.” The name reflected our philosophy of transforming ordinary furniture into something completely unexpected.
Each month we hosted highly acclaimed designer salons, each centered around a different creative theme. Collections such as The Watermelon Party, Animated Jungle Days, and custom creations like our island pool table showcased the imaginative spirit that made Antares Miami unlike any other furniture gallery.
What Made This Project Unique
Antares Miami was built on the belief that furniture could become art. By reclaiming discarded pieces and collaborating with hundreds of artists, we created a gallery where every furnishing told its own story. It was a place where imagination had no limits, and where ordinary furniture was transformed into something entirely unexpected.
Project Overview
From 1986 to 1998, my then husband, Carlos Castro, and I owned and operated Antares Miami, an art furniture gallery in Coconut Grove, Florida. The gallery became known for transforming discarded furniture into one of a kind works of art, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic collaboration.
Design Story
Our inventory began by collecting vintage hotel furniture from Miami Beach hotels that had fallen into disrepair. Years later, this district would be recognized as the historic Art Deco District. Rather than allowing these furnishings to be discarded, we saw an opportunity to restore and reinvent them.
Over the years, we worked with more than 200 artists who upholstered, hand painted, carved, and embedded stones into more than 6,000 individual pieces of furniture. Every piece became a unique work of art, reflecting the imagination and craftsmanship of the artist while preserving the history of the original furniture.
The gallery was named after the star Antares, which early astronomers mistakenly believed was a planet. We were inspired by the Latin meaning, “that which it is not,” and adopted the byline, “The Other World of Furniture.” The name reflected our philosophy of transforming ordinary furniture into something completely unexpected.
Each month we hosted highly acclaimed designer salons, each centered around a different creative theme. Collections such as The Watermelon Party, Animated Jungle Days, and custom creations like our island pool table showcased the imaginative spirit that made Antares Miami unlike any other furniture gallery.
What Made This Project Unique
Antares Miami was built on the belief that furniture could become art. By reclaiming discarded pieces and collaborating with hundreds of artists, we created a gallery where every furnishing told its own story. It was a place where imagination had no limits, and where ordinary furniture was transformed into something entirely unexpected.
Project Overview
From 1986 to 1998, my then husband, Carlos Castro, and I owned and operated Antares Miami, an art furniture gallery in Coconut Grove, Florida. The gallery became known for transforming discarded furniture into one of a kind works of art, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic collaboration.
Design Story
Our inventory began by collecting vintage hotel furniture from Miami Beach hotels that had fallen into disrepair. Years later, this district would be recognized as the historic Art Deco District. Rather than allowing these furnishings to be discarded, we saw an opportunity to restore and reinvent them.
Over the years, we worked with more than 200 artists who upholstered, hand painted, carved, and embedded stones into more than 6,000 individual pieces of furniture. Every piece became a unique work of art, reflecting the imagination and craftsmanship of the artist while preserving the history of the original furniture.
The gallery was named after the star Antares, which early astronomers mistakenly believed was a planet. We were inspired by the Latin meaning, “that which it is not,” and adopted the byline, “The Other World of Furniture.” The name reflected our philosophy of transforming ordinary furniture into something completely unexpected.
Each month we hosted highly acclaimed designer salons, each centered around a different creative theme. Collections such as The Watermelon Party, Animated Jungle Days, and custom creations like our island pool table showcased the imaginative spirit that made Antares Miami unlike any other furniture gallery.
What Made This Project Unique
Antares Miami was built on the belief that furniture could become art. By reclaiming discarded pieces and collaborating with hundreds of artists, we created a gallery where every furnishing told its own story. It was a place where imagination had no limits, and where ordinary furniture was transformed into something entirely unexpected.
Project Overview
From 1986 to 1998, my then husband, Carlos Castro, and I owned and operated Antares Miami, an art furniture gallery in Coconut Grove, Florida. The gallery became known for transforming discarded furniture into one of a kind works of art, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic collaboration.
Design Story
Our inventory began by collecting vintage hotel furniture from Miami Beach hotels that had fallen into disrepair. Years later, this district would be recognized as the historic Art Deco District. Rather than allowing these furnishings to be discarded, we saw an opportunity to restore and reinvent them.
Over the years, we worked with more than 200 artists who upholstered, hand painted, carved, and embedded stones into more than 6,000 individual pieces of furniture. Every piece became a unique work of art, reflecting the imagination and craftsmanship of the artist while preserving the history of the original furniture.
The gallery was named after the star Antares, which early astronomers mistakenly believed was a planet. We were inspired by the Latin meaning, “that which it is not,” and adopted the byline, “The Other World of Furniture.” The name reflected our philosophy of transforming ordinary furniture into something completely unexpected.
Each month we hosted highly acclaimed designer salons, each centered around a different creative theme. Collections such as The Watermelon Party, Animated Jungle Days, and custom creations like our island pool table showcased the imaginative spirit that made Antares Miami unlike any other furniture gallery.
What Made This Project Unique
Antares Miami was built on the belief that furniture could become art. By reclaiming discarded pieces and collaborating with hundreds of artists, we created a gallery where every furnishing told its own story. It was a place where imagination had no limits, and where ordinary furniture was transformed into something entirely unexpected.
Project Overview
From 1986 to 1998, my then husband, Carlos Castro, and I owned and operated Antares Miami, an art furniture gallery in Coconut Grove, Florida. The gallery became known for transforming discarded furniture into one of a kind works of art, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic collaboration.
Design Story
Our inventory began by collecting vintage hotel furniture from Miami Beach hotels that had fallen into disrepair. Years later, this district would be recognized as the historic Art Deco District. Rather than allowing these furnishings to be discarded, we saw an opportunity to restore and reinvent them.
Over the years, we worked with more than 200 artists who upholstered, hand painted, carved, and embedded stones into more than 6,000 individual pieces of furniture. Every piece became a unique work of art, reflecting the imagination and craftsmanship of the artist while preserving the history of the original furniture.
The gallery was named after the star Antares, which early astronomers mistakenly believed was a planet. We were inspired by the Latin meaning, “that which it is not,” and adopted the byline, “The Other World of Furniture.” The name reflected our philosophy of transforming ordinary furniture into something completely unexpected.
Each month we hosted highly acclaimed designer salons, each centered around a different creative theme. Collections such as The Watermelon Party, Animated Jungle Days, and custom creations like our island pool table showcased the imaginative spirit that made Antares Miami unlike any other furniture gallery.
What Made This Project Unique
Antares Miami was built on the belief that furniture could become art. By reclaiming discarded pieces and collaborating with hundreds of artists, we created a gallery where every furnishing told its own story. It was a place where imagination had no limits, and where ordinary furniture was transformed into something entirely unexpected.
Project Overview
From 1986 to 1998, my then husband, Carlos Castro, and I owned and operated Antares Miami, an art furniture gallery in Coconut Grove, Florida. The gallery became known for transforming discarded furniture into one of a kind works of art, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic collaboration.
Design Story
Our inventory began by collecting vintage hotel furniture from Miami Beach hotels that had fallen into disrepair. Years later, this district would be recognized as the historic Art Deco District. Rather than allowing these furnishings to be discarded, we saw an opportunity to restore and reinvent them.
Over the years, we worked with more than 200 artists who upholstered, hand painted, carved, and embedded stones into more than 6,000 individual pieces of furniture. Every piece became a unique work of art, reflecting the imagination and craftsmanship of the artist while preserving the history of the original furniture.
The gallery was named after the star Antares, which early astronomers mistakenly believed was a planet. We were inspired by the Latin meaning, “that which it is not,” and adopted the byline, “The Other World of Furniture.” The name reflected our philosophy of transforming ordinary furniture into something completely unexpected.
Each month we hosted highly acclaimed designer salons, each centered around a different creative theme. Collections such as The Watermelon Party, Animated Jungle Days, and custom creations like our island pool table showcased the imaginative spirit that made Antares Miami unlike any other furniture gallery.
What Made This Project Unique
Antares Miami was built on the belief that furniture could become art. By reclaiming discarded pieces and collaborating with hundreds of artists, we created a gallery where every furnishing told its own story. It was a place where imagination had no limits, and where ordinary furniture was transformed into something entirely unexpected.
Project Overview
From 1986 to 1998, my then husband, Carlos Castro, and I owned and operated Antares Miami, an art furniture gallery in Coconut Grove, Florida. The gallery became known for transforming discarded furniture into one of a kind works of art, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic collaboration.
Design Story
Our inventory began by collecting vintage hotel furniture from Miami Beach hotels that had fallen into disrepair. Years later, this district would be recognized as the historic Art Deco District. Rather than allowing these furnishings to be discarded, we saw an opportunity to restore and reinvent them.
Over the years, we worked with more than 200 artists who upholstered, hand painted, carved, and embedded stones into more than 6,000 individual pieces of furniture. Every piece became a unique work of art, reflecting the imagination and craftsmanship of the artist while preserving the history of the original furniture.
The gallery was named after the star Antares, which early astronomers mistakenly believed was a planet. We were inspired by the Latin meaning, “that which it is not,” and adopted the byline, “The Other World of Furniture.” The name reflected our philosophy of transforming ordinary furniture into something completely unexpected.
Each month we hosted highly acclaimed designer salons, each centered around a different creative theme. Collections such as The Watermelon Party, Animated Jungle Days, and custom creations like our island pool table showcased the imaginative spirit that made Antares Miami unlike any other furniture gallery.
What Made This Project Unique
Antares Miami was built on the belief that furniture could become art. By reclaiming discarded pieces and collaborating with hundreds of artists, we created a gallery where every furnishing told its own story. It was a place where imagination had no limits, and where ordinary furniture was transformed into something entirely unexpected.
Project Overview
From 1986 to 1998, my then husband, Carlos Castro, and I owned and operated Antares Miami, an art furniture gallery in Coconut Grove, Florida. The gallery became known for transforming discarded furniture into one of a kind works of art, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic collaboration.
Design Story
Our inventory began by collecting vintage hotel furniture from Miami Beach hotels that had fallen into disrepair. Years later, this district would be recognized as the historic Art Deco District. Rather than allowing these furnishings to be discarded, we saw an opportunity to restore and reinvent them.
Over the years, we worked with more than 200 artists who upholstered, hand painted, carved, and embedded stones into more than 6,000 individual pieces of furniture. Every piece became a unique work of art, reflecting the imagination and craftsmanship of the artist while preserving the history of the original furniture.
The gallery was named after the star Antares, which early astronomers mistakenly believed was a planet. We were inspired by the Latin meaning, “that which it is not,” and adopted the byline, “The Other World of Furniture.” The name reflected our philosophy of transforming ordinary furniture into something completely unexpected.
Each month we hosted highly acclaimed designer salons, each centered around a different creative theme. Collections such as The Watermelon Party, Animated Jungle Days, and custom creations like our island pool table showcased the imaginative spirit that made Antares Miami unlike any other furniture gallery.
What Made This Project Unique
Antares Miami was built on the belief that furniture could become art. By reclaiming discarded pieces and collaborating with hundreds of artists, we created a gallery where every furnishing told its own story. It was a place where imagination had no limits, and where ordinary furniture was transformed into something entirely unexpected.
Project Overview
From 1986 to 1998, my then husband, Carlos Castro, and I owned and operated Antares Miami, an art furniture gallery in Coconut Grove, Florida. The gallery became known for transforming discarded furniture into one of a kind works of art, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic collaboration.
Design Story
Our inventory began by collecting vintage hotel furniture from Miami Beach hotels that had fallen into disrepair. Years later, this district would be recognized as the historic Art Deco District. Rather than allowing these furnishings to be discarded, we saw an opportunity to restore and reinvent them.
Over the years, we worked with more than 200 artists who upholstered, hand painted, carved, and embedded stones into more than 6,000 individual pieces of furniture. Every piece became a unique work of art, reflecting the imagination and craftsmanship of the artist while preserving the history of the original furniture.
The gallery was named after the star Antares, which early astronomers mistakenly believed was a planet. We were inspired by the Latin meaning, “that which it is not,” and adopted the byline, “The Other World of Furniture.” The name reflected our philosophy of transforming ordinary furniture into something completely unexpected.
Each month we hosted highly acclaimed designer salons, each centered around a different creative theme. Collections such as The Watermelon Party, Animated Jungle Days, and custom creations like our island pool table showcased the imaginative spirit that made Antares Miami unlike any other furniture gallery.
What Made This Project Unique
Antares Miami was built on the belief that furniture could become art. By reclaiming discarded pieces and collaborating with hundreds of artists, we created a gallery where every furnishing told its own story. It was a place where imagination had no limits, and where ordinary furniture was transformed into something entirely unexpected.
Project Overview
From 1986 to 1998, my then husband, Carlos Castro, and I owned and operated Antares Miami, an art furniture gallery in Coconut Grove, Florida. The gallery became known for transforming discarded furniture into one of a kind works of art, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic collaboration.
Design Story
Our inventory began by collecting vintage hotel furniture from Miami Beach hotels that had fallen into disrepair. Years later, this district would be recognized as the historic Art Deco District. Rather than allowing these furnishings to be discarded, we saw an opportunity to restore and reinvent them.
Over the years, we worked with more than 200 artists who upholstered, hand painted, carved, and embedded stones into more than 6,000 individual pieces of furniture. Every piece became a unique work of art, reflecting the imagination and craftsmanship of the artist while preserving the history of the original furniture.
The gallery was named after the star Antares, which early astronomers mistakenly believed was a planet. We were inspired by the Latin meaning, “that which it is not,” and adopted the byline, “The Other World of Furniture.” The name reflected our philosophy of transforming ordinary furniture into something completely unexpected.
Each month we hosted highly acclaimed designer salons, each centered around a different creative theme. Collections such as The Watermelon Party, Animated Jungle Days, and custom creations like our island pool table showcased the imaginative spirit that made Antares Miami unlike any other furniture gallery.
What Made This Project Unique
Antares Miami was built on the belief that furniture could become art. By reclaiming discarded pieces and collaborating with hundreds of artists, we created a gallery where every furnishing told its own story. It was a place where imagination had no limits, and where ordinary furniture was transformed into something entirely unexpected.
Project Overview
From 1986 to 1998, my then husband, Carlos Castro, and I owned and operated Antares Miami, an art furniture gallery in Coconut Grove, Florida. The gallery became known for transforming discarded furniture into one of a kind works of art, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic collaboration.
Design Story
Our inventory began by collecting vintage hotel furniture from Miami Beach hotels that had fallen into disrepair. Years later, this district would be recognized as the historic Art Deco District. Rather than allowing these furnishings to be discarded, we saw an opportunity to restore and reinvent them.
Over the years, we worked with more than 200 artists who upholstered, hand painted, carved, and embedded stones into more than 6,000 individual pieces of furniture. Every piece became a unique work of art, reflecting the imagination and craftsmanship of the artist while preserving the history of the original furniture.
The gallery was named after the star Antares, which early astronomers mistakenly believed was a planet. We were inspired by the Latin meaning, “that which it is not,” and adopted the byline, “The Other World of Furniture.” The name reflected our philosophy of transforming ordinary furniture into something completely unexpected.
Each month we hosted highly acclaimed designer salons, each centered around a different creative theme. Collections such as The Watermelon Party, Animated Jungle Days, and custom creations like our island pool table showcased the imaginative spirit that made Antares Miami unlike any other furniture gallery.
What Made This Project Unique
Antares Miami was built on the belief that furniture could become art. By reclaiming discarded pieces and collaborating with hundreds of artists, we created a gallery where every furnishing told its own story. It was a place where imagination had no limits, and where ordinary furniture was transformed into something entirely unexpected.