My experience is absolutely positive. Scott pointed me towards a really nice spruce-based hardwood…read more The installation could not have gone better. The installer, Dick, worked quickly and methodically, putting in the flooring in my condo in three days, and installing new baseboards in a fourth day. What really impressed me, more than the aspect of speed, was the meticulousness. Everywhere I look, the new floor is meeting a wall or a room boundary, perfectly.

Aleksandr was very patient and knowledgeable while helping me with laminate for our condo. Thank…read moreyou for your time again, we've made a good choice. Very happy with the staff and my new flooring!

The Persian rug business is one that requires much expertise, and owner Daniel can wonderfully well…read morehelp you make one of the very best purchases of a rug to fit your home. At this store there are inexpensive and costly carpets, but as with all things well done, price matters when longevity and quality are of importance to you. With the help of Daniel I came to understand something of the different styles and qualities of carpets. It's a complex world where the best rugs are made, by whom and how. But be prepared to drop some dollars for the one(s) you fancy. Want a carpet to spice up your entryway (runner), to accent your living room, or to spice up your bathroom? Come down to Caspian across from Chinook, and see what your home could look like. Enjoy.

The incredible story of just one fine Persian rug - no matter where it's made - is amazing! Certain…read morevillages in Iran, Pakistan, India, Afghanistan, and elsewhere in south-central Asia house carpet designers and artisans who have a particular style in making the finest they are capable of. Their expertise is so well tailored to their craft that each quality carpet is a separate work of art, that in turn defines the village and its ancestry in very cool ways. Bofts. Owner Ali Keshvari and his fine esposa have the best Persian carpet store in Calgary (that distinction used to be with the House of Persia, but their showcase store closed down and now apparently has downsized to do other things). What sets Ali apart is his vast knowledge of these carpets and what he brings to Calgary from Toronto where he competed in a huge and over-crowded market. Calgary is fortunate, for there are those of us who have discovered the true story of the finest of Persian rugs, and get to know the value of a rug that's almost priceless. What kind of rug or carpet or runner do you want for your home? Come here first. You can pay from $400 for a plain pattern or up to $28,000 for a finest of silk or wool rug here, and the staff exudes a genuine care for and honesty about their carpets. Of course you can pay full retail, but why not ask for a small discount on a purchase that can last for your lifetime and more if cared for. Yes, some of the carpets here are decades old, and still don't show their age. Read no more. Just make your way to Boft's on the funky 9th Avenue district of Mills Estate sandwiched between Inglewood and East Village. Ask all the questions you want, and you will get answers that Ali and his fine people are glad to answer.

We walked into your store Ali, and was surprised to see 3 young men repairing rugs in store! Kind…read moreof a show and tell as you walk into Boft. When we went downstairs to see the HUGE selection of Rugs and the Space u had to show the rugs, I was even more impressed. The best part of the experience though was your honesty and professionalism. I thank you for your service and detail! Jeff

Homesense is the store that helps you put the HOME in your homeowner status and the BROKE in your…read morebank account. Once you step into the store, your imagination is awakened with dreams of how fancy your home could be if you invested in a few scarlet candles, embroidered fingertip towels and a Turkish rug. Ok, enough of my confessions. I love this place for getting unique home decor. There's a high inventory turnover so there's always something new and decently discounted. They're definitely not the cheapest path for home decor but they do provide the most variety. There's 4 locations that I'm aware of and have visited in Calgary but this one is my favourite for having the right combination of size, merchandise and proximity to Market Mall without the crazy mall crowd. There are times when the lines can be too long and the return policy window too short but I've also never had problems with staff in any Homesense location so +1 for customer service

I was looking for some matchings for my bedroom and an employee named (aliya )helped me find out…read moreeverything she was very kind and wearing her mask keeping proper distance it makes me feel so comfortable And help me find the right matchings and colours for my bedroom .

We recently purchased two beautiful silk carpets from Indo Designer Rugs. The staff were all very…read morehelpful and willing to show us as many carpets as we wanted to view. We were also given good instructions on how to best clean and care for them. Our only concern is that as lovely as our new silk carpets are, they are somewhat thinner than what we had expected, and not as plush as the wool ones we replaced.

Okay seriously... how much time have I spent on 17th Ave?!? Years? Decades? A quarter of a century?…read more And still, it wasn't until yesterday that I had ever stepped foot inside Indo-Designer Rugs. One question: WHHHYYY?!?!? What a cool store! I mean, don't get me wrong, it's not like I"m a rug collector or anything, but I can definitely appreciate a beautiful rug. And considering this place carries Nepalese rugs, Indian rugs, silk rugs, Persian rugs, Afghanee rugs, and the list goes on and on, even an amateur rug observer can see that this place is where it's at. Plus, as if that wasn't enough, they also carry artifacts, statues, room dividers, showpieces and interior decorations. This place is absolutely amazing. And it's HUUUUUGE. From the outside, yeah, it looks pretty big, but you walk in, and it goes back as far as the eye can see! It's amaaazing! I will however warn you ahead of time: It costs big money to have things like what they carry shipped to Canada. So yes, everything is pretty highly priced. But keep in mind that artifacts, showpieces and designer rugs are always pricey. And hey, they do have a very thorough clearance section, so if you're on the 'spend-less' regiment, then you can definitely peruse this section and the chances of you seeing something you like are very high. Indo-Designer Rugs makes me wish I had a big mansion to put all these amazing things in. Well, for now, I'll just have to stick to going there to look, but mark my words, as soon as I get my very first luxurious crib, It will be completely furnished courtesy of Indo-Designer Rugs. Lookin' forward to it!

Kam at Carpet Empire is exceptional to work with. We have done a few jobs with him and the price…read moreand performance has been great. Highly recommend.

When a jewellery maker friend of mine advised me that the best high quality jewellery you can buy…read morein Calgary is obviously Holt Renfrew and this one shop on 17th called Rubaiyat. Now I pass here all the time, never in my wildest dreams did I expect what I saw inside; we are talking first of all an incredibly large store that descends for eternity to the back and is just plain lovely!! My friend wasn't exaggerating, every showcase, every shelf; every glassed cabinet was chockfull of lovely designer jewellery in the most spectacular designs. Here they carry some of the same designers as they do in Holt Renfrew but for a lot cheaper prices. But it didn't stop at jewellery there were beautiful globes of blown glass, intricately carved chopping boards that I would have hung rather than use and then my favourite an ethnographic object showcase in the far back featuring ceremonial objects from around the world. Here you can find original African Masks, fertility symbols from many countries, Native American antique pieces and authentic temple Buddhas. These objects were definitely market prices, you can buy these pieces for 4 times more on EBay, and here they are quite reasonable in price. Some of them have documentation too, so you know what village or tribe you are buying that object from. The service is tremendous, the people here know their stuff, they understand the precious cargo they carry. They are extremely present in helping you to see a piece or two, in my case more than 10. I love this store, it is exquisite, some of the most unique items I have ever seen and jewellery with such spirit, you should check this store out.

Rubaiyat delivers an experience unparalleled to any other. Walking through the gallery will have…read moreyou discovering the quintessential in home decor and jewelry, unlike any you will find anywhere else. At the heart of Rubaiyat is passion, dedication, and a love that applies not just to the beautifully displayed and meticulously sourced products, but for the clientele who walk through the doors. Whether you're a local resident of Calgary or merely visiting, ensure you take the time to visit this family owned boutique.

They are increadible thieves as a culture. Even without it, when given a second chance, furniture…read morewas stained....it goes on. My advice , don't spend money there

Found a great deal on a dining room table that was priced much higher at other stores. The…read moresalesperson was helpful and not pushy.