When your living room needs a sprucing, or your decor could use some fine-tuning, these New Orleans Home Care experts know the perfect way to upgrade your space!
Banana Manor
Banana Manor Rug Co. is “A Rug Store Like No Other,”. Voted the #1 Rug Store in New Orleans by Gambit, New Orleans Home, etc.. and named a Top 25 Retail Star in the US by Home Accents Today. Plus they are a major “go to rug resource” for Interior Designers on the Gulf Coast & beyond.
When founding this extremely unique rug brand, the Head Banana, Scott McKearn, decided to make this brand an extension of himself, with “Ridiculous” as a core component. So his billboards parodying the infamous Burt Reynolds Cosmo centerfold come as no surprise.
Shop Banana Manor in-store and online and you will be amazed by their HUGE inventory of handmade rugs of all styles, but their specialty is Colorful & Whitewashed Oushaks. 6 years ago they set out with the goal to establish themselves as the premier retail and wholesale source for this rug type, with the largest offering and best prices in the U.S. and are well on their way to achieving that goal.
Learn more at bananamanor.com.
Exterior Designs by Beverly Katz
Some of New Orleans’ most memorable homes aren’t defined by their architecture alone — they’re defined by the gardens and courtyards that invite you to linger. For more than three decades, Beverly Katz of Exterior Designs has been creating timeless outdoor spaces that feel as though they’ve always belonged.
Known as “The New Orleans Courtyard Designer,” Beverly specializes in landscape design, construction and garden management for historic homes and distinctive residential properties throughout Uptown, the Garden District and surrounding neighborhoods. From intimate courtyards and lush gardens to elegant pools, terraces and outdoor living spaces, every landscape is thoughtfully designed to complement the home’s architecture while reflecting the owner’s lifestyle.
At Exterior Designs, the goal is simple: create beautiful outdoor spaces that flourish through every season and become an enduring part of the home’s story.
Learn more at exteriordesignsbev.com.
Gulf Coast Lanterns
Located just a short drive from New Orleans, Gulf Coast Lanterns offers a vast selection of over 3,000 models of gas, electric, and faux flame copper lanterns, with over 150 models on display in their Downtown Covington showroom. Customers see firsthand the high quality of these lanterns—many of unique designs—while receiving expert, in-person guidance from knowledgeable professionals.
Homeowners, builders, designers, architects, and developers enjoy the welcome advantage of fast, two-to-five-day delivery times when selecting copper lanterns for their homes or projects. Fast shipping and competitive pricing are both good reasons to make the drive across the lake. All customers can expect to receive the same gracious customer service regardless of project size.
Take the quick drive across the lake to Gulf Coast Lanterns, 401 North Columbia Street in Covington, or skip the drive and view Gulf Coast Lanterns’ products online at gulfcoastlanterns.com.
Gulf Coast Lanterns offers fast, free shipping and the most competitive prices on the market.
Call 800-910-3275 for showroom hours or to make an appointment.
Young’s Dry Cleaning
Since 1940, Young’s Dry Cleaning has been a trusted part of the New Orleans community, caring for generations of families and the garments that matter most. We’re incredibly grateful for that trust, and today, we’re re-dedicating ourselves to the city we proudly serve with a renewed focus on customer experience, exceptional garment care, and the latest advancements in dry cleaning technology.
From drop-off to pickup, we’re committed to making every visit simple, welcoming, and dependable. We’re grateful for every customer who walks through our doors and believe friendly faces, real-time order updates, and attentive service are all part of providing the experience our customers deserve.
Behind every finished garment is an investment in modern equipment, proven cleaning techniques, and the craftsmanship needed to deliver a consistently high-end finish. Whether it’s everyday clothing or cherished specialty pieces, every item is treated with the attention it deserves.
Moving forward, we will continue to earn the trust instilled in us and consider it a privilege to serve the New Orleans community. We at Young’s Dry Cleaning look forward to continuing that tradition for many years to come.
Learn more at youngsdrycleaning.com.
1st Lake
Established in 1970, 1st Lake Properties, Inc. and its affiliated companies are the largest developer and manager of multifamily communities in the state of Louisiana. 1st Lake Properties designs, develops, acquires, and manages over 10,000 apartment homes in Greater New Orleans, primarily in Metairie, Kenner, and River Ridge, with additional apartment homes in Baton Rouge, the Northshore, and Picayune, Mississippi. Specializing in high-quality communities, 1st Lake Properties’ apartments operate under the 1st Lake Properties management division. 1st Lake Properties’ foremost goal is: “To provide an ideal living experience for our residents through exceptional customer service and a commitment to the highest standards of quality.” With this approach, 1st Lake has become synonymous with premier apartment living, earning a reputation as a leading force in New Orleans’ multifamily community market. 1st Lake Corporate is the corporate housing division specializing in temporary, furnished apartments for extended stays of 90 days or more.
Visit 1stlake.com for more information. •
