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Product Spotlight: Orian Bookcase

The JKM Home line is all about balancing tradition with modern style. The Orian bookcase stands as testament to good design and function, something not lacking from any of the pieces in the JKM line. Orian is a chic and modern update of the classic etegere with five fixed shelves with glass inserts. Dressed in stylized plaid mahogany, walnut and ebony marquetry, Orian adds instant architecture to an interior and creates a stunning feature wall when used in multiples. Learn more [...]

Preview the New JKM Home Collection

In the midst of High Point Market, we’re so excited about the new introductions to the JKM Home line! The line was so well received – catching the attention of Traditional Home editors – and today we’re giving you an exclusive peek at some of the new pieces which are just as beautifully designed as the rest of the line. The new additions include cocktail tables, accent tables, consoles, and a desk that will make your mouth drool. All of [...]

The Origin of JKM Home

The more time you invest into studying the design industry, the more you will come to realize that all great designers seemed to have been destined to be designers since birth. It’s almost as if the angels from above blessed some little babies with timeless good taste and a sense of harmony. Well, that may be extreme, but the idea holds up. When it comes to J. Kent Martin, good taste is in his genes, though if you ask his [...]

J. Kent Martin Home Tables are Here!

Launching our own furniture line created by and named after our co-founder J. Kent Martin has been an exciting process. Yesterday we received our first shipment of his creations and we’re stocked up and ready to ship! This first introduction of tables, chests, and consoles feature unique sculptural elements and are constructed from high end materials. During the design process J. was inspired by classic and modern art, and this greatly influenced the look of the new pieces, unifying tradition with [...]