Ancient & Modern Architecture is the world’s leading bespoke designer and manufacturer of stone stairways. Cutting edge engineering combines with exceptional stone masonary to create elegant sculptural structures that transform every environment.

Established in London in 1983, the specialist team at Ancient & Modern Architecture incorporates designers, stone procurement specialists, chartered engineers and master stonemasons. The firm’s reputation was founded on striking, architectural pieces featuring intricate carving and faithful historic interpretations of items such as mantles. The specialist stairways division was established in 2008 and draws on over 70 years of collective experience and expert knowledge.

The very finest raw materials including highest grade Italian marble, French limestone and English Portland stone combine with glass, wood and metal work in flawless, high functioning designs. The synergy between traditional techniques and cutting edge architectonics results in harmonious, sympathetic designs. Each and every Ancient & Modern Architecture stairway is unique and made to commission in close consultation with the clients and their design teams. Work spans galleries, museums, institutions, hotels, businesses and private residences.

The M. Alexander showroom, in which Town and Country magazine memorably dubbed “the crystal cave” is recognized by distinguished designers, decorators, architects and their clients as the renowned source for quality antique and reproduction lighting, ranging from the Renaissance through to the Mid-century Modern period.

One of the unique processes that sets Marvin Alexander apart in the D&D Building, is their team of artisans that create lamp shades by hand. Designers can come in-person to the showroom, see the products being made, and provide direction to the artisans to customize the product specifically to their clients’ needs.

Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned company has been synonymous with style, taste, and innovation. Our collections are comprehensive, with an extraordinary range united by respect for classicism, an eye for the cutting edge, and an unparalleled level of quality. A passion for luxury and an unwavering commitment to beauty are woven into everything we do.

Chesneys is the world’s leading supplier of luxury mantelpieces. We are an entrepreneurial British company, specializing in archival reproductions, antiques, and bespoke fireplace mantels. We believe in the fusion of traditional design and methods with modern aesthetics and manufacturing technologies.