As you enter Far Pavilions, it takes you to a different place and time. It is an intriguing store offering unique antiques, art work old and new, accessories and furniture from India, China, Indonesia, Thailand and Nepal. Our large collection of beautiful Chinese antiques from different provinces in China is very unique. The products combine an old world charm and craftsmanship with elements of contemporary styling and functionality. The result is an array of beautiful treasures that offer limitless possibilities for the home. In addition to solid wood construction, the original time-worn patina brings out the color and flavor of an era from the rich romantic heritage that is ours.

This exclusive line of furniture is a well-balanced collection of designs ranging from rustic to eclectic, from antique to contemporary, proportioned and durable for today’s casual chic lifestyles, created with style and strength. The furniture is unique, practical, affordable and easily helps a person furnish a place very close to their heart …….. their castle, their home.

Expanding beyond its strong ethnic origins, Far Pavilions now travels throughout Asia in search of the optimal blend of cultural influences, resulting in the new world of “Casual Chic Antiques and Reproductions”.

“Our mission”, says Ratna, owner " is to bring high quality home décor from Asia to the discerning shopper. Our life and life styles have changed so dramatically and we live in such a global village environment that it is fun to bring about different flavors to create a unique harmonious ambiance which introduces a totally new dynamic into your home"! Far Pavilions helps bring a small piece of that world community to you. Owner Hannu travels in search of exclusive items and makes certain that each piece is hand selected and original.

Ratna continues “the personality, character and the very essence of your home and what you choose to surround yourself with, is in direct co-relation to the personality, character and the very soul of the furnishings you select for your home”. Far Pavilions not only offers impeccable quality and integrity in each item but also a true individuality that cannot be replicated.

Says Hannu, “In our experience, we have found one rule of thumb to be true; combine the old and the new, the simple and the complex, the bright and the subdued, excellent quality and utility and you will always achieve great results”. To that end we offer a special kind of furniture that is unique, practical, affordable and easily helps every person furnish a place very close to their heart, their home”.

Continues Hannu, “In my travels abroad I find myself drawn to old furniture layered with color and age. The fact that every piece was created by hand as a functional item while maintaining its artful quality and integrity gives it an honesty that is captivating. The human need to incorporate art and beauty into the most fundamental daily tools is a moving experience and this is what I look for when selecting products to import”. Our line represents the colonial period in India namely British, Moghul, Dutch, Portuguese and French. The furniture business in colonial India worked both ways, while the British were shipping condiments, precious metals and silks back to England, the Indian Royalty were busy shopping in London and Paris and bringing treasures to our homeland which have a direct bearing on the furniture and furnishings we bring you.

There is always a story to tell about their pieces. If there is an audience willing to listen Ratna will share a story rich in folklore and history. This is what makes this business interesting, creative and fun.