Hellenic Rug Expands AmericasMart Showroom

Atlanta, GA, May 3, 2006--Hellenic Rug Imports has expanded its AmericasMart Atlanta showroom to a 6,600 square feet. The company has expanded its AmericasMart facilities annually since 2000. A showroom owner since 1999 and a Market Temporaries exhibitor in the years previous, Hellenic is located in AmericasMart, floor 6, 6G12. Established in 1988 to support its parent company, Mazarakis Flokati of Greece--Hellenic’s new collections include Westervelt, Spring Floral and Floral, Goel Neutrals, Heriz, Isphanan and Twisted Wonders. “We’re pleased to announce the expansion of our Atlanta showroom,” states Steve Mazarakis, president and chief executive officer, Hellenic Rug Imports, Inc. “The constant growth of the Hellenic line--with the additions of licensed lines including those of “Divine Design’s” Candice Olson; American great outdoorsman Dick Idol with his lifestyle rugs featuring World Vineyards; Fashion and Home designer Bob Mackie; and television personality Cristina Ferrare--have given Hellenic the enviable opportunity to again grow what is already our largest and primary showroom. To Hellenic, AmericasMart is the national epicenter for area rugs,” continued Mazarakis.