Z Gallerie Furniture

Founded in 1979, Z Gallerie is a poster shop turned furniture store. Originally based in Sherman Oaks, California, the company was started by brothers Mike and Joe Zeiden. Their sister Carole Malfatti later joined the venture. Eventually, the company grew to include several stores across the United States.

The company's biggest claim to fame is its wall art. This consists of items such as hanging wall mirrors. The store also offers an ever-changing selection of stylish designs, including contemporary home decor, bedding and furnishings.

The store has an eye for modern trends and has a robust Style Personalities program. Their consultants act as guides, offering advice on decorating and entertaining. Among other perks, Z Gallerie offers free catalogs to US shoppers.

As for the company's products, the Z Gallerie name is not synonymous with the latest and greatest, but its high-end, mid-priced furniture and home decor collections are a solid bet. The store also offers a slew of unique modern wall art pieces. The company's merchandising is a mix of regional design and the odd-ball combination of glam and retro.

The company has closed over a dozen stores in the last two years. Earlier this year, the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to get out of its lease obligations. The company reportedly reported less than $2 million in cash on hand. It is unclear how the company will manage to avoid going under. But the company's executive team has already made clear that it will remain in business, albeit with fewer stores.