Claus has over 45 years of experience in furniture and design. Educated in Denmark, followed by four years in England working for a furniture and design company that specialized in Scandinavian furniture, he then spent time in Arizona and California before settling in Norfolk, VA in 1975, where he founded Decorum Furniture.
Claus has a passion for the furniture and design business, a keen interest in architecture, love for the arts, and enjoys the cultural amenities of the Hampton Roads Region as well as the City's great selection of restaurants. Claus' favorite pastime is to spend time at home with his Husband, family and friends.
Claus has a passion for the furniture and design business, a keen interest in architecture, love for the arts, and enjoys the cultural amenities of the Hampton Roads Region as well as the City's great selection of restaurants. Claus' favorite pastime is to spend time at home with his Husband, family and friends.
Services
When choosing furniture for your home, you want to pick the right pieces for every room of the house, but especially the bedroom. The bedroom is where you start and end your day, so you need to design your bedroom in a way that will make you feel safe, comfortable, and happy. Here at Decorum Furniture, we have a variety of contemporary bedroom furniture.
If you're looking for attractive, modern, reliable office furniture, you're in the right place. At Decorum Furniture, we have office furniture in a variety of styles to suit offices of any shape and size. Since the mid-1970s, we have provided furniture to homes and businesses throughout the area. Our office furniture options are perfect for home offices as well as businesses.
The Hampton Roads region has been extraordinary kind to us and to Decorum Furniture and we are very thankful for the support we receive. Part of our motto is "paying it forward" and Claus Ihlemann, Robert Roman and the Decorum Team try to live by that and we have made it part of our company culture.
Decorum Furniture will help make your purchase of new furniture and home accents seamless. We deliver with our own company trucks and our delivery teams are professional, courteous, and fully qualified technicians. Your delivery will be scheduled in a time frame to fit your busy schedule.
You will also receive a courtesy call to update you with the ETA on the day of delivery and, upon arrival at your home, our team will seek your guidance for placement of your furniture and proceed with the installation.As the delivery is completed, all shipping and packing materials will be hauled away.
You will also receive a courtesy call to update you with the ETA on the day of delivery and, upon arrival at your home, our team will seek your guidance for placement of your furniture and proceed with the installation.As the delivery is completed, all shipping and packing materials will be hauled away.
Products displayed in Decorum Furniture Showroom, located in Norfolk, Virginia, and featured on our website are carefully selected for this market. Decorum represents over 200 suppliers located in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, Africa, Central and South America. We fully evaluate each supplier and product to assure they comply with applicable laws and customer satisfaction standards.
Reviews (16)
Marcella Ryan
Dec 23, 2021
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Best furniture store to deal with. I’ve dealt with Decorum for over 10 years. Walter has always provided the best customer service. The quality of furniture is something you won’t find any where else. They even deliver 4 hours away! I will never shop anywhere else due to the quality of service I am provided time and time again. Thank you Decorum!
Anthony Turner
Dec 22, 2021
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Harley Handy
Nov 14, 2021
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I hear people say 'Decorum is Expensive'. Hold on... Their prices are higher in some cases, but not always. They have decent sales, but the experience and quality they offer are valuable. I understand if someone wants to order a $500 sofa from Wayfair, but that's not what this is.
I have made a number of small purchases from Decorum over the years, and recently purchased a sofa. Everyone I spoke with was friendly and helpful. The store was clean, smelled good, and had many items to choose. Walter was great! He listened to my ideas on new decor and offered helpful suggestions. I didn't just buy
I have made a number of small purchases from Decorum over the years, and recently purchased a sofa. Everyone I spoke with was friendly and helpful. The store was clean, smelled good, and had many items to choose. Walter was great! He listened to my ideas on new decor and offered helpful suggestions. I didn't just buy
Milton McGee
Oct 27, 2021
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Two and a half years after purchasing a dining room set they started to peel (2019). We purchased a warranty so we thought we were covered. Nope! Warranty only covers repairs not peeling (2019). We contacted the store and was offered a minimal credit towards a new set (2020). Why would we want another set of chairs after this horrible experience. I wish zero stars was available. We have since purchased chair covers to hide the cottage cheese! Chairs that are used minimally should not look like this after a few years especially at this price point. Never again!
Cheryl B.
Oct 11, 2021
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Melissa Chamberlain
Oct 02, 2021
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For the last 20 years, we have enjoyed shopping at Decorum for high quality, contemporary furnishings and accessories for our home. This year, we are finishing a remodel of a new home and we have many new spaces to fill. As always, Decorum is there with a solid selection of good, contemporary furniture -- and thoughtful, attentive customer service (shout out to Mark who has been a great help). We are not huge fans of buying online, so we appreciate being able to visit a showroom that has so much of what we like. Decorum has been a pleasure to work with over the years and so many of our favorite
Jim Bugg
Aug 16, 2021
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Decorum has become our go to furniture store in Norfolk. Al Cortado is one of the most helpful sales people we have experienced…anywhere. If you haven’t considered Decorum when looking for quality furniture, you should. It is a very personalized experience that you just can’t get at a big box furniture retailer.
Kimberly Warren
Jul 18, 2021
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We have had such a wonderful experience at Decorum and with Al. He is so wonderful!! I asked him to help us with design recommendations and he really did a fabulous job. He put together a great presentation and made so many great choices after visiting our home. Even when I changed my mind he was go generous in helping me make the switch. Everyone we came in contact with at the store and the delivery men were super stars. I really can not say enough how great our experience was and hope that we have a lifetime of design assistance with Al.
Ted Tzavellas
May 22, 2021
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The year was 1985 when we stepped into Decorum for the first time, but not the last. From the original purchase that year to just yesterday’s buy, we have been steadfast with our belief in the true value of furniture that Decorum always provides.
Decorum’s real worth to you is exemplified by its staff. Their design advice, expertise and experience create an environment without pressure or sales expectations. You are welcomed when you enter, but never badgered until you are desperate to leave.
Times may change, but quality is timeless. If your dreams are the blueprints for reality, then take
Decorum’s real worth to you is exemplified by its staff. Their design advice, expertise and experience create an environment without pressure or sales expectations. You are welcomed when you enter, but never badgered until you are desperate to leave.
Times may change, but quality is timeless. If your dreams are the blueprints for reality, then take
Janet P.
Jan 22, 2021
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Amber L.
Dec 26, 2018
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Decorum is like a wonderland. Three floors of beautiful choices. Everything is so modern and beautiful. All of the staff are extremely friendly and knowledgeable. They treat everyone like they are family. I adore the gift shop. They have a huge variety of items that are unique and priced well. I've shopped here several times and it's never a disappointment. There is something for everyone. My friend has decorated a majority of his place with items from Decorum and it looks award winning, magazine spread worthy. I would highly recommend the store to others. Even if you aren&apos
Audrey A.
Dec 19, 2018
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This furniture store is the BEST in Hampton Roads!! The staff is amazing, very knowledgeable, and helpful. The staff are wonderful in terms of helping you design your space, and also in terms of what piece of furniture will really meet your needs. The gift shop is great too, and is a great place to shop for unique Christmas gifts. Wherever you live in Hampton Roads - Decorum Furniture is worth the trip! $
Elli P.
Nov 19, 2017
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Greg T.
Jun 02, 2017
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Went in today for the first time, I once lived next door at 201 21, and I am glad I did. Walter helped me and the wife and he was great. I work at VCF and worked at Haynes and the Dump for 19 years. I have to say that I was very surprised that they had 999 sofas and really great deals on Floor Sampled only. Cool store man, and also if you can wait, lots of colors and configuration's. Ask if cost there is a cost change for more expensive looking fabric samples, could
save time. They also have books and small gifts. The wife spent 43 bucks on what's in the picture, she also has
save time. They also have books and small gifts. The wife spent 43 bucks on what's in the picture, she also has
Alison M.
Mar 25, 2013
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Leona B.
Aug 07, 2010
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The Norfolk Decorum has become more than just a retail store; it's a Ghent landmark that has gentrification written all over it.
It's typically way out of my price range -- who am I kidding -- furniture in general is out of my price range.
But Decorum's stuff is beautiful. Going in there is mostly a fantasy trip into the pages of Elle Decor. They sell well-made contemporary and classic pieces. The showroom is just fun to get lost in.
I actually did purchase four dining room chairs there once. And when I say "I," I mean that my mother-in-law was kind enough to purchase
It's typically way out of my price range -- who am I kidding -- furniture in general is out of my price range.
But Decorum's stuff is beautiful. Going in there is mostly a fantasy trip into the pages of Elle Decor. They sell well-made contemporary and classic pieces. The showroom is just fun to get lost in.
I actually did purchase four dining room chairs there once. And when I say "I," I mean that my mother-in-law was kind enough to purchase
