By Darlene Brace
Adolph and Betsy Morando were the founders and owners of Borsari Foods Company, which specialized in gourmet food seasonings based on old family recipes since 2001. They served the Jamestown community with their seasonings and operated a very successful local business for over 25 years. Recently, they decided to retire from the food industry and sold the company that still operates locally.
Betsy is now looking forward to the next chapter of her life, pursuing a passion project by starting a new business that she loves and is very excited about. As a successful businesswoman, Betsy has the knowledge and expertise needed to run a thriving business. She has decided to embark on this new venture and launch Chautauqua Starr Customs.
Chautauqua Starr Customs specializes in the manufacturing of handcrafted, made-to-order chairs. Betsy shared that her passion for furniture design was sparked years ago, stemming from her family’s long history in the furniture business. Her grandfather was an English furniture designer who created various chair designs for local companies, while her father was a high-end furniture manufacturer. Her family’s rich legacy ignited her passion for furniture design, which ultimately led to her passion project and the establishment of Chautauqua Starr Customs.
Chautauqua Starr Customs is dedicated to creating bespoke furniture that is locally crafted in Chautauqua County. Each piece is handcrafted and made to order, ensuring uniqueness and avoiding mass production. The custom-made chairs are meticulously constructed from premium hardwood. Customers can select from a range of high-quality fabrics that reflect their individual preferences and tastes. These upscale, solid furniture pieces offer comfort and attention to detail, bringing a fresh and enjoyable change to your home. Their signature chairs can be tailored to embody your vision, creating something truly special for your space.
Betsy got the idea for her one-of-a-kind chair designs that have a timeless style from a renowned London furniture designer, known for a unique and vibrant approach to interior arrangements. She explained that this inspiration is the driving force behind her creations.
Betsy emphasized that while these chairs are a great enhancement for your home, they are also suitable for other environments. They are ideal for hotels, fine dining establishments, and corporate spaces, tailored to enhance the meticulous decor of various settings. Betsy will work closely with you to create custom pieces that embody your brand and are durable to withstand daily use for any type of setting.
Betsy is ready to arrange custom orders for these upscale, high-quality chairs. Since the business is just starting, Betsy is currently only focusing on one standard chair frame design, but she aims to introduce a variety of styles in the future, which will also include countertop bar stools.
Each chair has its story to tell. Whether you are looking for new chairs for your home, furniture for a boutique hotel lobby, a restaurant dining area, or multiple franchise locations, customers can personalize their furniture by choosing from a selection of high-quality fabrics, allowing them to design chairs that complement the aesthetics and styles of their homes and other spaces.
If you are interested in inquiring about the possibility of custom-made chairs for your home or business environment, you can visit chautauquastarr.com or chqstarr.com. Here you will fill out the inquiry page. Then Betsy will contact you, and you can begin your adventure in pursuing custom-made chairs that fit your unique style. You can also visit Chautauqua Starr Customs on its Facebook and Instagram pages.