You don't need to hop a plane to Milan to seek out the modern furniture for which Italy is famous. Design Centro Italia, a store in Emeryville, Calif., has a Web site where you can browse for Italian furniture, lighting and accessories. The retailer also offers modern classics from masters such as Le Corbusier, Mies van der Rohe and Noguchi.
Delivery is extra, but at least it's cheaper than airfare.
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