Hayko's beautiful store has hosted many wonderful music performances and events over the past three years (complete with Hayko's famous coffees and teas!). Now, EIGHT of the musicians who've played at Hayko's are putting on a special concert to tell everyone about the store and its beautiful rugs. ______________________________ ______________________________ Any referral which leads to the sale of a carpet earns a 5% commission. With carpet prices ranging from $500.00 to $20,000.00, a 5% commission can be QUITE A LOT of money! Subway Directions: ______________________________ (And bring as many of your friends as you can-- we're aiming for a turnout of 120 people!)
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This large event is designed to increase Hayko's profile, get the word out about his carpets, and get some media attention for his store in the process.
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*Each person who attends shall also be entered into a drawing to win an authentic antique Turkish Carpet from Hayko's, valued near $1,000.00!
MUSICIANS ON THE BILL:
The musicians on the bill have all played during the Intimate Nights of Music series at Hayko's store, and are now returning the favor by donating their talents for this intimate night of living room-style music... in other words, candle-lit and unplugged! 
EARN BIG MONEY - REFERRAL OFFER:
REFER someone to Hayko's and EARN a 5% COMMISSION!
______________________________
ABOUT THE CONCERT VENUE:
The META Center (which holds 135 people) is committed to the arts and creativity scene in NY and has DONATED the use of their large and luxurious space to help us honor Hayko's!! For this evening, the center will be decorated with Hayko's carpets and lit by candle for the night of the performance.
An Intimate Night-- The META Center requests that people take off their shoes upon entering their main floor space where our event will be held.
4 Blocks Directly South from PENN STATION
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If you come to one event this year, please make it this one !!
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Hayko, you've blessed our lives by hosting countless inspiring nights of warm community and creativity at your unique and special venue (not to mention your complimentary Turkish Tea at every event!)...
Of course we'll all be there for this special concert in your honor!
Thursday, June 11, 2009
A special concert to honor Hayko and to show off his carpets!
Musicians Mobilize to Beat Economic Challenges Facing a NYC Master-Craftsman
Contact: Marianne Jaycox
646.678.7490
AlkemydiaCreative@gmail.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Musicians Mobilize to Beat Economic Challenges Facing a NYC Master-Craftsman
Concert for Hayko Fine Rugs and Tapestries to Benefit Unlikely and Beloved Showcase Venue for Roomful of Sky's Top Talent
NEW YORK, New York - June (date sent), 2009 - On Saturday, June 13, 7-10PM, some of the city's top musicians from the Roomful of Sky Records family will gather at the Meta Center at 214 West 29th Street on the 16th floor to support their unlikely and beloved Upper East Side performance venue, Hayko Fine Rugs and Tapestries. Nine acts will play a full night of "living room style" music to raise awareness and funds to support their friend Hayko Oltaci, one of the world's leading authorities on oriental rugs, and ensure the continued prosperity of his business - a carpet restoration, repair and retail shop. Ticket sale proceeds ($15 in advance/$20 at the door - $5 less with student I.D.) and a referral incentive (5% commission for anyone referring a sale) will help Hayko address possible challenging times ahead, as his friends help him prepare to rise above the city's economic downturn and avoid the financial plight plaguing increasing numbers of small business-owners.
When Phil and the Roomful of Sky family considered the city's economic situation and the possible effects on Hayko's operations, they decided to organize to ensure that Hayko's craftsmanship and his arts patronage would continue to thrive despite potential imminent challenges, and the idea for the "Save Hayko's" benefit concert was born. Performers will include accomplished folk/pop singer-songwriter of San Francisco fame, Noe Venable; alternative soul musician Bobby Kane, the male/female duo Kitch, Rich Casella of "guitar wizard" notoriety, bluesy multi-instrumentalist Jason Vitelli; Jessica Lee, edgy vocalist with 5-piece pop band; 5-piece southern blues band Katie Letts, Korean pop star JJ Bang, and Roomful of Sky president and Springsteenesque singer-songwriter Phil Robinson. In keeping with the ambiance of Hayko's shop, Jodi Serota, president of the Meta Center and the Roomful of Sky team have decided to decorate the Meta Center as a Turkish style salon, replete with candles, antique draperies and oriental rugs, as a backdrop for the event performances. All attendees will be automatically entered into a raffle to win an authentic antique Turkish carpet valued at $1,000.
Hayko Fine Rugs and Tapestries, unbeknownst to many urbanites, is transformed in the evenings into one of the city's most unique performance spaces for intimate creative collaboration. Hayko, a Turkish-born Armenian old-world artisan with a special gift for carpet restoration and repair, opened up his space to Roomful of Sky Records president Phil Robinson and his colleagues, for intimate shows and gatherings, after they met at one of Phil's salon-like Culture Circle events three years ago. Hayko, who had evidenced both talent and passion for art and music himself as a youth, recognized an opportunity to support the arts by inviting Phil and his creative community to gather at his store in the evenings, rather than in the rented spaces they were accustomed to using. Delighted to provide a unique venue for the city's burgeoning creative talent to socialize and perform with and for one another, Hayko explains, "the experience of people making music among the oriental rugs and lamps gives a beautiful feeling. I love music; it gives me courage and energy, and I use it to pray." "I am thankful to have such people in my life," Hayko states. "When I came to New York, I did not know the language and had no family here. Then I met Phil and his friends. I knew I wanted to help them, and I knew maybe someday they would help me too. That time is now, and I am grateful. Says Phil, "Playing at Hayko's allows established and new talent to come together in a supportive and uniquely intimate environment. We want to show Hayko how much his friendship means to us."
To RSVP and for more information visit: haykos@roomfulofsky.com or call 917-583-0523.
Hayko Fine Rugs and Tapestries is owned and operated by Hayko Oltaci,. With more than 30 years experience gained in the leading ateliers of Istanbul, Strasbourg, Paris and New York, Hayko is an international expert in fine oriental rugs and tapestries in the world. His workshop and sales showroom at 857 Lexington Avenue in New York City contains some of the finest examples of the ancient art of weaving, in all price ranges from museum quality pieces to one-of-a-kind rugs for as little as a few hundred dollars. Hayko also offers rug-weaving classes. For more information, visit www.hayko.com/index.html.
Roomful of Sky is an umbrella organization for two thriving companies which combine art and commerce by taking a grass-roots and do-it-yourself approach to business: Roomful of Sky Records, an indie music label and Roomful of Sky Events, a New York-based entity facilitating community collaboration. For more information, visit www.roomfulofsky.com.
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646.678.7490
AlkemydiaCreative@gmail.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Musicians Mobilize to Beat Economic Challenges Facing a NYC Master-Craftsman
Concert for Hayko Fine Rugs and Tapestries to Benefit Unlikely and Beloved Showcase Venue for Roomful of Sky's Top Talent
NEW YORK, New York - June (date sent), 2009 - On Saturday, June 13, 7-10PM, some of the city's top musicians from the Roomful of Sky Records family will gather at the Meta Center at 214 West 29th Street on the 16th floor to support their unlikely and beloved Upper East Side performance venue, Hayko Fine Rugs and Tapestries. Nine acts will play a full night of "living room style" music to raise awareness and funds to support their friend Hayko Oltaci, one of the world's leading authorities on oriental rugs, and ensure the continued prosperity of his business - a carpet restoration, repair and retail shop. Ticket sale proceeds ($15 in advance/$20 at the door - $5 less with student I.D.) and a referral incentive (5% commission for anyone referring a sale) will help Hayko address possible challenging times ahead, as his friends help him prepare to rise above the city's economic downturn and avoid the financial plight plaguing increasing numbers of small business-owners.
When Phil and the Roomful of Sky family considered the city's economic situation and the possible effects on Hayko's operations, they decided to organize to ensure that Hayko's craftsmanship and his arts patronage would continue to thrive despite potential imminent challenges, and the idea for the "Save Hayko's" benefit concert was born. Performers will include accomplished folk/pop singer-songwriter of San Francisco fame, Noe Venable; alternative soul musician Bobby Kane, the male/female duo Kitch, Rich Casella of "guitar wizard" notoriety, bluesy multi-instrumentalist Jason Vitelli; Jessica Lee, edgy vocalist with 5-piece pop band; 5-piece southern blues band Katie Letts, Korean pop star JJ Bang, and Roomful of Sky president and Springsteenesque singer-songwriter Phil Robinson. In keeping with the ambiance of Hayko's shop, Jodi Serota, president of the Meta Center and the Roomful of Sky team have decided to decorate the Meta Center as a Turkish style salon, replete with candles, antique draperies and oriental rugs, as a backdrop for the event performances. All attendees will be automatically entered into a raffle to win an authentic antique Turkish carpet valued at $1,000.
Hayko Fine Rugs and Tapestries, unbeknownst to many urbanites, is transformed in the evenings into one of the city's most unique performance spaces for intimate creative collaboration. Hayko, a Turkish-born Armenian old-world artisan with a special gift for carpet restoration and repair, opened up his space to Roomful of Sky Records president Phil Robinson and his colleagues, for intimate shows and gatherings, after they met at one of Phil's salon-like Culture Circle events three years ago. Hayko, who had evidenced both talent and passion for art and music himself as a youth, recognized an opportunity to support the arts by inviting Phil and his creative community to gather at his store in the evenings, rather than in the rented spaces they were accustomed to using. Delighted to provide a unique venue for the city's burgeoning creative talent to socialize and perform with and for one another, Hayko explains, "the experience of people making music among the oriental rugs and lamps gives a beautiful feeling. I love music; it gives me courage and energy, and I use it to pray." "I am thankful to have such people in my life," Hayko states. "When I came to New York, I did not know the language and had no family here. Then I met Phil and his friends. I knew I wanted to help them, and I knew maybe someday they would help me too. That time is now, and I am grateful. Says Phil, "Playing at Hayko's allows established and new talent to come together in a supportive and uniquely intimate environment. We want to show Hayko how much his friendship means to us."
To RSVP and for more information visit: haykos@roomfulofsky.com or call 917-583-0523.
Hayko Fine Rugs and Tapestries is owned and operated by Hayko Oltaci,. With more than 30 years experience gained in the leading ateliers of Istanbul, Strasbourg, Paris and New York, Hayko is an international expert in fine oriental rugs and tapestries in the world. His workshop and sales showroom at 857 Lexington Avenue in New York City contains some of the finest examples of the ancient art of weaving, in all price ranges from museum quality pieces to one-of-a-kind rugs for as little as a few hundred dollars. Hayko also offers rug-weaving classes. For more information, visit www.hayko.com/index.html.
Roomful of Sky is an umbrella organization for two thriving companies which combine art and commerce by taking a grass-roots and do-it-yourself approach to business: Roomful of Sky Records, an indie music label and Roomful of Sky Events, a New York-based entity facilitating community collaboration. For more information, visit www.roomfulofsky.com.
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Monday, December 8, 2008
Armenian Reporter:
Hayk “Hayko” Oltaci remembers the day he realized he had a passion for rugs
Crazy about carpets
by Silva Harapetian
Photo Credit Silva Sergenian
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Armenian Reporter:
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Crazy about carpets
by Silva Harapetian
Photo Credit Silva Sergenian
View Gallery
Armenian Reporter:
Posted using ShareThis
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
The Ritz-Carlton Magazine Feature
Ritz-Carlton Magazine 4 in Studio
4in studio
They are world-class entrepreneurs, but artists at heart.
They find inspiration in a piece of fabric, a rooftop or an
empty stage — wherever a blank canvas exists upon which
innovation takes flight. Indeed, when it comes to theater set
and costume designer Garance Marneur, weaver and restorer
Hayk Oltaci, furniture architect Werner Aisslinger and fashion
legend Miuccia Prada, their legacies will not be defined by sales
and merchandising. They will instead be remembered for the
passion they brought to their craft.
by karlin mccarthy
ritzcarlton.com
4 in studio inspire hayk oltaci
PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEVEN VOTE
4 in studio
Name: Hayk Oltaci
Where in the world: New York, where his business,
Hayko Fine Rugs and Tapestries, has operated at 857
Lexington Ave. (at 65th Street) for 12 years.
Known for: Celebrating his heritage through sublime
rug designs. Oltaci’s showroom is the place where
patrons worldwide come for the finest in authentic rugs.
He works closely with museums, private collectors and
auction houses such as Christie’s, often over Turkish
coffee. Born in Istanbul to Armenian parents, he came to
New York City in 1988 with his wife (both of his daughters
were born in the U.S.). He learned his craft while
living in Strasbourg, France, for 10 years.
Quote: “Above all things, an honorable and forthright
relationship is by far the most important thing to me.”
What inspires him: An experience from his youth
sparked a lifelong pursuit of excellence, as Oltaci explains:
“My grandfather gave me a beautiful Turkish prayer rug
from the Konya Ladik region when I was 17. There was
a hole in the center of the rug and the selvage end was
missing. We knew a repair man and we brought it to him.
Three months later, we got it back. My heart was broken;
it was horrible what they did to it. They put a patch on the
hole and cut off the ends! It looked like a cheap machine-
made rug. This rug had been a beautiful work of art, like
a great painting. Now it was ruined by bad repair. I knew
at that moment I wanted to help save these great works of
art from my country.”
Next projects: Oltaci will be conducting classes in
the ancient art of rug weaving every month, a way to
share his passion with patrons. “Most of our clients are
by now old friends — they come back over and over
through the years,” he says. “We greatly value these
long-term relationships. We hope to meet more new
friends and look forward to working with them in the
coming years.” (To find out more, go to http://www.hayko.com
or call Oltaci’s showroom at 212-717-5400.)
ritzcarlton.com
editor’s
letter
devoted to the arts
The Ritz-Carlton hotels around the world celebrate and sup-
port the arts in so many unique ways, we felt it was important
now to present some of these experiences in our magazine.
Considering the beautiful objects and collections we display
in our hotels and resorts, the local exhibitions we underwrite
and partner with, and the launch of the new Ritz-Carlton Film Se-
ries (which you can read more about in our profile of cinematog-
rapher Joshua Hess on page 154), it’s more timely than ever to
introduce — or re-introduce, as the case may be — the people
who literally design, create and color our world.
What better way to announce this special issue than with
an original work of art on our cover? Having the opportunity to
review the work of illustrators from around the world was a real
treat for me, and when we decided to commission a piece by
the international artist Brett Ryder, I was thrilled with the beauti-
ful piece he came up with. The more I look at it and its sugges-
tion that we are virtually limitless in how our imaginations can
fly forth, the more I feel it portrays not only who we are as a brand, but
what we truly offer our guests in the way of thrilling experiences in the
arts. From Picasso exhibits in our lobbies to nature programs on our
beaches to packages that let our guests get behind the scenes at local
museums, The Ritz-Carlton celebrates the arts every single day.
When I was in Palm Beach recently, I noticed the unique collection
of “shoes” in the presidential suite (anytime I see shoes I am auto-
matically intrigued — what girl is not?). The story behind the design
of these shoes and the artist who creates them is fascinating, as is
the curation of the glass and sculpture collection at The Ritz-Carlton,
Westchester. You’ll see those and more about making a hotel room
feel more like a home in our story “Hotel, um ... Art?” on page 136.
Deciding which craftspeople to profile for our “In Studio” feature on
page 127 was an artistic exercise in its own right. We had to narrow
a list of more than 15 fascinating people down to four, and I’m sure
you’ll like whom we have decided to focus on. I am especially touched
by Turkish rug designer Hayk Oltaci’s story about how he become
involved in restoring these precious works of art.
Finally, though not technically part of the art theme, this issue’s spa
feature does have its artistic elements — and a very special meaning
for me. When I was pregnant last year, one of my favorite ways to relax
was to enjoy several maternity-specific massages and the VIP treat-
ment one receives at our properties when one is a “nurturer to be.”
You’ll learn all about that (and the fabulous Mama Mio products that go
with these treatments) on page 148. I’m still enjoying the line’s Tummy
Rub and Shrink to Fit lotions even with no baby on the way.
Have a great summer. We hope to see you around the world,
Jamie M. Hoffman
Corporate Manager, Marketing
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.
The Ritz-Carlton Magazine
go to blog
4in studio
They are world-class entrepreneurs, but artists at heart.
They find inspiration in a piece of fabric, a rooftop or an
empty stage — wherever a blank canvas exists upon which
innovation takes flight. Indeed, when it comes to theater set
and costume designer Garance Marneur, weaver and restorer
Hayk Oltaci, furniture architect Werner Aisslinger and fashion
legend Miuccia Prada, their legacies will not be defined by sales
and merchandising. They will instead be remembered for the
passion they brought to their craft.
by karlin mccarthy
ritzcarlton.com
4 in studio inspire hayk oltaci
PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEVEN VOTE
4 in studio
Name: Hayk Oltaci
Where in the world: New York, where his business,
Hayko Fine Rugs and Tapestries, has operated at 857
Lexington Ave. (at 65th Street) for 12 years.
Known for: Celebrating his heritage through sublime
rug designs. Oltaci’s showroom is the place where
patrons worldwide come for the finest in authentic rugs.
He works closely with museums, private collectors and
auction houses such as Christie’s, often over Turkish
coffee. Born in Istanbul to Armenian parents, he came to
New York City in 1988 with his wife (both of his daughters
were born in the U.S.). He learned his craft while
living in Strasbourg, France, for 10 years.
Quote: “Above all things, an honorable and forthright
relationship is by far the most important thing to me.”
What inspires him: An experience from his youth
sparked a lifelong pursuit of excellence, as Oltaci explains:
“My grandfather gave me a beautiful Turkish prayer rug
from the Konya Ladik region when I was 17. There was
a hole in the center of the rug and the selvage end was
missing. We knew a repair man and we brought it to him.
Three months later, we got it back. My heart was broken;
it was horrible what they did to it. They put a patch on the
hole and cut off the ends! It looked like a cheap machine-
made rug. This rug had been a beautiful work of art, like
a great painting. Now it was ruined by bad repair. I knew
at that moment I wanted to help save these great works of
art from my country.”
Next projects: Oltaci will be conducting classes in
the ancient art of rug weaving every month, a way to
share his passion with patrons. “Most of our clients are
by now old friends — they come back over and over
through the years,” he says. “We greatly value these
long-term relationships. We hope to meet more new
friends and look forward to working with them in the
coming years.” (To find out more, go to http://www.hayko.com
or call Oltaci’s showroom at 212-717-5400.)
ritzcarlton.com
editor’s
letter
devoted to the arts
The Ritz-Carlton hotels around the world celebrate and sup-
port the arts in so many unique ways, we felt it was important
now to present some of these experiences in our magazine.
Considering the beautiful objects and collections we display
in our hotels and resorts, the local exhibitions we underwrite
and partner with, and the launch of the new Ritz-Carlton Film Se-
ries (which you can read more about in our profile of cinematog-
rapher Joshua Hess on page 154), it’s more timely than ever to
introduce — or re-introduce, as the case may be — the people
who literally design, create and color our world.
What better way to announce this special issue than with
an original work of art on our cover? Having the opportunity to
review the work of illustrators from around the world was a real
treat for me, and when we decided to commission a piece by
the international artist Brett Ryder, I was thrilled with the beauti-
ful piece he came up with. The more I look at it and its sugges-
tion that we are virtually limitless in how our imaginations can
fly forth, the more I feel it portrays not only who we are as a brand, but
what we truly offer our guests in the way of thrilling experiences in the
arts. From Picasso exhibits in our lobbies to nature programs on our
beaches to packages that let our guests get behind the scenes at local
museums, The Ritz-Carlton celebrates the arts every single day.
When I was in Palm Beach recently, I noticed the unique collection
of “shoes” in the presidential suite (anytime I see shoes I am auto-
matically intrigued — what girl is not?). The story behind the design
of these shoes and the artist who creates them is fascinating, as is
the curation of the glass and sculpture collection at The Ritz-Carlton,
Westchester. You’ll see those and more about making a hotel room
feel more like a home in our story “Hotel, um ... Art?” on page 136.
Deciding which craftspeople to profile for our “In Studio” feature on
page 127 was an artistic exercise in its own right. We had to narrow
a list of more than 15 fascinating people down to four, and I’m sure
you’ll like whom we have decided to focus on. I am especially touched
by Turkish rug designer Hayk Oltaci’s story about how he become
involved in restoring these precious works of art.
Finally, though not technically part of the art theme, this issue’s spa
feature does have its artistic elements — and a very special meaning
for me. When I was pregnant last year, one of my favorite ways to relax
was to enjoy several maternity-specific massages and the VIP treat-
ment one receives at our properties when one is a “nurturer to be.”
You’ll learn all about that (and the fabulous Mama Mio products that go
with these treatments) on page 148. I’m still enjoying the line’s Tummy
Rub and Shrink to Fit lotions even with no baby on the way.
Have a great summer. We hope to see you around the world,
Jamie M. Hoffman
Corporate Manager, Marketing
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.
The Ritz-Carlton Magazine
go to blog
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Türk halısı Amerika’da uçuyor
| Türk halısı Amerika’da uçuyor | |
Saturday, April 26, 2008
Broadcasted internationally on TRT-INT and TRT TURK
Interview is in Turkish only
Yeni Ufuklar
Yeni Ufuklar is your guide to the United States.
Broadcasted internationally on TRT-INT and TRT TURK, Yeni Ufuklar aims to bridge relationships between Turks living in the United States and overseas in addition to providing insights of life in Turkey and the cultural and historic heritage of the Turkish people.
Yeni Ufuklar
Yeni Ufuklar is your guide to the United States.
Broadcasted internationally on TRT-INT and TRT TURK, Yeni Ufuklar aims to bridge relationships between Turks living in the United States and overseas in addition to providing insights of life in Turkey and the cultural and historic heritage of the Turkish people.
Sunday, March 23, 2008
The Ancient Art of Rug Weaving
The purpose of this group is to promote the ancient art of rug weaving in the greater NY area.CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Meet with other local Weavers
Rug Weaving Workshop
join us for a beginner’s rug weaving class by master craftsman Hayk Oltaci impart the ABCs of rug weaving, including vertical weaving techniques (knotting, warp, weft) and the beginnings of design. Call to reserve your spot availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
See the full event details at http://weavers.meetup.com/32
We work closely with individuals -- whether they have a modest amount to invest or are considering adding a museum-quality rug to their collection -- on a one-to-one basis. We encourage any one who loves beautiful and valuable things to come in for a private consultation at no charge. Please email info@hayko.com or telephone us at 212-717-5400
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