Dr. Anna meets with factory representative Doug Higgins at the International Home Furniture Market to look at new contemporary furniture. Anna is a Russian furniture buyer with a keen eye for European furniture. "Many of our customers from India all share the same last name - Patel. Indian people like Russian people love contemporary Italian furniture. The finest Russian, Indian, and European furniture comes from Italy. Everyone in the world loves modern Italian furniture," Dr. Anna says.

Prior to joining 1 Contemporary Furniture Dr. Anna Milostanova was a Russian gynecologist in charge of the surgery department at hospital N27 in the Ukraine. "I grew up in the Russian city of Kharkov, a large city of 1,400,000. Ukraine is part of the former Soviet Union. The country of Ukraine is half Russian. The late Pope John Paul II prayed often to unite the eastern and western Roman Catholic Church. He was referring to the former Soviet Union. "My grandfather was the famous Surgeon of Stalingrad who saved many lives under extreme circumstances during WWII," she says. Many Americans have forgotten that Russia and America where allies during WWII. "Because of our history, Russia and America must always be friends. Working together Russia and the United States can do great things for mankind," Dr. Anna says. Also see Russia: We'll help U.S. stabilize Afghanistan.

Capt. Gill Fisher and Dr. Anna Milostanova
President & Vice President | Husband Wife Team
Capt. Gill & Dr. Anna work from their contemporary furniture store
located at Hilton Head Island (Bluffton to locals).

Prior to founding 1 Contemporary Furniture Gill Fisher was an American ship captain working in
Europe aboard mega-yachts like M/Y Shamwari, a 150' Italian motor yacht on charter in the
Mediterranean with 13 crew.

Also see the M/Y Americana built in 1929.

Capt. Gill Fisher is a US Merchant Marine Officer. See US Merchants Marines at War.
He is also a graduate of Appalachian State University with a BSBA degree in accounting.
ASU is located in the heart of North Carolina's furniture industry.

US Merchant Marine Officers - WWII
Photo from National Archives

"[Mariners] have written one of its most brilliant chapters. They have delivered the goods when and where needed in every theater of operations and across every ocean in the biggest, the most difficult and dangerous job ever undertaken. As time goes on, there will be greater public understanding of our merchant's fleet record during this war [World War II]." President Franklin D. Roosevelt. "During WWII many Merchant Marine sailors died in the icy cold waters of the Atlantic as German U Boats gunned down our Liberty Ships. It was like 200 Titanic's," Capt. Gill Fisher says.

Customer Comments

"Anna, I wanted to let you know that we received the sectional yesterday afternoon from Star Trucking Co. Yes, we absolultely love the sectional. I have to tell you that the trucking company's delivery men followed directions and followed up on calling us prior to set up the date and did as requested, which was follow the faxed directions and call when they left the Interstate at the Exit because phone service is almost non-existent in this rural area. They were polite and knew how to install the legs and handled the furniture carefully. The furniture was well packaged and in perfect shape and when unpacked, every inch was in perfect condition. The connections for the sectionals lined up perfectly and the back of the sofa is beautiful. We were a bit worried about that because the sectional is in the middle of an area and it is very visible. All the seams lined up even on the back with the cushions. Simply put, it is well made, love the color and the quality of the leather. There are so many things that never run smoothly and this order went this way from the minute you responded prior to ordering and all the way through the ordering process till we sat on the very, very comfortable sectional. We feel fortunate to have found you and your site. Thank you---it has been a pleasure. SS, Union Dale, PA" "

"Gill, It has been a while since I was able to email but I am the service member who ordered the golf ball patio set with the damaged table. I am home from Fallujah (Iraq) now and have been able to enjoy the table and chairs. It is sturdy, comfortable, and so very cool. It draws quite the comments from my neighbors and friends. Thank you so much for your professional and quick response to the damage. Your company went "above and beyond" to fix the issue. Both my mother (whom you probably talked to the most) and I greatly appreciate it. It seems it is rare these days to find a company who readily accepts responsibility and quickly takes action to remedy the situation. You have my utmost respect for a business well-run and operated. Happy Holidays to you and yours, KM , LtCol, USMC."

"U all are cool people, Gill. I have been really touched by your directness, honesty and desire to solve all customer problems..RS, Littleton, CO."

Hi,Just letting you know that I received my replacement part in perfect condition. I am extremely happy with my entire purchase as well as the top-notch customer service I received during this transaction. I look forward to working with you again soon. Thanks, GM, Warwick, RI."

"It has been a pleasure doing business with you. You stood behind me all the way and no more than that could possibly be expected. I was confident that Eurostyle would see my point so all is well. I look forward to doing business with you again the near future. RW, Tamarac, FL"

"Just wanted you to know that we rec'd our chairs on Monday and we love them! The fabric, though a challenge in finally getting one available, is great and we are glad that the first 2 fell through! Incredible how things turn out. Thanks again for your help in finally getting the order through. I'm sure we'll be down to HH again soon. PR, Columbia, SC"

"Thank you!!!! I was really worried about doing business "online".....but, I feel very confident about that decision now! I appreciate the fact that you stand behind your reputation. I would love to do business with you in the future. Thanks again. CS, Houston, Texas."

"I want to thank you for a smooth delivery and also a very professional way of handling our shipping issue. Your tactfulness and willingness to handle the situation by sending me a check for $75 has definitely encouraged my desire to continue to do future
business as well as tell my friends about your store. For this transaction, since you are running a business, I will not request you send the check. I hope you have a great week and I'll hopefully get to talk to you soon. AS, Ashbur, VA."

"I'm not sure who wants to thank you more, me or my wife. Our love life is finally sparking, and it's thanks to you guys! Not only is our love life great, but our budget is satisfactory with your prices! Thanks a ton. NK, Los Angeles, CA"

"Thank you Gill for your honesty and ethical business practices. I do appreciate it. You understand that I'm waiting for the Win and since you are going out of your way to help me get the bed, I will be happy to wait for it. Thank you for the offer to let me stay in your showroom, that's very nice of you but I'm chained to my work here. Vacations are not an option for me at this time. I do agree the Italian dresser with no handles does look a lot better. Have a good day and please keep let me know as soon as you receive better info about availability of the Win. Sincerely, HN, Keller, TX"

"Hi Gill, The San Remo dining set was delivered in good shape last night. I am very pleased with the quality of the product. During the seven months of waiting I was wondering whether I had made a right decision in ordering through an e-mail without knowing anything about the dealer. I am completely satisfied with the product and hope other customers could also benefit by ordering through your company. KP, Sammamish, WA"

"I just got back in town and wanted to let you know the credenza and file cabinets are beautiful! They are even better than I thought they would be. Thank You for all the help and I will let you know when I am ready to buy more items, PL, Mendota Heights, MN."

"Gill & Anna, Thanks so much for staying open so we could order the furniture. The trip was definitely worth it and Brian was extremely pleased. It was so nice meeting you two and doing business with you. We'll be back. Praise The Lord and may God bless!, JD, Dublin, OH."

"Gill, You are a geneous! Why didn't God create such good people like you? Damn, you are good! It's a pleasure to do business with you because of your excellent customer care!, RG MD, Florence, SC."

Thank you!!!! I was really worried about doing business "online".....but, I feel very confident about that decision now! I appreciate the fact that you stand behind your reputation. I would love to do business with you in the future. Thanks again. CS, Houston, TX."

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