Nora Natali wanted her new Studio City showroom to be eclectic, just like her favorite Paris boutiques, Merci Paris and Colette: casual but elegant with a French twist, she says.

Walk into the sunny space on Ventura Boulevard and Natalis love of international products becomes apparent: Bright blue tablecloths from Africa share display space with handcrafted resin serving boards by San Francisco artist Tina Frey. Rattan mirrors are hung salon-style next to a collection of Egyptian cotton throws. French fare -- teacups and tea towels -- blend seamlessly with modern furnishings by Danish design brand Menu.

While jazz plays softly on a turntable in the background, Natali shares some of her favorite items: The Minister side table by Karabachian Design Office ($320), I Profumi di Firenze perfumes, soy blend candles from Maison Louis Marie and Rosemunde tank tops. I want to mix it up, Natali says. I want everyone to come in here and not feel intimidated by beautiful things.

Motti Casa, 12222 Ventura Blvd., Studio City. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays; noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. (818) 761-7282.

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Motti Casa opens in Studio City, showcases global goods