The Italian Renaissance, with its secular and aesthetic influence, is depicted in the Italian Lounge. Originally a smoking lounge for members, the carpet features the most complex design of any in the building. The four tables of Italian Verde marble were imported from Italy and are copies of tables popular during the Renaissance era. The ornamental plaster ceiling is among the most elaborately carved and coffered in the Temple. The portraits are those of Past Sovereign Grand Commanders of the Supreme Council. The Italian Lounge looks down over the Atrium and makes a wonderful visual tie to the social promenades outside the balcony of the Auditorium.