Supernatural Armchair Armchairs are usually such solid, massive beasts, with plush upholstered sides and hulking frames. Not so Ross Lovegrove’s new Supernatural chair for Moroso (an update on his armless version, reviewed in Dwell Reports, May 2007). Though it appears to be a lightweight that would easily topple in a strong breeze, looks are deceiving: The chair is a take on air injection technology, reinforced with fiberglass and durable enough for any situation. Plus, the
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The magazine that defined modern design for a generation of readers is extending its brand into the furniture realm. Following in the footsteps of publications such as Country Home and Better Homes and Gardens, Metropolitan Home is launching their own line of contemporary furniture called–appropriately enough–the Unveiled to the media at the Fall 2006 High Point International Furniture Market and scheduled to hit retail stores in March 2007, the contemporary furniture collection features more than
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Helps lower price points for similar leather offerings AT THE MARKET — Leather upholstery producers are working with a variety of new covers here, including fabric, leather/fabric combinations and what’s called bonded leather — a new, somewhat controversial leather-like material. Higher-end manufacturers including American Leather, Elite Leather and Palliser have launched full-fledged fabric programs. At the promotional end, companies like Klaussner and Catnapper have added bonded leather, which contains 10% to 17% leather. As bycast
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In every category there are true classics that will not be defeated by time, changing, trends, or fads. In a very design oriented market such as home furnishings, only the truly great designs will make the cut generation after generation. If you were to ask someone currently shopping for furniture who is Ludwig Mies van der Rohe or Charles Eames they would probably have little or no idea. Only after having seen their timeless creations
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Interior decorating and furniture is usually a serious topic. You literally “live” with the decisions that you make often for some time. I thought about having some fun this morning. Besides, it is a Monday! I found some furniture examples that I think you will enjoy looking at. This is what is called theme furniture and is not for everyone. Even if this is not your taste, I think you will enjoy looking at it.
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