IT’S ALL ABOUT THE DOORS–or the lack thereof–with Mathias Frei’s highly customizable MShelving storage system. Everything from the size of the frame to the color and material of the doors can be adjusted by the buyer, allowing for an infinite number of combinations. The frame itself is made from galvanized steel, while the sliding doors are particle board wrapped with either wood veneer or powder coated steel. One important note–these units don’t come standard with back panels–so be sure to contact them directly if you need this option.
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THE KISS PRINCIPLE rears its proverbial head once again with the Popup Chair; designers Alain Berteau & Charlotte Lancelot labored for nearly a year on an initially complex concept, only to end with “a block of foam cut in half.” The result is an ingenious seat that uses only seatbelt straps to convert between a lounger and a pouf. The chair is so simple that feet aren’t needed; this only adds to its versatility as a casual piece that is suitable in myriad environments.
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UNUSUAL ENOUGH TO GO ANYWHERE, Instant is a system of three cubbyhole-like drawers with instant wall appeal. The design is best described as “futuristic for the 60s” with rounded corners and a pod-like mentality; finished in white with an orange interior, they look like a 2001: A Space Odyssey set piece. One thing that is decidedly not retro is its composition; instead of space-age plastic, Instant is made from traditional stained oak (available in white, wenge or grey); the interior can be finished in orange, white or mocha.
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THOUGHTFUL AND MINIMALIST, Maude’s modular features betray its humble, ground-hugging design. Chief amongst these is a pair of panels on either end; included primarily for proportionality reasons, they can be rotated sideways to serve as a recessed cabinet and upwards to hold backrests. The bed is also doubly efficient; in addition to requiring only one person to build it, the entire piece–frame, supports, shelves and slats–is constructed from a single sheet of resin coated plywood.
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THE CHOICE OF BEDDING in these photos wouldn’t have been our first, but if you can forgive the atrocious patterns you’ll see a fairly remarkable bed in terms of functionality. In its most efficient form the Duetto serves as a daybed or settee with a single bed hidden underneath. The single rolls out predictably to serve as a secondary guest bed; however a piston-driven mechanism allows the bed to be raised flush with the main frame, in effect creating a double bed.
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FLUID LINES AND SWEEPING CURVES pleasantly catch the eye with Eric Jourdan’s Snowdonia collection, which includes sofas, armchairs and beds. Art Deco lovers will appreciate the adherence to simple, architectural shapes, with top-stitching to further accentuate form. Feet are available in natural, ebony-stained oak or white lacquer, and are highlighted with minimalist aluminum inserts or caps.
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IT’LL GROW ON YOU, SERIOUSLY. Thomas Wold’s fungally inspired Mushroom Forest Tables may be a little bit odd at first glance, but its multilevel design actually makes for some interesting display options. Two varieties are available: a small, three-cap version ideal for the bedside, and a larger seven-top piece for the living room. Note that the nightstand can come in either orange or light blue, while the coffee table is available only with both colors.
$485-$985, designpublic.com

MINIMALIST IN STYLE as well as thickness, these x-shaped magazine racks by Mascagni are comprised of striped zebrano or ebono wood veneer on one half and chromed steel on the other. The inherently reflective qualities of the chrome contrast with the absorptive qualities of wood, in what amounts to an interesting play on negative vs. positive space.
£110, contemporaryheaven.co.uk

THESE CAMOUFLAGED PILLOWS resemble entirely unseemly elements for couchtop decor: cork, noodles and pebbles hardly seem appropriate until you touch each piece, which reveals a remarkably soft texture. The incongruity of the design encourages interaction, as anyone within in sight will inevitably reach out to poke and prod each piece. The pebbles are made from cotton terry and the cork is made from real cork (this we’ve gotta see!); the spaghetti is an unknown, but unlikely to be edible–but we’ve been wrong before.
$60-$150, ambientecollection.com

ANNE CROOK’S Magazine Holder focuses on displaying periodicals while simultaneously minimizing its own presence. The sleek, rounded front is made from transparent plexiglass, revealing little except for a sliver of oak that both holds the glass and attaches to the wall. These are svelte shelves that stay out of the way: just the way we like it.
$101.70, scandinaviandesigncenter.com

HANS WEGNER’S TIMELESS APPEAL is most obvious in his stylish Wingchair, designed in 1960 and reintroduced in 2006. We previously featured his iconic Shell Chair but find this piece to be more suitable for present-day homes. The flared armrests and seatback are definitively–yet subtly–retro, making the Wingchair as palatable now as it was the day it was conceived.
$3,915, hivemodern.com

SLEEK AND MINIMALIST, the Blå Station Snooze and Rocking Snooze chairs are no-nonsense chairs with a touch of femininity for flavor. Compression-molded veneer and hot molded foam (the latter of which is decorated with vine-like patterns) form the basis of these chairs; consumers can choose from leather, alcantara or wool fabric for upholstery. A wiry tubular steel underframe keeps support to a minimum and is slightly bowed in the case of the Rocking variant.
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