Catering to specific clients, Jason Muteham crafts beautiful bespoke furniture in the modern tradition. With an unusual combination of information technology and interior design in his background, Muteham is fully equipped to bring a product from 3D computer graphic to physical piece of furniture-art. Using wood and revealing its inner beauty has allowed Muteham to carve out a niche for himself as an expert in precise and naturalistic design. The above pictured Islands Coffee Table features smooth-cut pieces of American black walnut surrounded by a frame of maple, and the below pictured Sideboard in American Cherry features pink quilted maple panels and hand-cut dovetails.
Lex Pott is a creative mind bent on producing works that offer dualistic dynamics. Hailing from a Dutch background, his European perspective has given him an edge when creating lasting modern design that offers something new and exciting to the industry. He works with modern forms and brings together the organic appeal of natural wood with the modern desire for smooth, minimalistic silhouettes. The above pictured Fragments of Nature table combines two traditional woodworking techniques that have both seen a resurgence in modern decor: a bare, unfinished natural tabletop and completely raw wooden legs.
The versatile design firm Oliver Designs covers everything from web design to logo creation, but their talent rests in bespoke furniture. The fresh perspective that this group of young designers brings to their production invites a renewed idea of what design truly means. According to Oliver Designs, it is something that stimulates the mind, offers interactivity, and provides a solution to a problem. The above pictured Visto indoor vase uses thin slices of wood to create the optical illusion of an interior traditionally-shaped golden vase from one perspective, and a solid blood-red cube from another.
Fred Rieffel is the picture of a modern designer – he creates furniture that strips function down to its basics and makes a bold, firm design statement. A participant in many group exhibitions and contests, he has won awards for his vision. His background in interior architecture has given him an eye for innovative uses of space, which he incorporates into each and every one of his designs. The Spline Coffee Table pictured above uses four slabs alveolar plated wood at odd angles to create a minimalist but still eye-catching surface structure. And the below pictured shelving unit is a modular design that emphasizes space.
Cho hyung suk is a young designer from Seoul, South Korea who crafts modular, modern furniture with a unique take on the harmony between form and function. His use of internal structures to produce an externally streamlined appearance is his signature perspective, and has won him recognition in many exhibits and award ceremonies. The above pictured Chorong lamp uses traditional Korean inspiration to produce a modern light fixture that is tasteful and fun. Using wood as a base, this lamp creates an atmosphere that is both calming and invigorating, as it projects its glow onto the wall and its surroundings.
Harmonic Environments creates stunning indoor waterfalls for both commercial and residential areas. The array of designs that they offer is impressive, and they will tailor the waterfall to meet your needs as a client. Combining a creative vision of space with the soothing, natural sound of a waterfall will enhance almost any modern space, and the smooth, sophisticated panels that Harmonic Environment offers are decidedly minimalist in their structure. A home or business with one of these waterfalls trickling subtly in the background will be an impressive, modern interior design feat with this tastefully incorporated piece of nature.
Drawing upon her Finnish background as inspiration, designer Elisa Honkanen has a truly modern eye with a European flair. Her experience in Italy and France has prepared her for a smooth, minimalist approach to interior design. She combines “old” materials like natural grain wood with “new” industrial materials to create a synthesis of harmonious design. The above pictured folding table uses an interlocking mechanism for functionality and wood for sturdy but flexible design. She is currently displaying her work at the Stockholm Furniture Fair, and the future looks bright for this young designer.
Using high contrast colors, unique contours and organic forms framed by simple, minimalistic lines, Tiger Tandem Design crafts unique pieces that would work with any modern decor. Hoping to strike a balance between hand-crafted artisan pieces and the modern lines that Ikea is known for, the pieces are all stylish and attractive. The above pictured Tadpole Table is designed to fit snugly around the contours of your sofa, hugging it with a wavy, rounded look. It is perfectly balanced and would look just as stunning as a cocktail table or accent piece adorning a modern lounge.
AquiliaAlberg is a design firm that works with clients to produce modular, modern furniture that meets their specific needs. The above pictured Swing-UP vase/side table/stackable storage solution is a shining example of the creative juices that are flowing through this studio. It features a smooth, geometric shape that enables it to stand alone as an eye-catching piece of minimalist storage or table. It can also be stacked with other units, creating towers of contoured intrigue. Or, it can be used as a flower pot for an even more unusual and unique appeal. All of their products work with spacial dimensions, using dynamic shapes to re-define your space.
Stage One produces bright, fun, and engaging pieces of furniture that are designed to inspire your child’s imagination. Using function as their starting point, these interior designers have brought in elements that will delight any child. The above pictured Play Door features 3D rotating shapes, a mirror, an abacus, a spinning steering wheel, and an up-and-down mobile to keep your child entertained. It is used as a child safety gate, but its true value is in the joy it will bring to any young boy or girl who encounters the fun activities it presents. Stage One has several other products for children that are just as engaging, and they are in the process of creating even more.
The dynamic and experimental furniture from GAEAforms is perfect for a high-class reception area, an urban loft, or a modern home that needs a touch of sophistication. Designed for living, working, relaxing, and entertaining, their chairs, tables, storage, and accessories are minimalist and functional. The smooth lines and bold silhouette make for a visually pleasing ensemble. The above pictured Step Bench flows smoothly from its low-hanging backrest to the slightly angled legs, and the below pictured bookshelf uses a modular appearance to bring together functional storage with sweeping lines. GAEAforms has created several timeless yet modern pieces that would be central to any home that incorporated them.
iukbox is the meeting place for young designers, offering them a place to display and sell their furniture, fabrics, and more. It exists at the crossroad between contemporary art and functional furniture. Most of what is available at iukbox is part of a limited edition series by a particular young artist, created individually and custom made in some cases. There are currently twelve designers offering their wares on iukbox, with more to come. The above pictured Bad Beaver Vase is reminisce of Canadian summers in a cabin, and the below pictured Better Views window shade offers a subtle tracing of a world-class city on your window pane.
