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Marais Stool 18 in.

Pete — Thu, 27 May 2010 20:38:08 +0000

The epitome of French cafe life, it’s rumored that Xavier Pauchard’s Marais Collection (1934) was created for use in the weather forecasting room on a battleship. We asked the manufacturer about this, but even their records are unclear. Still, we do know that after its possible time at sea, the Marais was supplied to bars and brasseries by breweries in exchange for selling their beer. This arrangement ended in the 1970s, but that didn’t stop the demand for these durable chairs and stools made…read more

Swan Chair – Fame Fabric

Pete — Thu, 13 May 2010 23:50:53 +0000

Before the Swan Chair (1958), Arne Jacobsens architecture and designs were shaped by an assumption of materials natural ways of resisting. In other words, he could make them go only so far in becoming the structure he desired. With new technologies, however, the old rules no longer applied and he was able to shape fluid curves and single-piece molded shells. The Swan Chair is now made from polyurethane foam, but at the time, Jacobsen used Styropore to create its continuous shape. Designed for the SAS Roy…read more

B-Pop Barstool

Pete — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 21:54:28 +0000

The B-Pop Barstool (2006) has the exact same seat and back dimensions as Omar de Biaggio’s popular B-Pop Side Chair (2003). The result is a comfortable seat with a full-size back, which is sometimes difficult to find in stools. Echoing the soft curves of mid-century modernism, the B-Pop Collection brings a sense of wit and impeccable styling to beech ply and stainless steel tubular seating. Nicely scaled, these pieces have molded, generous seats and curving backs that fan comfortably across the…read more

B-Pop Side Chair – Laminate

Pete — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:44:46 +0000

Echoing the soft curves of mid-century modernism, Omar de Biaggios compact B-Pop Side Chair (2003) brings a sense of wit and impeccable styling to beech ply and stainless steel tubular seating. The compact chair, in a dynamic laminate stripe, has a molded, generous seat and a curving chair back that fans comfortably across the torso. The satin chromed steel complements the matte stainless steel found in many modern kitchens, and binds the seat and back support with economy, resolving in a simpl…read more

PK22 Easy Chair – Wicker

Pete — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 17:09:45 +0000

Much of Poul Kjrholm’s furniture was intended for his own home, located north of Copenhagen and designed by his wife, architect Hanne Kjrholm. His PK22 Easy Chair (1957) was inspired by the light, elegant klismos chair created by the ancient Greeks. With this piece, Kjrholm reduced the chair to three elements: legs, seat and connecting clamps. Such simplicity is true to the International Style, and the combination of a steel structure with natural materials was characteristic of his work. Th…read more

Heritage Rocking Armchair – Brushed

Pete — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:00:56 +0000

Born out of a partnership between designer Philippe Starck and Emeco, the classic aluminum naval chair is transformed into a sleekly modern rocking chair. With an upright seat set atop a gently curved rocker base, the Heritage Rocker (2001) has a comfortable versatility appropriate for the office or the living room. The seamless brushed aluminum is lightweight and extremely low-maintenance, impervious enough for outdoor usage.…read more

Antica Counter Stool

Pete — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 15:45:44 +0000

The Antica Collection, with its rare blend of casual comfort and formalism, has been expanded to include the Antica Counter Stool (2002). Like the Antica chairs, these stools have thick, pillowed seat cushions contained within spare, angular structures. The leather has light yellow contrast stitching. Steel legs and frame lend strength to the design; glossy top-grain leather makes for chic and sophisticated upholstery. The Counter Stool has a full-height seatback, slightly angled for a relaxed r…read more

Bottega Armchair

Pete — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 18:49:36 +0000

In early 2007, designers Renzo Fauciglietti and Graziella Bianchi expanded on the success of their Bottega Side Chair (2003) with the introduction of an Armchair and Stool. Both of the chairs are constructed with harmonic sheet steel backs that flex with users for continuous support. All three pieces are wrapped in smooth-as-silk stain resistant leather that’s both luxurious and low-maintenance. Covering the slender but strong steel frames, the leather is hand-sewn to hug every angle and curve.…read more

Zero Table – 35.5 in

Pete — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 21:52:07 +0000

Jess Gasca’s Zero Table (1995) embodies the level of design, materials and craftsmanship of a modern classic. The softly beveled tabletop, available in a range of natural wood veneers, has an elegant lightness of form that suits interiors both private and public. The central column is matte anodized aluminum, while the steel base is sandblasted and then chromed for maximum durability. Plastic glides under the base help protect floors. Designed to pair with Gasca’s Globus Chair, the Zero Table…read more

Pensi Square Cafe Table – Disks

Pete — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:14:53 +0000

Available in a variety of sizes and finishes, Jorge Pensi’s collection of caf and dining tables are quickly becoming the standard for outdoor cafs in Europe. Pensi created this versatile design in 1988 to coordinate with his Toledo Stacking Chair. Made with recyclable materials, the “disks” style has a stainless steel tabletop patterned with sanded discs. A UV-resistant metallic laminate tabletop is also available. The tabletop stands on a polished and anodized cast aluminum base with a tubular aluminum c…read more