Fornasetti brings the sun to NOMAD with 12 celestial tapestries
Celestial themes featured heavily in Italian designer Piero Fornasetti’s work and the sun in particular has occupied a privileged position […]
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Furniture
Furniture design covers the objects that define residential, public and commercial environments, from seating and tables to storage systems, modular solutions and limited editions. This section brings together articles on new furniture collections, designers, brands, production methods and material developments across the contemporary design industry. At DesignWanted, furniture is examined as a category where design, manufacturing and material research constantly evolve. The selection reflects different approaches to furniture design, ranging from industrial production and craftsmanship to experimental concepts and collectible pieces.
The COBBO bed’s overhead storage makes clever use of empty space
Berlin-based architect and designer Michael Hilgers has created COBBO, a contemporary single bed designed with student housing, small apartments, and […]
The Standard Chair sports a classic style and shapely silhouette
Unveiled during the Seoul Living Design Fair, which took place at Samsung COEX in Seoul last month, the Standard Chair […]
The Move Table is inspired by stackable paper cups
Created by British designer Joel Hoff, Move Table celebrates puristic design and high-quality materials. A simple concrete cone supports a […]
The Uninest fruit bowl keeps bananas safe with a simple hook
It may shock you to find out that keeping your fruit in one bowl isn’t the best way to keep […]
HygroShape is self-assembling furniture that grows into its final shape
Called HygroShape, the collection (which includes a standard chair and a rocking lounger) can be shipped in a flat package […]
The Cloth Coffee Table is inspired by the fabric’s billowing movements
The Cloth Coffee Table by Teixeira Design Studio features sinuous curves inspired by the delicate movement of fabric that counteract […]
“World Positive Impact is our purpose”, says Green Furniture Concept
In an industry that’s in dire need of disruption, Green Furniture Concept is making massive strides to ensure it leaves […]
Created using accumulated techniques and materials from Japan
Produced by Time & Style using original techniques and materials, the product collection consists of five series, and it is […]
Art or design? Johannes Budde blurs the lines with LITE
An industrial glass, a sandstone base and a “floating” candle are brought into experimental harmony with LITE, a creative light […]
Savina sofa and Funda stool spearhead the brand’s eco campaign
For Spanish furniture brand Viccarbe, sustainability is a multifaceted objective that requires an all-encompassing approach, which ranges from working with […]
Bllurring the line between traditional craft and future-thinking furniture
“Made in Italy shouldn’t be limited to the machines or tools being used,” says Elli Design founder Alessio Elli. He […]
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