Some furniture classics are eternal. Here’s a list of some of my favorites- you don’t need to have them all but they’re still “cool” to mix with newer designs. You can feel how the designers were so “forward thinking” for their time because these pie...
The Shell chair by Hans Wegner, it’s that mid-century modern style that never goes out of fashion
CH07 Shell Lounge Chair by Carl Hansen
The Egg chair by Fritz Hansen looks amazing even in a bright color like red- if you dare!
Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen
Ok, this one is a bit more for the eccentric ones but nevertheless a memorable classic by Moooi
Horse Lamp by Moooi
A classic chair reinvented in acrylic by Phillipe Starck for Kartell
Louis Ghost Chairand Set of 2 by Kartell
While it has a very modern look this sofa was actually launched in 1970! It had a great (almost viral) comeback in the past 5-10 years
Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
Another Mid-Century Modern classic chair - for those who like to read or just chill with support
Eames Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Herman Miller
Another classic sofa - the Charles by Antonio Citterio will always be elegant
Charles Sofa by B&B Italia
Another one from the 70’s. I love that it can be completely recreated and modernized with the quantity of available fabrics (Missoni, Kenzo, Jean Paul Gaultier, etc)
MAH JONG by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois
Not many people know but the term “chaiselongue” was named after Corbusier created this piece.
Chaise longue (LC 4) by Le Corbusier
This classic is all about the sinuous feminine shapes. I love the movement and how it’s created without interruptions
Panton Chair (1999) by Verner Panton, for Vitra
Another “chaise” - this one with a cool shape in molded plastic
La Chaise by Eames for Vitra
The perfect classic pair for the Eames chair
Noguchi Table by Herman Miller
A more recent addition but still ahead of its time (early 2000’s). This outdoor chair made out of fishnets is a stand out on any garden. By Moroso
Shadowy - Moroso
The Chesterfield sofa reinvented- in my humble opinion, Timothy Oulton does it best!
Chesterfield Sofas by Timothy Oulton
The voluptuous chair! The stripy ones are the most iconic but it also looks great on a dark green or bright red.
UP Armchair and Ottoman by B&B Italia
The smaller sister of the egg chair, by Fritz Hansen
Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
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A classic that can fit in a really modern or a more eclectic space
Barcelona Chair by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll
When Vernon Panton turned plastic pieces into luxury
Spiral SP01 Pendant by Vernan Panton
In Oval or Round - this table will always be elegant and simple. You'll find several tables with this type of pedestal leg, thanks to Saarinen
Saarinen Oval Dining Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
This table is light, yet a statement - You'll find the coffee table and even chairs in the same design.
Platner Dining Table by Warren Platner for Knoll
The complimentary chair for the Saarinen table - available as an armchair or single chair, fully inside upholstered or just the seat
