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Forgive me if I’m repeating myself, but I’ve yet to see anything from the Bouroullecs that I don’t like. This collection is incredibly simple and versatile enough that you might be able to justify buying the whole lot, citing a sound cause for investment.

“The Striped collection by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Magis is a complete line of furniture for the exterior or the interior: chairs, high and low armchairs, stools, long chairs. This superbly drawn chair has elegant lines that are beautiful to look at.”

This set can be used indoors or out.

Striped Poltroncina (Set of 2), Special: $1250.00 instead of $1680.00
Striped Chaise Longue, $1,250.00

A great collection of minimal tables…

“Available in three colors, light grey (pictured), dark grey or white. Lella and Massimo needed casual furniture for their new home near Sorrento, Italy. They designed a multipurpose indoor/outdoor grouping ideal for home, hospitality and office environments.”

One piece roto molded polymer.

Cube, 18 1/8″h, 18 1/8″w, 18 1/8″d, $220
Bench, 18 1/8″h, 71 5/8″w, 18 1/8″d, $550
Table, 18 1/8″h, 47 1/4″w, 47 1/4″d, $800

Not a bad price for a no-nonsense (yet stylish) coffee table…

“Urban elegance is portrayed with stainless steel and a clean, smooth table top. The Park modern low-profile coffee table with stainless steel legs and lacquer finish. Available in white, black, and orange finish. Designed in Denmark. Simple assembly.”

24″ x 24″ x 18″

If you haven’t yet latched on to the baroque trend, here’s your chance to add a small spike to a room with a very affordable rug.

“Deep black pile is carved with cream scrolls for a graceful, modern take on elaborate French design. 100% wool with cotton backing.”

4′ x 6′ – $348
5′ x 8′ – $448
8′ x 10′ – $698

Holy. This alone would make a room. I mean that- you wouldn’t need anything else eye catching or stylish if you had this (which is good because you might not be able to afford anything else).

“This piece of furniture features the artwork of graphic artist Guido Crepax (1933-2003), who was hugely influential in the development of European comic art in the second half of the 20th century. His most famous storyline, featuring the character ‘Valentina’, was created in 1965.”

graphics printed on white polished MDF, sealed with lacquer
top and back in black lacquered MDF
lacquered aluminum feet

Crepax Kadhorna cabinet (left):
37.75″ x 19.5″ height 45.5″
$6,150.00

Crepax Valentina nel Metro cabinet (low), (right):
56.5″ x 19.5″ height 27.5″
$4,500.00

Not a bad price for a lacquered stool…in some great colors as well.

“Traditonal lacquer is formed from the sap of the Cay Son tree. It is painstakingly applied in layers that must be sanded and polished before the next layer can be applied.”

Color: Red, azure blue, chocolate, pewter, olive or orange.
Size: 11.75″ diameter x 10″ tall.

Update: This item is unfortunately no longer available. 10/5/09

Now’s the time to buy a bed- DWR is having a Modern Bed Sale where you save 15% and get free shipping until September 12th. This bed is an excellent choice, and has a removable slipcover for dry cleaning.

“This upholstered platform bed combines fabric and metal in a sleek profile, which stands on a highly original base of chromed iron rod. Fully finished on all sides with soft padding everywhere, including the platform that extends 2″ from the mattress. The padded headboard is gently sloped to create a comfortable backrest for reading.”

Queen- H 27.5″ W 65.5″ D 93.5″
Charcoal, $2,700 $2,295
Linen, $2,700 $2,000

King- H 27.5″ W 81″ D 93.5″
Charcoal or Linen, $3,150 $2,300

This is perfect because it’s so simple- and it’s eco-friendly, which makes it even better.

“HoneyDrip pairs high-end, eco-friendly oriented strand board with solid steel powder-coated in an arresting red. The 1 1/8-inch thick honey-toned tops have a recessed center thereby framing the shape of the table within itself and the edges have a dramatic bevel that adds further visual excitement to each piece.”

72″L x 20″W x 28″H

Designed by David Brunicardi.
Made from oriented strand board.

I’m really wild about this desk. It provides the light airiness afforded by glass, but has organizational and storage elements of a traditional desk. And now it’s over 50% off.

I love the versatility of this table- perfect for limited space, it converts from dining to desk in a blink of an eye. Especially notable are the storage containers, which can be easily added or subtracted.

Tempered glass top; 25mm powder-coated tube steel legs; 1.5mm powder-coated steel storage containers.

Desk: H 29.5″ W 71″ D 35.5″

Piu Desk with Storage (white or orange)
$1,498 $699.00

I think everyone needs at least one piece of furniture that’s semi-strange and delightful, so if you don’t have something like that yet, here’s your chance to inject some humor into your home.

Designer: Paulius Vitkauskas

Red or Black.

16.5″W x 23.5″L x 35.5″H

If you’ve got too many blank walls, here are various solutions that are both graphic and relatively affordable.

Only $200…not bad for a designer side table that can go indoors or out.

“This short stool or small side table has a striking jewel-like faceted interior that reflects light and creates an interesting play of colors. It has an hourglass shape, designed from a single mold. For indoor or outdoor use. Made by Kartell of polycarbonate.”

Made in Italy

Size: 18.5h x 12″diam

Any one on a budget that needs a desk might consider this one…most likely this won’t be around long, though, so if you’re interested, better act soon.

“Sleek, contemporary lines with an expansive wood top and storage shelf on a polished-nickel base. Assembly required.”

50″l x 28″w x 36″h.

chocolate, $399.00 $279.99
(white no longer available)

Interesting shape and plenty of surface space for keys and mail and such.

hardwood construction. coffee.

60″w x 14.5″d x 30″h. ($100HD)

Another design classic…

“Verner Panton’s cantilevered stacking chair was the first single-material and single-form chair to be made and has been produced by Vitra through three decades of development in plastics technology. This version consists of a single piece of strong, flexible polypropylene with integral color that will not fade over time. As striking as modern sculpture, this classic piece is appropriately durable and easy to clean in cafés or restaurants, and is comfortable enough to use as an occasional chair in an office or residence.”

Availabe, in red/orange, white, blue or yellow.

H 33″ W 19″ D 22.75″ Seat Height 16.5″