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This looks like a good choice if you need bench with storage options for miscellany.

“This exceptionally comfortable bench is perfect in an entryway, living room, or bedroom. But what makes it really special is that this bench is also a coffee table, a storage unit, and a shelf! Solid pine frame houses three drawers to conveniently store anything from gloves and scarves to DVDs, plus a roomy and decorative shelf to store smaller items within easy reach. Moveable bent tray slides horizontally or can be removed completely.”

Solid taeda pine frame, bent plywood tray. Cast-brass hardware.

60″L x 16.75″D x 19″H

(This item’s link and price was updated 11/19/09.)

The Smock collection shows such detail and intricacy with fabric yet it has an otherwise modern and simple silhouette…if I had loads of cash, I’d probably already own this or any one of Urquiola’s other pieces, but for now I’ll have to make do by pretending I have my pick.

“patricia urquiola loves playing with textures, as you can see in her smock line of furniture. urquiola bunches up the upholstery around hoops and round frames, giving the smock line a modern look with a rich and almost antique feel.”

steel frame covered in injected flame-retardant polyurethane foam. chromed or varnished arms. sofa back cushions stuffed with goose down. underfeet in synthetic rubber.

smock armchair, 23.8″h x 39.3″w x 31.5″d, $3,656.00
smock swivel armchair, 23.8″h x 39.3″w x 31.5″d, $3,647.00
smock 98″ sofa, 29.5″h x 98.5″w x 37″d, $7,654.00

Two interesting options for side tables…

Offset Side Table, 12″diameter x 25″H, $298.00,
Buy it here.

Bamileke Stool- Black, 18.5″ x 16.5″, $498.00,
Buy it here.

Sofas can be one of the more difficult pieces to buy- decisions to be made on what color, which shape, and what size can all be overwhelming. To make your decision even harder, here’s some safe (i.e. neutral fabric, transitional frames, etc.) choices on sale until May 11, 2008.

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If you’re the sort who prefers to match pieces (as in, your dining table matches the credenza) now you have an extra option of collections to choose from. The
Cross Table (above right, $2,750.00) now has a friend.

“Matthew Hilton designed the Cross Credenza (2007) as a material and visual complement to his Cross Extension Table. But its straightforward aesthetic and solid craftsmanship make it an apt choice not only for the dining room, but also for media storage or the front hall. The Credenza has three drawers on the left, the topmost being slimmer than the others, sized for cutlery or utensils. Two doors on the right open onto two shelves which are height-adjustable to suit individual needs. With a solid oak frame, the Cross Credenza has an oak veneer that coordinates with the Cross tables and Profile Chair, as well as the Cross Coffee Table. Blum® soft-closure hardware rounds out the quality craftsmanship.”

Solid natural oak frame and body; birch plywood drawer inserts; oak veneer top and fronts over particleboard; Blum soft-closing hardware.

H 29.5″ W 74″ D 19.75″

These are great. I can see them being used as stools or even as bedside tables. The little nooks could be used for a small book, a remote control, your cell phone, glasses, or any number of things that people like to keep close at night.

Available in aqua, black, green and white.

I like the idea behind this stool.

“One of the design goals for Turnstone’s Scoop Stool was to avoid competing with the architecture of a space. Inspired by a grain scoop, this casual stool is a perfect compliment to a modern home or business groupspace.”

Sodium white plastic seat, Platinum painted steel wire frame

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Check out this outdoor collection- I think it’s worth saving up for.

“The LEAF SERIES designed as a synthesis of organic and ergonomic form is available as a chair, lounge chair or chaise lounge. The structure whether polished chrome or outdoor resistant painted steel in green, white or mocha gives the LEAF SERIES a clean modern form that is at once graphic, organic and very comfortable.”

Structure in epoxy coated painted frame in white, green or mocha. Optional polyurethane seat cushion or leather seat pads available in three colors.

Leaf Chair (stackable): 20.5″w 22″d 32.3″h 17.9″ seat ht, $485.00,
Buy it here.

Leaf Lounger: 20.5″ w 22″ d 32.3″ h, $787.00,
Buy it here.

Leaf Chaise Lounge: 24.6″ w 33.4″ d 28.7″ h, $2,296.00, Buy it here.

For anyone who doesn’t know about thread count (a measure of the coarseness or fineness of fabric), 320 means these sheets will feel heavenly.

“For those who appreciate smooth, minimalist bedroom décor, these Dwell Solid Sheets deliver in spades. Proof that simple doesn’t have to be boring, these yarn-dyed solid sheet sets are available in a medley of rich shades. There’s one to match virtually any bedroom collection. Each Dwell sheet set arrives with one fitted sheet, one flat sheet, and two French-back pillowcases.”

Fabric: 100% cotton percale; 320 thread count.

Full, $185.00
Queen, $196.00
King, $232.00

Another great sofa from Palau.

Just about as minimal as a piece of wood can get, this side table would be perfect beside a chair or sofa.

“One singular slab of eco-friendly mango wood, unspoiled. Oiled to bring out its raw beauty. One sidles up to a sofa, two brews a coffee table. No two alike, each will gain more character through time.”

12″sq.x21″H

Wowsa. Pricey, but it would certainly make a statement.

Material: Steel

This has such a vintage look to it; the simple frame, wooden drawers and glass top all combine to make a desk that is compact yet serviceable.

“Exceptional ideas need an exceptional place to flourish. What could be more inspiring than a sophisticated structure incorporating elegant hand forged steel, polished wood and textured glass surfaces?”

-Alder, rubberwood, steel, glass
-Dust with a soft dry cloth

32.75″H, 42″W, 29.75″D

I just discovered the design group Palau from the Netherlands, and they have some pretty inspiring work.

“Made in The Netherlands, the Wave features environmentally-friendly Kvadrat fabrics. These fabrics bear the EU’s environmental “flower” label that can only be awarded when the product’s life cycle is among the best in the market.”

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A rather impressive sleek silhouette frames tufted leather cushions on this new sofa from Gus* Modern.

“Expanding upon the versatile styling and supreme comfort of its Delano Lounge Chair counterpart, the Delano Sofa incorporates the same plush, tufted leather cushions and sturdy, open stainless steel frame. This Gus Modern couch is amply sized to comfortably accommodate three or more. The Delano Couch is available in three rich, aniline-dyed leather shades: classic Black, rich Espresso, or fresh White.”

Dimensions: 79″W x 33″D X 26″H. Seat height: 16″.