The Comeback of Rattan Wicker Furniture
After a dip in popularity in the 20th century, rattan wicker furniture is making a comeback for its beauty, sustainability, and artisanal appeal.
The Refinement of French Style - The Evolution of Furniture from Louis XIV to Art Deco
From Baroque and Rococo extravagance to sleek Art Deco, French furniture captures the essence of luxury interior style. By studying the evolutions within vintage French decor, we uncover what defines their universal aesthetic allure.
Antique Charm: The Story Behind Jacobean and Victorian English Furniture
With their focus on ornate details and passion for craftsmanship, Jacobean and Victorian furniture represents quintessential traditional English style. These decorative antiques add grandeur and heritage to contemporary homes.
Mid-Century Modern Italian Style - The Arrben Bar Stool
The sleek, minimalist look of mid-century modern furniture never seems to go out of style. This timeless aesthetic combines clean lines, simple forms, and an emphasis on functionality over ornamentation.
Behind the Design: Marcel Breuer's Timeless Wassily Chair
Designed in 1925 by architect and Bauhaus instructor Marcel Breuer, the Wassily Chair pioneered the use of both bent steel and industrialised furniture manufacturing.
How to Incorporate Antique Furniture into Modern Decor
Blending vintage furnishings into contemporary spaces can feel intimidating. How do we avoid awkward clashes between sleek lines and ornate carvings? It helps to reframe the pairing as an intriguing design tension rather than oil-and-water disconnect.
The Evolution of Dining Chairs Through the Ages: A Study of Changing Style and Craft
Dining chairs have evolved dramatically across eras alongside fluctuations in aesthetic tastes, production methods, and lifestyle needs. Tracing their changes through history reveals innovation in comfort, materials, and expression.
The Timeless Elegance of Art Deco Furniture and Accessories
Art Deco style may have peaked in the Roaring Twenties, but its glamorous, sleek aesthetic continues to enchant design lovers today.
Have Yourself a Mad Men Christmas: Midcentury Modern Holiday Style
When we think vintage Christmas, bucolic Victorian scenes likely come to mind: Red plaid blanketed sleighs dashing through snow, glittering candles on the fragrant tree, silver bells ringing carolers door to door.
Vintage Travel Inspired Furnishings: Decorating with Steamer Trunks and Maps
Romantic notions of exploration have inspired home decor for over a century. Products of their journey-loving era, antique steamer trunks and maps capture the nostalgic magic of far-flung days past.
