At Freshome, we believe strongly in encouraging creativity. Each project we post in our furniture section is meant to trigger your surprise and help you envision a home with a high level of dynamics and originality. Multi-purpose tables that can be packed up and stored in small drawers, shelves delivering inspirational messages, futuristic desks, industrial elements converted into practical household objects, chairs inspired by famous classic designs and items you did not even imagine existed- all awaiting for your honest and constructive critique.
By completely renegading the idea of conformity, designer Robert van Embricqs… created an elegant table, that breaks the pattern of flat table tops on four legs. The result is a surprising mixture of fluid design that “blends the multifaceted tabletop with the latticework of wooden beams that function as the center of the construct. From there, the table sprouts four
We ran across an unusual furniture piece in the shape of a…furry four-legged creature. It is not clear whether the Animal Stool… was especially designed for those lacking a pet, or for the ones in need of a comfortable seating unit. Either way, the project is funny and interesting looking which is why we thought of sharing it further. The
If you are a fan of industrial design, then you will certainly find the Beams Chair (envisioned by Berlin-based Eric and Johnny Design Studio) original and appealing. The lightweight wooden armchair was inspired by the H-beam structure of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco and despite its fragile look, it is promised to offer great stability.
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Spotted on Mocoloco, the Connect sofa, designed by Joan Rojeski… is a fashionable furniture item that responds to your needs. Watch your favorite TV show or read a good book while relaxing your body on this comfortable sofa. Despite the compact look, it is pretty spacious. The neutral colour allows you to place it anywhere you like. It basically
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In the age of remixes, can a classic like the Victorian chair be spared? Timeless design meets modern material in the Victorian Chair-Eco Remix which uses recycled paper in 5PLY corrugated-boards. Weighing approximatively two kilos, the chair supports up to 120 kilos. It uses the perennially stylish black-and-white combination to make a dramatic visual statement. The furniture project was designed
Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance had an unusual source of inspiration when designing the chair “Market” for the publishing house Petite Friture…. The minimalist piece is partially mimics the structures and wood slats that form market stalls: “This project comes from one of the few places that makes the link between all social strata of a city, a village market. The market
The Potato Family design is inspired by the chestnut and potato figures we all made during our childhood. The construction of these figures is one of the first moments in which a child experiences a material creative process. This playful way of creating something has inspired Floris Wubben… for this series of shelving units. One can see it expressed in
We came across a furniture collection displaying a captivating mosaic finish made from hand cut pieces of stainless steel. The Crazycut series by Phillips Collection seem especially developed for bold contemporary interiors, displaying an asymmetry that is both eye-catching and original. Initially found on Design Milk…, the collection consists of a two different coffee table designs, a small side
Italian designer Luca Nichetto has developed an interesting chair design for Finnish design brand One Nordic…. Hai Chair has concealed hinges and a folding backrest, making it cost-effective when it comes to shipping: “Hai is a combination of functional requirements and stylistic values. The brief was to create an object of great quality and strong personality, while meeting the
Spanish artist Maximo Riera is well known for his extravagant collection of “Animal Chairs” that encompasses over 15 pieces of art furniture, each depicting various animals, from mammals to reptiles. You may remember the designer’s Walrus Chair or Rhino Chair…, both of which we presented a while back on Freshome. Toad sofa is the latest of the artist’s project,
An awesome design and all the comfort in the world: this is what the Pocket Chair promises to those who are willing to experience it. The studio responsible with the design is simply called DING3000…, a fun and nonconformist name, indeed! The body is made of wood and leather, it washes easily and it literally slips its wooden legs
Capolinea Design… envisioned and produced TONDA, a sustainable armchair with a highly modern look. According to the official press release we were sent by the designers, Tonda is made from recycled cellulose tubes that are reused and cut following the customers’ will (have a look at the last two photos of the post to get an idea on the production
London based designer Tony O’Neill …envisioned the Walnut Shell Seat, an elegant chair showcasing an interesting wooden pattern. The project is composed of panels CNC routed in solid timber and joined together to the seat pan by finger-like lap segments. According to the designer, “although the construction is carefully considered, the furniture piece emphasizes the effect on the grain pattern
We recently received photos and information about a modern wine and bookshelf combo envisioned by Capolinea Design…, an “eco-design” Trade Mark founded by an Italian designers’ group. The company uses Eco-friendly materials such as recycled cellulose and cardboard. In particular cellulose tubes, produced for industrial purposes, are re–used by Capolinea to realize high quality and durable design objects: “We
We are curious about your reactions to these two unusual designs. The Tour Eiffel Lamp and Taj Mahal Table were envisioned by Studio Job and fall into the category of “you either love it or hate it”-designs. Discovered on dezeen…, the projects are daring and attention-grabbing. The Taj Mahal table is an upside down version of the Indian landmark,
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