The WOOD-OO collection was created by Prague-based kdomazidlibydli (try saying that 10 times fast), the design firm of Jan Vacek and Martin Smid. Inspired by wood shingles, the collection is simple and raw using the traditional roof element in a new way.
Innovation, a Danish company founded in the early 1970s that began by making beanbags, now supplies convertible beds, sofa beds and other seating to the furniture industry. Convertible furniture isn’t easy to make – in addition to looks, wear and tear, you have to think about the mechanics, functionality, easy of use, and even how the fabric lays and moves as each part moves. That’s why Innovation, which came to the US in 1991, is a leading supplies of these products. It was by far one of our favorite companies showing in High Point not only because of the clean lines and modern styling but also the fact that so many of the pieces were – surprisingly – also beds. And even better? Most of them are in the fairly affordable range of $799-$2600 retail. It was in their showroom that we spotted our “Best in Show.”
Designed by Per Weiss in 2010 after a trip to Milan, the SLY Z10 is a small sofa with removable back pillows that converts into a queen-sized bed. It immediately caught my eye with its dark gray fabric (a big trend from High Point this year) and contrast red stitching. I especially love that the stitching on the seat and back was made in a cross pattern to give the feel and look of tufting without actually having any buttons.
Provide Home presented a brand new, exclusive collection of furniture by Canadian designer (and Design Milk fave) Christian Woo. Crafted from sustainably harvested hardwoods and finished with hand rubbed oils, each piece is lovingly made with a deep knowledge and understanding of the wood being used. I could regurgitate his gushing bio but honestly the proof is in the pudding — I’ve seen his work up close and I can say it’s probably some of the best most precise and well-made furniture I’ve ever seen. Sturdy and healthy, these pieces are timeless heirlooms.
How’s this for an idea? Swedish company Prettypegs has come out with a line of stylish and fun customizable legs that fit any of your IKEA furniture. Ranging in shape from funky to retro to more traditional, the possibilities are endless especially when you take it one step further by choosing the color. Think of all the pieces you can completely change the look of just by swapping out the legs. Brilliant.
Spanish company BM makes some of the coolest furniture for babies all the way through young adults. Their original designs are made for all types of young people and will grow with the child through the years until you’re practically married. The pieces have clean, modern lines and can be personalized in the color or colors of their choosing. You can mix and match the pieces depending on the room size and age of the child. All of the designs are contemporary and timeless, easily be transformed into the next stage when your child outgrows it.
Yay! New CB2 stuff! Here’s a few items that caught my eye.
From top left, clockwise: Code Vase, 365 Calendar, Parlour Bold Chair, Branch Bed, Fjord Ottoman with Tray, Monolith Red Wardrobe, Subway Pillow
