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The Kasual Collection: Balance in the Age of Casual

Karim Rashid has been working hard – we’ve already shared a few of his collaborations this year. The dreamy Kasual collection, for which he partnered with Essential Home and DelightFULL, is the stuff of futuristic dreams. With our lives in constant flux, Rashid designed a furniture and lighting collection for the present. “Casualism is the future. Home is now work, sanctuary, school, art gallery, restaurant, movie theater,” he said. Kasual is a balance of comfort, simplicity, beauty, and form that suits every setting with casual yet luxurious pieces that are timelessly mid-century.

Soft and elegant, with lots of attention to detail, the six pieces that make up Kasual are functional and stunning. Rashid shared, “I would refer to the Kasual collection as casual luxury with fabrics and details that are rich, yet with a minimal simple softness and ease where new comforts prevail. Our home furnishings must take on greater importance to support our life with comfort, ergonomics, and contemporary inspiration!”

light yellow sofa with wall mirror and coffee table

Karlotta Sofa

The Klaude Sofa features sloping arms that beckon to you to take a seat. Described as an “ice cream sandwich-like” shape, its contemporary design is created with sturdy, high-quality fabrics. Each Kasual piece feels soft and easy to interact with, particularly the modular Karlotta Sofa with its pebble shaped forms. The Karlotta Single Sofa and Karlotta Pouf follow the same design style that’s futuristic with a touch of Memphis design and vibrant colors. The serpentine Kay Sofa provides a chic place to relax and dream with a comfortable, distinctive shape. Customize the perfect seating arrangement using Kandi Modular Seating. Geometric and refined, the curvaceous modules can be organized to achieve the perfect setup.

pink armchair and ottoman with two light pendants

Karlotta Single Sofa, Karlotta Stool, Disko Table, Katia Pendant

pink armchair and ottoman with two light pendants

Karlotta Single Sofa, Karlotta Stool, Disko Table, Katia Pendant

two pink sofas, side tables, tables lamps, and coffee table

Klaude Sofa, Katia Table, Kapsule

pink sofa, table lamps, and wall mirror

Klaude Sofa, Katia Table

pink sofa, table lamp, and wall mirror

Klaude Sofa, Katia Table

glass and gold table lamp and light pendant

Katia Table, Katia Pendant

pink armchairs, lucite coffee tables, and white chandeliers

Karlotta Single Sofa, Katia Table, Krown Suspension

overhead photo of pink armchairs, lucite coffee tables, and white chandeliers

Karlotta Single Sofa, Katia Table, Krown Suspension

pink armchair and lucite table with many legs

Karlotta Single Sofa, Katia Table

three-seat light yellow curvaceous sofa on white background

Karlotta Sofa

round light yellow ottoman on white background

Karlotta Stool

overstuffed white armchair on white background

Karlotta Single Sofa

white and peach four-seat sofa with curved arms on white background

Klaude Sofa

pink and white sofa with chaise on white background

Kandi Modular

curvaceous white sofa on white background

Kay Sofa

curvaceous white sofa on white background

Kay Sofa

To learn more about the Kasual Collection, visit essentialhome.eu or delightfull.eu.

All photography ©Essential Home.

Kelly Beall is Director of Branded Content at Design Milk. The Pittsburgh-based writer and designer has had a deep love of art and design for as long as she can remember, from Fashion Plates to MoMA and far beyond. When not searching out the visual arts, she's likely sharing her favorite finds with others. Kelly can also be found tracking down new music, teaching herself to play the ukulele, or on the couch with her three pets – Bebe, Rainey, and Remy. Find her @designcrush on social.