You just can't go wrong with the timeless look of retro modern furniture or the classic appeal of tambour doors. Industrial Designer Sean Dix was commissioned after a need for a smart multi-purpose credenza was realized for media, dining or office storage. Dix incorporated a special tool to cut extra-narrow slats while removing very little material allowing the curvature of the sliding doors to remain in full view. The Giulia Media Credenza features discreet cable management, concealed adjustable brass legs, and four finished sides for free floating in the room. H 27" W 71" D 19.5" Available online from Design Within Reach $3600
I really like the clean modern less is more concept of Matthew Hilton's Cross Extension Table that simplifies 21st-century modernism. The Cross solid oak extension table features carefully matched oak veneers and a rectangular tabletop that expands with a simple pull, allowing up to two leaves to be inserted giving you three possible table sizes: 78.75", 97.5" and 116". The Cross Extension Dining table is a past Elle Decoration "Best in Furniture" award winner and is available online from DWR. Table leaves store inside a felt-lined compartment on the table's underside. $3150 H 29.5" W 78.75/97.5/116" D 35.5" Available in Oak or Wenge
A French design company, Decadrages, has a product on the market called "Bedup". The motivation behind Bedup is the small apartment or loft resident who must maximize space to the fullest. The bed is cleverly concealed near the ceiling when not in use. In the picture the man working at a desk has the bed right on top of him at the ceiling. When needed, the bed comes down to provide a place to sleep. Bedup is a wonderful addition to small apartment design as it offers space conserving solutions. Product: here.
On a recent trip to the High Point Furniture Market I saw the Bonaldo "Squaring" fully upholstered platform bed by designer Guiseppe Vigano. At first glance this elegant low profile bed is different with it's two low cushioned benches for sitting, lounging or displaying objects which is perfect to be positioned in the middle of the room if space allows. The quilted covering is completely removable for cleaning and a matching bedspread is included with the bed system that is available in 36 colors of softly napped synthetic suede. Made in Italy King or Queen Total Length: 112" Total Width: 110" Headboard Height: 17" Headboard Width: 25" Platform Height: 9" Platform Bench Width: 28" $7250 Plus Shipping From
If you take you interior design and billiard matches seriously then Mitchell Custom pool tables has something for you. Since 1979 Ed Mitchell has been producing fine custom stainless steel modern and contemporary pool tables for any décor right in the USA. Here are a few of their designs that are a result of a combined 100 years of the highest industry standards and design experience. See many other Mitchell custom pool tables here.
