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General Discussion => WHATEVER => Topic started by: HyperBeam on June 30, 2019, 09:02:19 PM
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Anybody here into furniture?
Favorite designers? pieces you'd like to own one day?
Been working at a furniture company and now i think about this a lot.
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My aim is to have a little furniture and other bullshit as possible. Collecting it is pretty gangsta, though.
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I worked for a office/school/home furniture business. I did the mounting/fitting for customers. We sell alot of scandinavian, french and italian designer furniture. Often costs more then most peoples car, for just a sofa. What I can say is that you pay 90% for the brand, and quality is often questionable, with questionable solutions. I once delivered a 4 person seater in gold colored velour and gold legs. Price? 25k. And the legs was mounted with 4 small wood screws ::)
Anyway... I like clean, basic designs. Love to mix veneers, like zebrano wood with more flashy colors like orange for example.
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I work for a furniture company. I could't think about it any less.
That being said, I just bought a house and enjoy the discount on this highly over priced shit.
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Fuck your noguchi Coffee table
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I work for a furniture company. I could't think about it any less.
That being said, I just bought a house and enjoy the discount on this highly over priced shit.
which one?
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I work for a furniture company. I could't think about it any less.
That being said, I just bought a house and enjoy the discount on this highly over priced shit.
Restoration Hardware or RH depends how pretentious you are.
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I worked for a office/school/home furniture business. I did the mounting/fitting for customers. We sell alot of scandinavian, french and italian designer furniture. Often costs more then most peoples car, for just a sofa. What I can say is that you pay 90% for the brand, and quality is often questionable, with questionable solutions. I once delivered a 4 person seater in gold colored velour and gold legs. Price? 25k. And the legs was mounted with 4 small wood screws ::)
Anyway... I like clean, basic designs. Love to mix veneers, like zebrano wood with more flashy colors like orange for example.
Don't know much but sounds a bit tacky.
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Into mid-century stuff. I'm 46 so I've been collecting for 20 years, but I'm also cheap - and good at vintage finds. That said, 10-15 years ago was much better for finding deals than now. It's been 5 years since I have picked up anything for the house.
I like Eames. I have:
- a pair of walnut LCW chairs that I picked up with a designer discount around 2005.
- a 1960s ash CTW that I picked up at a vintage store for $35
- a couple vintage fiberglass armchairs from craigslist - one with a rocker base and one with an H base
- 6 current plastic side chairs with H bases - I think it was $500 for all 6 on craigslist
- at my office I have 6 plastic arm chairs with eiffel bases - $600 for all 6
I'm also a bit into LeCorbusier. I have two LC3 Grande armchairs and a loveseat. They are vintage 1960s and have some small cat scratches in them. I picked the set up around 8 years ago for $425 at a vintage shop. After living with them for this time, I have considered selling them. They aren't as comfortable as I'd like and they have a lot of value. I could probably sell the full set and buy a more comfortable setup that would make me happier. I also have an Italian made knockoff LC4 that after 18 years is starting to show it's wear. That is a super comfortable chair. Love it.
Previous to this I had a nice (and comfortable) set of vintage loveseats that were upholstered white. Awesome before kids. They lasted until about two years after kids. Add in the dog and they got super filthy. They are currently stored in my crawl space to maybe be reupholstered some day. Sitting next to them is a pair of Saarinen Executive chairs that need the same treatment.
Old living room setup, three days after move in which is why there is no art on the walls yet.
(https://scontent-sea1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/392121_2639984635627_858416769_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&_nc_oc=AQlAQ_8Y8Kt5_edJi1RcBu1GnPAN8_qtkR9DEl4rryj30a3oeKIh921finmm0e_-5gE&_nc_ht=scontent-sea1-1.xx&oh=bc124ad834e73584ef740ab77e015961&oe=5DB97A89)
No longer have the Barcelona chair or bench, or the Noguchi table (glass is leaning up against the wall here), and the Nelson bench is at my office.
I have a few Chinese knockoffs - which I would recommend avoiding. In 2006-2007 I had an online store selling them. Most of the stuff was not that great and some was utter garbage. The first shipping container I received was from one factory and I was not impressed. I kept the store up and after selling through most of that I ordered another container from another factory. It was mostly better, but still pretty suspect. I didn't feel good about selling much of it - although there were a few standouts that were nice. I chose to shut it down even though I was still making some money. I still have in use a Womb Chair, an Eileen Gray table, a couple Arco lamps, and an Eames side table.
Then I have quite a few vintage teak pieces (tables, credenza, desk) that aren't any particular famous design but do make me happy.
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Fuck your noguchi Coffee table
Im glad someone else knows....
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this guy makes really nice stuff.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ohKqPPM0lI
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I'm always on the look out for mid-century modern.
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The only thing I ever really wanted and could probably never find/afford is a Percival Lafer sofa and one of his armchairs. They're so grotesque and beautiful.
(https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/369/23372/8263500_1_x.jpg?auto=webp&format=pjpg)
(https://a.1stdibscdn.com/archivesE/upload/f_17732/1487584764133/Percival_Lafer_lounge_chair_Brazilian_lounge_chair_5_l.jpg)
I've had a bunch of mid-century things in the past, some really nice, and some not so much, but now I'm more interested in really antique furniture. Like old farmhouse stuff especially. Which means I'll just continue to use the shitty ikea furniture that came with my apartment until I win the lottery.
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Into mid-century stuff. I'm 46 so I've been collecting for 20 years, but I'm also cheap - and good at vintage finds. That said, 10-15 years ago was much better for finding deals than now. It's been 5 years since I have picked up anything for the house.
I like Eames. I have:
- a pair of walnut LCW chairs that I picked up with a designer discount around 2005.
- a 1960s ash CTW that I picked up at a vintage store for $35
- a couple vintage fiberglass armchairs from craigslist - one with a rocker base and one with an H base
- 6 current plastic side chairs with H bases - I think it was $500 for all 6 on craigslist
- at my office I have 6 plastic arm chairs with eiffel bases - $600 for all 6
I'm also a bit into LeCorbusier. I have two LC3 Grande armchairs and a loveseat. They are vintage 1960s and have some small cat scratches in them. I picked the set up around 8 years ago for $425 at a vintage shop. After living with them for this time, I have considered selling them. They aren't as comfortable as I'd like and they have a lot of value. I could probably sell the full set and buy a more comfortable setup that would make me happier. I also have an Italian made knockoff LC4 that after 18 years is starting to show it's wear. That is a super comfortable chair. Love it.
Previous to this I had a nice (and comfortable) set of vintage loveseats that were upholstered white. Awesome before kids. They lasted until about two years after kids. Add in the dog and they got super filthy. They are currently stored in my crawl space to maybe be reupholstered some day. Sitting next to them is a pair of Saarinen Executive chairs that need the same treatment.
Old living room setup, three days after move in which is why there is no art on the walls yet.
(https://scontent-sea1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/392121_2639984635627_858416769_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&_nc_oc=AQlAQ_8Y8Kt5_edJi1RcBu1GnPAN8_qtkR9DEl4rryj30a3oeKIh921finmm0e_-5gE&_nc_ht=scontent-sea1-1.xx&oh=bc124ad834e73584ef740ab77e015961&oe=5DB97A89)
No longer have the Barcelona chair or bench, or the Noguchi table (glass is leaning up against the wall here), and the Nelson bench is at my office.
I have a few Chinese knockoffs - which I would recommend avoiding. In 2006-2007 I had an online store selling them. Most of the stuff was not that great and some was utter garbage. The first shipping container I received was from one factory and I was not impressed. I kept the store up and after selling through most of that I ordered another container from another factory. It was mostly better, but still pretty suspect. I didn't feel good about selling much of it - although there were a few standouts that were nice. I chose to shut it down even though I was still making some money. I still have in use a Womb Chair, an Eileen Gray table, a couple Arco lamps, and an Eames side table.
Then I have quite a few vintage teak pieces (tables, credenza, desk) that aren't any particular famous design but do make me happy.
That living room looks like you could do a lot of blow in there. I love it.
Ive got a Barcelona chair at work and people are constantly trying to buy it from us but we’re not a furniture store.
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I've said this in another thread, but I work for a company where we move elderly people into retirement communities, and every time we have to downsize them. I drive a 24 foot truck and it's usually about half full of stuff that I can either take to consignment stores or donation centers. I mean really nice and expensive stuff, but those places are crazy picky about what they'll take. Most of the time I either just end up keeping it myself or going to the dump to get rid of it. On the bright side my house is very well furnished by high quality furniture, and it usually gets rotated by a new piece pretty quick.
TLDR. Furniture is ridiculously overpriced, and you will never get back what you paid for it.
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I want to fill my whole house with these bean bag chairs.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/67/174159367_03a9faafe1_b.jpg)
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The only thing I ever really wanted and could probably never find/afford is a Percival Lafer sofa and one of his armchairs. They're so grotesque and beautiful.
(https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/369/23372/8263500_1_x.jpg?auto=webp&format=pjpg)
(https://a.1stdibscdn.com/archivesE/upload/f_17732/1487584764133/Percival_Lafer_lounge_chair_Brazilian_lounge_chair_5_l.jpg)
I've had a bunch of mid-century things in the past, some really nice, and some not so much, but now I'm more interested in really antique furniture. Like old farmhouse stuff especially. Which means I'll just continue to use the shitty ikea furniture that came with my apartment until I win the lottery.
nice very womb-y
i wouldn't mind having a set of these
(https://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/DesignWithinReach/PD_7016_MAIN?$main$)
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I'm into MCM and have collected a few things. Not pics of my actual furniture obviously.
(https://chairish-prod.freetls.fastly.net/image/product/sized/2b15af00-c975-41ec-a12c-50dfe3e8745e/1980s-vintage-eames-brown-leather-and-rosewood-lounge-chair-and-ottoman-8779?aspect=fit&width=640&height=640) Have one of these I inherited from my grandparents.
(https://skypic.attic.city/?bucket=cdn.attic.city&key=items/174655dfb30cca17012fa5bf9d557f78a460ca99edd588056459c4b88c13be08-w670h705q75fit.jpeg) Got these Arne Wahl Iversen designed night stands for $25 each at a thrift store.
(https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/237/390/183965_1_x.jpg?auto=webp&format=pjpg&version=1069853667) Paul McCobb Planner Group coffee table for $100 from a garage sale.
(https://a.1stdibscdn.com/danish-teak-9-drawer-dresser-for-sale-picture-5/f_19623/1539566819812/2bm100918_16136_master.jpg?width=768) 1970s Danish dresser from Goodwill for $40
What I would like...
(https://a.1stdibscdn.com/archivesE/upload/1121189/f_76449331496747353772/7644933_l.jpg) Arne Vodder slide top desk
(https://a.1stdibscdn.com/archivesE/upload/f_16452/f_56040231475679709140/IMG_8867_l.jpg) Drexel Declaration dresser or any Declaration line piece with the alibaster pulls
(http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1126/1740/products/Adrian-Pearsall-sofa-Craft-Associates-inc-01_53f1aebb-e26e-49d2-a816-a3f9eafcdb45_grande.jpg?v=1537897646) a number of Adrian Pearsall sofas...
(https://a.1stdibscdn.com/vintage-knoll-eero-saarinen-womb-chair-and-ottoman-set-circa-1960s-for-sale/1121189/f_120382231536987586352/12038223_master.jpg?width=1500) saarinen womb chair
so many more.
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Been thinking about buying a Varier Variable Balans kneeling chair. Weird thing is that I've only been thinking of doing so recently despite having seen it on The Simpsons (Lisa's chair) countless times many years ago. Apparently it allows for less pressure on the hips, which might in turn be beneficial for skating. Not sure how comfortable I'll be in a kneeling position but it's worth a try at some point.
(http://www.lockwoodhume.co.uk/ekmps/shops/lockwood/images/varier-variable-balans-kneeling-chair-select-backrest-option-no-backrest-select-frame-1136-p.jpg)
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Many people are of the opinion that bamboo furniture is the best option as far as outdoor furniture is concerned. The question however is as to whether or not bamboo is the best option for indoor furniture as well. Check this site (http://www.bestbambooreviews.com) for more details.
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ohhh, that sounds like a good thread. Visited the vitra museum this year and saw all the good stuff (including Verner Pantons Fantasy Landscape). I actually enjoy design museums a lot, especially with Danish furniture.
My girlfriend and I don't really collect or have a speical style. It's kind of a mix of new and old, original and fake, cheap and (kind of) expensive. Some more famous chairs from Thonet, Eiermann or Eames meet Hay, Ikea and old GDR furniture. We have some no name scandinavian mid century furniture that fits nicely into the apartment. It's nothing special compared to other people, but it's a good start. Maybe I'll post some pics later.
For the next apartment I'm planning to get the vitsoe 606 game started. Love that stuff.
(https://image.architonic.com/pro2-3/20115517/606-shelving-system-silver-grey-gray-p014-pro-b-arcit18.jpg)
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Just bought my first house a few months ago. I was able to get some nice granite tables from craigslist/offerup. They compliment my countertops pretty nice and since I have wood floors I figured all wood tables would be too much. But I did buy a new couch. Nothing super fancy but it is pretty nice. Leather recliner.
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Made this chair 18 years ago. Got the seat scrapping at Pier 1. Was interested in the angles of a lounge chair at the time. Will never build another chair again. It was fun at the time though...
(https://i.imgur.com/69qimRw.jpg)
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Big fan of industrial and furniture design. Not really knowledgeable on the topic as a whole, and vaguely familiar with the big names of those industries. I save a lot of photos for reference and enjoy looking at nicely designed spaces. I know MCM is trendy, but it does seem like those past design styles got it right. When I compare that, to which I assume was a common design style back then, to how current furniture looks it seems to me that we've regressed.
Hopefully buying a home sometime this year, and have some idea of what I'd like the spot to look like. But I'm pretty frugal so it will be interesting to see what happens. With that frugality, I like building stuff and would likely go that route with a lot of the items in this home. Currently have built a couple benches, and a desk for my apartment. Looking forward to building some shelving in the future.
Build this Nelson bench earlier this year out of pine. Not the best wood, but it was more of a spontaneous project and something to do. Ended up with four of them because once you're set up to make the cuts, you might as well make a few. Currently it just holds plants, but eventually once I'm in a different space it will act as a coffee table most likely.
(https://i.ibb.co/M1hqsfK/IMG-5564.jpg)
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^^^^nice work.
How did you cut the grooves?
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^^^^nice work.
How did you cut the grooves?
Thanks! It worked out pretty good. Definitely some small issues, but from a distance you can't tell. I could see myself making another in the future out of some nicer wood.
To cut the grooves, I used a dado blade which makes it pretty simple, albeit terrifying to use. So you would set the width of the dado to match with width of the slots. From there, made a little jig that had a notch which allowed for the repeated cuts to be made easily and accurately. Similar to this video. https://youtu.be/Uc1iS30Wg6Y?t=89 (https://youtu.be/Uc1iS30Wg6Y?t=89) Overall it's more simple than it looks. If you don't have a dado/table saw, I've seen people use a chop saw to cut the same grooves, but it's much slower and requires a fair amount of cleanup time.
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Cool thread, posting for later.
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So I’m familiar with Eams and vintage Ikea but I am mostly a furniture noob. So I have a few questions...
1. Kinda vague but where do you go to learn about this stuff? One guy posted a photo of 1970s Danish furniture, like how the hell did he know when and where it’s from?
2. Where do you guys go to buy this stuff? Is it mostly thrift, consignment, and eBay...or are there specific places?
3. Also mid century modern is cool, but it’s become a pretty cliche “new money millennial” style of furniture. So what other styles are there? (I guess an extension of question 1)
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I used to like finding free pieces and refinish and reupholster them and sell them at the consignment shops. There used to be so many consignment shops
I learned everything from these guys on PBS back in the mid to late 90's
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wv-4wK2IE0
Happy to see that they have a new show. I liked and subscribed
I have a few good pieces nothing to brag about
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I have an eames LCW chair from 1946 in great condition, a mix and match dining chair set
That consists of a thonet chair, 2 roland rainer P7 chairs, a schuster chair, and some random 1969ies vintage chairs...
a danish teak sideboard.
I really want to buy a big USM haller sideboard.
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Realised that we live in a little mess at the moment. ... nothing to fancy but you‘ll get the idea.
Eiermann folding chairs mixed with 12 Euro kitchen table from the 50s.
(https://i.postimg.cc/VLm5xKCs/65-CFEEC4-2628-40-A8-9-A7-A-2-F32-C0-AC9359.jpg)
Bought this finish high board for 140 Euros, it‘s a pain in the ass if you move, but a solid all around item. My girlfriend introduced the Kartell and we have this green lamp, along with 2 componobilis.
(https://i.postimg.cc/htCJbVhD/5-C804-CCC-E1-DF-4874-91-E5-8-B34691-C9-DD9.jpg)
Old socialist string like shelf with an Cosme art print. Instead of a TV we have flowers on the sideboard.
(https://i.postimg.cc/dQ8LNbDS/0-C96-D454-7870-4-B5-F-8-BE0-0-EAABA323-EDC.jpg)
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Wow, I think all that stuff is really impressive Matze. Time to buy some candles for those candle stick holders though.
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My missus's dad is a cabinet maker so while I don't collect anything all our stuff we custom made or upcycled from salvage.
I do have a really nice retro swivel chair in the study she got me by a local designer but I have no idea who made it.
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@Matze those string shelves are so nice. I've had those on my list for awhile.
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I have several Eames pieces and a one-off Modernica side shell eiffel chair my buddy designed.
Growing up, something I always remembered in my parent's house was two Percival Lafer lounge chairs (though growing up I certainly didn't know what they were apart from a big comfy chair). It's something I've always wanted in my house and this weekend I was finally able to bring one home (pictured below). It's from the early 60s and the same model my parent's had. I'm hoping to have it for another 50 years.
(https://i.ibb.co/JRTLtFS/IMG-1021.jpg)
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@Matze the sideboard and floating shelving unit are awesome. I was trying to find more info on the sideboard. I wonder if it is Venesta of Finland? I saw some with similar drawer pulls. That would be $$$ in the US.
@Yushin Okami that's a great Lafer chair and a great backstory to why you picked it up.
So I’m familiar with Eams and vintage Ikea but I am mostly a furniture noob. So I have a few questions...
1. Kinda vague but where do you go to learn about this stuff? One guy posted a photo of 1970s Danish furniture, like how the hell did he know when and where it’s from?
2. Where do you guys go to buy this stuff? Is it mostly thrift, consignment, and eBay...or are there specific places?
3. Also mid century modern is cool, but it’s become a pretty cliche “new money millennial” style of furniture. So what other styles are there? (I guess an extension of question 1)
@Lenny Fatface
1. You pretty much just have to be a nerd. There are a few different places you can look at this stuff and pick up information. I follow a bunch of stores and people on instgram such as @modernforall or @supertouch_vintage for inspiration. There are probably stores or picker/resellers in your area you can follow too. r/Mid_Century on reddit is a great resource. There is a facebook group called Mid Century Modern Pickers & Identification that is also really knowledgeable.
2. Personally, I enjoy the hunt so I am looking at craigslist, Offerup, garage sales, thrift stores, and estate sales (estatesales.net). These take time, especially if you're in an area that is competitive with other people getting to the good stuff quickly. The faster and more expensive way is to buy through an instagram or brick and mortar store in your area.
3. The trendy move is to buy "mid century" items from west elm or crate and barrel that sort of have the look but none of the character. I would just start out by looking at some of those places I mentioned above to see what speaks to you and then lurk some of those other places to see what's available around you and go from there.
My best recent pickup is a wall unit. Managed to get it from someone on Craigslist for $80.
(https://i.redd.it/g75kc62idz561.jpg)
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I know that there's a label on the back of the sideboard, will look at it next time I'll move that thingy. Love your shelf system!
where do you guys look for inspiration online? any special blogs/magazines/etc? yes, I'm bored at work.
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That wall unit for $80 is amazing. How did you move it?
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I worked for a office/school/home furniture business. I did the mounting/fitting for customers. We sell alot of scandinavian, french and italian designer furniture. Often costs more then most peoples car, for just a sofa. What I can say is that you pay 90% for the brand, and quality is often questionable, with questionable solutions. I once delivered a 4 person seater in gold colored velour and gold legs. Price? 25k. And the legs was mounted with 4 small wood screws ::)
Anyway... I like clean, basic designs. Love to mix veneers, like zebrano wood with more flashy colors like orange for example.
I majored in Industrial Design. In addition, I took some furniture design electives in high school. The furniture classes were more focused on handcrafted items. The ID courses taught us the design process, design skills, and manufacturing methodologies so that we could design anything, including cars, buildings, furniture, footwear, lawn mowers, and so on. My original school was the Philadelphia College of Art, which is now known as The University of the Arts. I'm not sure why you'd want a master's degree in furniture unless you have to be a teacher. In terms of the furniture itself, there is a significant difference between learning how to craft wood furniture and designing, say, an Aeron Chair. If you want to design mass-produced furniture, you should study industrial design.
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Just started nerding out on it since we got the house built. Nychair rocker from Japan was our latest purchase super comfy! Got a lift foot rest to go with it too.
https://www.nychairx.jp/
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I'm not super knowledgeable about furniture, and am not a collector, but do love vintage Eames stuff. I have a number of shell chairs, one of which I sit in for 8 hours a day and really the perfect work chair. I have an Eames desk with aluminum group rolling chair, and a pair of LCW chairs. All cheap craigslist finds spread out over the years. I do have an Eames lounge and ottoman, which is worth more than my car.
A lot of designer furniture really is wildly overpriced though. I'm having a friend built some custom outdoor seating, and for less money you can get something really beautiful and one of a kind.
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Sorry for reviving this thread, but it's a good one and can't see why it went dead.
I've got a soft spot for mid-century style because it can add a touch of sophistication to any space while still feeling inviting and comfortable. That's why I recently added this mid-century sofa (https://whataroom.com/collections/mid-century-modern-sectionals/products/jasper-sofa) to my living room. I love its clean lines and minimalist design. It set me back around $1900, but I consider it a worthwhile investment in both quality and aesthetics.
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Guess it could be considered furniture but i have an obsession with collecting aluminum web chairs. Just re-webbed one for my nephew that I got over the weekend, hit it with the 2000 Suburu Outback LL Bean combo. The kid ones are fucking adorable.
(https://i.imgur.com/xIl0McU.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/teMJneL.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/iOUm1Dw.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/clpZeDx.jpeg)
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Those chairs look great, well done restoring them. I have such a soft spot for them. I guess childhood nostalgia. I should really get a couple.
Just started nerding out on it since we got the house built. Nychair rocker from Japan was our latest purchase super comfy! Got a lift foot rest to go with it too.
@Gray Imp Sausage Metal is it worth it? Been eyeing these for a bit and want a lounge chair. Really want the Eames group lounger but have a hard time finding good examples for a reasonable price.
Been on the lookout for an Eames LCW/LCM but they never seem to come up around my way which seems odd.
https://www.nychairx.jp/
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Those chairs look great, well done restoring them. I have such a soft spot for them. I guess childhood nostalgia. I should really get a couple.
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Just started nerding out on it since we got the house built. Nychair rocker from Japan was our latest purchase super comfy! Got a lift foot rest to go with it too.
@Gray Imp Sausage Metal is it worth it? Been eyeing these for a bit and want a lounge chair. Really want the Eames group lounger but have a hard time finding good examples for a reasonable price.
Been on the lookout for an Eames LCW/LCM but they never seem to come up around my way which seems odd.
https://www.nychairx.jp/
@Sometimes sorry for the late reply, yes it's worth it but we don't use our too much with the younguns running around. Can you order them where you live?