MM Finds
MM Finds
Tables
Seating
Objet
Casegoods
Luminaires
Art
Edition 1
“soft curves, organic, touch of zen”
SEATING
Oscar Niemeyer
Rio Chaise, 1977
Black Lacquered Wood, Caning, Leather
Why we love it: The lithe curves of black wood feel as supple as the black leather of the headrest. Delicate in form yet unabashedly bold in expression, it combines natural organic materials in a modern form that feels just as challenging today as it did when it was introduced 40 years ago.
Use in the living room as a sculptural piece or in a dark intimate office lit by lamps, accentuating the mysterious shadows within its sexy curves.
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TABLES
Restoration Hardware
Balmain Dining Table
Gray Oak
Why we love it: Humble and austere, this table succeeds in its details. The slab thicknesses are balanced, chamfered edges of the top feel thoughtful, and soft rounded ends of the base are modern and elegant. Add the exposed end grain where the legs peek through the table top surface and you have a rare commercially-priced find that feels truly custom and one of a kind.
Pair with Japanese linens and stoneware to take this table in an unexpected wabi-sabi direction.
www.restorationhardware.com, starting at $2,955
CASEGOODS
Design Within Reach
Edel Media Unit
Natural Oak
Why we love it: Perfectly proportioned, this piece walks the line between Scandinavian and Japanese. Media credenzas are an often overlooked category and thoughtfully designed choices are few and far between. This one easily fills the role while elevating almost any style of contemporary design.
www.dwr.com, $2,795
LUMINAIRES
Barbara Barry
Philosophy Desk Lamp
Bronze and Silk
Why we love it: The shape of this lamp brings us back to a different time, when scholars wore robes and spent years transcribing dusty texts. This modern example brings the style to present day without losing that academically romantic feel. From the juxtaposition of the delicate silk shade against heavy bronze to the streamlined design of the exposed chain, every detail is successful.
www.circalighting.com, $675
OBJETS
Genara
Incense Holder
Cast Iron
Why we love it: Aside from being utterly adorable, this incense holder reminds us of African Senufo stools. In more contemporary design, it also shares a similar charm as one of our favorite designers, Christian Astuguevieille.
We have used it successfully in nearly every style. It brings a soft organic presence to a minimal design, while easily fitting into any culturally eclectic collection.
www.shopgenara.com, $12
ART
Cheryl Humphreys
Passenger
Original Work on Paper
Why we love it: Rolling hills, nourishing colors, simple, balanced. When I look at this piece, it’s nice and pleasant. It’s when I look away that I realize how much I miss it - and that’s quite a special thing.
www.tappancollective.com, $625