When it comes to furniture, nothing excites me more than wood that’s been hand crafted and designed with care.  Done properly, solid wood furniture is at once natural, human and timeless.  Eastvold Furniture, a small, independent shop in Minnesota, definitely has the goods. Primarily a custom furniture maker, Eastvold also maintains a storefront on Etsy. [...]

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Part of the fun of the Christmas holidays is shopping for presents for your friends, and (even better) getting some goodies yourself.  As I’ve poked around the stores, I’ve found quite a few things that I wouldn’t mind receiving.  This list, however, includes the things that are so expensive there’s no way I can afford [...]

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Just like sofas, finding the right dining table can take an extraordinarily long time.  Not only do you want it to match your dining chairs and room layout, but usually they’re on the high end of your furniture budget.  You want the table to be solid, comfortable for gatherings, usable as a work surface and, [...]

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Google posted another design-inspired logo today celebrating sculptor and furniture designer Isamu Noguchi’s birthday. Happy birthday Isamu! Speaking of celebrations, this blog is now officially 100 posts and 529 days old. Thanks to all of you readers!  Don’t forget to become a fan on our Facebook page!

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A recent Danish design show named “Dialogue – A Chair That Is Up For Negotiation“, part of the Cabinetmakers Autumn Exhibition in Copenhagen, revealed 35 new chair designs inspired by the upcoming climate change summit COP15. Would Obama, Netanyahu or Hu Jintao all pick the same chair for negotiations during the Copenhagen Climate Change Summit, [...]

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Ubiquitous airport gate seating; millions have seen these chairs in lounges all over the world.  While many people know of the talents of Charles and Ray Eames, far fewer are aware that they designed the Tandem Sling chairs.  Originally designed for Chicago O’Hare in 1962 and based on their Aluminum Group seating, these chairs have [...]

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As featured in today’s “What You Get For $200,000″ article in the New York Times, this home offers plenty of Southern charm.  Situated in a friendly neighborhood in Mississippi replete with a farmer’s market, nearby art museums and a short commute to downtown Jackson.  I have to admit I’m a bit shocked to find some [...]

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I don’t have any children (yet), but I’m nevertheless fascinated by high quality products for kids.  The Stokke Tripp Trapp highchair is a classic example of a piece of furniture that is both ubiquitous and iconic.  It’s simple design might hide the fact that it is superbly ergonomic, adjustable and sturdy.  One can only wish [...]

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If you’re a fan of Danish design, Wegner needs no introduction.  On the other hand, let me tell you about this master craftsman whose work you’ve probably already seen without knowing it. Hans Jørgen Wegner (pronounced “VAY-ner”) was a Danish legend, a prolific artisan producing wood and upholstered furniture for over 60 years.  His chairs [...]

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My Danish mom-in-law may not be into design, but she always manages to introduce me to the most wonderful home accessories.  My favorite so far have to be from Trip Trap, a furniture and home décor firm based in Hadsund, Denmark.  We’ve had their cool coasters and trivets for a few years now, but our [...]

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