Furniture Design

The selection of blog posts and articles about furniture design offers a wealth of information for those interested in the field. From the history of furniture design to contemporary trends, these resources cover a wide range of topics. Some articles focus on using sustainable materials in furniture production, while others explore the intersection of technology and design.

Blog posts offer insights into the creative process behind furniture design, from concept to finished product. Additionally, some pieces delve into the psychology behind furniture choices and how they can impact our well-being. With so much to explore, this collection is an excellent resource for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and appreciation of furniture design.

Model DKR 2 wire chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1951

Model DKR 2 Chair (1951) by Charles and Ray Eames

Designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1951, the Model DKR 2 chair combines a welded steel-wire shell, Eiffel Tower base and removable upholstery in a landmark of post-war furniture design.Read More →

Design News Weekly: Costume, Craft and the Meaning of Home

Five design stories exploring Freddie Mercury’s costumes, Paul R. Williams, architectural memory and contemporary timber craft.Read More →

Blue Lotus Atelier mushroom-shaped Bauhaus-style table lamp

Lotus Atelier Blue Bauhaus-Style Lamp: Colour and Curves for a Modern Interior

The Lotus Atelier blue Bauhaus-style lamp uses saturated colour and a rounded mushroom silhouette to make compact lighting feel sculptural.Read More →

Red Kroehler open-end sofa in a 1954 American living room advertisement

Kroehler Furniture Advertisement, 1954

A 1954 Kroehler advertisement showcases affordable luxury in post-war American furniture, emphasising comfort and style while encouraging middle-class aspirations through accessible design.Read More →

Modern interior vignette with designer furniture, sculptural lighting, seating, textiles and home accessories

100 Essential Furniture, Lighting, Seating and Accessories Companies

A curated directory of 100 important furniture, lighting, seating and accessories companies, from modernist design houses to contemporary manufacturers and homeware brands.Read More →

Piero De Martini La Barca ash dining table produced by Cassina in Italy in 1975, shown with plank top, panel supports, and minimalist table setting.

Piero De Martini furniture designer

Piero De Martini is an Italian architect, industrial designer, and furniture designer born in Milan in 1939. His work belongs to the intellectually disciplined currentRead More →

1952 Widdicomb Furniture living room with striped sofa, orange lounge chairs and mid-century brick floor interior

Widdicomb Furniture Catalogue, 1952: A Vision of the Contemporary American Home

The 1952 Widdicomb Furniture catalogue showcases mid-century American interior design, emphasising comfort, colour, and coordinated furnishings for informal domestic living environments.Read More →

Chair Design: Innovations in Material and Style

The thematic hub explores chair design’s historical evolution, functionality, cultural significance, and material innovation, reflecting its impact on society and architecture through various eras.Read More →

Timeline exhibit displaying various chair designs from Ancient Egypt to 21st century innovation

Sustainable Furniture Design: Biomaterials, Circularity, and Product Lifecycles

Sustainable furniture design uses biomaterials, recycled materials, repairability, and lifecycle thinking to reduce waste and support circular design.Read More →

Man smoking cigarette near window and woman on patterned sofa holding drink

French Furniture During the Machine Age

French furniture during the Machine Age balanced luxury craft, Art Deco glamour and modernist experiments in tubular steel, lacquer, chrome and exotic woods.Read More →