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I’ve been super excited by this ever since I saw the press release, and even though it’s not available for purchase online, you can buy the pieces from the two New York stores where they are on view.

MUJI U.S.A. LIMITED announces its new furniture line, MUJI manufactured by Thonet. Thonet, a German manufacturer of high-quality furnishings, is producing a simplified form of bentwood and tubular steel furniture for the MUJI line.This line aims to bring back design masterpieces with MUJI’s extraordinary and clear simplicity. It reflects part of MUJI’s basic concept, to offer quality goods with affordable prices by streamlining the process and selecting materials which coincides with the Thonet’s original philosophy.MUJI manufactured by Thonet is displayed at Times Square Store and Chelsea Store.

Thonet Beech Table, $795.75
Thonet Beech Bentwood Chair, $495.75
Thonet Steel Pipe Chair, $575.75
Thonet Steel Pipe Desk, $675.75

Contact MUJI Times Square or Chelsea location to purchase.

As usual, these odd footstools caught my eye. I’m not liking the price as much as the strange imagery, but what can you do, right?

Egg-shaped foam footstool with drawstring/removable stretch cover in three-dimensional motif. Plastic base. 19″ tall. 56″ diameter. Dry clean.

Tato Skull Footstool – Black, $595.00, Buy it here.
Flamingo Footstool, $595.00,
Buy it here.
Snakes Footstool, $595.00,
Buy it here.

It seems like I know a bajillion couples that are having or have had babies this year, and if they should happen to call upon my expertise of available rockers online, I shall recommend this one.

It rocks and swivels, it’s cozy and wide and of course it’s friendly to the environment too. Perfect for a lullaby, story time or a cup of coffee and a good book, this Winged Glider can hold parent and child together (or several children at once) and will quickly become the favorite chair in your home.
The Alberto Glider is inspired by traditional wing chairs which in early American homes were meant to protect the lounger from a draft. This Winged chair envelopes the lounger and quiets the noise of the everyday bustle.

The slipcover (made of 100% Belgian Linen) is easily removable, machine washable and tailored. A hidden zipper along the back seam allows for the cover to be removed quickly.
Slipcover available in three colors: Cloud, Pebble or Twig.

$1995.00, Buy it here.

It’s never a good sign when you have to call in order to get the price on a chair, but this one is worth highlighting despite its lack of available information. It’s pretty new, so hopefully within the next week or two there will be a price posted.

Function meets poetry with this piece made entirely of a single sheet of felt wrapped over a metal base varnished in dark brown. A beautiful, comfortable and inviting chair.

dimensions: 43.25” x 35.5” x 17”seat height x 35.5”h
designed by dror, 2009 (this is the same designer who did the collection for Target posted a couple of days ago)

Price available upon request. Buy it here or here.

Sorry for the UO overload lately, but these cushions are particularly comfortable looking.

Substantial cotton rib brick-shaped cushion with a sophisticated herringbone cover is perfect for additional seating or use as an ottoman! Looks great in just about any room.

Block Cushion (Approx 24″w, 24″d, 20″h) $98.00,
Buy it here.
Brick Cushion (Approx 48″w, 24″d, 20″h ) $198.00,
Buy it here.

Holy smokes, this has to win the first place award for the ridiculously affordable ($128!) lounge chair. Those of you on a super tight budget now have absolutely no excuse for sub-par seating.

Sit in a pinch! Minimalist modern chair by Blu Dot – 3-guy design company inspired by mid-century design and fueled by love for architecture – chair with a reinforced felt seat and strong, structured coated metal frame. Perfect for lounging, the cradling design of this chair is truly nap-inducing and adds a sophisticated minimalist feel just about anywhere! Some simple assembly required. Exclusive to Urban Outfitters. Imported. Spot clean.

* 27.5″w, 33″d, 32.25″h
* Powder coated metal, felt

$128.00, Buy it here.

Blu Dot at Urban Outfitters? For real? It seems that the company that put ‘affordable’ next to ‘modern furniture’ has paired up with UO for a small collection of seating, tables, and a storage piece. See for yourself.

Tripod Side Table, $98.00,
Buy it here.
Bendzo Sofa, $648.00,
Buy it here.

Lily Pad Coffee Table, $248.00, Buy it here.
Easy Reader Side Table, $148.00,
Buy it here.

Slider Console, $548.00,
Buy it here.

You know you’ve been looking at too many high-end sites when $1000 for a chair seems like a bargain.

the leman chair is constructed with a brushed stainless steel frame and high resilient foam cushions. inside the back & seat cushions there is also a solid wood piece, giving the chair extra support & durability. the additional back cushion is filled with a feather down blend. some assembly required, approximately fifteen minutes per chair. shipping charges will apply.

overall dimensions: 27.5” wide x 33.75” long x 29.9” high

$1,041.00-$1290.00, Buy it here.

Wow, when I saw this at ICFF I thought it would be way more expensive than it is (because usually all super modern sleek chairs command a hefty price tag).

Developed by request of a landmark Lisbon restaurant bearing the same name, the Tavares chair is an object of thoughtful geometric lines, a “Shell” as a chair. Built in black steel, its forms reveal the the simplicity of an object that integrates with its surrounding architecture defining a common space identity.

Dimensions: H25/14.6 x W22.8 x 28 in (H64/37 x W58 x D71 cm)

$1,459.00, available at TemaHome

(This item’s link and price was updated 05/05/10. Have no idea why the price jumped from $670.00 to $1459.00, but it did. Shoot.)

I almost had a heart attack when seeing the price tag, but it’s worth checking out just for eye candy.

“The Do-Lo-Rez project, whose name comes from the expression ‘do low resolution’, is based around the concept of the pixel, the vital component of the virtual world.”

Designer: Ron Arad
$15,189.00-$22,572.00, Buy it here.

This sofa is so incredibly comfortable. It has excellent proportions and fits the curve of your lower back perfectly. I would completely recommend it if it’s within your budget. (Also, there’s a floor sample on sale at the Marylebone location in London*; I think it was marked at £2,000.00 and looked a little more red than the orange pictured here.)

Launched at the 2008 Milan Furniture Fair, Robin Rizzini’s Mate sofa is hugely inviting. Its soft cushions make it wonderful to curl up in, while it remains equally comfortable to sit upright in, thanks to seat cushions that are not too deep and a back that is just the right height to be supportive. It has a solid wood frame with elastic belts, concealed feet and a fully removable cover. It is available in other fabrics and as a modular system in a wide variety of sizes and configurations. Spare covers are also available to order.

W94 x D35.5 x H26.5 in.

$4,995.00, Buy it here or here (£2,900.00 – £5,800.00).

*Yes, I’m in London. More to follow soon.

Whether this reminds you of your early school years or not, it does seem like a sturdy option for seating.

A modern reinterpretation of the classic elementary school chair. Features a bent-ply seat and back which are fastened to the frame with rubber gaskets, which provide durability and add a functional aesthetic.

Material: Powder coated steel frame, bent ply.
Specs: (inches) 19.5w x 21d x 30.5h, Seat height: 17.5

$265.00, Buy it here.

How do you feel about feed bags as upholstery? It sounds sort of awful (doesn’t it?) but I actually like the way these ottomans look.

The Upcycle Ottoman is upholstered using a supply of surplus jute bags previously used to transport organic coffee beans. The durable bags, which would otherwise be thrown away, have been repurposed to make an original accent piece. The jute features screen-printed stencils and logos which identified the original goods, making each ottoman completely unique. Bench-Made in Canada.

18d x 18w x 16h (inches)

$425.00, Buy it here.

These leaning asterisk stools pack a lot of fun design into one little seating option. You can order from a variety of color swatches or provide your own material (a.k.a. ‘COM’) for a customized look.

-recycled HDPE plastic inner structure -high density seating foam upper surface -$525 tall $500 short -Lake Michigan sailcloth $450 tall $425 short -customer supplied material $350 tall $325 short -Place your order online and we will contact you with color swatches. Allow 6-8 weeks for delivery.

sustainable upholstery options: recycled polyester/wool felt/hopsack
19.3″ h x 24.5″ (short) x 21″ w, $500 (COM:$325)
25.1″ h x 26.1″ (tall) x 21″ w, $525 (COM:$350)
Buy it here.

Designed and fabricated by Hankbuilt in collaboration with Tanner Goods, Chair No. 2 blends modern design with simplistic construction, comfort and style.

Our first offering features a zinc-phos coated steel frame, black oxide hardware, and premium black / white cowhide stretched over birch ply.

$595.00, Buy it here.