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This is a delightful little side table who’s inspiration came from a visit to grandma’s house. The table is constructed of two layers of hard acrylic with a thin layer of laser cut felt between.

“The inspiration for this design emerged during lunch at the home of Enrico Fratesi’s grandmother, Luisa. For Fratesi, the fact his grandmother’s furniture was covered in plastic was no surprise, since this method of keeping furniture clean was a practice he’d seen all his life. But for his partner, Stine Gam-Pedersen, a native of Denmark, the plastic covers were odd, unexpected and exactly the inspiration needed for their next design.”

Luisa can be used in multiples to create a coffee table, in either three of the same color or a mix.

I’ve had my eyes on this desk for a while and now it’s on sale. I’m not sure how I feel about the limed blonde wood, but I think a nice coat of white paint (almost lacquer-like) would make it stand out nicely.

parsons desk with drawers

To the delight of all of us that enjoy simple and inexpensive items, MUJI continues to expand their collection of home/office accessories. This desk is just that: simple, inexpensive, and completely MUJI.

“Components of MUJI’s Stainless Steel Unit System, these gray desk legs and smooth ash desktop coordinate to form a sleek and simple desk that is suitable for any décor. Desktop and desk legs sold separately.”

Ash Desktop: 49.25w x 21.5″h;
$245.00 ($220.50 members)

Gray Desk legs, 47w x 20.5″l
$180.00 ($162.00 members)

total: $425.00, ($383.50 members)

MoMA’s designer bio on MUJI…

Look at the lines of this piece-quite a nice shape and size for the price. I’d say you’d be getting your money’s worth.

Cherry or Walnut veneer on ply.

74.5″L x 34.5″W x 29.5″H

Speaking of parsons tables, this one’s on sale for $139, so you can afford to put your feet up in style.

Acorn or polished white

36″sq x 18″h.

It’s easy to become desensitized to prices these days- especially since it seems like everything you want is way more than you can spend. So, that’s when you have to grow up and start saving for the things you really want, which means you’ll appreciate them that much more when the item of desire actually arrives, right? All this jabber is just so I can make a point that sometimes it’s worth the big price tag.

“The Biwing Table is an instant classic with its sleek curves and functional shelves tucked below the surface at both ends. Designed for indoor or outdoor use, the A1 is made from a single sheet of 1/4″ aluminum and created without any hardware or adhesives. The minimalist modern form is materia efficient and 100% recyclable.”

45.5″ long x 22″ wide x 15.5″ high

What a steal- one, two, three or four of these would function quite well as a table/ottoman, and with removable slipcovers, it’d be a cinch to clean up (or change) your living area.

“The latest multifunctional idea from Danish designer Stine Engelbrechtsen is the Space Cube, where simplicity and ingenuity meet in a soft fabric-covered block that can function as a stool, table or ottoman. At 8 lbs, the Space Cube is also light enough to move easily and often, and can be used in multiples, whether in public waiting rooms or in children’s areas where soft surfaces are called for. The cube is resilient yet solid, and is upholstered in a blend of linen and cotton that offers visual texture, a soft hand and enduring strength. The slipcover is easily removable for dry cleaning.”

Cell foam and polyester fiber; upholstery, 74% cotton, 20% viscose, 6% linen.

Available in Anthracite, Brown, Lime or Red Orange.

H 16″ x W 18″ x D 18″

I suppose this could be considered the I B Pop chair’s side table and/or coordinating stool, and for the price, it’s worth posting.

“This solid stool or side table (it doesn’t matter what you use it for: It works brilliantly as either.) has a secret. low cut can fold flat in a fraction of a second. Ideal as extra seating you can bring out just when you need it or as outdoor furniture that can be stored away neatly until the weather finally lets you sit outside. When low cut is unfolded it takes up almost no space at all.”

Maximum load 150kg.

360 x 345 mm

Available in (outside/inside) Blue/black, black/blue, white/red , white/white ,red/white

These two pieces are quite exceptional, and for that reason only am I neglecting to provide the price. You might have heard of Susan Bradley’s Outdoor Wallpaper (if you haven’t seen it, it’s worth a look), we posted it long ago, and recently she’s expanded her collection. These two pieces are customizable in color and size; please contact Ms. Bradley for pricing.

“Both Drip shelf and Puddle table are created from powder-coated steel in a range of colours – ‘Blood’, ‘Oil’ and ‘Milk’ (gloss red, gloss black, and gloss white respectively).”

All pieces are made to order in your chosen colour.

Drip Shelf, Dimensions: L500mm x W180mm x H180mm.
Puddle Table, Dimensions: L540mm x W350mm x H350mm.

If I had known how inexpensive this table was, I would have posted it a long time ago. Patricia Urquiola is a genius and her designs are going at a premium these days, so I was thinking this table would have been a lot more expensive.

“designed by patricia urquiola for kartell, the t table was a giant hit in milan. manufactured in durable PMMA. the surface of the table is reminiscent of embroidery, resulting in a product that is functional and extremely decorative. 20″ diameter top. available in 3 heights: 11″, 14″, and 17” and 6 colors, the t table can be used alone or in groupings. “

A perfect little alder cube with a clear finish.

Designed by Brent Comber.
15.5 cubed

“designed for domestic use, the loop desk is small and light with plenty of storage space – perfect for small rooms or tight places where a desk is needed. its satined stainless steel legs are complete with grey nylon feet. this lightweight structure supports a bent and shaped birch plywood desktop available in a choice of birch finish or attractive macroter lacquer colors.”

This might have been posted long ago (?), but this is a much better picture. Combining light and table surface functionality is such a space saver (and it saves money as well).

“The Tavola Luce side table is furniture and a lamp in one. A glowing cube appears to float within this deceptively robust table, bathing your room in atmospheric light…”

Great use of a good sturdy material in such a simple way. This looks like it would last forever.
The Chunk dining table has a three inch thick solid wood top and oversize solid wood legs. Available in natural oak or wenge stain finish.

Light and airy, the I-beam table is sure to add some much needed horizontal surface area to your life without all the visual weight that ordinary tables would bring.