Thursday, February 28th, 2013
Our dining room must-haves list is based on statement making qualities, comfort, ambiance and functionality.
- Extra long, extra beautiful, extra durable dining table – Big dining table by Bonaldo can accommodate up to 12 guests and features a stunning base with a variety of table tops among which are solid walnut, lacquer and glass.
Big dining table by Bonaldo
- Comfortable modern dining chairs – Maya Flex dining chairs are the new creations from Cattelan Italia featuring not only a very sleek silhouette and padded profile, but a chair back that has the ability to go back for a slightly reclined seating experience.
Maya Flex dining chair by Cattelan Italia
- Festive, yet modern tableware/silverware/glassware – Dressed collection by Marcel Wanders for Alessi meant to be formal, yet understated. Dressed offers the perfect backdrop to any setting using stainless steel, porcelain, and crystal.
Dressed collection by Marcel Wanders for Alessi
- Ambient, elegant contemporary lighting fixture – Caboche chandelier designed by Patricia Urquiola and Eliana Gerotto for Foscarini is by far one of the most ambient and timeless pieces on the market without over-the-top garishness but with plenty of glamor.
Caboche chandelier by Patricia Urquiola and Eliana Gerotto for Foscarini
- Mobile bar cabinet – times tend to get a lot happier with even the smallest hint of alcoholic drinks which is where the Mojito mobile bar by Cattelan Italia knows no rivals.
Mojito mobile bar by Cattelan Italia
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Sunday, February 3rd, 2013
No-nonsense furniture style, with support for maximum functionality and apparent simplicity, avoiding all extra details. Ideal for collectors of mid-century modern design with avid inspiration sourced from the likes of Mies van der Rohe, Le Corbusier, Alvar Aalto, Eileen Grey and others. Known for exposed furniture construction and utilization of pure materials, plain colors, straight lines and unassuming surfaces. Some great examples of recently designed modern furniture that have Bauhaus origins include the Elan dining table by Cattelan Italia, Leonardo chair by Enzo Berti for Bross, as well as the Naked dining chair by Alberto Colzani for Cerruti Baleri.
Elan extension dining table by Cattelan Italia
Leonardo chair by Enzo Berti for Bross
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Thursday, January 31st, 2013
While at the end of the day, the meal and the company are the most memorable aspect of any celebration, the backdrop of its setting often helps set the stage for the festivities. Following are two examples of perfectly designed modern dining rooms featuring exquisite furniture, dramatic lighting and congruent design that are rightfully suited for the holidays.
Sculptured Betty dining chairs by Cattelan Italia are combined with a more subdued but utterly considerable looking Manhattan dining table by Cattelan Italia. The dining room furniture collectively offer both a complementary and a contrasting feel, denoting multidimensional styling. The contrasting theme is further extended to the dark walls which are offset by soft white, sheer curtains and a touch of greenery. The finishing touches are applied by the dramatic pendant chandelier with supple and a lit floor that intensifies everything placed on it.
Manhattan dining table and Betty dining chairs by Cattelan Italia
Another example of a fantastic dining room design is Tonin Casa’s Tokyo dining table with Vivienne dining chairs. In this case, the combination of contrasting styles and colors helps this dining room setting appear very commanding and memorable.
Tokyo dining table with Vivienne dining chairs by Tonin Casa
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Saturday, August 18th, 2012
Natural walnut and its Italian sibling – Canaletto walnut is a finish that seems to be sticking around and going the “design” distance. Offering a rich, yet organic look, walnut is taking over trendy interiors, often combined with matte or high gloss lacquers, glass, and leather in a variety of functional interpretation. From edgy and fashionable to grounded and welcoming, today’s modern furniture solutions in walnut finish make quite an unforgettable appearance, just look at the Aqua 2 platform bed by Presotto or the Ikon Drive dining table by Cattelan Italia.
Aqua 2 platform bed by Presotto
Ikon Drive dining table by Cattelan Italia
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Friday, July 6th, 2012
Modern interiors are frequently found in many of today’s households because of the innate beauty they offer, and the clutter-less lifestyle they promote. With that said a continuous trend that keeps showing its fabulous character entwines injecting a few retro or baroque elements into interiors decorated mainly with modern furniture. The results lend a dramatic effect with artistic , whimsical and luxurious appeal.
Omega modern leather bed by Presotto is elaborately decorated with neo-rococo accents in the form of stunning candelabras and damask-themed metallic wallpaper.
Setting that surrounds the Panama modern sofa by Gamma Arredamenti incorporates textures and shapes that are reminiscent of French gilded eras, while Oxer designer sofa by Gamma Arredamenti is accented by mythology-inspired imagery, throw-pillows with rich textures and extravagantly styled armchair. Read More
Tags: Cattelan Italia, Design, Designer Furniture, Dining Tables, Gamma International, Italian Furniture, Italian Leather Sofa, Modern Furniture, Platform Beds, Presotto Italia
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