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Contemporary furniture with clean lines and European styling. Go to: Sleeper Sofas, Contemporary European Seating. Also Contemporary Dining Furniture

Contemporary European Seating and Tables

Flag Halyard Chair Ernest Pouf
Hans J. Wegner Flag Halyard Chair  Ernest Pouf 
It takes a craftsperson an entire day to string the chair, which is wrapped with a single uncut 240-meter piece of flag line, designed to resist unnecessary stretching over time. The luxurious long-haired sheepskin is extremely soft, sourced from humanely managed farms in Iceland, Greenland and the Faroe Islands. Made in Denmark The Ernest Pouf (2011) by Donna Wilson is characteristic of the designer's playful nature, tactile aesthetic and timeless palette. Seeking a fun response to the problem of occasional seating, she designed the low-lying Pouf to bring a little softness, intimacy and color into the home

 

Metropolitan Chair in Fabric Møller Trolley
Metropolitan Chair and Ottoman   Møller Trolley 
For B&B Italia, he created the Metropolitan (2003), an inviting swivel armchair and ottoman. Its high back is the perfect mix of Italian sophistication and comfort, while the neck rest is held in place with magnets to make it adjustable for people of all heights. "A seat that flows uninterrupted into the armrest is the hallmark of this design, and creates a truly unique seating experience and a comfy place to relax," says Bernett The Trolley can be used as a bar, serving trolley, occasional table or even a printer stand in an executive office. To make the solid walnut frame, Møller hand-selects raw wood from environmentally friendly sources and never uses machines for the final polish, as these devices treat all wood the same and can't replicate the finish that comes from polishing by hand. Founded in 1944 by Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik is located in Denmark and has received many awards, including the Danish Furniture Prize in 1974 and 1981

 

Suita Sofa Suita Sofa with Tray
 Suita Sofa  Suita Sofa with Tray
Antonio Citterio's collaboration with Vitra began in 1985, and the Suita Sofa Collection represents the best of both parties – Citterio’s Italian flair for lightness and elegance with Vitra’s precision and workmanship. A collection made for how we live today, Suita lets you customize the piece to suit your needs A collection made for how we live today, Suita lets you customize the piece to suit your needs. The 92" Sofa with Tray comes in 14 colors, across two types of upholstery finishes. The tray, which is available in two different finishes (Soft Light Pebble and Basic Dark Pebble), gives you a built-in shelf for books or a lamp, or you can pull up a chair and make it a workspace for your laptop.

 

Suita Sectional Shell Chair
 Suita Sectional  Shell Chair
Use the Suita One-Arm Sofa (with or without tray) and Chaise (with or without headrest) to create a sectional to fit your space. Available in 14 colors, across two types of upholstery finishes. Architect and designer Antonio Citterio Sometimes called the “smiling chair,” his Shell Chair (1963) achieves a floating lightness due to its wing-like seat and the arching curves of its tapered legs. And while it stands on only three legs, this chair has an absolute stability that could only be achieved by someone with Wegner’s expertise in cabinetmaking and architecture. Wegner’s belief that a chair “should be beautiful from all sides and angles” is especially evident with his Shell Chair. This comfortable masterpiece is a marvel of grace and beauty. Made in Denmark

 

CH468 Chair Wing Chair and Ottoman
 CH468 Chair  Wing Chair and Ottoman
Wegner’s CH468 Chair was designed in 1960, but it wasn’t until 2010 that Carl Hansen & Son – Wegner’s exclusive manufacturer and license holder – brought it into production. This upholstered chair is roomy enough to allow for various lounging positions, while its back, which is divided into three parts, offers support for the whole spine. The enveloping seat, back and arms are perfectly balanced on polished stainless steel legs, which offer material counterpoint and visual lightness. Denmark Regarded as the “chair-maker of chair-makers,” the Danish designer created more than 400 chairs in his lifetime. Although Wegner designed his Wing Chair in 1960, it wasn’t put into production until 2006 – debuting at the IMM Cologne furniture fair where it received a classic innovation award for its timeless appeal. The “wings” of this chair provide superior support for your upper back, neck and head, while the roomy seat allows you to sit in a variety of positions. Made in Denmark

 

Wegner Coffee Table Moebius Table
 Wegner Coffee Table Moebius Table 
Though he’s known as the “master of chairs,” Danish modernism pioneer Hans Wegner didn’t entirely neglect the other categories. Applying his signature organic, yet minimal, form, the Wegner Coffee Table (1954) is perfectly balanced on three legs, defying gravity with its visual lightness We discovered the Moebius Table in Parma, Italy, but with its endless looping base and delicately suspended glass surface, this is a design that defies national boundaries. The solid walnut base flares and narrows in six arcs, creating a look of poised animation

 

Lamino Sheepskin Chair and Ottoman Taburet M Stacking Stool
 Lamino Sheepskin Chair and Ottoman  Taburet M Stacking Stool
When you walk around the Lamino Chair, you’ll see that Ekström was a designer who carefully considered every view. Sculptural in shape, the frame flows from one graceful line to the next. Fortunately, Ekström also knew how to make something comfortable, and the way that this chair follows the natural contours of the human form is truly brilliant. Made in Sweden The Taburet M Stacking Stool is almost pure abstraction, making minimum impact on space and redefining "seat" in the simplest sense. Yet, the stool is quite substantial, offering a low, comfortable seat

 

Sawbuck Chair Easy Chair
 Sawbuck Chair  Easy Chair
Hans J. Wegner has been referred to as the “master of chairs.” The Sawbuck Chair (1952), crafted from both solid walnut and oak, is finished in a clear lacquer that highlights the natural and contrasting characteristics of the different woods. This durable chair is assembled entirely from wood – with no metal hardware – and the pieces fit snugly together like an ingenious puzzle. The seat and back are upholstered in Kvadrat wool, adding enduring comfort to Wegner’s versatile and timeless chair, a standout among the hundreds. Made in Denmark Sculptural and balanced, his Easy Chair (1950) embodies this maxim, a classic example of the “organic functionalism” for which he is famous. Its natural elegance is exemplified by the paper cord that creates the seat and back – more than 1300 feet of cord is used on each chair. Hand woven by a skilled craftsperson, it’s a process that takes eight to 10 hours. Made in Denmark

 

Malena Armchair - Walnut Frame - Velvet Malena Armchair - Leather
 Malena Armchair - Walnut Frame - Velvet  Malena Armchair - Leather
Jon Gasca's Malena Chair (1997) has character and detail that stand out from every angle. Two sweeping back legs frame a distinctive ladder back, which lightens the normally heavy form of most upholstered club chairs. The solid beech wood frame is available in an assortment of wood stains, and the graceful curve of the back slats provides excellent lumbar support. The seat and back cushions follow the contours of the chair and are upholstered in supple, but durable, semi-aniline leather. Two or more Malena chairs arranged side by side create a theater seating effect.

 

Malena Sofa - Leather Tavolo Con Ruote Limited Edition Coffee Table
 Malena Sofa - Leather  Tavolo Con Ruote Limited Edition Coffee Table
Jon Gasca's Malena Collection (1997) has character and detail that stand out from every angle. Two sweeping back legs frame a distinctive ladder back, which lightens the normally heavy form of most 3-seat upholstered sofas. It takes a bit of bravado to live with this iconic piece by Gae Aulenti, who believes strongly in the concept of surprise. Italy

 

Nube Armchair in Sarah Morris Fabric Stacked Shelving System
 Nube Armchair in Sarah Morris Fabric  Stacked Shelving System
The father-and-son design team of Jesús and Jon Gasca combined right angles with sensuous curves to create their Nube Armchair (2008). With its startlingly simple and architectural structure that can be viewed from any angle, this is a chair that's full of surprises. Nube is available in solid colors (one color for the angular parts, a different tone for the curved) or patterns by Sarah Morris, giving you endless possibilities for contract or residential applications Leave it to an architect to create a shelving system that’s as versatile as building blocks. The work of Belgian-Dane Julien De Smedt of JDS Architects, this modular system lets you create a shelving unit to fit your space and style. these boxes can be randomly stacked or precisely coordinated into a grid. The three sizes are scaled to accommodate all kinds of books. And while there are only three boxes offered, there are actually five shapes to work with, depending on how you position the two rectangles. The negative spaces created between boxes give you even more shapes with which to play. Use the colorful steel clips (sold in sets of 5) to connect the boxes.

Sleeper Sofas

Twilight Sleep Sofa - Black Frame Traversina Sleeper Sofa
 Twilight Sleep Sofa - Cento  Traversina Sleeper
Designed in response to a furniture competition at the Arhus School of Architecture in Denmark in 1999, the Twilight Sleep Sofa ingeniously accomplishes what many conventional convertible sofas cannot do: It functions as a single person daybed or easily unfolds for multiple sleepers Danish designers/architects Flemming Busk and Stephan Hertzog bring their characteristic clean geometric lines and a simple expression to the Traversina Sleeper Sofa (2006). Its low profile and minimalist form are a far cry from your grandmother’s back-wrenching hide-a-bed.

 

Twilight Sleep Sofa - Aluminum Frame Havana Sleeper Sofa with Storage
 Twilight Sleep Sofa - Aluminum Frame  Havana Sleeper Sofa with Storage
Winner of a furniture competition at the Århus School of Architecture in Denmark in 1999, Flemming Busk’s Twilight Sleep Sofa distills the concept of a convertible couch to a simple cylinder and rectangle. A compact and nicely scaled sofa, the bolster pillow adjusts to three different positions for customized seat depths and lumbar support. Offering the island-like sanctuary of a large chaise lounge, the versatility of a sofa bed, and the storage of a cupboard, the Havana Sleeper Sofa with Storage (2004) readily adapts to the demands of modern living. As a sofa, its deep berth invites easy lounging for a small group or cat napping for one or two. Italy

 

Sliding Sleeper Sofa
 Sliding Sofa
Innovation is simple and purely functional with Pietro Arosio's expertly designed Sliding Sofa. A patented conversion mechanism easily transforms a stylish sofa to a queen-size bed with the least amount of effort. The firm seat cushions and backrest provide an accommodating and correct platform for both sitting and sleeping, while two large, feather-filled pillows provide an added degree of comfort.

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