Furniture Design: Amazing Furniture Designs Trends, Analysis & Ideas in India

FURNITURE DESIGN

Design alludes to many products. Under Furniture Design, Furniture Design and Technology (FDT) aims at showcasing the best and most innovative furniture designs that not only adds character to a space but also serves the purpose of functionality. From materials to designs, unconventional forms to graphics realities, check FDT for more breaking innovations in furniture design…

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Curves of Contemplation: The Intricate Form and Function of andblack’s LOOP Collection

In the world of contemporary furniture, few collections evoke such a striking blend of form, emotion, and functionality as the LOOP series by andblack.

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Original Bed Co. Brings Bespoke Comfort to Indian Bedrooms

From Mastering Craftsmanship to Personalised Perfection, The Original Bed Co. Offers a New Era of Custom Beds for India’s Dream Spaces

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Rosabagh launches the Aurelie Collection

Rosabagh takes you on a journey through French pastoral charm and Renaissance grandeur with its latest Aurelie Collection

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Furnishka Secures Rs 27 Crore to Strengthen Product Innovation and Retail Expansion

Home furnishing startup Furnishka has secured Rs 27 crores in pre-Series A funding, led by India Quotient, to fuel its next phase of growth.

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Humanscale launches India's first ergonomic furniture collection for short-duration work.

New York head-quartered Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance workplace ergonomic products, proudly introduces India’s first-of-its-kind new collection of Ergonomic Furnitureideal for Short Duration Work at the workpla...

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Maxalto Expands Chengdu Showroom, Setting a New Benchmark for Luxury in China

Maxalto has unveiled a grand expansion of its Chengdu showroom, in partnership with Tinyhome Furniture Company, marking a significant milestone for the brand in China.

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Student Transforms Cardboard into Stylish, Sturdy Furniture

Each product features a plant-based starch coating that provides water and oil resistance, with prices ranging from Rs 49 to Rs 700.

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Humanscale Introduces ‘Smart Conference Chair’ Tailored for India’s Hybrid Work Landscape

Specially crafted for the dynamic hybrid work landscape in India, New York head-quarteredHumanscale, the global leader in office ergonomics, has introduced the’ Smart Conference Chair’ that takes intuitive comfort to a new level of luxury, suitable f...

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Jaipur Designer Turns Waste Paper into Durable, Compostable and Water-Resistant Furniture

This furniture comes in six styles, each capable of supporting up to 100 kg, and is made from natural materials that are also water-resistant.

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Student Creates Shape Shifting Furniture Design that Transforms into 14 Forms

This constraint sparked his creativity, leading him to design a versatile piece of furniture capable of transforming into 14 different forms, from a chair and table to a TV unit.

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This Bed Brings 18th-Century Glamour to Hotel de la Marine

The Day Bed serves as homage to the Indenants’ Apartments, which were once the residence of the intendant of the Garde-Meuble de la Couronne, the institution responsible for managing the French royal household’s furnishings.

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The Move a Little Bit Further Bench Explores Relationship Dynamics Through Sliding Aluminium Plates

The result is a bench where couples can adjust their distance, embodying the changes in closeness experienced during various phases of relationships.

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This Table is a Living Design Piece that Merges Mycelium with Custom Glassware | The Ephemeral Table

Dubbed The Ephemeral Table, this striking creation is composed of a 50 per cent mycelium substrate blended with various organic waste materials such as paper and leaves.

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Designer Recycles Nylon Tights into an Exclusive Furniture Collection | Tights to Tables

Swedish Stockings’ Tights to Tables exemplifies their dedication to preserving the Earth’s finite resources.

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This Bench is a Bold Fusion of Repurposed Plastic Pipes and Animal-Inspired Design | Leopard Bench

Van Veen has experimented with power tools to carve into the surface of the pipes, creating the distinctive fur-like pattern of the Leopard bench.

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Are Ergonomic Monitor Stands Worth the Upgrade Over Traditional Monitor Stands

The debate of modern vs traditional is long-standing in several aspects. Be it in clothing choices, cultures, rituals, working procedures, or simple things such as recipes, many people are torn between the two

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Entrepreneur Uses Natural Fibres to Create Sustainable Design

Shruthi’s narrative is beautifully reflected in the items around her, crafted from natural fibres like banana fibre, water hyacinth and seagrass.

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BENTU Design Turns Discarded Shoe Soles into Stunning, Sustainable Furniture | WU Stools

WU stools address this waste problem by using 90 per cent recycled rubber shoe material—about 15kg per stool, equivalent to 60 rubber soles.

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Designer's Cylinder Series Combines Frosted Acrylic and Aluminium for Sculptural Elegance

The metal framework is arranged both horizontally and vertically, forming the essential structure of each item.

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IDS Unveils Bul-Bo Soft Lamp

The Bul-Bo Soft Lamp’s minimalist aesthetic, complemented by the gentle texture of its fabric, makes it an ideal fit for diverse interior styles.

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Studio Part's Innovative Metal Mold Transforms Willow Trees into Self-Supporting Benches

Once the willow has matured into a stable bench shape, the mold and screw foundations can be removed without damaging the roots, leaving no trace of the artificial structure.

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Designer Transforms Cardboard into Elegant Twilight-Inspired Lamps | CENIT Collection

The simplicity of the design not only enhances its aesthetic versatility but also ensures sustainability, as worn or damaged parts can be easily replaced with readily available cardboard.

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This Chair is a Fusion of Elegance and Sculptural Design in Fibreglass | Samba Dining Chair

The chair is crafted from cast fibreglass, featuring a sculptural design that sets it apart, especially with its distinctive backrest.

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Designer Transforms IKEA’s Packaging into Award-Winning Upcycled Stool

The stool is made from the same corrugated board used for the packaging, with the addition of a simple rubber band to secure it.

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Heineken’s Waste-to-Wear Transforms Single-Use Bottles into Stylish Homeware and Wearables

The Waste-to-Wear collection leverages the inherent resilience and adaptability of glass by repurposing it into a variety of products.

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TATAMI ReFAB PROJECT Merges Japanese Tradition and Technology with 3D Printing

By blending recycled tatami with biodegradable plastic, they have created a sustainable material that is both adaptable and durable.

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This Chair Redefines Ergonomics with Scandinavian-Inspired Design and Customizable Comfort

Scandinavian functional and ergonomic design principles, the Moon chair redistributes pressure to the knees, relieving spinal stress and promoting a natural, correct posture.

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This Floral-Inspired Modular Fire Pit Revolutionizes Outdoor Elegance

Inspired by the natural beauty of flowers, particularly the intricate patterns found in sunflowers, each concrete segment of the fire pit resembles a petal, contributing to its overall floral-inspired form.

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Sources Unlimited Unveils Preciosa's Elegant and Contemporary Chandelier Collection

These chandeliers blend historical elegance with contemporary design, adding a luxurious touch to any sophisticated space.

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A Customizable Storage Solution Inspired by Pegboard-Style Furniture for Modern Spaces

The system encourages interior designers and users to tailor spaces creatively, supporting various configurations for homes, offices, or public areas.

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Compact, Sustainable Pet Furniture Designs for Small Living Spaces

This project reflects the growing market for pet furniture, aligning with recent trends like IKEA’s pet product range.

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Sustainable Designed Stool with Sawdust and Potato Scraps | Briket Stool

Despite its unconventional look, the stool is stable and reliable, embodying true sustainability from start to finish.

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Ergonomic Gaming Chair for Ultimate Comfort | Refine

Fractal Design’s new offerings reflect their commitment to ergonomic design and advanced functionality, targeting gamers seeking comfort and quality.

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Urban Architecture Meets Home Decor through City Block Collection

Rosenblatt, primarily a metalworker, aims to translate the city’s skyline into smaller, domestic forms.

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Chair Inspired by Chinese Fortune Cookies and Redesigned for Comfort | Fortune Chair

The Fortune chair, suitable for indoor and outdoor use, is crafted from over 25 per cent recycled post-consumer plastic and is fully recyclable.

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A Slime Mold-Inspired Innovative Seating System | SIT(UATION)

Comprising large, worm-like inflatable volumes interconnected by zippers, the seating system allows for versatile configurations, promoting interaction and collaboration among users.

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Bench Inspired by Japanese Shrine Gates | Torii Bench

Lamm, who blends Eastern and Western cultural influences, aimed to encapsulate the spiritual allure of Torii gates, which symbolize tranquility and mystique.

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Exploring Human Narratives through Malleable Sculptural Seating

Missel’s works reflect his past experiences of collecting and selling scrap materials to fund his early sculptures.

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MAWD Unveils Eco-Luxe Furniture Collection | MAWDmade

It includes a curled boucle dining chair made from Angora wool, regenerated cellulose and cotton; a lounge chair wrapped in leather dyed with Mediterranean olive leaves; and a side table with a veined marble top made from over 98 per cent recycled ma...

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A Sustainable Sofa System Crafted from Natural Cork and Latex, Emphasizing Recyclability

The sofa is over 99 per cent composed of renewable materials, with only the seat pads containing a small amount of glue-based plywood.

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Vita Moderna Unveils the L’infini Armchair by Elie Saab Maison

The L’infini Armchair, designed in collaboration with renowned Italian architect and designer Carlo Colombo, embodies three fundamental principles.

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This UFO-Inspired Rocking Chair Combines Celestial Aesthetics with Modern Elegance

Designed by Mavimatt, this chair reimagines the traditional rocking chair, typically an antiquated wooden seat with curved legs for rocking back and forth.

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Hidden Drawers and Surreal Lips Design Make Kissing Cabinet a Functional Art Piece

The Kissing Cabinet is an evolution of a piece they created for Louis Vuitton’s 200th birthday, which featured a trunk that turned inside out.

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Design Dysphoria Celebrates Queer Art and Design

Design Dysphoria, an exhibition highlighting furniture and artwork by women, trans and non-binary designers in Brooklyn, showcased during NYCxDesign.

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A Chair Collection that Celebrates Female Icons with High-Heeled Feet

The collection includes chairs named Dita, Josefina, Syrena, Nefertari, Zenobie, Radicalla, Morphea, Metropolissa and Pompadour.

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A Sound and Sculpture Installation Celebrating San Francisco’s Sights and Sounds

Inspired by the forms of trees, these sculptures are equipped with speakers that play sounds reflecting the San Francisco Bay area.

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This PaperShell Made chair is a Sturdy Alternative to Conventional Materials

Instead, it leverages PaperShell, a material developed by a Swedish startup, which ingeniously reconstitutes wood-derived paper into a sturdy, wood-like substance.

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Designer Transforms Cardboard Waste into Versatile Cuna Furniture Line

This collection, designed by Valeria Coello, transforms a common household material, cardboard, into a versatile and stylish piece of furniture, demonstrating the untapped potential of what we typically regard as waste.

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A Communal Table that Unites West African Tradition and Contemporary Design | Communion Table

The design of the table reflects Tettey Nartey’s deep respect for West African traditions and his desire to elevate them to a global audience.

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Redefine Dining Spaces with this Versatile Furniture Collection made from Reclaimed Materials

The designs incorporate reclaimed and biobased materials, including recycled fishing nets, discarded carpets and castor-bean bioplastic.

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Hemp-made Bedding Collection at Milan Design Week | Majotae 9490

Named Majotae 9490 to represent the average number of days a person spends asleep in their lifetime, the collection includes flat sheets, duvet covers and pillowcases.

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This Versatile Furniture takes New Shape on How its Rotated

The furniture is both purposeful and open to interpretation, serving as both a sculpture and a pragmatic piece.

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Designer’s Biocollaborative Design Journey Blends Furniture and Insects

By combining the mealworms’ natural behavior with advanced manufacturing techniques, Eliot achieved a striking piece of furniture that captures the intricate architecture created by the insects in the polystyrene.

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Sculptural Furniture Inspired by Neoclassical Theme

Inspired by the neoclassical theme of the Toilet of Venus, a popular subject from the sixteenth century, the collection features a daybed and a set of chairs with integrated lamps, all made to order.

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Avoid Making These Mistakes for Wardrobe Design

Designing an effective wardrobe involves much more than just adding a few extra shelves and shoe racks.

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Is Multi-functional Furniture Losing Appeal?

To comprehend the scope of multifunctional furniture, Furniture Design and Technology (FDT) reached out to prominent figures in the industry, spanning from furniture designers to manufacturers and interior designers,

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Furniture Coating | The Booming Business Innovations, New Products, Market & More

The growth of the Indian furniture market is bolstering the success of allied industries, and the Indian furniture coating market has emerged as a beneficiary of this trend. Furniture Design & Technology (FDT)

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Elevating Kitchen, Wardrobe & Furniture Hardware | Innovations in Functionality and Design

Hardware elements like hinges, handles, drawers, and slides play pivotal roles maintaining their relevance over time, if we take a careful look there are products in these categories, which have been used for countless years as also new age innovatio...

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Eero Aarnio Originals Unveils a Maple Wood Sculptural Masterpiece | Parabel Table

The Parabel side table is designed not only to serve its functional purpose but also to imbue any space with a touch of elegance and sophistication.

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Handmade V/S Luxury - Achieving the Right Degree of Personalization through Proper Amalgamation

India- an ever-expanding luxury market the luxury market in India is poised for growth; a report by KPMG suggests that it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 20% over the next few years. The high demand of luxury homes,

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Round Multipurpose Table for Contemporary Workspace

The collection features a versatile design, with tables available in two depths and three height variations, allowing for flexible arrangements to suit different office settings.

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Innovation and Practicality Blend to form this Lamp

The Grasp portable lamp is designed with a minimalist aesthetic, ensuring it fits seamlessly into various environments.

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Swedish Studio Unveils Kelp Chair Made From Ocean Algae

The chair is crafted from Nordic sugar kelp, a type of brown seaweed found in the North Atlantic and North Pacific Oceans.

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The Future Is ‘STARCK’

For over half a century, the world of design has been transformed by the renowned French designer, Philippe Starck. His father, an aeronautical engineer, instilled in him the concept of invention as a “duty.”

One Furniture Piece I Loved Using In My Recent Project

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One Furniture Piece That Architects and Designers Loved Using In Their Recent Project

On the occasion of upcoming Women’s Day in March, Furniture Design and Technology (FDT) reached out to women architects and designers to unravel that one piece of furniture which they loved using in their project. After all what is form and function ...

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Loewe Lamps Exhibition Shines Light on Artistry and Innovation at Milan Design Week

According to Jonathan Anderson, founder of JW Anderson and head of Loewe, the artists experimented with the properties of each material to create unexpected interactions with light.

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Eco-Friendly Collection Unveiled at Milan Design Week

Garbage Kids emphasizes traditional carpentry, crafting each piece by hand with a slow, deliberate approach, contrasting with modern mass production.

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CAN INDIA BECOME A READYMADE FURNITURE HUB? NAVIGATING CHALLENGES FOR GLOBAL DOMINANCE

The Indian Government has already identified the furniture sector as a crucial sector to drive the Indian economy; having said that the road ahead needs to be traversed in a planned and strategic way.

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Innovative Furniture made out of Recycled Parachute Material

The Canopy Collection is the result of close collaboration between Layer and Raeburn, celebrating innovative thinking from industrial design and fashion worlds.

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Retrospective Show Celebrates Alessandro Mendini’s Legacy at Milan Design Week

The exhibition, divided into six thematic sections, reflects on Mendini’s life and work, beginning with Identikit, a series of self-portraits.

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Gaggenau’s Elevation of Gravity offers a Transformed Luxury Experience | Milan Design Week

Installed in the glass conservatory of the 1930s villa, The Elevation of Gravity is a minimalist-designed installation that marks the brand’s second utilization of the space following its event in 2022.

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IKEA Unveils Unconventional, Versatile Gaming Furniture at Milan Design Week | Brannboll Collection

The Brannboll collection was crafted to offer mobility and adaptability, allowing gamers to enjoy their favourite pastime across different rooms and platforms.

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WOOD LAND Exhibition to Celebrate Wood Craftsmanship and Sustainability

Notable highlights include Irish designer and maker Joseph Walsh’s unique furniture piece crafted from the wood of a one-hundred-year-old elm tree, felled due to Elm disease, and innovative projects that blend traditional craft techniques with modern...

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ChopValue Converts Used Chopsticks into Statement Furniture

ChopValue’s work desk is made using 10,852 chopsticks that would otherwise end up in a landfill.

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Sungai Design Makes Waves with Debut Furniture Line from Recycled Plastic Waste

Each chair is crafted from a sheet material made entirely from discarded plastic bags, with approximately 2,000 bags needed for its construction.

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Sustainable Modular Furniture that Redefines Modern Living Spaces | Vank Cube

Designed by Vank’s creative director, Anna Vonhausen, these blocks offer versatile functionality, serving as storage units, space dividers, or even tables and desks.

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A Stunning Fusion of Sustainable Design and Origami-Inspired Pendant Light | Sora

The choice of tyvek as the primary material is deliberate, as it offers waterproof and tear-proof properties while remaining fully recyclable, aligning with the designers’ commitment to sustainability.

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This Stool Offers Sustainable Transformation and Versatility | Unknown Stool

A minimalist stool concept by designers Erika Avery and Stu Cole offers a sustainable solution by seamlessly transforming two stools into a single bench and vice versa, adapting to evolving demands.

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Students Innovate Furniture Design Using Food Waste and Plant-Based Materials | Luffa Stoolita

The project emphasizes the integration of luffa sponges, combined with spent coffee grounds and clay-rich soil, as key components for developing the stool design.

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A Modular Communal Dining Solution Tailored for Every Gathering | Panigiri

The Panigiri benches feature a thoughtful design with divided segments, allowing easy access to each seating spot without the need for awkward maneuvering.

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This Unique Lamp Series Blend Organic and Industrial Elements with Artistry and Sustainability

The lampshades are intricately handwoven around handmade metal structures, adding to their individuality.

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Cork Furniture Inspired by Volcanic Rocks | DOL Furniture

The DOL furniture collection strikes a balance between these extremes, drawing inspiration from the raw and unpolished volcanic rocks found on Jeju Island, South Korea.

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Pendant Lighting Crafted from Plant-Based Leather Alternative | Couro

One standout piece from the collection is the Couro 8 Leafs lamp shade, where the preserved leaf shapes are arranged into an elegant artichoke-like formation.

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Designer Crafts Chairs from Thousands of Manila Paper Pieces

Thoreen’s creation comprises four distinct chairs, each constructed from an astonishing 3,000 stacked pieces of manila paper, commonly used in envelopes.

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Innovative Clay-Padded Chaise Lounge Crafted from Repurposed Clay

Encased in clear plastic, the clay, kept moist within the vacuum-sealed sheath, conforms to the body of the sitter, reminiscent of Play-Doh’s pliability.

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Quba Homes Unveils RAW Luxury Bespoke Collection

This collection, which stands for Redefined, Avant-Garde, and Workmanship, features innovative, luxurious and elegant designs.

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Terrazzo-like Pattern Showcases the Beauty of Recycled Materials through this Stool

The Stump Recycled stool retains the iconic subtly tapered circular form of its predecessor but introduces a striking structure with its vibrant terrazzo-like surface, achieved through the innovative use of recycled plastic material.

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Innovative Modular Office Chair for Versatile Work Environments | Spine

Revealed at the Stockholm Furniture Fair, Spine features modular components, allowing customization for various tasks and work environments.

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350 Hand-Burnt Wooden Stools Emerge as Icons of Resilience at Milan Fashion Week

Informed by the essence of southern Italy, the fashion house meticulously created 350 of these wooden stools, each hand-burnt using a traditional Japanese scorching technique.

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These Plant-Based Chairs are Redefining Sustainability in Furniture Design | Mat Chairs

The collection features two distinct chairs, one crafted from hemp and the other combining hemp with eelgrass, a marine plant akin to seaweed.

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This Innovative Crib Design Blends Style and Sustainability through a Chair

This innovative concept challenges the traditional notion of single-use cribs by seamlessly transitioning into two fashionable leisure chairs.

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Eco-Friendly Biocomposite Solutions for Sustainable Panels | Cocoboard

Their flagship innovation, Cocoboard, crafted from coconut husk fibers and tannin extracts, offers a versatile solution for both furniture and interior architecture.

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Sustainable Stool Born from Electronic Appliance Packaging Waste | Edgar Stool

Conceived with the goal of minimizing resource usage, energy consumption, and production costs, this portable stool stands as a testament to ingenuity.

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Eco-Friendly Office Lamp Made from Hemp and Sugarcane Bioplastic

The inspiration for the lamp’s material choice stemmed from a desire to minimize its carbon footprint.

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Ikea Introduces VAXELBRUK Collection Made from Recycled Coworker Uniforms

The collection is crafted from recycled coworker uniforms that were slated for disposal when Ikea introduced new attire in 2020.

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Racconti Redefines Luxury Furniture through its Resonance Collection

The Resonance collection transcends traditional furniture, offering a captivating exploration into the essence of design.

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Maranello Unveils Latest Brass Rods Design | Trinity

The collection seamlessly merges brass rods into a design that embodies sophistication and unique elegance, establishing a new benchmark in architectural hardware.

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Architect Transforms Urban Waste into Stunning Furniture Exhibition | Ex Soup

The pieces showcased in Household Constructions showcase innovative combinations of materials, often stacked to form recognizable shapes, with many creations eschewing traditional adhesives in favour of tension to maintain ergonomic integrity.

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Discarded Lindlar Greywacke Slabs Transformed into Striking Furniture Elements

In his latest endeavour, he ventured to a quarry in Lindlar, Germany, where he salvaged discarded Lindlar Greywacke slabs, transforming what would have been waste material into striking furniture elements.

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Vibrant Furniture Crafted from Rolls of Tracing Paper

Among the paintings and objects, there are updated iterations of her Paper Pleats furniture series, constructed by intertwining rolls of tracing paper into honeycomb formations and immersing them in rice glue.

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Furniture Collection Crafted from Aluminum Crusts | One Side Sawn

Named One Side Sawn, this collection comprises flat-pack tables, shelves, cabinets, mirrors and desk accessories, all hewn from a material typically discarded during aluminium block formation.

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IKEA Announces Closure of Its Store at Mumbai’s R-City Mall

IKEA has decided to close its store in R-City Mall, Mumbai, citing that it did not meet the expectations of the Swedish home products and furniture retailer.

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The Ever-Evolving Indian Kitchen and Wardrobe Market

In the bustling landscape of the Indian furniture industry, the discussion frequently circles back to one of the most sought-after products in the country – kitchen and wardrobe solutions.

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How to Run a Successful Retail Interior and Furniture Store

In the thrilling conclusion of IFC 2023, guided by Pragat Dvivedi, the spotlight shone on strategies for building a prosperous furniture store.

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Consumers Mindset of Metros & Tier 2 Cities - The Challenges

For furniture manufacturers, modular experts, traders, and distributors, it’s essential to identify the consumer you want to address and the products you want to offer.

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Why Italy, Why China? A discussion on the India Moment and the High Opportunity Space

During the discussion, Ms. Manghnani highlighted the organic evolution of her business, emphasizing its transition from dealing with Italian brands and the trust they’ve built over time. She underscored the aspirational value associated with Italian ...

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High-End Residential and Commercial Furniture: Scope and Trends in India

The panelists discussed various aspects of high-end furniture, including materials, craftsmanship, detailing, innovation, and authenticity. The conversation touched upon the role of materials in luxury furniture and the need for sustainable and respo...

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Consumers Mindset of Metros & Tier 2 Cities - Catering to Diverse Tastes

Mr. Dvivedi engaged in a thought-provoking dialogue with Mr. Bhartia to uncover the fascinating journey of furniture design in India. The discussion delved into the changing dynamics of consumer preferences in both metropolitan and tier 2 cities.

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Consumers Mindset of Metros & Tier 2 Cities

The Consumer Mindset in Big Metros & Tier 2 Cities session, conducted during the India Furniture Conclave 2023 as part of MATECIA, was a resounding success. This session, held on September 22, 2023,

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Design Plays a Pivotal Role in Shaping the Industry’s Future

Mr Dwivedi further professed that design plays a pivotal role in shaping the industry’s future. In the world of furniture manufacturing, design thinking acts as a guiding light, ensuring that every facet of the business aligns seamlessly.

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Managing Efficiency & Quality in the Furniture Industry

As the industry shifts towards higher standards, it’s evident that a focus on quality is not just an aspiration but it’s a commitment etched into the very fabric of the business. The esteemed panelists came together to share their perspectives

MATECIA EXHIBITION 2023: A Grand Success Redefining the Building&Interior Products Industry of India

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MATECIA 2023: A Grand Success Redefining the Building & Interior Products Industry of India

Spanning a vast 300,000 square feet area, the second edition of MATECIA Exhibition India served as an extensive platform for over 300 exhibitors at Pragati Maidan Delhi from September 22nd to 24th, 2023, achieving unprecedented success.

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Glimpses of WADE ASIA 2023

Over the last 8 years, WADE INDIA has gone through the stages of conception, implementation, adaptation, and then the acceptance. The massive response from the design fraternity and industry to the 2023 edition.

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Essajees Atelier’s Curated Selection of Sliding Doors - Slide in Style

Essajees Atelier’s curated selection of sliding doors are seamless match for opulent residences as well as contemporary apartments, showcasing the limitless ingenuity and innovation within the realm of interior design.

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It’s All about the Curves - Material Matters

As the trend towards softer curves gains momentum, it’s not just the form that’s evolving; material choices are being reevaluated too. Singh points out the resurgence of warm and organic materials, including all-wood pieces, warmer fabric hues...

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It’s All about the Curves - Breaking Regimented Silhouettes

Elaborating on the distinctive feel that curved design furniture imparts to spaces, Kant highlights a few of its advantages “The absence of sharp corners and angular lines reduces the amount of empty or dead space, making the most of the available sq...

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It’s all about the curves - Evolving Elegance

In the dominion of interior design, where straight lines and regimented arrangements have long been the norm, a new wave is emerging – the resurgence of curved furniture design.

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Business of Furniture in India 2023-2027 - Investing In The Future

India as a market has become an enticing prospect for both domestic and global players of the furniture and modular industry. As a result companies are keen to invest and expand their existing facilities.

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Business of Furniture in India 2023-2027-The Infusion of Technology in the Indian Furniture Industry

Technology has seeped into critical aspects of businesses allowing them to be both efficient and flexible and the furniture supply chain too cannot remain isolated from this development; more so, because of the emerging business prospects.

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Business of Furniture in India 2023-2027 - The Path Ahead

The Indian furniture industry, a dynamic and ever-evolving landscape, is gearing up for unprecedented changes in the coming years. Offering profound insights into IKEA’s transformative journey in India and its vision for the future...

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AFC at WADE ASIA Architecture Event

AFC Furniture Solutions is a stalwart in the market, specializing in the endto- end process of conceptualizing, designing, manufacturing, and delivering top-tier modular furniture solutions across India.

Business of Furniture in India 2023-2027 - The Changing Role Of Indian Suppliers

In the ever-evolving landscape of the Indian furniture industry, retailers and manufacturers are often viewed as drivers of change. However, a silent revolution is underway, and interestingly...

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India Furniture Conclave 2023 - A Convergence of Industry Titans

The India Furniture Conclave 2023, held as part of MATECIA at Pragati Maidan on September 22, 2023, achieved remarkable success. The event commenced with a grand ceremonial lamp lighting ceremony, graced by esteemed individuals such as Mr Sajjan Bhaj...

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Sustainability and Technological Transformation - Business of Furniture in India 2023-2027

Expertly moderated by Mr Pragat Dvivedi, this enlightening session offered a vision for specialization, sustainability and technological transformation that will shape the future of the furniture industry in India.

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Business of Furniture in India 2023-2027 - Heralding the Change

The Indian furniture industry is undergoing a remarkable evolution. To gain deeper insights into this transformation, Mr Dvivedi turned to Mr Lohia, who offered a comprehensive view of this sector and its growth prospects from 2023 to 2027.

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Transformative 3D-Printed Furniture from Repurposed E-Waste by Lenovo

The collaboration between Lenovo and Aectual transcends traditional e-waste recycling and exemplifies an inventive approach to repurposing e-waste plastics into 3D-printed event furniture.

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Student Revitalizes Discarded Books into Unique Furniture Collection | Transformed Remnants

The Transformed Remnants collection thus challenges the perception of discarded books, transforming them into functional and visually intriguing furniture pieces.

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Designer Creates a Plastic-Free, Infinitely Recyclable Furniture Collection

No new cardboard was purchased; instead, Lamb repurposed waste from his studio, from postage boxes to toilet rolls.

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3D Printed Furniture and Lighting Reimagined from Discarded Tatami Mats | Tatami Refab Project

Honoka developed this unique material by blending biodegradable resin with Igusa grass extracted from discarded Tatami mats, addressing the declining popularity of this traditional Japanese matting.

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Bello! Bench is a Sustainable Marvel Made of 90% Recycled Aluminium

Crafted from nearly 90 per cent recycled and 100 per cent recyclable aluminium, the bench highlights the versatility of extruded aluminium.

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Wool and Bio-Resin Composite Unite for Sustainable Seating | Welsh Mountain Hembury Chair

This composite material serves as an environmentally conscious alternative to commonly used injection-molded plastics in chair design.

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A Modular and Adaptable Chair for Modern Workspaces | Spine

The design, available in standard and high versions with a footrest, adapts to various spaces within an office or studio, offering both style and adaptability.

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Treeline Lighting Series Repurposes Urban Wood Waste for Design Innovation

Stickbulb’s approach transforms this discarded wood into high-quality, attractive lighting fixtures, raising awareness about the potential of salvage without overtly emphasizing its reclaimed nature.

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This Lighting Series is a Fusion of Sculpture and Light | Ghost Chandelier

This ghostly chandelier boasts an organic, minimalist-inspired shape, casting captivating shadows and patterns in every corner of your home.

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Tate Modern Furniture Collection Crafted from Fallen Trees | Goldfinger

Goldfinger chose to repurpose timber that would otherwise be discarded, showcasing the beauty of native British wood.

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Aviator-Inspired Cork Rocking Chair with Historic Homage and Eco-Friendly Craftsmanship

In celebration of its decade-long journey, Portuguese design brand Dam has introduced a cork-clad rocking chair inspired by the aesthetics of seaplanes.

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Digitally Woven Series Pushes Boundaries of 3D Printing and Sustainability

Their collaborative project, known as the Digitally Woven series, delves into the realms of 3D printing by utilizing thrice-recycled plastic and an innovative printing methodology, which involves loops instead of conventional layers.

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A Festival of Friendship and Design by Rio Kobayashi

Key pieces included the Fatty Tuna dining table, the Piece of Cake Sofa and unique furniture transformations.

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Illuminating Dining Tables with Style and Functionality | Mantle Lamp

Mantle’s versatility shines through with its battery power source, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

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Transforming Car Parts into Thoughtful Furniture | Part Exchange

Masebo’s Part Exchange project, commissioned by the museum, involved acquiring an aging Alfa Romeo on eBay and creatively disassembling it for parts.

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Chairs that Foster Active Sitting for Children’s Health and Well-Being | Rom & Lupa

The resulting chairs—Rom, featuring a sloped seating platform, and Lupa, with two felted areas connected by a lowered central section—empower children to explore eight distinct sitting positions.

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The Playful Elegance of this Lamp Unites Functional Illumination and Whimsical Design

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This Chair Blends Wooden Halos and Glass Stars with Digital Precision and Hand Craftsmanship

Comprising more than 400 distinct components, the COSMOS chair harmoniously blends styles from various eras, merging digital precision with the artistry of skilled craftsmen.

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This Public Seating Solar-Powered Bench Rotates on its Own | Solar-Powered Bench

The Solar-Powered Bench’s interaction with the sun causes it to spin faster on sunnier days and slower when the sky is overcast.

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Crafting Minimalist Sculpting Lights from Volcanic Rock | Meta Parallel

The Meta Parallel collection serves as luminous sculptures, suspending volcanic rocks in a seemingly weightless dance.

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This Ingeniously Adaptable Chair offers years of Comfort | Froc High Chair

The Froc high chair is ingeniously adjustable, growing alongside the child from 6 months to 10 years.

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Geometric Elegance Crafted from Metal with Minimal Wastage | OBJ-01 Lamp

The OBJ-01 lamp is crafted from laser-cut stainless steel, steel or brass and manually put together using a rubber mallet.

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Civitas Bookcase Redefines Modular Design with Aluminium Cross-Profile and Eco-Friendly Focus

The Civitas bookcase’s cross-profile, crafted from extruded aluminium, acts as a connecting element between shelves and columns.

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This Ply-Made Collapsible Pendant Light is Compact and Sustainable | Espina Pendant

Crafted from a single sheet of plywood, the lampshade incorporates a spiraled pattern that mimics the concertina effect when suspended from the central point of the sheet.

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Carlsberg Italia’s Project Transforms Plastic Kegs into Public Space Furniture

Carlsberg Italia collaborated with citizens, Milan Politecnico students, curator Davide Crippa and the district municipality to transform 2,500 kg of plastic kegs into public space furniture.

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Yuma Kano Showcases the Beauty of Rust through Furniture Design | Rust Harvest Chair

The team’s technique involved skillfully extracting rust from metal plates using acrylic resin.

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3D Printed Lamp with Natural Filaments by ZM Design Lab is Fun and Interactive | Puddy

The 3D printed lamp with natural filaments that are sourced from various types of wood enhances the beauty of the lamp.

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CHYBIK + KRISTOF Architects create this Showroom using Angled and Affixed Individual Seats

The initial one-story building with an unappealing aesthetic has been turned into a structure with a distinctive facade composed of over 900 black plastic seats.

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Design An Mor Transforms Paper Waste into Innovative Furniture Solutions | Paper Clay

Design An Mor addresses the challenge of industrial paper waste by recycling organic materials to create adaptable, versatile modular furniture.

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Croft Sit-Stand Desk: A Seamless Combination of Tradition and Modernity for Home Offices

The desk’s distinctive design includes angled drawers that not only offer generous storage space but also contribute to its geometric visual appeal.

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Organic Loop and Single-Line Steel Drawings Contour the Doodle Collection

Despite the name, the furniture resembles single-line drawings, akin to blind contour sketches in 3D space.

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Table made from Eucalyptus Wood and Recycled Yoghurt Pot for Adaptable Office Settings

The Work Series II table’s construction employs formaldehyde-free glue and is coated with VOC-free, plant-based finishes.

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The Drop Side Table’s Unique Twisting Design Redefines Functionality

What sets this side table apart is its asymmetric twisting point, enabling versatile use from every angle, including when it’s inverted.

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The Sum of Small Parts: A Playful Fusion of Artisanal Craftsmanship and Contemporary Design

Conceived during the challenges of Covid-19 lockdowns, The Sum of Small Parts encompasses an exquisite chandelier, a versatile bar cart and an elegantly designed chair.

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This Storable Lamp Redefines Illumination and Storage in Compact Living Spaces | SAI

Initially housed within a wooden shelving unit that doubles as furniture, users can take out the desired module and carry it to where it’s needed.

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This Furniture System is Inspired by Wall-Facing Preferences in Workspaces | Cubicle

Formed with oak-veneered plywood, the designs draw inspiration from diner booths and train carriages, creating semi-rooms within larger spaces.

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This Revolutionary Task Chair Tackles Ocean Plastic with Recycled Fishing Nets | Liberty Ocean

This innovative chair range addresses the pressing issue of ocean plastic, setting a new standard as the first task chairs crafted from recycled fishing nets.

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Space Copenhagen and Mater Introduce Circular Seating Collection | Eternity

The high stool complements Mater’s existing collection of shell chairs made from their innovative circular waste material called Matek.

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Designers Revitalize Wood Waste into Innovative Seating Elements | WoodenWood Project

The project combines traditional woodworking with robotic printing to create seating elements using an all-natural wood paste made from sawdust, a material that is often discarded.

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Furniture Sector Can Also Grow With the PLI Scheme

Designed to encourage investment and reduce import dependency in the country, the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme in India is now being expanded to new sectors.

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This Bench Integrates History and Sustainability with Handmade Clay Bricks | Float

The making process revolves around pre-cutting each brick to precise angles and dimensions, with 360 bricks crafted into 13 different types before being intricately layered by skilled bricklayers.

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The Slide Table Pioneers Sustainable Design and Captivating Aesthetics | Deniz Aktay

Crafted from a single sheet of wood, the table’s round tabletop and interlaced legs are ingeniously cut from the same piece, ensuring no material goes to waste.

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David Adjaye’s Bronze Furniture Shines at Carpenters Workshop Gallery in London

Adjaye, the founder of Adjaye Associates, has designed eight limited-edition pieces that combine polished and textured bronze surfaces.

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Resource Furniture Unveils Innovative Space-Maximizing Beds

These beds are part of Resource Furniture's collection of transforming and multifunctional furniture designed to optimize space utilization in homes.

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Checkout this Next-Generation Furniture Collection for Modern Classrooms | CoLab

The collection addresses the evolving needs of modern classrooms, where active and social learning takes precedence over traditional lecture-based setups.

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Panter & Tourron X Space10 Redefine Sofa Design with AI Program

Together, the duo reimagined the concept of a couch, creating a lightweight and foldable seating design known as Couch in an Envelope.

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Innovative Mycelium and Orange Peel Partitions | Interesting Times Gang X OBOS

The Veggro prototypes currently offer two designs: Loom, featuring a mushroom-inspired pattern made from mycelium, and Jugoso, showcasing a geometric pattern based on orange vesicles

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This Versatile Modular Workplace System offers Flexible Office Design | OmniRoom

OmniRoom offers a selection of 100 architect-designed rooms, including workstations, lounges, conference rooms, and coffee points.

Form and Function Unite in this Modular Furniture Collection | Beam Collection

The Beam Collection comprises three modular furniture pieces that aesthetically emulate reinforced concrete beams: a stool, a bench and a side table.

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Grooved Doors, Curves and Luxury Materials Adorns Cesar’s Latest Collection

Furniture brand Cesar recently presented a collection of kitchen and dining products that showcased grooved doors, gentle curves and luxurious material finishes.

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Joanna Laajisto Showcases the Beauty of 100-Year-Old Wood through Centenniale Coffee Table

This exquisite piece of furniture embraces the natural beauty of 100-year-old wood, celebrating its imperfections and cracks as unique features.

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2m26 Crafts Innovative Portable Restaurant from Hinoki Cypress Timber

Kyoto-based architecture and design studio 2m26 recently ingeniously crafted a portable restaurant using locally-sourced Hinoki cypress timber.

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Brothers Fuse Industrial and Furniture Design to Create Funky, Sculptural Aluminium Furniture

Their initial creation, The Chub, ignited their passion, leading to an ever-expanding collection that now includes coffee tables, consoles, and beds, all boasting the same playful silhouette and vibrant hues.

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The Materia Capsule Collection is an Amalgamation of Mass, Volume and Materials

The Materia (meaning matter) collection takes inspiration from physical science, where the collection is described as a substance that has mass and takes up space with its volume.

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Designer Creates Empathy-Driven, Innovative Designs for Public Use | Public Access

The project has been inspired by both the Covid-19 pandemic, which led to increased interactions with local environments and a desire to explore design beyond commercial considerations.

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Natural Qualities of Terracotta Shine in this Botanical-Inspired Seating | Flower Power

The collection, known as Flower Power, features 13 distinct chairs and benches with exaggerated botanical shapes, intended to highlight the craftsmanship and inherent natural qualities of the material.

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Illuminating Furniture: The Evolving Trends in Furniture Lighting Designs

There has been a rising trend towards incorporating lighting into the furniture itself, such as lighting built into the headboard of a bed, or in the display cabinets of a bookshelf as well.

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Revolutionizing Furniture Design: Innovations in Sliding Systems for Functionality and Aesthetics

The latest innovations in furniture sliding systems are focused on improving functionality, aesthetics, and ease of use, while also incorporating new technologies and materials to create more sustainable and environmentally-friendly products.

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Minimal Geometric Elegance takes over Nardi’s Recyclable Resin-made Outdoor Furniture Range

Net Relax is a multi-award-winning fiberglass resin armchair with matching fabric cushions that is available in different shapes.

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Turri’s Latest Sofa Collection Encloses Tradition in Form and Style

The sofa’s macro weave in blue velvet, with its orthogonal style, reveals the beauty of the imperfection through its hand-worked craftsmanship

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What's New in Lighting for Furniture, Wardrobes, Kitchens and Bathrooms?

The lighting industry has evolved rapidly in the past decade. This evolution is majorly attributed to the rise in LED lighting that gave a huge boost to economical lighting solutions, the ever-developing technology and the importance...

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Sliding Systems: Revolutionizing Furniture Design and Space Optimization

The storage requirement of an average home has soared up to almost 100 percent, however, with a significant fall in the floor space. With rising innovative sliding solutions easily available in the market for wardrobes, kitchens, and partitions...

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Pedrali’s Polar Chair Perfects the balance between Ergonomics and Aesthetics

The Polar task chair ensures maximum customization in terms of ergonomics with its simple and intuitive built-in mechanisms that adapt to different uses, positions and postures.

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Crafting Excellence: Navigating Challenges and Celebrating Indian Luxury Furniture

Despite the growth story, there are several challenges in India as a manufacturing hub, many of that are agnostic to the sector. “The market is constituted by a large number of small to medium enterprises that lack advanced manufacturing techniques a...

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WFH Furniture Market Thrives as Demand for Comfort and Functionality Spurs

The COVID-19 crisis created a domino effect on several industries and led to the rise of trends, which disappeared in a New York minute eventually. These trends altered the way we live and work

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This Sofa Doubles as a Life Raft to Highlight Climate Change Complacency | Bliss Sofa

Named the Bliss Sofa, this conceptual furniture piece doubles as a life raft, featuring cushions upholstered in orange fabric commonly used for life jackets.

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Elevating Expectations: Luxury Furniture Trends and Growing Market in India

Furniture has been an extremely important element in all Indian households. The Indian furniture market has changed over time – from being solely associated with functionality in the form of tables and chairs to it being used as designed interiors wi...

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Pandemic Shift Fuels Surge in Online Furniture Shopping

A change in the customers’ buying behaviour during the pandemic with a strong lean toward online shopping surged the growth of online shopping and e-commerce in 2020.

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Designer Transforms Marble Waste into Mesmerizing Eclipse-Inspired Wall Lamps | Sole Lamps

This design concept introduces an innovative approach to utilizing marble waste, potentially offering a way to recover economic value from these beautiful yet underutilized pieces.

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Boca Do Lobo pays ode to Wood Carving Craftsmanship through its Limited-Edition Sideboard

Created out of a fusion of modern and classic elements into an intricate and creative limited-edition furniture piece.

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India Emerges as a Rising Hub for Luxury Furniture Manufacturing

Gabrielle Coco Chanel rightly defines luxury – as “a necessity which starts where necessities end; Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise, it is not luxury.” With that in mind...

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Evolving Work Environment Spurs Demand for WFH Furniture

Today, several companies are adopting a hybrid work policy (a combination of WFH and remote working). This rising phenomenon might slightly cause a decrease in the demand for online shopping and furniture renting,

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Is Urban India Ready for Outdoor Furniture?

Urban Indian homes are often small, and space constraint is always an issue in apartments with balconies. And with the expanding cities, it has become even more imperative to curate naturally open and relaxing spaces.

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Indian Furniture Market Poised for Growth

The changing preference of Indian consumers leads the roadmap for the furniture market. Vadera explains, “They know what they want and are clear of their preferences, which has led to the emergence of key players in a pretty unorganized sector of the...

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Exploring the Latest Trends in Material and Design for Outdoor Furniture

The purpose of outdoor furniture is to bring comfort and pleasure to balcony spaces. Outdoor furniture needs to be designed to withstand any climatic conditions, offer multi-functional purposes and require low maintenance, thus creating an additional...

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Shifting Dynamics: The Evolving Landscape of India’s Furniture Industry Post-COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the global supply chain of furniture, with disruptions in manufacturing, transportation and logistics. India, as one of the major players in the global furniture industry, has played a crucial rol...

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How the Make in India Initiative Formed the Core of the Indian Furniture Industry

India is one of the largest developing economies in the world. And as the country is poised to become the third-largest global economy by 2030, India is predicted to be the upcoming global hub for furniture.

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The Rising Popularity of Outdoor Furniture

It’s that time of the year when we throw open our windows and doors and welcome in the warm weather. As we embark on a summer solace, we demand more from our patios and balconies.

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Moroso Seating takes its form from the Shapes Found in Nature

Pebble Rubble features the similarity of its upholstered volumes to massive rocks, polished by the tireless rain and wind and cloaked by an organic or plant layer that is capable of softening its roughness and making the surfaces comfortable and welc...

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Discover the Latest Styles and Innovations in Furniture Design at Salone del Mobile 2023

The Salone Del Mobile, which was eagerly anticipated, has made a triumphant return in its physical form after a long hiatus due to the pandemic. Surfaces Reporter® (SR) and Furniture Design and Technology (FDT ) were thrilled to participate in the ev...

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A Lighting Solution Inspired by Human Physiognomy | Visio Collection

Drawing inspiration from the human face, this flexible and versatile lighting solution is designed to suit various environments, including retail, homes, and contract spaces

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This Decorative Lighting Range is Adaptable in Architectural and Urban Lighting

Innovative Lighting Design Limited (ILDL) showcased its impressive range of newly launched decorative lighting products by Brokis and architectural lighting products by Folio at India Design 2023.

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Designer Yuma Kano Unveils Innovative Wood-Based Material at Milan Design Week | ForestBank

Collaborating with fellow designer Sho Ota for the Touch Wood exhibition at the Alcova venue, Kano presents a remarkable decorative material reminiscent of terrazzo.

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Designer Transforms Warehouse Boxes into a Furniture Series | Muah

The series combines both unused, pristine boxes and discarded ones that have fulfilled their initial purpose.

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Furniture Pieces Inspired by Alpine Folktale | Alpine Rising

The design of the cabin-style Tuntschis cabinet is crafted in ash wood that sits in the company of the Himmibed and the playful Stui dining chairs.

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MATECIA Exhibition expands to Furniture & Hardware with India Furniture Exhibition

MATECIA EXHIBITION, India’s rapidly growing exhibition for architectural, interior and building products, has announced its expansion into the Furniture and Hardware Industry with the announcement of INDIA FURNITURE EXHIBITION and Furniture, Kitchen ...

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Contemporary Design Meets Sustainability with AIR suspension lamp

AIR boasts a dual lampshade design that offers a warm and playful interplay of light and shadow through its intricately engraved laser cuts.

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Alankaram’s Kalakriti Collection is a Blend of Rich Colours and Exemplary Finishing

The collection comprises Uru chairs and sofa, Baka bench, the Parny and Tulita low-height coffee tables, the Dela teak wood and rattan divider, a pouffe and wall mural.

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Mingyu Xu Studio Reinforces Bamboo Weaving into Contemporary Furniture Design | Parallel Forest

At SaloneSatellite 2023, Mingyu Xu Studio, a London-based design team, showcased their latest furniture and lighting collection, Parallel Forest.

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Mansi Allen Redefines the Art of Furniture Design with Furnestry

In 2020, when the world was at a standstill, Furnestry was born to provide high-quality furniture that lasts for a longer period with minimal maintenance.

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Soda Tables Made from a Single Piece of Hand-Blown Murano Glass by Yiannis Ghikas

The Soda tables are named after one of the primary ingredients of glass, and they are made entirely from a single piece of hand-blown Murano glass by three skilled artisans.

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Noise-Regulating Office Furniture by Abstracta | Zen Pod and Abstracta Agile

At this year’s Salone del Mobile, Abstracta, a Swedish brand known for its noise-regulating office furniture, is debuting two new pieces – Zen Pod and Abstracta Agile.

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The First Injection-Moulded, Compostable Chair by Prowl Studio | Peel Chair

The Peel Chair had been created using an injection-molding process that eliminates the need for fossil fuels.

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A Wooden Wave-like Outdoor Seating Installation by Paul Cocksedge | Please Be Seated

Please Be Seated features three concentric rings of wave-like forms crafted from scaffolding planks.

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This Furniture Series Intricately Folds itself into Minimal Designs | Rising Furniture

He uses a minimalistic design approach that involves a balanced collaboration between the designer and the material, allowing the material to dictate the way it shapes and forms.

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This Plastic Repurposed Chair Relaxes Users by Gathering Surrounding Sounds

The chair’s megaphone-shaped backrest not only amplifies your sense of hearing but also obstructs peripheral vision.

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Wooden Furniture Collection by Satyendra Pakhale | Abhito

Designer Satyendra Pakhale has created a minimalistic furniture collection from birch wood.

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Studio’s In-House Production Waste Transformed into 3D Printed Ermis Chair | The New Raw

The New Raw breathes a new life into its own waste and at the same time creates one-of-a-kind object of high quality and durability.

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Plastic, Leather and Plywood gets Repurposed into this Rippling Chair | Savage Chair

Seattle-based designer Jay Sae Jung Oh has created an ongoing series of furniture made from various plastics, leather cords and plywood.

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Minimal, Experimental Chair by Lotto | Canti

Designed by Mirko Ihrig and Casey Lewis, Canti’s design originates from the thought of constructing a chair from wood when seen as an industrial material.

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Playful Timber Blocks Stacked to Create Modular Furniture | Takuto Ohta

Differing in shapes and colours, the Deku and Innocent collections showcase a satisfying stack of furniture.

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Relaxation and Work Fuse in this Mobile Seating | Hybe

Hybe seating offers versatility in seating areas and meeting spaces. The collection comprises single to double-seated chairs and enclosed booths.

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Artistic Wooden Lampshades Mimic Pencil Shavings | Nanako Kume

Drawing inspiration from the scraps that are left from sharpening pencils, Kume has designed the pendant lights out of large blocks of wood.

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This Wooden and Steel Bench Modifies its Shape upon Interacting| Surf Bench

Made from movable wooden and steel elements that mimic the flow of kinetic waves, the Surf Bench teaches its users about physics.

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Discarded Burnt Cork Transformed into Aesthetically Pleasing Furniture | Burnt Cork

By using discarded burnt cork, the designer created a furniture collection comprising a dining chair, lounge chair, chaise longue, dining table, two low tables and a stool that showcases graceful forms and a gradient of textures.

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Designers Come Together to Exhibit the use of Natural Materials | Madrid Design Festival 2023

Designed by Inma Bermudez, Moritz Krefter, Jorge Penades and Alvaro Catalan de Ocon, each of the furniture pieces had been created to encourage interaction with wood.

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Designer Upcycles Abandoned Surfboards into Furniture | Wave Cycle

Wave Cycle is a sustainable plastic furniture range made from recycled surf and bodyboards.

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Made from 100% Recycled Post-Consumer Plastics, This Outdoor Seating Offers Endless Configurations

Available with and without backrests, the H-bench can easily connect in a variety of ways, thereby offering endless configurations.

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Design your own Furniture With these Modular Block Systems | Blokaloks

Similar to bricks and LEGO pieces, blokaloks is a block-inspired system that offers the user the ability to build simpler pieces of furniture or products with ease.

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Old Fuselages from Carlsberg Beer Production Gets Fabricated into Chic Furniture | BeMo Cph

The round table is assembled with four rectangular visible fitting holes on the tabletop with interlocking legs.

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Top 7 Furniture Choices for Small Spaces

Let's look at some of the top Furniture choices one must keep in mind for small spaces

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Andra Formen Crafts Quirky Furniture out of Discarded Electric Scooters

Andra Formen has come up with a distinct solution of utilizing the broken parts of electric scooters by transforming them into functional furniture.

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Designer Recycles Plastic Water Bottle Caps to Design Modular Outdoor Furniture

Designed by industrial designer Binsar Priandika, the Base Plastic project offers a range of outdoor products that can withstand years of use.

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Natural Sea Remnants Adorn Acqua Alta Furniture Collection by Designer Federico Rosa

Rosa initiated the Acqua Alta project to create awareness on the risk of the world being submerged in the near future.

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Selecting Furniture for Home Offices - Tips

When it comes to selecting furniture for a home office, there are a few key factors to consider in order to create a comfortable and functional workspace.

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The Impact of COVID-19 on Furniture Industry

FDT Magazine explores how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the furniture industry. We also examine how the pandemic has affected furniture production, sales and design, and how the industry is adapting to the changes.

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The Design and Manufacturing Process Behind Custom Furniture

We examine the process of designing and manufacturing custom furniture, from the initial consultation to the finished product. We also explore the benefits of custom furniture for homeowners and how it can enhance the overall aesthetic of a home.

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The Influence of Global Cultures on Furniture Design

FDT Magazine explores how global cultures are influencing furniture design. We also examine how traditional styles and techniques from different regions are being incorporated into modern designs.

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The Future of Furniture Manufacturing and Design

FDT Magazine explores the predictions for the future of furniture manufacturing and design. We also examine emerging trends and technologies that are likely to shape the industry in the coming years.

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The Use of Natural Materials in Furniture

FDT Magazine explores the growing trend of using natural materials in furniture production. We also examine the benefits of natural materials and how they are being incorporated into modern designs.

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Do You Know the Greenest Minister of India?

As India is preparing for the first meeting of the Environment, Climate & Sustainability Working Group (ECSWG) under the Sherpa Track of G20 will be held in Bengaluru from February 9-11, according to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Ch...

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Delay in Land Allotment for Furniture Cluster Jeopardises Investment Plans

The in allotment of land for the proposed furniture cluster in Indore has impacted investment plans for many investors awaiting allotments for close to a year now, said industrialists demanding to expedite the process of cluster in the city.

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Rs 4000 Crore to be invested in Uttar Pradesh By IKEA

The Swedish company that has over 458 stores across 62 markets of the world has expressed the intent to start retail stores and luxury malls in UP. The worth of this investment is pegged to be around Rs 4,000 crore.

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The Impact of Minimalism on Furniture Design

Here FDT magazine explores how the minimalism trend is influencing furniture design. We also examine the benefits of minimalism in furniture design and how it is being incorporated into modern homes.

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The Resurgence of Vintage and Antique Furniture

In this topic FDT Magazine explores the growing trend of vintage and antique furniture, and how it is influencing modern design. It also examines the benefits of using vintage and antique furniture in home decor.

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The Popularity of Multi-Functional Furniture

FDT Magazine explores the growing trend of furniture that serves more than one purpose. We also examine the benefits of multi-functional furniture for small spaces, and how it is influencing design.

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The Influence of Technology on Furniture Design

In this article, FDT Magazine explores how advancements in technology are influencing furniture design and manufacturing. It also examines how technology is being integrated into furniture to make it more functional and user-friendly.

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The Rise of Sustainable Furniture

The rise of sustainable furniture is a trend that has been gaining momentum in recent years. This trend is driven by a growing awareness of the impact that furniture production has on the environment, and a desire to create furniture that is both bea...

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Sleek, Curvaceous Metal Design adorns Escape by Creatomy’s new Furniture Collection

Made with diverse materials and distinctive forms, the Doh Coffee Table and Console showcases immaculate artistry and innovative designs

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A Unique Collection by Renovation Factory that Blends Charm with Utility

Comprising coffee tables, end tables and consoles, each piece of furniture is a gilded oakwood that is wrapped in the texture of corrugated lines

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Innovation marries Design in Fertini Casa’s Pool Table Collection

Handmade, this Leopard Billiard is characterized by the fashion and elegant black polished lacquering that enhances the purity of the form

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What’s New in Wardrobe Designs?

Wardrobe Design is constantly evolving to meet the needs and desires of consumers. In recent years, there have been several key trends in wardrobe design that have emerged.

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Latest Trends in Wardrobe Designing

Storage space is one of the most important factors to consider when designing a wardrobe. A well-designed wardrobe should provide ample storage for clothes, shoes, and accessories, while also being functional and easy to use.

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Striking Accents by White Domus Encapsulate the Beauty of Stainless Steel

An exquisite range that draws themes from nature to handcrafting textured furniture and is majorly inspired by crushed paper aesthetics

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Scarlet Splendor’s Collection interlinks Art, Design and the Human Mind

The collection comprises a dramatic and thought-provoking black cabinet with a gold brass inlay and a sumptuous human face chair available in Hot Pink, Pearl White and Black hues

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Smart Hardware and Fittings Options for Wardrobes and more

When it comes to hardware and fittings for wardrobes, there are a variety of options available. Handles and knobs come in a wide range of styles and materials, from sleek and modern designs to more traditional and ornate styles.

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Furniture Design Trends: Notable Trends to Look Out For in 2023

Experts believe that on account of the expected higher residential sales, increasing middle-class population in metropolitan cities, change in preferences and higher disposable incomes, the Indian furniture market is expected to grow steadily in 2023...

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Furniture Design Trends: A Quick Recap from 2022

The Indian furniture market is one of the sectors in the country that has witnessed an evolution of its own by expanding beyond chairs and tables to designed interior wardrobes, sofas, consoles and more.

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Steal the Showcase

The table has an interesting base in a combination of metal and wooden slats, and a full teak wood slab with resin. It can be customized for sizes, shapes, resin colour and base structure.

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An Elegant and Functional Solution from Arcahorn

Arcahorn’s recent exquisite addition to its furniture range includes bookcases and cabinets.

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Launches from Commercial Furniture Brands to Meet the Rising Demand

Today, the need for ergonomics has surpassed the walls of the office. Brands today are designing visionary furniture ranges that are not only comfortable but also stylish, space saving and multi-purpose.

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Demand for Ergonomic Furniture to Surge the Demand for Commercial Furniture

The commercial furniture market in general is segmented in chairs, computer tables, desks, storage units, filing cabinets, lockers, conference tables, cafeteria chairs and tables and more. The market is witnessing a new surge in ergonomic furniture d...

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Pandemic: A Driving Factor that Boosted the Demand for Commercial Furniture

COVID-19 led pandemic led to a rise in the need for a personalized space within the four walls of a home to create a work-from-home situation. This massively boosted the demand for office furniture.

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Delay in Proposed Furniture Cluster in Indore to Impact Investment Plans

Over 100 industrialists who have proposed to take land in the cluster had made a partial payment to the special purpose vehicle (SPV) that was formed to develop the cluster.

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Rising Commercial Real Estate to Boost Commercial Furniture Market in India

The office furniture market in India is expected to grow at a strong rate during the period 2023-2028. The market is witnessing significant growth owing to factors such as the growing Indian economy and subsequent demand for office spaces.

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What’s Driving the Growing Demand for Commercial Furniture

Commercial furniture is poised to grow in the years ahead. According to Reogma’s report, office furniture segment comprises 20 per cent share amongst total furniture demand in India.

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Find out How 3D Printing, IOT and AI is Being Used in Furniture Design

Today, technology is closely associated with furniture with upgradation in the way it is designed, manufactured and sold. 3D printing is a widespread concept where remarkable designs are created by depositing and gluing layer by layer tiny grains of ...

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Sustainable Fabrics - Trending Upholstery Fabrics in Luxury Furniture Market

Often, designers work with different fabrics and textiles to create their preferred look by selecting materials with innovation. In fact, sustainable fashion materials have increasingly emerged, ranging from vegan leather alternatives to bio-based ma...

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Innovations: Blending Metal with Wood

These days, high-end furniture is not all about wood but a mélange of several materials. For instance, various metals such as bronze, brass, copper, stainless steel, aluminium, cast iron and others are customarily fused with wood to manufacture innov...

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Natural Stones - Hot Trend in Furniture Design

Raw, rustic and ecological, stone has a natural charm to it. When used in furniture, it lends a sophisticated and alluring vibe to the interiors. Natural Stones like granite, quartz, and marble are commonly used in furniture now Interior and furnitur...

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Retooling of Old Materials - Hot Trend in Furniture Design

There has been an upswing in the recycling of old materials and crafting new ones using waste. “Creating and pairing timeless beauty with technical and new design innovations, customisation as per individual requirements are in high demand these days...

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Velvet - Trending Upholstery Fabric in Luxury Furniture Market

Like leather, velvet is another highly treasured material synonymous with luxury furniture. This fabric looks great on both wooden or metal furniture. “Velvet is again a timeless choice for furniture

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Leather - Trending Upholstery Fabric in Luxury Furniture Market

The highly desired and opulent fabric used to create most luxury furniture pieces is leather. “Luxury furniture segment is seeking to cater to the discreet requirements of clients. Faux leather, which is stylish, versatile and is vegan-friendly, is p...

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Silk - Trending Upholstery Fabric in Luxury Furniture Market

Silk is the most adored upholstery fabric used to give furniture a luxurious, natural and classy look. The high-end silk shows an understated shimmer and smooth hand unlike the garish sheen and slippery nature found on some synthetics.

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Lighting Trends for Trendy Wardrobes

Lighting is an important aspect of wardrobe design, as it can greatly impact the functionality and aesthetic of the space. In recent years, there have been several key trends in lighting for wardrobes that have emerged.

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Cane and Rattan - Hot Materials for Luxury Furniture Designs

The indoor classic woven cane and rattan furniture are also booming. Currently in furniture, such as in chairs, beds, wardrobes, screens, etc., cane is being predominantly used, in many different ways along with brass and black metal work, informs Kh...

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Durian Furniture Opens 18 New Stores in 2022

High-end brand Durian Furniture is on the path to strategic expansion with brick and mortar presence in over 50 locations across India. The brand has been opening stores across the country and is all set to open its doors at multiple new places by th...

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Sleek & Slim LEGRABOX Drawer System by Blum

As per the company, if you are looking for a lean, sleek and slim drawer system with an unprecedented level of performance, you do not need to look for anything other than the BLUM LEGRABOX drawer system.

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Trends that Stimulates the Demand for Sofas in India

Throwing light on the sofa upholstery trends, Sabharwal asserts, “Natural sofa fabrics like linen and boucle made a huge comeback this year. With a well-travelled consumer base, brands are aware of people’s constantly evolving choices,

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The Transformation of Sofas from Luxury to Necessity

Catering to the customer’s versatility of needs and requirements, the sofa segment has seen tremendous growth in terms of designs, materials and innovation. The world of sofas is enormous and assorted

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What is Hampering the Growth of Sofa Segment in India ?

A majority of the Indian furniture market is dominated by small and unorganized players which are hindering its growth potential. However, the introduction of global players holds a promise for a better tomorrow.

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Understanding the Business of Sofa

The 80s is often associated with excessive, gaudy and bulky furniture. Over the years, interior aesthetics in India evolved in keeping up with the changing times and preferences.

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Elle Glass Shower Sliding System by Hafele

Promising the highest level of tranquillity and rejuvenation, Häfele presents to you Elle Shower Sliding Solution. The word ‘Elle’, equivalent to beautiful in the Greek language is befitting for this new shower sliding system that delivers on aesthet...

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Box Life by Scavolini Unveiled by Dash Square - Life by Scavolini

Dash Square has unveiled a smart interior design concept that incorporates endless functions – Box life by Scavolini that promises to introduce a chic vibe into your contemporary spaces.

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Etreluxe has Unveiled its Latest Walk-in Closet, Millimetrica, in India

MisuraEmme, since 1902, has made an industrious and untiring contribution to & Made in Italy; values. Etreluxe has unveiled its latest walk-in closet, called Millimetrica, in India. All the charm of a space can be entirely dedicated to this wardrobe....

Modular wardrobes are in demand in India

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Modular Wardrobes Designs That Will Elevate Your Bedroom!

Wardrobes have always been the most trusted storage option for clothes.

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Luxurious Walk-in Wardrobes from Raipur-based Azure Interiors

Raipur-based Azure Interiors is known for creating spaces that thrive on an emotional connection with the people who use them. The designer duo behind Azure, Rashi Bothra and Ruchi Gehani, presents luxurious and charming walk-in wardrobes for your ho...

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German-Based SEAFORM Kitchens & Wardrobes Launches Its New Collection in New Delhi

German-based manufacturer, SEAFORM, launched its collection of luxe kitchens & wardrobes at its experience center on December 16, 2022, in association with luxury home décor brand, Atelier 54.

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9 Feet Tall Wardrobes are the Spotlight of This Residence in Bangalore by Ar Arvind Jain

A small compact 1600sft, 3-bedroom flat was to be designed to cater the needs and aesthetics for three generations and three couples living in. The challenge was to incorporate the exhaustive and diverse functional requirements with coherent aestheti...

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Pre-Finished Veneers - Hot Material for Luxury Furniture Designs

Veneers: With the material, the finishing of the material is equally important, which is done by the use of luxe veneers in furniture. High end veneers and exotic veneers are one of the key players in the luxury furniture market.

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Oak & Teak - Hot Materials for Luxury Furniture Designs

The current focus is on sustainability and therefore natural materials like wood, veneer, glass and stone are trending at the moment. No matter how many new materials would come in the market, wood mainly hardwood is the most classic and sought-afte...

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Pottery Barn Signs Deepika Padukone as its Brand Ambassador

Pottery Barn has signed Deepika Padukone as a brand ambassador to promote the company’s international expansion. Reportedly, the actor will be working closely with the American furniture retailer to co-create a collection.

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J&K to provide Subsidised Timber to Houseboat, Shikara Owners

Reports suggest, the Jammu and Kashmir administration will be providing subsidised timber for repairs and maintenance of houseboats and taxi shikaras.

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Woodware Products Exports worth Rs 7,891 crore observed in FY 22, informs Govt Data

The Directorate General of Commercial Intelligence and Statistics (DGCI&S) in reply to a written question in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Textiles Darshana Jardosh informed that maximum exports of woodware products.

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AFC Furniture Solutions Acquires Furniture Brands of Wipro Enterprise to Expand its Operations

One of India’s largest workplace furniture manufacturing solution companies, AFC Furniture Solutions recently acquired Xbench, Vibrant and Livo designed and owned by the furniture business of Wipro Enterprises to further expand the brand’s operations...

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FDI flow into Tamil Nadu increases 30.1% in 2021-22

As per the data from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade under the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the FDI increased to about $3 billion in 2021-22 from about $2.3 billion in 2020-21.

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IIT Guwahati Researchers Develop 3D Furniture made from Industrial Wastes

A team of researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has reportedly developed 3D-printed urban furniture by using construction materials made from local industrial wastes.

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Wriver Launches its Second Store in Mumbai

Luxury furniture brand Wriver recently launched its second store in Mumbai. Spread across two-level, the showroom is a stepping stone toward increasing Wriver’s pan-India presence.

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Exotic India Opens its Retail Store in Delhi

Exotic India, an online marketplace that offers a unique selection of traditional and authentic Indian products across the world, announced the opening of its new retail store in Kirti Nagar, Delhi.

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Huge Relief for Indian Handicraft Exports as Rules Eased for Shisham-Based Export

During its annual Conference of Parties held in Panama, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) reportedly modified an existing rule on the export of products made out of Shisham

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Durian Launches Mid-Century Modern Range of Furniture

With delivering timeless furniture pieces for over four decades, Durian recently introduced its mid-century modern range of furniture. With a new perspective on luxury design coupled with quality materials and a unique insider perspective on the mode...

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Pepperfry to Enhance its Furniture Delivery Experience through FarEye

One of the leading e-commerce home goods companies, Pepperfry has collaborated with FarEye to shorten and improve lastmile delivery, especially for oversized deliveries that require installation. For this, reportedly, a two-person crew will be assign...

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Furniture for Bollywood Set Designs

Each year many films and serials are produced in the country’s film city, Mumbai. Some films leave an imprint on the hearts of the audience with their story, screenplay, art, music, while some films are also remembered for their large sets, looks and...

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Vasai Industrial Area an Emerging Hub for Modular Furniture in Mumbai

India’s financial capital Mumbai is considered as one of the oldest cosmopolitan cities of the country and is known for its vastness and modern lifestyle. The diversity of Mumbai’s culture gets directly reflected on all kinds of markets including the...

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Insights on Modular Kitchens in Indian Context from

Maximus Modular Systems is a prominent company engaged in manufacturing of modular kitchens and wardrobes. It extends a promise of quality and perfection.

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India will be the Fastest Growing Asian Economy in FY 22-23, Says Morgan Stanley

As expected/predicted by the Ply Reporter a few months before (in the month of June/July), the recession is in the minds of people because mass media is discussing it on priority. It has said the Indian economy is not in recession

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Quirky Interior Spaces

Elegance, power and motion light meet together in one handmade, exclusive, artistic wooden masterpiece. Only raw and high quality materials as exotical veneer – golden madrone, natural massive wood, handmade aged mirrors and polished brass are used t...

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A Chair That Looks Different From Different Angles!

In many cultures, the deer symbolises leadership, victory and masculinity, as well as grace, love, kindness and tenderness.

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Glorious Designs Using Marble, Metal and Wood

DUDLEY ARMCHAIRThis little armchair with its appealing design is characterized by a seat upholstered with silk.

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Metal Cabinet by Hand

A multi-function cabinet with two open compartments in metal and a closed intermediate module in fabric-effect wood, equipped with two metal shelves in light brass satin finish.

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Elegant Furniture For Luxurious Bedrooms

The bedroom set Amaranto is defined by an impressive carved cymatium which covers the upholstered headboard. The space is completed with the night-tables and the dressing table with delicate flower design on the top, and a rocking chair covered with ...

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Stanley Lifestyles Inaugurates Their First Luxury Home Solution “Stanley Level Next” in Hyderabad

Stanley Lifestyles One of India's popular makers of luxury furniture and home décor, inaugurated their first luxury home solution marque store “Stanley Level Next” in Hyderabad. A report by Furniture Design and Technology (FDT).

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Maison Du Luxe Unveils its New Collection ‘Ensemble

Maison Du Luxe, manufacturers and designers of luxury furniture with interior design solutions, has unveiled its new collection ‘Ensemble’. This collection is an assortment of 7 brand new products that give a refreshing slant to the core belief of lu...

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Herman Miller to Focus on B2C Retail Space

American furniture maker Herman Miller recently launched its Atlas Office Landscape workstation and Cosm chair in India. With a production facility in Bidadi, Karnataka, to specifically serve the Indian and neighbouring markets, the furniture company...

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Furniture Retailers Adopting a Mix of Strategies to Woo Customers

Furniture retailing, both offline and online, is undergoing a change. Players in the trade are either ramping up their product portfolio, restructuring the same or are focusing on omni-channel strategy to cater to a larger market base. India’s home-g...

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Colourful Glass Chairs

British designer Marc Newson has built a career taking traditional manufacturing techniques and applying them to create unexpected silhouettes for products ranging

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Petal Chair: Parametric Design Masterpiece of Wooden Furniture

A quintessential combination of art and design, focused with the potential of innovative technology. The Petal Chair is a parametric design masterpiece, pushing the boundaries of how wooden furniture is interpreted. A pronounced natural wood texture ...

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Despite Slowdown Furniture Market in NCR is Expanding

Agreed the real-estate industry is witnessing a slowdown in the Delhi NCR region, however, contrary to the slowdown, the furniture market of the region is witnessing a growth. The FDT team recently took stock of selected small and big furniture marke...

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Top Furniture Trends For 2020

Furniture plays an essential role in interior design. The most basic part of home interiors is the look and portability of furniture. The broad assortment of furniture from sofas, chairs, tables, cots, beds etc. define the entire look of a home.

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Sultanpur & Ghitorni Market: Home for Exquisite Furniture

Sultanpur and Ghitorni, located at Mehrauli-Gurgaon road (MG Road) in Delhi is considered as the second largest furniture market of NCR after Kirtinagar in the national capital. This market is known for a wide range of furniture for mid to high-end c...

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Beyond Designs a World Full Of Creative Pursuits

Founded by Sachin Gupta and joined in by wife Neha Gupta, Beyond Designs is a work of passion with a keen eye for detail and design understanding. What started as a hobby for Sachin opened up a world full of possibilities and creative pursuits

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Vietnam Wood Export Reaches USD $16 bn | Furniture Design Technology News Update

The wood industry of Vietnam is booming with the export reaching a new height of USD $16billion. A report by Furniture Design Technology (FDT).

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Craft Melon Revives the Art of Wood Inlay

In a world of fast-paced developments when the traditional art and crafts of India are dying a slow death, Craft Melon is on a gallant path to revive the art of Wood Inlay.

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Designing Olvvi The Furniture Showroom

For an interior designer to design a retail display for furniture can become an exciting project in many dimensions. An opportunity to showcase furniture pieces not just as objects of display, but as part of an interior experience is a thrilling one!...

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Arches by JSB Wins the International Best Chair Design Award at the TIDAA

Arches dining chair is the winner of the International Best Chair Design Award - We are pleased to announce that the Arches dining chair, designed by Joana Santos Barbosa, is the Winner of the International Best Chair Design at The Design and Archit...

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Luxurious Armchairs by The Great Eastern Home

Add a touch of class to your home with one of The Great Eastern Home's "must-have" armchairs. An armchair, as the name implies, is a one-of-a-kind piece that adds comfort and complements a room. It serves as a decorative element in a room.

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Latest Trends in Interior & Furniture Industry 2021

There are few trends in the Interior & Furniture industry that are expected to dominate the Indian market in 2021, shared by Faheem Khan, Director, and Founder of Vezza Interiors.

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CAIT Calls Upon India Inc to Join 'Boycott China' Campaign

CAIT has called upon India Inc to join its Bhartiya Samaan-Humaara Abhimaan campaign

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Indian Institute for Architects Calls for Complete Boycott of Chinese Goods & Services

IIA has issued an advice to stop using and/or specifying any goods or service of Chinese PRC (People Republic of China) with immediate effect.

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Surat-based Realtors to Boycott Chinese Building Materials

Realtors affiliated to Surat chapter of CREDAI have decided to boycott building material from China

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Furniture Hardware Webinar Organised by Ply Reporter and Furniture Design & Technology Magazine

Ply Reporter and Furniture Design & Technology (FDT) organised an e-Conclave on innovation and possibilities in furniture hardware during COVID era

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Ikea Launches Click & Collect; Restarts Online Service in Hyderabad

Ikea's newly launched ‘click and collect’ service ensures minimal contact between co-workers and customers

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IIR-Ply Reporter e-Conclave on Pulse of North India Industries Powered by TRUBOND

IIR-Ply Reporter e-Conclave on "क्या कहता है नॉर्थ इंडिया? - Pulse of North India Industries" Powered by TRUBOND® - Specialty Resin Systems

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Watch Live Webinar On MATERIALS & FURNITURE - 25 April

This webinar MATERIAL & FURNITURE : SCOPE AHEAD POST LOCKDOWN is to address the queries and doubts asked by various Furniture Makers, Material Suppliers, Traders, Kitchen and Hardware Retailers .

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Use this Recliner and Feel like Own Airbus Seats at Home

Furniture based on aviation themed can be used in homes too

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Relief Amid COVID-19, Wood & Furniture Output Expanded by 7.2 & 2.8% Respectively

Wood industry ranked sixth in index while furniture had the thirteenth lowest growth rate

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Battle Against COVID-19, Furniture Company is now Producing Protective Garments

Furniture Company is also helping medical teams to defeat COVID-19

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Two Containers of Red Sandalwood Shipped From India for Luxury Furniture Seized

There is a major case of the smuggling of precious wood worth in Rs. crore to be used in the manufacturing of luxury furniture.

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Fire Breaks Out in Market, Eight Furniture Shops Gutted Down

The blaze erupted today and soon engulfed other shops too.

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Popcorn furniture announces one-month workshops and activities amid COVID-19

One-to-one interaction with Dr Ranjan Ghosh of Good Karma clinic will be held with kids and parents

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Wayfair Shares Surge 37%, Furniture Sale Booming Amid COVID-19

Wayfair’s share surge at a time when most of the countries around the world are fighting with COVID-19

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Prominent Furniture Industry Leader Lost Life Due to Coronavirus

The global furniture industry has also suffered a major setback due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

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Ashley Furniture Ind. Donates Mattresses and Other Basic Needs

Ashley have also developed additional sanitation protocols and taking extra cleaning measures during coronavirus crises

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Oldest Store ‘Atz Furniture’ to Close its Door After 98 Years

The coronavirus, and the governor’s order resulted to close showroom

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Massive Fire Broke Out in Bengaluru’s Oldest Furniture Hub, Huge Loss Estimated

A massive fire broke out at Bamboo Bazar in Shivajinagar. Around 15 shops are gutted.

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COVID-19: World’s Largest Annual Trade Show and Conference Cancelled

The Attendees will have access to International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) show

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Indian Furniture Rental Furlenco Raised US$10 Million to Extend Business

Furlenco plans to use the new funds to extend its runway

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Godrej Interio Released ‘Work From Home’ Guide to Improve Efficiency and Comfortably

The guide will also help professionals to improve their efficiency and productivity by working comfortably

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Lockdowns: Online Orders Increase 88% Globally, Furniture & Furnishing Also Up

The number of orders for furniture and furnishings is pointing upwards

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Furniture Manufacturers Created Online Hub to Its Members and Industry

In order to prevent COVID-19 pandemic, many important steps are also being taken by industrial organizations worldwide

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Furniture Giant IKEA Producing Masks to Fight Coronavirus, Protective Gears for Hospitals

Several other companies are also working to help address an acute shortage of medical supplies

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Good News, Revised Schedule for CIFF Furniture Fair Announced

New Dates for China International Furniture Fair (CIFF Guangzhou) has been announced by the organizers.

IKEA, Swedish furniture giant, has announced its funding commitment to support the emergency response.

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COVID-19: IKEA Grants €26 Million Relief Fund, Quarantine Center in India

IKEA, Swedish furniture giant, has announced its funding commitment to support the emergency response.

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This is Good News for Global Furniture Market Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Furniture Industry of India will also benefit from it in near future

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Furniture Company Set Up Welfare Fund to Help COVID-19 Affected People

At the time of COVID-19 crisis, many organizations, companies and people are volunteering for help to affected people.

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Fire Breaks Out at Furniture Market

There are also furniture traders who also buy and sell furniture in local area.

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Amid COVID-19 Scare, Developers Have Lots to Offer Including Furniture

Companies are giving relief to customers on some fronts including attractive offers

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An Indigenous Coffee Table that Offers Multi Functionality and Uses

Design of this table is inspired by two leaves of mango which can be used for various purposes

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Acacia Log Coffee Table Made with Heavy Metal and Solid Wood

Smart designing and multi-functionality of table is attracting the focus of customers

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Eco Friendly Chair by Noho, Made with Fishing Nets and Plastics Waste

Fishing nets and Plastic waste has been used by Noho Furniture Company in the US to make classic chair.

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Know, How Bollywood SET DESIGNERS Sourced Furniture for Films

There are many small and big production houses located in Mumbai and there is always a high demand for exquisite furniture, which make the serials and films appear more glamorous.

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Coronavirus Pandemic: Steelcase Suspended its Production and Distribution

Steelcase, founded in 1912 in USA, started its journey in India in 2004..

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Coronavirus Lockdown: Weddings-Parties Shelved, Furniture-Furnishing Orders Postponed

The sudden changed circumstances due to COVID-19 have forced many families, people and couples in the country to change their decisions

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COVID-19: It's Time for Home Workouts by Using Furniture

A comfortable couch can have many benefits; you can also maintain the shape of your body with it.

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Amidst Coronovirus Scare, Stay Fit by Using Home Furniture for Workouts

At the time of coronavirus and self-quarantining, find out how you can use furniture for fitness and workouts at your home

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COVID-19: Various Furniture Showrooms and Shops Closed in This City

BMC has directed the Zonal Deputy Commissioners of respective areas to ensure closing

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Godrej Interio Launches E-Commerce Platform to Strengthen Market Reach

Goderaj Interio owned 300+ exclusive stores and 1200+ dealer networks spanning over 650 cities in India

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COVID-19: IKEA Temporarily Closes Its Only Store in India

IKEA opened its state of art store spread over 4 lakh sq ft in Hyderabad in August 2018

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Furniture Manufacturer Booked for ‘Anti-Corona Mattress’ Advertisement

Legal action can be taken against anyone spreading misinformation about COVID-19

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3cs : Custom Duty, Chinese Import, Cronavirus - Reactions for Gobind Kapur, Maison Du Luxe - FDT

The hike will definitely have far reaching effects on the furniture industry as local manufacturers will get a boost.

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3cs : Custom Duty, Chinese Import, Cronavirus - Reactions for Kirit Joshi, SpaceWood - FDT

Companies who are importing finished furniture products from China will face a lot of uncertainty. Even when the factories open, it is not necessary that we will get a priority. This will lead to a shortage of material and eventually a lot of Indian

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3cs : Custom Duty, Chinese Import, Cronavirus - FDT

Indian Furniture Market is anticipated to reach USD 32.61 Billion by 2018 by registering a CAGR of 13.38%during the forecast period i.e. 2018-2023.

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Fabrento Launched New Range of Rental Furniture for Living Room

Zane King Size bed with Mattress and Side Table is a timeless piece of furniture that can never go out of style.

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Stanley Lifestyles Plans to Launch 55 Retail Outlets and Targets an IPO

Stanley plans to expand its 3.5 Lakh sq. ft. state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Bangalore, with an additional 2 Lakh sq. ft. to meet the growing demand.

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Coronavirus: Milan International Furniture Fair Postponed

The government of Italy has declared a state of emergency due to Coronavirus.

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Furniture Flammability Test Standard to be Revised

The UK and Ireland are the only countries in the world that use the open flame standard.

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Know About India's Largest and Favourite Furniture Market

Furniture showrooms owners, traders, bulk buyers, home buyers, builders, designers and architects from different cities reach here to purchase their favourite furniture.

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Half Moon Table with Oak Top Attraction by Mark Kelley

Half Moon Table is a composed of a joined oak top meeting a weighted steel base.

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'One-Stop-Shop' for Luxury Furniture and Decor in Delhi

This is the destination for premium and luxury furniture & accessories for designers fraternity of NCR.

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Visit this Market to Buy Furniture in Cheapest Prices

Another speciality of this market is that it provides all types of furniture for people belonging to low and middle income groups.

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This Multi-Billion-Pound 'Furniture City' to Create 100,000 Jobs

The aim of the 3.6 billion pound ($230 million) project is to boost economic growth and create jobs

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Market for Classical Wooden Furniture and Decor Items

People from long away reaches here to get their favourite furniture made from teak wood and rose wood.

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Furniture Market for Middle and Lower Income Groups

Majority of the furniture available in this market caters to the middle and lower income groups.

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Furniture FOR Bollywood SET DESIGNS

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One-Stop Destination for All Kinds of Furniture Needs in Delhi

This oldest market owns furniture with huge verities and options—from lower end to higher end luxury products.

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Boca Do Lobo Launches Versailles Armchair

Boca do Lobo envisaged a piece of furniture with powerful expression through traditional craftsmanship.

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Shifting of Base Material from Wood to Panel Products Visible in Mumbai Furniture Industry

During a recent visit, FDT (Furniture Design & Technology) team explored different markets of Mumbai and observed that a major part of the furniture industry has shifted to plywood, panel products, engineering wood and other materials instead of natu...

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Craft Melon Revives the Art of Wood Inlay

The wood inlay portrays India’s rich heritage embellished with the artisan’s dexterity. Craft Melon is forging a better future for the traditional art and pertained artisans. The art of wood inlay is a treasure of Mysore.

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Know, How Traditional Carpenters of India are Being Modernized

Traditional carpentry of the country is not only being modernized, but the youth is also looking forward to get benefitted by entrepreneurship and attractive employment opportunities.

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How To Choose Appropriate Chair and Table Sizes for Classrooms?

Kids are more inclined to pay attention and are more open to learning if they are comfortable during class. You can undoubtedly influence the overall learning environment in your classroom by favoring chairs and tables

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Five Multi-Use Furniture That Changes Function Quickly

Regardless of the size of your residence, it’s hard to adjust with every decor, every modest furniture that you might or might not necessitate at some point.

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Top 10 Furniture Market of India

There is a broad range of local furniture markets in India. So many, that they delight consumers with quirky vintage furnishing options as well as snap the financial burden of creating and designing a new home.

When an antique furniture piece is restored, it often drops all significance. This is a tough concept for many people to understand. As our current creation adds from the original work from a master craftsperson

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Helpful Tips When Restoring Antique Furniture

When an antique furniture piece is restored, it often drops all significance. This is a tough concept for many people to understand. As our current creation adds from the original work from a master craftsperson

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9 Ways to Decorate Your Living Room with a Leather Sofa

Using a leather sofa in your living room may seem tricky, but when you check out photos of living rooms with an accent chair or sofa, you realize how easy it is.

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3 Most Common Types of Leather Used in Furniture

Leather furniture is made using many diverse types of leather that are produced using different processes. This is what amounts for the different look, feel and essence of leather furniture.

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3D Printing- Bringing Future of The Furniture In Your Homes

Many people are already accustomed to the various productions of additive manufacturing or 3D printing, that vary from the mundane like furnishings and jewellery, to more specific things like a medical speciality.

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Here's a Guide To Select The Right Kind Furniture For Your Workspace

Worn out, Bone tired, Eyes dusty from lack of rest. After days of hitting office spaces and scanning on the net for the “perfect office” that suits your interest and budget, you’ve eventually found the one!

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Here's a Guide to Select the Right Kind Furniture for Healthcare Environments

Hospitals, doctors’ offices, and dispensaries have distinct requirements when it comes to furniture. As with any setting that caters to the public, you’re concerned about safety and endurance.

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How 5 Different Pieces of Furniture Got Their Names

The next time you’re resting in your living room, ask yourself a question. Why is your ideal place to relax called a couch? Who named that couch, or the bureau or grandfather clock?

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6 Ways Your Old Furniture Can Get New Life

It’s so tough to part with things, mainly furniture. Even if you’ve bought a new dining room collection or just extra chairs for your kit, you may find it hard to throw out those useless chairs.

Many people move their outside furniture opened to the components and dirty elements all year. This indicates that when winter time swirls around, there is an aggregation of soil

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How to Clean Outdoor Furniture

Many people move their outside furniture opened to the components and dirty elements all year. This indicates that when winter time swirls around, there is an aggregation of soil

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The 8 Best Websites for Furniture and Decor That Make Decorating Easy

There’s no shortage of offers, designs in the world of online furniture shopping. There are countless online stores devoted to furniture, lots of budget-friendly sites for affordable furnishings and an exhaustive list of accessible mid-century modern...

Carpet and rugs, How furniture rental start-ups are booming in India

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