Furniture

Staff -- Interior Design, 10/31/2007 12:00:00 AM

Martin Pierce Furnishings

England's hedgerows keep people off one's property, but the Hedgerow conference table invites folks to pull up a chair and interact. Measuring 12 feet long by 5 feet wide and standing 30 inches high, the tabletop holds an intricate marquetry design composed of olive burl, imbuya burl, and wengé. The design continues on the walnut base, which has supports resembling roots. 5433 West Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90016; 800-619-1521; martinpierce.com. circle 590

Newman Studio

The Linea console is so minimal, its detailing is an absence of material. Its clean lines are constructed from medium-density fiberboard, wood, and veneer, with slim slots on both ends that accentuate the design. The unit measures 48 inches wide by 12 inches deep and stands 30 inches high. Finishes include mahogany, Macassar ebony, oak, walnut, and zebrawood. 1775 East Palm Canyon Drive, H-342, Palm Springs, CA 92269; 800-871-7701; newmanstudio.com. circle 595

Dieffebi

Good things come in small packages—or as small packages in the case of cBox storage units. Part of the company's new dHome line of metal residential furnishings, the pieces are made of powder-coated laser-cut steel and are available in six colors. They measure 18 inches wide and deep by 19 inches high and come in one-drawer and two-drawer versions to serve many purposes, from holding files to functioning as a seat with an optional cushion. 36 Via Palù, San Vendemiano, Treviso, Italy 31020; 39-0438-4715; dieffebi.com. circle 591

Desu Design

The Deep sideboard is no wallflower, with quartered-walnut veneer covering its top, bottom, sides, and even back. Beveled edges define the front's perimeter, drawing the eye inward to the white back-painted glass doors. Two side doors open to reveal storage shelves, while the center doors conceal three drawers. The unit measures 69 inches wide by 20¼ inches deep by 27½ inches high. 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211; 646-729-9089; desudesign.com. circle 594

Three H Furniture Systems

After teasing with a 2006 preview, this manufacturer has finally released the complete MultiStations line of office furniture. Highlights include integrated shared storage to maximize space, paper-management solutions, and a variety of desktop and surface shapes that can be combined with different pedestal styles. 156462 Clover Valley Road, New Liskeard, Ontario P0J 1P0, Canada; 800-767-5374; three-h.com. circle 592

Modernica

The Case Study bentwood bed is an elegant platform composed of 26-layer maple plywood and curved V-shape legs. With a 12-inch-high headboard, the bed comes in single, full, queen, king, and California king sizes and in natural and stain finishes, including natural, classic, walnut, and dark walnut. 7366 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323-933-0383; modernica.net. circle 593

Dakota Jackson

The Tango café table looks ready to dance across the floor. Bent ribbons of laminated maple form the fluid base, while iridescent layered glass serves as the 40-inch-diameter top. The table stands 30 inches high and is also available in custom stains. 42–24 Orchard Street, Fifth Floor, Long Island City, NY 11101; 718-786-8600; dakotajackson.com. circle 596

Chista

Celebrating forms found in nature, Diptych tables, from the company's aptly named Roots collection, are inspired by old-growth tree roots that founder and creative director Alon Langotsky saw in Bali and Indonesia. These teak roots resting on stainless-steel bases form a complementary pair; together, they measure 62 inches long by 30 inches deep by 15 inches high. 537 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10013; 212-924-0394; chista.net. circle 600

Josh Urso Design

This table is both knotty and nice. Knoop, which is Dutch for knot, features a tangled base sculpted of military-grade rope impregnated with resin. Topped with glass, the resulting coffee table is a beautiful sleight of hand. Custom sizes are available. 206 Seventh Street, Suite 2R, Jersey City, NJ 07302; 412-401-5306; joshursodesign.com. circle 597

Eric Manigian Studio

Nature speaks for itself in the Simi ZigZag coffee table, in which the designer cuts and arranges solid English walnut to form an artful pattern, which he then hand-rubs with oil. This unique piece measures 64 inches long by 41 inches wide and stands 14¾ inches high. 61 Pearl Street, Suite 618, Brooklyn, NY 11201; 718-855-9097; ericmanigian.com. circle 598

William Switzer & Associates

Part of the Andre Arbus collection, the AA/12L Le Signet four-door buffet features elegant marquetry doors composed of ash, burled olive wood, walnut, and maple; inside are drawers and adjustable shelves. Shown here in sycamore, the 96½-inch-wide piece is also available in cinnamon, ebony, light walnut, rosewood, walnut, and saffron. 6-611 Alexander Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6A 1E1, Canada; 604-255-5911; williamswitzercollection.com. circle 599

Zaum

No need for bookends. The Parallax shelving system features sloping shelves formed from bent and welded aluminum, which also means the piece is recyclable. Each unit measures 24 inches wide by 14 inches deep by 14 inches high and is powder-coated inside and out with contrasting colors, an option. 44a Av. Da República, Lisbon, Portugal 1050-194; 351-918-680444; zaum.net. circle 601

Harris Rubin

Contrasting materials click in the 66-inch-long Overlay console. A slim wood L-shape rests on a metallic one. The botanic half is available in walnut, cherry, mahogany, maple, oak, and sapele; the steel portion comes in standard, blackened, gunmetal, and rust. This version is 16 inches deep and 32 inches high, but additional sizes are available. 4603 Harford Road, Baltimore, MD 21214; 410-426-0062; harrisrubin.com. circle 602

LaCor Furniture Industries

The Abaca Concave Convex tables might look like blocks of wood, but close inspection reveals a woven appearance. Abaca, cousin to the banana plant, is spun into fine-gauge rope, inlaid over a wood substrate, and then sealed in resin to create a distinctive and sturdy piece for resting objects or sitting upon. It measures 14 inches long by 14 inches deep by 19 inches high. 10451 Park Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840; 714-638-2585; lacorfurniture.com. circle 605

Martínez Otero

Though Huey Lewis coined the phrase back in the 1980's, Twist tables prove that it's still hip to be square. Cubic side cutouts form the legs. The table comes in five sizes and is available in wood veneers from ebony to walnut and up to 29 standard lacquers in both neutral and punchy colors. 97 Avenida de Pontevedra, Estrada-Pontevedra, Spain 36689; 34-986-590-072; mozoo.es. circle 603

Costantini Design

The natural patterns of guayabira wood create an organic mural across the Massimo dresser's six drawers, featuring carved grooves in lieu of handles. Shown with an espresso-stained cherry frame, this piece is also available in guayabira, paraíso, soita, and South American cherry frames; size is customizable. 1011 Palm Avenue, Suite 301, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 323-938-8706; costantinidesign.com. circle 604

Fixtures Furniture

The possibilities seem endless with the expanded Fixtures line of multipurpose tables. The collection features customized pairings of tops and bases. Top options include squares in seven different sizes, rectangles in four, and circles in seven, all of which can be further customized with 12 edge selections and a variety of wood stains or laminates. Final question: Legged, round, or X base? 1642 Crystal Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64126; 800-821-3500; fixturesfurniture.com. circle 606

Bright Chair

Turns out high school geometry comes in handy. Jason, a geometric table and console line, consists of stacked rectangles and triangles constructed from hardwoods. The collection includes two- and three-tier coffee tables, three- and four-tier consoles, three-tier end tables, and two-tier triangular end tables. Each piece comes in one to three sizes, and all are available with such luxurious finishes as lacquer ebony, raisin walnut, natural light cherry, natural maple, and red mahogany. 51 Railroad Avenue, Middletown, NY 10940; 888-524-5997; brightchair.com. circle 610

Liv'it

Whether positioned against a wall or as a freestanding room divider, Roberto Giacomucci's Mesh bookcase accepts glass shelves or holds objects (or nothing) as is. The chrome wire structure is supported by a heat-formed glossy base. It measures 47½ inches wide by 6¾ inches deep and stands 73 5/8 inches high. 9 Via Macerata, Tavullia, Pesaro, Italy 61010; 39-721-202-709; livit.it. circle 607

Versteel

A built-in tilt mechanism enables an unlimited number of Rulo table and chairs to nest for storage, and their wheels will facilitate transport. Not to mention the eco-friendly minimalist line is made from recycled-steel frames in one of 33 powder coatings and recyclable plywood surfaces in a choice of 11 finishes. 2332 Cathy Lane, Jasper, IN 47546; 800-876-2120; versteel.com. circle 609

Signalement

Square units with pill-shape voids create this hip solution for home or office. Called Tank, this shelving series is constructed of medium-density fiberboard and finished with high-gloss laminate, available in a variety of colors. It is 42 inches wide and high by 14 inches deep. 51U Norgesvej, Haderslev, Denmark 6100; 45-73-533554; signalement.dk. circle 608

McGuire Furniture

Resembling a giant shiny apple, the Cloisonné Hua drum stool is actually a functional (and nonedible) piece of furniture. The sculptural stool does triple duty as side table, seat, or artwork, and features an ornate arc pattern. It measures 22 inches in diameter and 17½ inches high and is available in red or cream enamel. 1201 Bryant Street, San Francisco, CA 94103; 415-626-1414; mcguirefurniture.com. circle 615

Baleri Italia

Like children's building blocks, Jeff Miller's glossy Obo molded-plastic units combine in unlimited configurations to create playful storage solutions. The skewed-shape pieces, measuring 15 1/3 inches wide by 12 inches deep by 15 1/3 inches high, are attached using a one-way screw-and-anchor connector. It's available in both punchy and basic colors, from burgundy and lime to black and white. 8 Via Cavalloti, Milan, Italy 20122; 39-035-584-811; baleri-italia.com. circle 611

Laurie Beckerman Design

The Filing Tree stands with branches open, ready to accommodate documents that must remain accessible. For longer storage, roll the Corian unit away to transfer its contents. The tree measures 3½ feet wide by a little more than 1 foot deep by 5½ feet high and is available in up to 145 colors. 500 Second Avenue, Suite 19E, New York, NY 10016; 212-889-1287; lauriebeckerman.com. circle 614

Blu Dot

Crisp planes define Desk 51, a two-tier piece measuring 56 inches wide by 31½ inches deep and high. The top provides a spacious work surface, while the second tier functions as storage with its 2½-inch jutting keyboard tray. The desk is composed of powder-coated steel with a polyurethane finish of red or ivory-gray. 3236 California Street Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55418; 612-782-1844; bludot.com. circle 612

Knoll

Expanding the popular Dividends office system, Dividends Horizon feels lighter in scale and emphasizes transparency, thanks to more legroom under work surfaces, low-panel stations that facilitate collaboration, and open-weave fabric screens, among other enhancements. 1235 Water Street, East Greenville, PA 18041; 877-615-6655; knoll.com. circle 613

Coffinier Ku Design

A great pair of legs, indeed. Two swirls sliced from solid brass plates form the Line of Beauty console table's elegant support. The legs are welded together and finished in polished nickel, while the top comes in brushed pewter. The table stretches 72 inches long by 24 inches deep and stands 36 inches high. Profiles, 200 Lexington Avenue, Suite 1211, New York, NY 10016; 212-689-6903; profilesny.com. circle 616

Cumberland

Conferencing furniture was never as eye-catching as the Fortis line of meeting room case goods and accessories. Featuring clean lines, the collection includes tables, freestanding and wall-mounted credenzas, and even lecterns. Finishes range from marble, granite, and limestone to ash, mahogany, and walnut; faux leather and graphic panels are also available for some surfaces. 321 Terminal Street Southwest, Grand Rapids, MI 49548; 800-401-7877; cumberlandfurniture.com. circle 620

Odegard

If Narcissus stopped glancing at himself long enough to take a dinner break, he would eat from the Louise table. Designed by Paul Mathieu, the upper surface and classically curving legs are reminiscent of Louis XV furniture. This reflective beauty is finished in silver, copper, or brass. It measures 72 inches long by 36 inches deep by 30 inches high. 200 Lexington Avenue, Suite 1206, New York, NY 10016; 800-670-8836; odegard.com. circle 617

Moroso

Around the Roses tables depict posies on digitally printed fabric embedded in acrylic. The tops range in hue from white and pink to violet and blue, and diameters measure 19¾ , 35½, or 43¼ inches. The varnished steel bases come in three heights with black or white lacquer. 146 Greene Street, New York, NY 10012; 800-705-6863; morosousa.com. circle 619

EmmeBi

Designed by Pietro Arosio, the Polifemo table literally comes full circle. The all-Corian unit stands 28 inches high and is crowned with a 59-inch-diameter top and supported by a pedestal base. Punched-out ovals offer views into the pedestal and add a touch of whimsy, particularly when contrasting colors decorate the interior and exterior surfaces. 28 Via C. Monteverdi, Cesano Maderno, Milan, Italy 20031; 39-362-502-296; emmebidesign.com. circle 618

Aimara Masterpieces

Like a Donald Judd sculpture, the Sycamore dresser is defined by clean lines and a weighty appearance. Interior designer Joan Halperin created the piece, which features a bronze base and a lacquered Argentine-leather writing surface. A complementing bedside cabinet is also available. 200 Lexington Avenue, Suite 510, New York, NY 10016; 212-532-5060; aimaramasterpieces.com. circle 625

Philip Nimmo Ironworks

Who says a table needs legs? Philip Nimmo sculpts support for the 22-inch-tall Ellittico side table from interlocking iron rings set below an inset glass tabletop. The gravity-defying piece can be finished in gold leaf, silver, and white-gold leaf. 710 North Orlando Drive, Loft 101, Los Angeles, CA 90069; 323-653-5654; philipnimmoironworks.com. circle 621

Uhuru Design

Flowers bloom year-round at Uhuru. Measuring 48 inches on each side and 13 inches high, the wood Sakura coffee table sprouts zinc botanicals on its top and leg surfaces. While custom colors and stains are available, standard finishes include dark or natural walnut, reconstituted Macassar ebony, and white or gray ash. 160 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231; 718-855-6519; uhurudesign.com. circle 624

Poltrona Frau

Far more chic than wine in a box, Jean-Marie Massaud puts a full bar in a box. The Isidoro drink cabinet is an intoxicating package covered with saddle leather; inside, fabric lining mingles with glass- and bottle-holding chrome rings and poplar drawers veneered in walnut. The 46-inch-high unit rests on wheels for easy transport. 145 Wooster Street, New York, New York 10012; 212-777-7592; frauusa.com. circle 622

Amuneal Manufacturing

The poplar legs of this dining table are turned on the inside yet faceted on the outside, with contrasting brown and chartreuse accents on the intricate design (custom colors are also an option). The tabletop reveals a subtle, digitally printed graphic fashioned around the word eat. 4737 Darrah Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124; 215-535-3000; amuneal.com. circle 623

Arco

Like icons before it (Jackie O comes to mind), I-con is sleek and free of clutter. Designed by Michiel van der Kley, the desk integrates the user's computer setup, reroutes and conceals wires and cords, and provides one or two storage drawers. Finished in Corian with stainless-steel legs, it comes in three sizes: 71 by 29½ inches, 83 by 35½ inches, and 91 by 35 inches; all stand 29½ inches high. P.O. Box 11, Winterswijk, the Netherlands 71000; 31-543-546-570; arco.nl. circle 626

Nondesigns

Bring touches of the outdoors in with the Topo table. The Corian surface features built-in planters that allow users to cultivate their own mini gardens. Customers select where to situate the planters, and then openings are cut to specification and outfitted with plastic inserts. Powder-coated steel legs round out the design. The piece shown measures 96 inches long by 30 inches deep by 30 inches high; two additional sizes are offered. 620 Moulton Avenue, No. 112, Los Angeles, CA 90031; 626-616-0796; nondesigns.com. circle 627

Council

Celebrated designer Arik Levy created Geo low tables for Optimism, the company's premiere collection. The multisided, 10-inch-high tables with irregularly shaped tops work alone or in clusters, both indoors and out. Indoor finishes include aluminum and wood paints; for outdoors, aluminum and powder-coated veneer. 635 Texas Street, San Francisco, CA 94107; 415-550-1750; councildesign.com. circle 630

Cassina

Seemingly growing from the ground, Boboli is a sculptural table designed by Rodolfo Dordoni in both square and rectangular versions. Ribbonlike spindles of extruded aluminum sprout between iron plates at top and bottom to form the pedestal, finished in black or white lacquer or silver chrome. Options for the tabletop include glass, wood, and marble. 200 McKay Road, Huntington Station, NY 11746; 800-770-3568; cassinausa.com. circle 628

Moooi

It's easy to be at peace with Marcel Wanders's whimsical Zen series. Still in development, the storage unit is a functional piece in oak veneer with a wengé stain. Optional stonelike polyester-laminate organic forms finished in white satin lacquer pop up on (or in place of) shelves to playfully reference scenes from a Japanese garden. P.O. Box 5703, EC Breda, the Netherlands 4801; 31-76-578-4436; moooi.com. circle 629

John Kelly Furniture and Accessories

A collaboration between John Kelly and master craftsman Chuzo Tozawa, the Kisho dining table fosters an East-meets-West ambiance. The functional 98 ½-inch top rests above a linear screen that spans the table's length. Built of oak, it measures 34½ inches deep by 30 3/8 inches high and comes in natural, waxed, or clear polyurethane finishes. 77 Franklin Street, New York, NY 10013; 800-291-1301; johnkellyfurniture.com. circle 631

Angela Adams

Warm wood and cool metal commingle in the Night Wing sideboard. With walnut legs and top and aluminum leaf doors, the sculptural unit also comes in ash, cherry, oak, and other domestic wood finishes. It measures 94 inches wide by 20 inches deep by 25 inches high, with custom sizes also available. 273 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101; 800-255-9454; angelaadams.com. circle 632

Lorin Marsh

The three-dimensional facade of the Egg Crate is a refined interpretation of the familiar supermarket packaging. Clad in bleached goatskin with dark-bronze pulls and legs, the unit, which measures 62½ inches wide by 18¾ inches deep by 39½ inches high, can also be customized. 979 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022; 212-759-8700; lorinmarsh.com. circle 633

Michael Gary Furniture

The Chanel rectangular cocktail table would do Coco proud, thanks to its elegant lines and shimmering, optional mother-of-pearl inlay. The three-tier table comes in two standard sizes—60 by 30 by 18 inches and 48 by 24 by 18 inches—and in mahogany, oak, walnut, maple, and wengé finishes. It is available in several stain options and custom finishes and sizes. 3712 North Broadway Street, No. 101, Chicago, IL 60613; 773-935-2198; michaelgary.com. circle 635

Durante Furniture

The Ellipse table plays peekaboo through angled oval openings that offer glimpses here and there. The cube measures 18 inches on all sides. Shown in quarter-cut walnut with an ebony stain, the table offers eco-friendly veneers and low-emission stains and lacquers through the company's Luxury Green program. 803 Dublin Street, New Westminster, British Columbia V3M 2Y5, Canada; 866-329-0740; durantefurniture.com. circle 634

Iatesta & Company

Rest easy in the Slayton four-post bed, constructed of solid maple and finished in faux ebony. Available in standard sizes, the bed features poplar posts and canopy supports that are hand-turned to impart a bamboo pattern and then waxed to a fine French polish. The headboard can be upholstered. 216-C Log Canoe Circle, Stevensville, MD 21666; 410-604-0360; davidiatesta.com. circle 636

Wang, Jinsheng's Studio

Inspired by the Erector set, the aptly titled Erector table toys with bare-bones construction styling and produces a decidedly grown-up result. The piece sports a cement-board top with polyurethane coating, bookshelf tracks on the frame (which can be painted red), and maple leg extensions, plus, true to the toy's aesthetic, exposed bolts, nuts, and screws. A console version is also available. 175 Adams Street, Unit 9D, Brooklyn, NY 11201; 718-834-4543; wangjinshengstudio.com. circle 640

Leland International

Sturdy and practical, with smart design details, the M2 table, with its steel base and laminate top, comes in rectangular, round, and square versions. All options are available in five sizes, ranging from 24 by 30 inches to 48 by 96 inches for the rectangular, 24-inch to 48-inch diameters for the round, and 24 and 48 inches for the squares. All feature a 3-inch-diameter tubular pedestal with a base plate and contrast-color band at the bottom. 5695 Eagle Drive Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49512; 800-859-7510; lelandinternational.com. circle 637

Councill Contract

At first glance, the elegant round Delineation II spot table looks built to stay put. But unexpected brass casters provide mobility, making this a functional table for residential, office, or hospitality environments. It measures 16 inches in diameter by 20 inches high and comes in quartered Mozambique veneer with a wengé or mahogany medallion. P.O. Box 1440, Denton, NC 27239; 336-859-2155; councillcontract.com. circle 639

Hudson Furniture

"Waste not, want not" is a motto that Hudson owner-designer Barlas Baylar understands. For the Collage dining table, he combines walnut scraps left over from other furniture projects into a character-rich tabletop that features a natural trunk edge. Atop a solid bronze base, this version measures 108 inches long by 42 inches deep by 30 inches high; custom sizes are available. 427 West 14th Street, No. 429, New York, NY 10014; 212-645-7800; hudsonfurnitureinc.com. circle 638