Zip System Furniture

Imagine that you're walking down the street and look into a shop window and you see this: The unfinished pressboard edges face toward the street so that those inside the shop get the good, finished melamine side. I don't like this. The cubby-shelf-thing is gross. There is no good side. It is that it passes … Continue reading Zip System Furniture →

Sport Cabin Furniture: The Lovö Cabinet

This is a remarkable piece. I don't remember where I first heard about it. Perhaps it was Scandinavian Design 101 or maybe 1st Dibs. Regardless, it is stunningly proportioned (40"w x 60"h x 18"d) and rustic, yet refined. Executed in raw pine and featuring bespoke hardware. I also like that it is on a recessed … Continue reading Sport Cabin Furniture: The Lovö Cabinet →

Drawers

I think drawers in bedroom furniture are too deep and not wide enough. And we might want to have more of them. Having read Marie Kondo, I like the idea of not stacking clothing. Stacking does not encourage the frequent, easy assessment of items in inventory. Out of sight, out of mind. Out of mind, … Continue reading Drawers →

Entertainment Center

Entertainment centers used to be wall units. With technological change, they have become low consoles. I think I prefer the console. I do not believe that a TV should be placed up high. I think you should look straight at it. I was looking at this piece by Niels Bach, however, the upper central compartment … Continue reading Entertainment Center →