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Sometimes what isn't there is just as important as what is. This week's collection explores the beauty of open construction, where negative space becomes an integral part of the design. Thoughtfully proportioned frames, exposed structure, and carefully balanced silhouettes lend each piece a sense of lightness without sacrificing presence. Whether defining a room or quietly complementing it, these designs demonstrate how restraint can create remarkable impact.
DAN SVARTH DINING CHAIR
Dan Svarth
Drawing inspiration from the archetypal wooden chair and the graceful lines of the Greek Klismos, Dan Svarth's Dining Chair distills centuries of furniture making into a refined contemporary form. Crafted in solid mahogany with an optional upholstered leather seat, its gently curved backrest invites a variety of sitting positions, offering comfort whether dining, conversing, or lingering long after the meal has ended. Thoughtfully proportioned and quietly expressive, the chair embodies A. Petersen's commitment to enduring craftsmanship and timeless design.
MONTANA FREE
Montana Furniture
Designed to define space without enclosing it, Montana Free reimagines shelving as an open architectural framework. Slender powder-coated steel columns support lacquered shelves that appear to float, allowing light to move freely through the composition. Whether used as storage or a room divider, the system creates organization while preserving a sense of openness. Completely customizable in a wide variety of colors and configurations.
WOOD FRAME STOOL
Craig Bassam and Scott Fellows
The Wood Frame Bar Stool reflects BassamFellows' commitment to reducing form to its essential elements. Solid wood elements produce the chair’s distinctive side profile and back view, two of the most important angles of any dining chair when viewed around a table or bar. The outer corners are softly rounded, a BassamFellows signature, and the exposed rear frame becomes both a handle to maneuver the chair and a convenient place to hang the user’s jacket or sweater.
LIMMAT TABLES
Kevin Seitz and Rob van Wyen
Inspired by the series of viaducts spanning Zurich's Limmat River, these occasional tables celebrate structure through simplicity. Intersecting solid timber supports create an open architectural base that reveals a different perspective from every angle, while the circular tops appear to float effortlessly above. Together, the coffee and side tables bring sculptural rhythm and quiet refinement to a living space.
RAIL BACK SOFA
Mel Smilow
Originally designed by Mel Smilow in the 1950s, the Rail Back Sofa is distinguished by its elegantly exposed walnut frame, where every structural element contributes to the overall composition. Slender rails wrap the upholstered cushions with architectural precision, creating a silhouette that feels open from every angle. The result is a sofa that balances warmth, craftsmanship, and visual lightness while remaining deeply comfortable.