Some pieces simply have staying power. They have a clarity of form, a sense of proportion, and a level of craftsmanship that allows them to remain relevant long after the moment they were introduced. This week, we’re looking at five contemporary designs that we believe have the makings of future classics. From sculptural lounge chairs to a beautifully resolved dining table, each combines a distinctive point of view with materials and craftsmanship designed to endure. They are pieces with enough character to be remembered, and enough restraint to live with for years to come. MAKURI LOUNGE Michael Anastassiades Michael Anastassiades approaches the Makuri as an easy chair distilled to its essentials: two expressive curves, familiar geometric forms, and a generous invitation to sit. Despite its substantial proportions, the chair maintains a remarkable sense of lightness, while the accompanying ottoman extends the design into a complete lounging experience. Koyori's meticulous construction brings precision to the sweeping curves, with the wood and solid-wood elements carefully integrated to preserve the simplicity of the form. The ottoman also works independently as a stool, adding another layer of versatility to a design that feels considered and instinctive. BRUTUS ARMCHAIR BassamFellows Brutus has the presence of a modern classic. Carved from solid wood, its sculptural back and seat appear almost as a single continuous form, punctuated by a precisely cut opening. The elliptical legs shift visually from broad to remarkably slender depending on the angle, giving the chair a sense of movement despite its substantial construction. Available in solid walnut, white oak or beech with either Vienna cane or upholstered seating, Brutus balances the language of Modernism with a softer, more organic sensibility. It is a chair with a personality which commands attention. TURNTABLE OVAL Formstelle Turntable Oval takes the familiar dining table and reduces it to a beautifully resolved composition of top, base and proportion. Developed from Zeitraum's original round Turntable, the oval version creates space for larger gatherings while retaining a single, space-conscious central base. The entire structure is executed in solid wood, with the oval tabletop, base and floor plate requiring an unusually sophisticated level of craftsmanship. Available in oak, American walnut and ash, the table has a quiet architectural presence that feels designed to remain relevant well beyond the dining room trends of the moment. MIAU LOUNGE GamFratesi Miau takes the precision of Koyori's wood craftsmanship and translates it into a generous lounge chair. The armrests and backrest are formed from a single piece of bentwood, an exacting process that allows the grain to flow continuously around the chair while creating a stronger, more unified structure. Its larger scale, inclined back and fully upholstered seat bring a deeper level of comfort to the Miau family, while the precise, graphic lines keep the silhouette composed. Available in oak or walnut, Miau is a particularly good example of how advanced craftsmanship can remain almost invisible in the finished piece. VIVA DINING CHAIR David Regestam Viva was conceived with an ambitious brief: the comfort of an easy chair in the proportions of a dining chair. Its slender solid-oak or beech frame supports a molded seat shell made from recycled textile felt, creating a chair that is equally at home around a dining table, at a desk, or on its own as a reading chair. Just as important is the way Viva is constructed. The seat shell and wooden frame can be separated, making the chair straightforward to renovate and reupholster and extending its useful life. Manufactured at Gärsnäs' factory in Österlen using materials sourced close to home, Viva brings together comfort, durability and thoughtful construction in a form designed to be lived with for years.