Category: Design and Interiors

Here's an interesting collaboration – iconic German furniture company Thonet has teamed up with minimalist Japanese retailer Muji to produce affordable versions of some of its classic designs from days gone by – including the Thonet v Muji classic bentwood table and chairs.

Designer James Irvine has used some of Thonet's oldest designs, specifically the 'bentwood' furniture which originally made the company back in the 19th century and given them a more simplified, 21st century-friendly look. But best of all, for a price we might all be able to stretch to.

Which means you can get a new take on the classic 214 chair (originally produced in 1859) and matching table in natural or dark beech, handmade by Thonet, but sold by Muji for £215 (chair) or £325 (table). Look out for them in August, initially in the flagship Muji store on Tottenham Court Road, London.

Find out more at the Muji website

Dorkenwald-Spitzer take the idea of dream interiors one step further with their wall furniture, which are basically strips pre-printed with furniture and accessories that are suitable for hanging on the wall and therefore instantly enhancing your space. They are reusable, waterproof and washable so even if you move house, your furniture can come with you. 

The idea and imagery won't be to everyone's taste but, if you do want to invest, many of the images have a retro feel. Sacco shown here is presumably named for the beanbag lurking around the corner and the second image, LC2, is named after the armchair shown in the right of the image. Both designs come in four strips, measuring 186cm x 220cm and costing 210 euros. So not cheap, but cheaper than investing in the furniture (and cat) that they illustrate! 

Not just any old occasional table, the Rolly mid-century style occasional table also doubles up as a neat bit of storage.

Even if it was just a standard table, we would love it – those 50s-style curves would look great in any mid-century inspired home. But as a concealed tambour door also slides open to offer up some storage, the Rolly is also perfect for shoving in all those old magazines should someone unexpectedly call.

Made of American black walnut and standing around 39cm high, it's exclusive to Heals and is priced at £695. See another image over the page.

Find out more at the Heals website

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