In the previous article we talked about a brief background of Egg Chair, where we mentioned some of the main characteristics of the iconic chair and one of the most famous movies where you may have seen it. Let’s continue!

In the aforementioned, Egg Chair appears behind renowned actor Rip Torn, who plays big boss Agent Zed in Men in Black, 1997 fim. In this scene the actor appears in the typical tuxedo seated in an elegant black Egg chair.

 Zoolander – 2001

A trilogy a little more current than what you have quite possibly heard. This film follows the life of an evil fashion mogul Jacobim Mugatu, starring Will Ferrell in which he shows us with his glamor and authentic Egg chair how outlandish and elegant he is. In this film there is an iconic scene that marks an important section within the satirical and it is when the evil fashion designer sits down to complain and devise his plans. Mugatu’s Egg chair, wig and outfit make him the most dramatic and elegant villain of all.

Ugly Betty – 2006

A classic from America! In this series the Egg chair made a big appearance as most of the set Betty works on is a redeemer of numerous Egg chairs.

Brief description of the Egg Chair

The Egg Chair is perhaps the most exponential chair worldwide within the mid-century style, this chair was designed by the incredible architect Jacobsen in 1958 for the inauguration of the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, this was the first skyscraper in Denmark.

Jacobsen was involved not only in the interior details of the building but also of its furniture, in the project the exterior and interior areas were included, so the surroundings of the room made the Egg Chair stand out above the other decorative elements. The project was undoubtedly a representation of how design and architecture can converge at the same point.

The uniqueness of the Egg chair can be seen in its iconic structure where Jacobsen used meticulous sculptural tectonics to mold it. Clearly modernist in scope, the chair’s curves offer a striking contrast to the building’s crisp geometric design – a block of flat surfaces made of glass and concrete.

In which movies has the Egg Chair appeared?

Men in Black – 1997

Who does not remember the famous scene of the agent played by WIll Smith killing a cockroach.

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During these pandemic restrictions, remote work has become the reality for many of us. Now the meetings are via zoom and the working hours can be made in pajamas. This has brought many benefits but also new needs such as home offices. 

Setting up a home office can be an easy task when you consider the items that are really necessary. So if you are a lover of the modern style and want to decorate in the most optimal and stylish way possible, scroll down and check out some very useful tips, from a comfortable LC2 chair to an elegant desk.

Choose a comfy chair

Select a chair that offers you comfort and ergonomics. Although there are classic office wheelchairs, if you want to maintain a more sophisticated style you can opt for a Le Corbusier chair or LC2 chair. These chairs contain double thick cushion filled with high density foam and are also upholstered with aniline leather. Excellent option for modern offices.

Select a spacious desk with organic lines

This should have the necessary space for all your utensils. Either from laptop to markers and paper in case you use.

And last but not least, choose a neutral and calm color palette.

Comment below what do you think that a WFH office should have

The Womb chair is world-renowned for being an iconic mid-century style. This chair was created by Finnish / American designer Eero Saarinen. It was designed with a special order from none other than Florence Knoll. She requested a comfortable chair that was “like a big basket of pillows, that I can snuggle into.” So Eero came up with this timeless creation.

Like other of his iconic pieces of furniture, Saarinen’s wraparound chair has become a constant fixture in multiple interior designs. In addition, due to its beautiful and comfortable structure it has become so recognizable that it has made appearances on the big screen.

‘Legally Blonde’ 2001

We all know this movie from the great and extremely delicate lawyer Elle Woods. Elle Woods surely had a lot of trendy pink outfits, but the one that stands out the most about her over her bedroom of hers or hers, the replica of the hot pink chair and ottoman that appears in her apartment.

‘Down with Love’ 2003

Barbara Novak has a pair of beautiful blush pink uterus chairs in her posh 1960s Manhattan apartment. In fact, each and every “Down with Love” set is packed with interesting details that come from inspiration and admas are very elegant.

In the previous blog we talked about one of the first sources to look for inspiring designs. Now is the time to share with you a source where you can find professional interior designers who will be willing to give you advice and even create a complete plan for you.

“We shape our homes and then our homes shape us.” – Winston Churchill

Houzz

Yes! The platform we are talking about is Houzz. On this platform you can even search through the profile of each interior designer and see their work. Plus! You can also ask for a piece of furniture like a mid-century chair that you are thinking of buying. The community will give you their opinion about it and they can even tell you where it is best to buy it.

Apartment Therapy

Apartment Therapy “is a lifestyle blog and publishing company focused on home design and decor”. Here you will find a lot of history of iconic designers, descriptions of striking designs and interior houses and the latest trends such as popular mid-century chairs, color palettes, and more.

Comment below what do you think of these resources. 

We all need inspiration in our life! If you think about it for a minute, this is true across the board. Especially in fields related to art, where inspiration is the cornerstone of many designs. In interior design, many professionals are constantly looking for new trends and inspiration from multiple sources. Today we want to introduce you to a couple of these sources so you can create amazing designs with modern sofas, vintage accents and other elements. Swipe down to see the best sources in this field.

Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working.

―  Pablo Picasso

Pinterest

Pinterest is an “American image sharing and social media service designed to enable saving and discovery of information on the internet using images and, on a smaller scale, animated GIFs and videos, in the form of pinboards”. In this platform you will be able to see an infinity of designs, DIY ideas, inspirational quotes, and much more information in the form of pin boards that you will be able to share and save.

A majority of amateur interior designers use this platform when looking for inspiration. Here you can type the modern sofa you’re looking for or the style you like and find a big amount of designs and places where you can find them. 

Click to know more sources to use when decorating.

The replicas are usually a perfect option when you are short of budget but you are a fan of classic pieces that are considered timeless. These replicas, although they are not the originals, the high-end ones closely resemble those of the original model. They try to use the same molding techniques and recreate the structures to produce a stunning piece.

If you are a fan of interior design you perhaps know who Le Corbusier and the LC3 sofa is. In case not, he was a famous architect who had a remarkable history within the modern movement. He created a whole collection who revolutionized the industry of furniture design. 

The LC3 sofa is a piece that has been on the market for a long time. 

Stores like Manhattan Home Design offer affordable replicas including the Le Corbusier sofa or LC3. This piece includes features such as:

Stainless steel.

High-density foam as a filler.

Thick cushions.

Aniline leather.

Dimensions:27″H x 82″W x 29″D

Product Weight:125lbs.

What do you think about acquiring high-end replicas? Comment below!

In the previous blog we talked about one of the most common types of leathers that is leading the furniture market today. As you saw, aniline leather is definitely part of the leathers that looks more natural and offers a unique shine today.

Now, it’s time to show you its appearance through an icon in terms of furniture it respects; the Egg chair.

The Egg chair is a creation made by the designer and architect Arne Jarcobsen who created it with the intention of granting privacy to the user in the middle of crowds or public places. This chair was a leading element at the opening of the hotel for which Arne was hired.

The Egg chair is composed of a support made of stainless metal that allows rotary movement. It is lined with aniline leather which makes the chair have a more authentic and warm touch for the user.

So as you can see by only upholstering a chair, sofa or any other element with aniline leather, you can create an icon that can also be a timeless piece.

Comment below what do you think about the Egg chair!

Leather is that faithful friend and material that we find everywhere. This material is present in our clothes, shoes, accessories, and even in the furniture of the places we visited such as cafes, lounges, stores, home, etc. There are countless pieces such as the Egg chair (which we will talk about in the next blog) that are upholstered on it and that tend to bring some curiosity to most people since not all of them look the same.

You may wonder why, and the answer is that not all leathers have the same properties or go through the same processes. Currently there are about 5 types of leather and today we will talk about the most frequent one and we will show you how it looks through a piece of iconic furniture in the world of design. Let us begin!

Aniline leather

Aniline leather is one of the leathers that looks more natural since it even has certain stains typical of the original leather. According to Wikipedia this is “a type of leather dyed exclusively with soluble dyes. The dye colors the leather without producing the uniform surface of a topcoat paint ”.

So as you can see, its appearance is due to the process it goes through.

Click to meet the wonderful Egg chair.

In the previous blog we talked about the first model of sofa which was the loveseat. We mentioned a very precise and sleek model and now is time to continue with the other types of sofas.

Modular sofa – Mario Bellini sofa

The modular sofa is one of the most chosen types when people have a more spacious place since they tend to be larger pieces than loveseat or regular ones. 

According to Simplicity Sofas, the average size for a 5 seat sectional configuration with equal sides is 95″ x 95″ or 98″ x 98″ with depths of 36″ – 40″. We must mention that exists multiple options such as the Mario Bellini sofa that has the following dimensions: Height: 26.4”, width: 113.4”, depth: 37.8” .

The Camaleonda sofa, as many people also called, is the perfect example of a modular modern piece because it shows very clean and dynamic lines, light color, and sleek material which is the iconic aniline leather.

Floor sofa – Togo sofa

The floor sofas have a more relaxed and informal appearance. They are recognized for having a lower height than regular sofas.

An example of this type of sofa is the Togo sofa.