Maison Drucker & Maison Gatti: The Story Behind Paris’s Most Iconic Bistro Chairs
Since 1885, two Parisian workshops have made the rattan chairs synonymous with French café culture. Here's what sets the real thing apart — and where to find one.
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Authentic vs. Replica: 6 Convincing Reasons to Opt for Genuine Design Furniture
In today’s digital age, there’s a veritable explosion of replicas and knock-offs of iconic design furniture! The internet...
A collector’s chair found in the street sells for US$53,000 at auction
Sometimes things happen by chance. According to French daily newspaper L’Est Républicain, an armchair abandoned in the street...
Vintage Rattan Furniture: History, Revival & How to Find the Real Thing
Vintage rattan furniture is everywhere again — and not by accident. Estate sales, flea markets, IKEA, Urban Outfitters,...
French Provincial Furniture: What It Is, How to Use It, and Where to Find It
Most people get French Provincial furniture wrong in the same way: they buy too much of it. A...
7 Best Flea Markets to follow on Instagram
There is no better way to get to know a country than by visiting its flea markets –...
Retro Charm Meets Modern Style: 4 Tips to Infuse Your Home with Vintage Elegance
At a time when the new often borrows from the old, incorporating vintage elements into your interior can...
Vintage design: The Mad Men style at home
The iconic TV series Mad Men not only captivated viewers with its intriguing plots and complex characters, it...
Interior Design: a vintage loft in Rome, Italy
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Rome’s Il Pigneto, a neighbourhood celebrated for its authentic Roman vibe and...
Vintage at home: 23.2, a retro modern concept house
Nestled in the natural splendour of rural Vancouver, Canada, Omer Arbel’s 23.2 House is a harmonious blend of...
Vintage junk and IKEA furnitures look good together
Sometimes people and friends ask me what it takes to make their home genuine as many of them...