On Trend: Embrace Natural Wood's Playful Side, European Style
Capture a whimsical air with German and Italian wooden furniture done up in lighthearted designs
Mari Richards
January 31, 2013
Houzz Contributor. Founder of design blog http://www.smallforbig.com
Toy designer, artist, professor, mom, chocolate hog, pianist, and creative type. Stop by the blog for more of my faves, DIY, and inspiration!
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If you live in a northern climate, this time of year is probably finding you out of touch with nature. It's hard to hug a tree (or even sit near a tree) when the temperatures are hovering around zero! It's a great time to bring natural elements inside your home, whether that means live plants, flowers or natural finishes.
At the same time, some playful elements can help lighten a dreary winter mood. German designs from Woodloops are fun alternatives to average designs. Italian maker Riva 1920's rounded, carved aesthetic highlights the handmade qualities of each of its pieces. These beautiful and playful German and Italian designs can bring a welcome moment of nature into your home and find their way into your heart.
Note: Contact Riva 1920 and Woodloops via their websites for distribution information.
At the same time, some playful elements can help lighten a dreary winter mood. German designs from Woodloops are fun alternatives to average designs. Italian maker Riva 1920's rounded, carved aesthetic highlights the handmade qualities of each of its pieces. These beautiful and playful German and Italian designs can bring a welcome moment of nature into your home and find their way into your heart.
Note: Contact Riva 1920 and Woodloops via their websites for distribution information.
This rounded shape mimics that of an upholstered piece; it must have taken a lot of work for it to look so effortless. The swivel base adds extra charm to an already playful design.
Designed by Karim Rashid, this stylized flower table can add growth and whimsy to a living room.
This beautiful rocker is one of my favorite online finds. It has the sweeping gesture of a great sports car and the minimalism of some of my favorite designs, done up in gorgeous natural wood.
Now this may look like a children's piece, but personally I'd prefer to see this playful unicorn in an entryway, where people could enjoy its charm every time they put on their shoes.
I have a sneaking suspicion that this bookshelf would become the ultimate racetrack in a house full of boys. Just a guess.
It's amazing how little you need to suggest a truck. In this case: wheels. Add this long, narrow bench to a long hallway for a bit of fun.
Does this table need six crisscrossed legs? No, but the added set and the complicated overlapping lines make quite a statement.
This is a stool to keep you on your toes while you're sitting on your slightly tilted derriere.
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