Amazon Is Taking Up to 72% Off Outdoor Furniture Weeks Before Prime DayHere's What to Get - Food & Wine

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To make the most of your summer, you need plenty of outdoor and patio furniture where your family can lounge and relax. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party on the deck or having friends over for a swim in the pool your backyard needs to look good and feel comfortable. If you want to completely upgrade your space, or refresh the furniture you already have back there, you’re in luck: Ahead of Prime Day, Amazon is slashing prices on all outdoor dining furniture, lounge chairs, and outdoor decor. 

These early Prime Day deals should get you excited for the retailer’s biggest sale of the year, which is slated to take place from July 11 to July 12. Right now, you can save up 72% on tables, patio chairs, dining sets, and more. You can even find discounts on patio umbrellas and fire pits — and prices start at just $22. 

If you want your backyard or patio to be the talk of the neighborhood — the spot where everyone wants to hang out this summer — then it’s time to shop these can’t-miss deals. Just be sure to grab what you like as soon as you see it, because there’s no guarantee these discounts will last for long. 

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Best Early Prime Day Deals on Outdoor Dining Sets

The first thing you need for a lounge-worthy backyard where you can enjoy lunch, snacks, and drinks is a furniture set. These sets come with tables and chairs so you have a place to rest your drinks and catch some rays. This wicker set comes with two cushioned rocking chairs and a small glass table that can fit a cup of coffee or two glasses of wine, and it’s 60% off right now. 

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To buy: $88 (originally $160) at amazon.com

This steel bistro set features an adorable leaf pattern set that is the perfect size for a couple (or roommates!) who want a place to enjoy their morning coffee or breakfast outside. Its compact size is ideal for an apartment deck or a patio — and at $88 (45% off its original price), it’s especially affordable right now, too. 

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To buy: $115 (originally $170) at amazon.com

If you enjoy eating lunch and dinner outside, then you need this four-piece furniture set, which includes a large dining table. A great place to set out snacks while your kids play or grilled burgers and steaks while you have friends over for drinks, it also comes with a loveseat and two chairs. The mesh material of the seats is breathable, a must on hot days, and is easy to wipe clean with nothing more than a wet cloth. And at just $115, it’s a great deal on an outdoor dining set that you will use all summer. 

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Best Early Prime Day Deals on Lounge Chairs 

Lounge chairs are essential to any well-decorated backyard. At the end of a long day, one of the most relaxing activities you can do is sit in the backyard with a cup of tea and watch the sunset. This cushioned wicker chair comes with an ottoman so you can put your feet up, and when you’re not using it, you can slide it into the chair to save space. It’s the perfect place to read a book by the pool, and it’s 72% off right now. 

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To buy: $72 (originally $140) at amazon.com

For a chair with ultimate reclining abilities, this Caravan Sports zero gravity chair can lay nearly horizontal. It can lock into almost any reclined position, but it also folds up so you can toss it in the trunk and to a tailgate or the beach. Plus, it’s made from a durable material that is perfect for an outdoors lifestyle. Pick up one (or two) while it's 49% off. 

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Best Early Prime Day Deals on Outdoor Decor and Accessories

Once you have all the necessary furniture, it's time to decorate your backyard with accessories to make the space feel even more cozy. This acacia wood side table is where friends and family can stash drinks, bottles of sunscreen, and insect repellent. And after everyone goes to sleep, light a couple candles on this table, take a deep breath, and enjoy the peace and quiet. Plus it folds up for easy storage at the end of the summer. The best part is, it’s 54% off right now. 

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To buy: $22 with coupon (originally $47) at amazon.com

People who live in a small space can still enjoy the glow of a warm fire at night. If you only have a small porch or patio, try out this concrete tabletop fire pit. It’s only $22 and has an hour-long burn time so you can enjoy wine or dinner around the fire, even if you don’t have a big backyard. And since it weighs less than 6 pounds, it's easy to transport to different locations.

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To buy: $47 with coupon (originally $70) at amazon.com

Another must have for the backyard is a patio umbrella. On sunny days when everyone is looking to escape into the shade, you’ll be grateful you bought one, too. This 100% polyester patio umbrella is waterproof and UV-resistant and has a 9-inch diameter, which means four to six chairs can fit under it. Place it over your outdoor dining table, crank it open, and start telling all your friends to come over. 

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BETHLEHEM TWP., Pa. - A new destination for sofas, curtains and other home decor is helping shoppers furnish their living spaces in Northampton County.

Dave's Home Furnishing, a family-owned business offering furniture and home goods such as lamps, mirrors and wall art, opened Saturday at 2920 Easton Ave., Suite 9/10, in Bethlehem Township.

Dave's Home Furnishing, a family-owned business offering furniture and home goods such as lamps, mirrors and wall art, opened Saturday at 2920 Easton Ave. in Bethlehem Township.

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The new store occupies a renovated spot next to Petco in The Shops at Bethlehem, formerly known as Easton Commons.

Customers can shop furniture for every room, including bedroom, dining room and living room pieces, co-owner Zafirah Singh said. The store also sells mattresses and box springs.

"People are really excited," Singh said. "We had a warm welcome on Saturday."

Dave's Home Furnishing, a family-owned business offering furniture and home goods such as lamps, mirrors and wall art, opened Saturday at 2920 Easton Ave. in Bethlehem Township.

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Singh and her husband, Dave Singh, also operate Dave's Department Store, selling furniture, housewares, clothing and more - at 282 Line St. in Easton.

The department store has been in its current Line Street space for about six years, but the business originated on Butler Street in Wilson in 2014, Zafirah said.

At the new Dave's location in Bethlehem Township, customers can shop furniture along with other home furnishings such as lamps, curtains, vases, chair cushions, and wall and tabletop decor.

Dave's Home Furnishing, a family-owned business offering furniture and home goods such as lamps, mirrors and wall art, opened Saturday at 2920 Easton Ave. in Bethlehem Township.

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Dave's carries chairs, tables and other pieces from a variety of furniture suppliers, including ACME Furniture, Cosmos Furniture and the business' most popular manufacturer, Ashley Furniture, Zafirah said.

The Bethlehem Township store is open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays.

"We're definitely known for our curtains," Zafirah said. "We're from New York, and we use suppliers from New York and New Jersey. So, customers are able to find a lot of unique items that they can't find in big chains."

The Shops at Bethlehem is in a fast-growing area, on the border of Bethlehem and Bethlehem Township.

Directly to the east of the Giant-anchored shopping center, 220 apartments are planned at the site of the former Bethlehem Drive-in theater. The project is dubbed Thirty22 - a nod to its address, 3022 Easton Ave.

Dave's Home Furnishing, a family-owned business offering furniture and home goods such as lamps, mirrors and wall art, opened Saturday at 2920 Easton Ave. in Bethlehem Township.

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The Shops at Bethlehem also recently welcomed Poke Bar 25, a fast-casual eatery specializing in custom and signature poke bowls, bubble tea and smoothies.

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On a Road Trip for Danish Modern Furniture - The New York Times

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The credenza in the back of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van groaned as Lars Balderskilde drove through the woodlands near Vejle, a city on a fjord about two and a half hours from Copenhagen.

It was late January, and after passing a lake filled with swans, Mr. Balderskilde stopped at a house where he picked up an old bar cabinet that he paid for in cash. Then came stops at other homes to collect nesting tables and a mirror. The sun had set by the time he met Nina Toft and Grethe Kock, two sisters, at the home of their mother, whose funeral they had hosted earlier that day.

“It’s always emotional, but you have to let go,” Ms. Toft said to Mr. Balderskilde, who had come to look at various pieces in the house.

Ms. Kock showed him a tiny clay bird that she had made as a girl. “I’ll give you a good deal,” she said, jokingly.

Mr. Balderskilde did not take the bird. But he did fill the van with a teak dresser and bookcase the sisters’ parents had owned since the 1950s, a desk, a blue PH 5 pendant lamp and a Le Klint 325 floor lamp, a model originally designed to decorate a residence of the Nobel Prize-winning physicist Niels Bohr. He paid the sisters $1,800 for the items.

Ms. Toft and Ms. Kock had contacted Mr. Balderskilde through a website where he offers to buy furniture from people all over Denmark. While lugging the pieces out of the house, Mr. Balderskilde told Ms. Toft, “I have a boutique in New York.”

The store, Lanoba, is actually in Jersey City, N.J., and sells refurbished Danish modern furniture, a minimalist style originating in Denmark that was typically made with natural materials like wood, leather and Danish cord from the 1930s through the 1960s.

Mr. Balderskilde, 47, who is Danish, and his husband, David Singh, 48, started the business in late 2015. Mr. Balderskilde said that he and his husband, who liked going to estate sales, had noticed a growing demand for midcentury modern furniture, particularly in the wake of “Mad Men,” the highly stylized TV show set mostly in the 1960s, whose final season was broadcast in the spring of 2015.

In and Out of Style

Danish modern design was influenced by the work of Kaare Klint, an architect, furniture designer and academic known for measuring “paper, books, tableware and humans to find the optimal proportions for furniture,” said Christian Holmsted Olesen, the head of exhibitions and collections at the Design Museum Danmark in Copenhagen. (Mr. Klint’s brother, Tage Klint, founded the brand Le Klint in 1943.)

By the 1960s, the furniture had become associated with the broader midcentury modern style popularized by American designers like Charles and Ray Eames, who often mixed wood and leather with materials like metal and plastic. Among the most notable Danish modern pieces of that decade were a pair of teak and leather chairs by Hans Wegner, which were used in a televised 1960 presidential debate between John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon.

The chairs, Mr. Balderskilde said jokingly, “almost took focus away from the debate.”

In the 1970s, as decorating tastes shifted toward what he described as “plastic fantastic,” Danish modern furniture became less desirable. In Denmark, some pieces were tossed to the curb, according to Mr. Balderskilde, who said that a lot of furniture produced in the style’s heyday no longer exists.

“Nobody — nobody — wanted this stuff,” Mr. Balderskilde added.

Mr. Balderskilde goes to Denmark three to four times a year to buy as many as 500 items. Sidsel Alling for The New York Times

By the time Mr. Balderskilde and Mr. Singh had started Lanoba, demand had risen for furniture by leading Danish modern designers like Mr. Wegner, Finn Juhl and Grethe Jalk. (Mr. Balderskilde said that few retailers in the United States were offering pieces by “middle market” designers like Johannes Andersen and Omann Jun.) He saw potential in a business that brought unwanted pieces from Danish homes to American buyers, even if he had to travel around Denmark to buy items from individual sellers.

Amassing an inventory, he said, at first required the type of canvassing done by fledgling political campaigns. “I chatted up a lot of people in the grocery,” Mr. Balderskilde said. “I knocked on so many doors.”

From One Home to Another

Lanoba’s first sale was a footstool to a psychologist in Manhattan, which Mr. Balderskilde delivered to the buyer’s office. The business has since imported thousands of pieces, he said; most of the buyers live in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens.

Mr. Balderskilde now has a network of people in Denmark who know what he is looking for and who help spread the word, and he also finds pieces on platforms like Facebook Marketplace and DBA, a Danish secondhand exchange. He takes three or four sourcing trips a year (Mr. Singh stays behind to run the store), on which he tries to collect as many as 500 items.

Before the pieces are sent from Denmark to New York in shipping containers, they are stored in a barn owned by Mr. Balderskilde’s older brother, a cabinetmaker who taught him how to restore furniture.

Mr. Balderskilde bought a bar cabinet (left) and Le Klint floor lamp (right) on a sourcing trip this past winter. Before furniture is shipped to the United States, it is kept at a barn owned by his brother (center).Sidsel Alling for The New York Times

The markup on items sold at Lanoba varies — some pieces cost hundreds of dollars, others thousands — and is determined in part by the shipping costs to the United States, Mr. Balderskilde said. Sellers in Denmark, he said, generally know the provenance of the furniture he buys from them.

“It’s not like ‘American Pickers,’” Mr. Balderskilde said, referring to the reality show about antiques sellers buying unwanted items from people who are often unaware of the items’ potential value. “People know what they have.”

When many offices closed during the pandemic, Mr. Balderskilde said, Lanoba was flooded with requests for desks. He could not travel to Denmark at the time, so he asked friends and family there to find pieces for him. At one point, the store received a shipment of about 250 desks. “They sold out in five weeks,” Mr. Balderskilde said.

A lot of buyers appreciate that the furniture comes from “real Danish homes,” he said, and many sellers in Denmark like what he called the “saga” of Grandma’s furniture making its way to a brownstone in Brooklyn.

The day after Mr. Balderskilde had bought pieces from the sisters, he drove to a house in Brylle, a village on the Danish island of Funen, passing a wooden windmill, a metal windmill and an abandoned mink farm along the way.

The home, which had a for-sale sign on its lawn, belonged to the parents of Lars Egedal. Mr. Egedal was meeting Mr. Balderskilde to show him a desk that Mr. Egedal’s parents had received as a wedding gift from his grandparents in the 1960s.

Mr. Egedal said that his grandmother wasn’t happy when his parents used the desk, which had a built-in bookshelf, to decorate his brother’s childhood bedroom. “But I think she would have approved of it going to New York,” he said.

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22 Best Amazon Furniture Sales To Shop Ahead of Prime Day 2023 - Architectural Digest

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Prime Day 2023 is (almost) officially here, which means so are some of the best Amazon furniture sales and home decor scores we’ve seen all year. To simplify the madness that can occur when shopping the 48 hour sales-a-thon over July 11 and 12, we’ve highlighted all of the early home upgrades Prime members will want to scope out in order to design a Clever-approved space—starting with furniture and expanding into bedroom accessories, cooking essentials, and tech to smarten up your home.

Best Amazon furniture sales: Couches, chairs, and tables

Finding the best Amazon Prime furniture can definitely feel like a challenge–there’s just SO much of it to comb through–which is why we’ve gone ahead and done it for you. Whether you’re looking for a modest home office upgrade, some extra storage, or in the mood to splurge on a comfy sectional sofa, check back here to find all of the best furniture deals from this year’s sale.

Modern Pleated Velvet Loveseat Sofa

This two-seater sofa with memory foam cushioning is great for cramped apartments or even an entryway. We especially like this stylish green corduroy upholstery, though it’s available in blue and gray as well.

Need 31.5" Small Desk

Struggling to find furniture that’ll fit your small space? Here’s a computer desk that’s a bestseller and petite enough for even the tiniest studio apartments.

Christopher Knight Home Della Acacia Wood Dining Table

Build your dream dining set with this table made. With a solid acacia wood tabletop and sturdy metal legs, it’s the ideal piece to feast upon.

Giantex Velvet Accent Chair

In need of a new office chair? We recommend considering a nice accent chair over something generic that swivels. This lovely tufted pick will make WFH a little more chic.

Christopher Knight Home Ottilie Fabric Storage Ottoman

Not only will you be getting a lovely seat with this tufted pick from Christopher Knight Home, but you’ll land some discreet storage space too.

CangLong Assembled Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs, Set of 4

When we think of luxe for less, this expensive-looking chair set definitely comes to mind. Easily add extra seating to your dining room with these simple yet fun midcentury-modern-inspired seats.

Walker Edison Industrial Wood and Metal X-Back Ladder Desk

No space, no problem. This ladder desk can function as a work station by day and a spacious bookshelf in your common area at night. All that’s needed for the transformation is a chair, and you’re good to go.

MaxSmeo Modern Nightstand Rattan Side Table with Storage

The rattan detailing on this side table gives the piece a light and airy quality that we absolutely love.

Art Leon Mid-Century Modern Swivel Accent Chair

We think you actually just might get more work done sitting in a beautiful office chair like this tufted blue number with midcentury-modern inspired accents.

Christopher Knight Home Alisa Mid Century Modern Fabric Arm Chair

At more than 20% off, a comfy-looking arm chair like this one from Christopher Knight Home is just the thing to welcome you home after a long day.

Armen Living Jaguar Dining Chair in Grey Fabric and Walnut Wood Finish

The upholstered seat and backrest on this dining chair make it all the more comfortable to sit in, and the timeless walnut frame make it easy on the eyes.

Signature Design by Ashley Neilsville Industrial 1 Drawer Nightstand

If you’re looking to incorporate some subtle industrial design elements into your space, you won’t go wrong with this nightstand that’s currently more than 20% off.

Mopio Ensley 59" Mid-Century Modern TV Stand

You could use this very stylish stand for its intended use—housing the new, 55-inch TV you scored on sale. Though we think it’s just as nice as a display area for your favorite art and knickknacks.

Haotian OGT03-HG, Bar Set-1 Bar Table and 2 Stools

Comfortably enjoy meals with this kitchen bistro set that’s available in a three- or five-piece configuration.

Pamapic Patio Lounge Chair Set 2 Pieces

Head to virtual checkout with this wicker conversation set in your cart. Buyers have the option to choose one chaise for single use or three wicker chairs for a full trio to place poolside. Plus, each chaise is made of PE rattan wicker that will withstand stormy weather.

Steve Silver Amalie 48" Round Glass Top Walnut Base Dining Table

A tempered glass table like this one will serve as a statement piece in your kitchen or dining room. At 20% off, we’d consider creating a bespoke table set with some complementary chairs too.

Best Amazon furniture sales: Rugs and decor

Since even the smallest accents can make a difference, we think it’s definitely worth checking out Amazon’s decor selection—especially if you’re in the market for a new rug or maybe a custom candle.

Novogratz by Momeni Delmar Boho Dots Wool Area Rug

If you’re looking to freshen up the living room with an eye-catching pattern, consider this Dalmatian print design from Novogratz.

nuLOOM Wynn Braided Indoor/Outdoor Accent Rug

Another neutral option for your space, this area rug is suited for indoor/outdoor use, which means it’ll likely be kid- and pet-friendly too.

Kimdio Ceramic Irregular Face Vase

We love the line art trend, especially when applied to an unexpected surface like a vase. This on-trend piece from Kimdio is currently 20% off.

Momeni Ibiza Wool Area Rug

Lend a boho-traditional flair to any space with this gorgeous area rug from Momeni. We love the playful color palette and floral details, and it comes in six convenient sizes. 

KIOXOHO White Ceramic Vase Set (Three pieces)

You’ll never get tired of versatile ceramic vases like these. After all, they’re neutral enough to remain a staple in your collection no matter where your taste lands on the design spectrum. The best part? There’s even a coupon you can apply for an extra 5% discount.

Zens Bud Vases Glass Set

In case you haven't heard, bud vases are in—gather up a few of your fave stems or singular florals for a minimally chic botanical display.

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How to Arrange Furniture in Architectural Spaces? 7 Essential Tips

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As true spatial orchestrators, architects’ expertise extends beyond the mere construction of buildings, often transcending the physical realm of design. They possess the unique ability to craft spaces that are not only visually appealing, but that also feel welcoming, harmonious, and, above all, functional. Embracing this vital role involves careful consideration of all the bits and pieces that make up a project; from a building’s foundations to a sofa, architects must ensure that all the elements, in every scale, tie together in a way that is cohesive and positively influences our everyday lives.

Furniture is a key part of the equation. A holistic approach to design cannot exclude it, and understanding it as an integral part of the architectural process will inevitably elevate any spatial experience. Just as furniture must complement the room it occupies, the room itself must be designed to ensure a seamless synchronization with the furniture. Architects can plan this well in advance; for instance, they may decide early on to deliberately place a window in front of where a sofa will likely sit, or may design a large, open space envisioning in it movable partitions or modular pieces for ultimate flexibility. Even the strategic placement of wall outlets is significant, as it will directly impact how furniture is then laid out.

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Whether architects and homeowners are looking to rearrange furniture for a quick refresh or start from scratch in a new build, it’s always useful to consider a few tips and tricks. Here, through a series of conceptual diagrams, we will explore some key points and design principles to take into account when arranging furniture, all united by one common goal: to optimize spaces to their fullest potential.

Always be mindful of proportions

Prior to making any design decisions, observing and measuring the space you are working with should always be the first step. Having a scaled floor plan and knowing a room’s shape, width and length is crucial to select appropriately sized pieces, position them accordingly and maintain a balance between furniture dimensions, room size and any architectural elements. This aligns with the principles advocated by Ernst Neufert, a renowned German architect and author of the influential book "Architects' Data", who emphasized the importance of understanding spatial dimensions and proportions to create functional designs. A square, 3x3 meters bedroom, for example, can fit a double bed in the middle and still leave free room to the sides. Meanwhile, a smaller rectangular room will benefit from a single bed placed along the largest wall (and with a dresser placed directly across).

Create conversation areas   

After a couple of years of pandemic-related isolation, today we crave face-to-face interaction more than ever. With that in mind, well-designed furniture layouts can create a conducive environment for conversation by promoting proximity, comfort and a sense of togetherness. Because of the limits of human hearing and issues related to social interactions, furniture should generally be placed within a distance of 2.15 to 3 meters. And in large living rooms, pieces can be laid out to create separate “islands” –for example, by placing two sofas in the center and a group of chairs and side tables at one end of the room to create a separate conversation cluster.

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Leave space for circulation and traffic

No room is functional without providing the necessary space to move around freely and comfortably. If we take the standard living room, it’s often recommended to leave a minimum of 90 cm for frequently used passageways and 30-45 cm between seats and coffee tables. Similar principles apply to dining rooms –a minimum of 90 cm between each edge of the table and the nearest wall is a common standard (however, if traffic doesn’t pass behind the chairs on one side of the table, 60 cm should suffice). Regardless of each specific case, it’s vital to map your traffic routes and remember that, more often than not, less is indeed more.

Define a focal point if necessary

Rooms tend to be designed around one object, whether it be a window, a fireplace, an artwork or a TV. Once this focal point is identified, furniture can be oriented accordingly. This might mean arranging furniture to take advantage of beautiful views from a fixed window, keeping the view of a fireplace clear or positioning every element in a way that natural light exposure is optimized. In any case, the largest pieces of furniture –such as the sofa in the living room or the bed in the bedroom– should face the focal point. If the TV is the room’s protagonist, the minimum viewing distance between the set and the seating should be twice the screen size (measured diagonally), while the maximum viewing distance should be three times the screen size.

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Consider flexibility and adaptability

As the demand for adaptable, hybrid and multifunctional spaces grows, architects must consider furniture arrangement in relation to flexibility. Modular furniture is an ideal choice, as it can be easily rearranged or reconfigured in shape and size to accommodate changing needs. Movable partitions and pocket doors can also be useful to create different ambiances within one single room, hence bringing versatility to an otherwise rigid space.

Aim for visual balance and variety

“Balance is key,” goes the old saying. Furniture arrangement is no exception. For a uniform, balanced layout, it’s advisable to vary shapes, sizes and textures. An area rug is great for anchoring different pieces of furniture and adding extra texture –as a rule of thumb, it should be centered around a seating arrangement with the front legs of large furniture pieces sitting on top of it. There are many ways to play with contrast, whether it be by combining straight lines with curves or pairing solids with voids. Some successful combinations include: juxtaposing orthogonal furniture with a round table, pairing a leggy chair with a solid side table, and so on.

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Don’t forget about personal taste

Following all of these general guidelines can certainly be useful when arranging furniture. But at the end of the day, it’s important to bear in mind that it all boils down to the room’s function and, naturally, personal taste, style and preference. That is the last –yet arguably the most important– rule: whether you are an architect, designer or homeowner, make a point to address the needs and individual flair of those who will inhabit the space, even if that entails experimenting, challenging conventional standards and thinking outside the box.  

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Police: Accountant embezzled $526K from high-end Miami furniture store - WPLG Local 10

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MIAMI – An accountant working for a luxury furniture store on Miami’s Biscayne Boulevard embezzled more than a half-million dollars from the business, leading to her arrest Tuesday, according to police.

Police said Anette M. Martinez, 59, of southwest Miami-Dade, was hired as an accountant at Morada Haute Furniture in January 2021. The international furniture company was located at 3701 Biscayne Blvd. at the time and is now located at 2480 Biscayne Blvd. in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood.

According to an arrest report, a $526,800 series of wire transfers to banks in Indonesia and Poland in May and early June of 2021 caught the attention of the company’s owner — because the company’s only international suppliers are based in Italy.

Police said Martinez told the owner that she “received the invoices and simply paid them” although the owner told police he has previously told her that he needed to approve all transactions.

They said the third-party payment processer attempted to contact Morada Haute Furniture’s owner in order to verify the transactions, but Martinez told the company were accurate and to proceed with the payments.

Martinez denied any wrongdoing in an interview with Miami police detectives, the arrest report states. She faced three grand theft charges and was released from the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center on a $10,000 bond.

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Collaborative Kinship exhibition showcases oak-and-terrazzo furniture - Dezeen

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Designer Birgitte Due Madsen, architect Anne Dorthe Vester and curator Henriette Noermark have launched an exhibition of marble, resin and wood furniture designed to explore collaboration.

Kinship, which opened at the Alice Folker gallery in Copenhagen during the 3 Days of Design festival, showcases 18 designs that utilise terrazzo, wood, metal, resin, marble and glass.

The exhibition was informed by existing works by Madsen and Vester, including the Lucid resin chair by Madsen and the Vitrine ash-and-steel wall hanging artworks by Vester, which are also on display in the space.

Kinship showcased 18 furniture and design objects

"As a group of three individuals who thrive in collaborative environments, it was natural for us to come together for this collaboration," the collective told Dezeen.

"We wanted to explore collaboration while focusing on our individual strengths, existing work, and experiences. Each of us brings different skill sets, backgrounds and practices, which we wanted to showcase in this exhibition," the trio added.

"The exhibition delves into the exploration of collaboration by placing a spotlight on the individuals involved."

Three terrazzo chairs were made in collaboration by Madsen, Vester and Noermark

In the spirit of collaboration, the exhibitors designed three terrazzo and oak chairs together especially for the Kinship exhibition.

These were made using wood supplied by Danish flooring company Dinesen.

Pine furniture and future-facing sofas among top trends from 3 Days of Design

Located in the centre of the gallery's second room, the terrazzo bases of the chairs mimic each other in shape, with the wooden slats placed on different angles of the base.

The terrazzo used was made from glass waste, recycled bricks and concrete to reduce the CO2 emissions generated when creating the material, the gallery said.

The exhibition is on display at the Alice Folker gallery in Copenhagen, Denmark

"The design process for the terrazzo chairs stemmed from the idea of experimenting with direct collaboration. We used Birgitte and Anne Dorthe's previous works as a foundation to create a new collective collection," the trio explained.

"The chairs were designed with a consistent aesthetic and visual language that is reflected in our shared terrazzo furniture," it added.

"The intertwining of practices creates a cohesive display that showcases direct references to the slats found in Anne Dorthe's pieces and the semicircular strokes seen in Birgitte's works."

The exhibition was on display during Copenhagen's 3 Days of Design festival

Surrounding the chairs, Madsen's series of circular Neon Cast lights are displayed on her Breton marble cubes. The gypsum and glass lights come in shades of green, blue, pink, red and purple.

Two additional neon lights hang on the walls of the gallery, each designed with a horizontal or vertical stripe of neon running through the similarly designed circular light.

The exhibition uses materials such as terrazzo, resin, marble, wood, metal and glass

The four Breton cubes, named after sailors' shirts originally designed to be functional, explore both form and function. The cubes feature uniform horizontal, vertical or diagonal stripes of marble, each with its own veiny pattern in green, pink and brown.

Also at this year's 3 Days of Design, Christian + Jade partnered with Dinesen to present the Weight of Wood exhibition and Tableau showed sculptural wooden furniture by Vaarnii.

The photography is courtesy of Birgitte Due Madsen.

Kinship is on show from 2 June to 29 July 2023. See Dezeen Events Guide for information about the event, plus a list of other architecture and design events taking place around the world.

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