Furniture

July 15, 2020

Beetle-Inspired Coffee Table Features Fold-Out “Wings”

Nature is an endless source of inspiration for many artists and designers, many of whom reimagine natural forms and colors as part of their own work. Radhika Dhumal, a furniture and interior design student at India's National Institute of Design, found inspiration from the insect world. Dhumal designed a coffee table–titled Elytra—that’s based on the form and movement of a beetle.

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May 14, 2020

People Are Turning IKEA’s Toy Furniture Into Adorable Pet Beds

IKEA shoppers are savvy at recognizing when one of the store’s products could be purrfect for their furry friends. Officially, the DUKTIG is intended as a doll bed, but pet owners are finding that it’s ideal for a small cat, dog, or even a bunny. The miniature wood furniture comes complete with a linen set making it not only the right size but also a cozy experience for the creature trying to get some shut-eye.

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February 27, 2020

Former Shipbuilder Creates Spectacular Wooden Bathtubs That Resemble Small Vessels

Craftsperson Nathie Katzoff uses his background in ship woodworking and restoration to create striking wooden bathtubs. With his team at NK Woodworking & Design, he produces custom pieces that mimic vessels you’d find on the sea—although this time, they contain the water. The variety of designs, culminating in The Lotus Bath Collection, are crafted from sustainable domestic and exotic hardwood and assembled in their Seattle, Washington studio.

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