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If you're redoing a space, chances are you want a hero item—something big, something luxurt. Chances are you wouldn’t mind splurging on a $5,000 dining table or a $2,000 hand-woven area rug if you knew they’d last, were sustainably sourced, ethically made, and look heirloom-worthy. Arhaus makes furniture like that. It's statement pieces with high-quality fabrics, and all of it is well worth the price tags.
Maiden Home carved out its niche in the beige and balmy aesthetic, but now it's expanding into something more luxury and versatile. Resilient and responsible, then, best describe the brand's quality, which thrives on the craftsmanship of North Carolina artisans, and the natural beauty of their hand-selected, sustainably-sourced materials.
CB2 is our go-to for contemporary mid-century inspired design. Everything looks classic but comes with all the benefits of modern furniture buying like easy shipping, quick turnarounds, and affordable designs. But what we love most about CB2 is that each piece is made with premium materials. Every bar cabinet is made of solid wood. Every sofa perfectly firm. Every marble table is substantial. This is modern furniture that lasts.
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Ever since Floyd perfected the platform bed, it’s been expanding into sofas, tables, and storages. They all don a clean, simplified, and cozy look that works in a wide variety of homes. Most of the stuff is also easy-to-assemble and modular, like Floyd’s shelving system that’s a beast to look at once you configure it to your liking. It's as good as contemporary design gets.
If bold color isn't your thing, BR Home, the new home wing of Bannan Republic, might be more your speed. Yes, there is color throughout the catalog, but the brand seems to be more interested in playing with texture. Think beige boucle, linen, and faux fur with the occasional pop of richly colored velvet. It's a new offering, but one that a lot of people will come to love.
Soho Home is our champion of funky, rounded furniture and decor. The at-home wing of the famous members hotel tends to use fabrics that hold color really well—meaning, there's a lot of velvet—and chooses colors that really pop. If you want to make your spot a bit more Instagrammable, this is where to shop.
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Famous for its easy-to-assemble bed frame, Thuma is expanding that formula to more and more pieces of furniture. And we can only imagine there is more to come. Easy of assembly and a clean, minimal look are the main benefits here.
Saatva is the internet’s premier luxury mattress and bedding brand. Apart from incredibly comfortable mattresses, the brand also has bedroom pieces like bed frames (that we love), benches and ottomans with storage, and cool chairs that make the perfect accent for any space. What makes this brand stand out is that they sell high-quality products for a fair price. While, yes, nice mattresses are known to be expensive, Saatva won't rip you off. Not to mention, the customer service here is unbeatable. So, if you want to upgrade your mattress or your whole entire bedroom, you can do so right here.
The Citizenry isn't a foreign factory situation. The brand works with real small-time artisans. On the platform, there's bath furniture from hinoki wood workshops in Japan, leather that's tanned by a family in Portugal, and a sofa that's handmade in California. The Citizenry finds the best makers across the world and sticks them all on one website with a wide-appealing design language.
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For more classic outdoor furniture, you can't beat Neighbor. It's all teak wood, aluminum, and performance fabrics cut into tasteful mid-century shapes. If you're building a full outdoor space, shop here.
While Castlery has everything from classic to midcentury modern to contemporary styles in its arsenal, its inventory is intended to be timeless—which is why Castlery fashions its striking craftsmanship creations in durable materials.
If you're looking for outdoor furniture, nowhere makes better, more durable outdoor chairs than Tupelo Goods. These Made in the U.S.A. chairs come in high-design modern shapes, but since they're made of marine-grade polyethylene, they're the easiest chairs you'll ever have to care for. Plus, they can be used as in-pool chairs.
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Indecisive? Or just need help finding out what you actually like? Either way, Havenly makes it easy. The retailer carries a bunch of other brands and designers on this list, and it offers a starter Interior Design Quiz.
All you have to do is look at a handful of interiors, say what you do and don't like, then Havenly steers you towards the collections that best fit your taste. Genius!
If you grew up in a suburbia of any sort, there's a very good chance you have encountered Crate & Barrel furniture. Crate & Barrel is known for its modern, elevated pieces, all of which won't cost an arm or a leg (usually just half). This brand is filled with stunning pieces for every room of the house, with an emphasis on incredible living room furniture. Find massive sectionals, gorgeous accent chairs, not-tacky sleepers, and more. Plus, their outdoor furniture it also something to behold.
Article does something really clever, in that it sells bundles. Across any of its major categories—living room, bedroom, office, outdoor, and dining—you can snag a matching set for a reasonable price. It takes some of the interior decorating weight off your shoulders.
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Maybe you don't want MoMA reissues. Maybe you want real-deal designer furniture. In the spirit of sportsmanship, we'll warn you right now: It's frightfully easy to get addicted to 1stDibs. This online marketplace is where designers and sellers connect directly with buyers to discuss rare piece. It's the place to find exclusive one-offs.
In a world that's increasingly obsessed with boring ol' grayscale, Schoolhouse strays into the world of color. Blankets and sofas in primary colors, metal tables with finishes that pop, everything at Schoolhouse adds a bit of fun to your home.
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No surprises here. Pottery Barn is a classic because it makes unpretentious, homey furniture that works with a wide range of aesthetic styles. Nothing here is going to be a statement, and that's 100 percent OK.
A lot of sharp angles and modern looks, Blu Dot really works for anyone that loves a contemporary aesthetic. On top of that, it's a bit more fun than some of the other modern-looking options on the list. There's pops of color and interesting patterns; it's not all grey and white. That said, it still maintains the appeal of contemporary online furniture stores: The products are non offensive and fit with any other aesthetic.
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