Cool furniture, design objects and desiderata

[sugarbutch]

Likely lighter

I would lean toward three pendants in a metal finish to match the pulls on the cabinets. The style of the cabinets is fairly traditional, so either something so minimalist it effectively disappears or something similarly traditional

 

[brokencycle]

Tough to say without more info on how substantially similar the style is. Like if the style is very similar, why change at all?

Like for cabinets are you thinking about a similar design with a darker stain? For the counters are you staying granite? Are you thinking of changing pattern/color palette?

That being said, I agree with Sugar's generic advice - go minimalistic or go traditional. I would avoid modern linear fixtures and the trendy "modern farmhouse" fixtures in that kitchen. I tend to think multiple pendents will likely look better (3 small or 2 medium)

 

[absolem]

does anyone have recommendations for garment racks? I'm looking for something with a small visual footprint with two rods in it to go in a spare bedroom/dressing room. Not totally sure about the long term location so Im thinking a wall system is too much commitment.

 

[LukasK]

Sharing two rare czech floor lamps. Left one is shiny brass with glass ball and was made by Kamenický Šenov. Right one has wooden base and glass top and was made by ÚLUV.

 

[brokencycle]

Sharing two rare czech floor lamps. Left one is shiny brass with glass ball and was made by Kamenický Šenov. Right one has wooden base and glass top and was made by ÚLUV.
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The Czechs make some cool stuff. Too bad they've been occupied by backwards nations frequently.

 

[Althis]

Finally got the sideboard I've been wanting through the local DWR outlet at ~60% off! It does have some minor damage on the left side but isn't even noticeable with my placement and can be easily repaired.

Big fan of Muuto, I have a lot of their stuff now and often gravitate towards it before even knowing the brand

Enfold tall/wide in dusty green

 

[Joffrey]

Any suggestions for a desk when space is at a premium? The living area in my condo is not very spacious but I would like to add some kind of desk/shelving system so my laptop and some other items can get off my dining. I've come across these two options and was hoping I could get other ideas from here. I did some web searches for murphy/fold-down desk but wasn't too enthused by the options.

Room

Distance to show some size of room

Up close for a better view of where I want to put the options. Red arrow can't accept more than 28", left arrow can go up to 60+" to meet the credenza but I want ~32" to leave some open space (I also have a firewood rack I place there in winter).


Options

1.

West Elm 28" to fit snug in the nook with the red arrow. However, I do not like that it will jut out 19" which will interfere with the dining although the desk depth would be great for a laptop and monitor setup or laptop and keyboard.



2.

West Elm 32" would go against the larger wall with the yellow arrow. There's plenty more room here but I'm worried about cluttering the space up. The desk depth is 16'' so less likely to interfere with dining but much less working room - there's a good chance a monitor/keyboard won't fit with a laptop.

3.

Amazon option similar to 1/2. Cheaper than the previous two, in between the two width-wise but more depth than either so still concerned about interference and also workspace.

Would appreciate your thoughts or if you have suggestions I may be overlooking (I'm open to DIY or modular but price sensitive). I thought I posted a similar question on here some time-ago but it didn't pop up on search.

 

[brokencycle]

Any suggestions for a desk when space is at a premium? The living area in my condo is not very spacious but I would like to add some kind of desk/shelving system so my laptop and some other items can get off my dining. I've come across these two options and was hoping I could get other ideas from here. I did some web searches for murphy/fold-down desk but wasn't too enthused by the options.

Room
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Distance to show some size of room

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Up close for a better view of where I want to put the options. Red arrow can't accept more than 28", left arrow can go up to 60+" to meet the credenza but I want ~32" to leave some open space (I also have a firewood rack I place there in winter).


Options

1.

West Elm 28" to fit snug in the nook with the red arrow. However, I do not like that it will jut out 19" which will interfere with the dining although the desk depth would be great for a laptop and monitor setup or laptop and keyboard.



2.

West Elm 32" would go against the larger wall with the yellow arrow. There's plenty more room here but I'm worried about cluttering the space up. The desk depth is 16'' so less likely to interfere with dining but much less working room - there's a good chance a monitor/keyboard won't fit with a laptop.

3.

Amazon option similar to 1/2. Cheaper than the previous two, in between the two width-wise but more depth than either so still concerned about interference and also workspace.

Would appreciate your thoughts or if you have suggestions I may be overlooking (I'm open to DIY or modular but price sensitive). I thought I posted a similar question on here some time-ago but it didn't pop up on search.

A similar option is BluDot: https://www.bludot.com/hitch-bookcase-desk.html? which is 28" W by 17" deep.

Alternatively you could look for something that folds up. I don't have any great suggestions - google comes up with this one from Pottery Barn: https://www.potterybarn.com/product...olution/?pkey=s~wall mount desk~99&position=8

Or this place in the UK which presumably will be expensive to ship: https://pithandstem.com/product/droptop-single-light/

They would give you ~22" deep when working but only take up 4-5" deep when closed.

 

[double00]

meh , just get a longer dining table

 

[brokeassp]

Skagerak Gerg console table

Skagerak Georg Console Table

Elevate your home decor with the Skagerak Georg Console Table. Crafted from high-quality materials, this piece is both stylish and functional.

www.houseandhold.com

 

[sugarbutch]

I'm pretty sure this came up earlier in the thread. Maybe @gdl203 was looking?

 

[gettoasty]

Or was it @Parker?

 

[sugarbutch]

Or was it @Parker?

I was just coming back to suggest that

 

[jbarwick]

If something sitting out 17" from the wall will be an issue with the dining table, I think you will want to think of other options. I would throw some painters tape on the floor with the dimensions of the desk and put the chair I will sit it to gauge if it is the best location.

The space looks small but maybe you could pull the table closer to the hallway a bit for more room? I realize it would throw off the look but I don't see much else you can do.

 

[gdl203]

I'm pretty sure this came up earlier in the thread. Maybe @gdl203 was looking?

Or was it @Parker?

https://www.styleforum.net/threads/...-and-desiderata.83589/page-1053#post-11197526

Couple years ago - as usual, I had to post the incredibly made and incredibly expensive Atlas system. I'm not sure what @Parker ended up with