Chairs

Strong, sound-absorbent and sustainable, this eco‑friendly material is being invested with new chic. Mark C O’Flaherty reports

Arad reimagines Oka’s Washakie chair, which is wrapped in polished copper and stainless steel, creating a series of 10 limited edition collectables that are functional works of art

A collaboration with his wife, Michèle Lamy, the limited-edition collectables fuse art and design in subversive style

From bold painterly upholstery to awe-inspiring embroidery

Stars of interior design are putting their names to furniture collections, translating their signature aesthetic into statement pieces for all. Lucia van der Post reports

This airy shop in the Yorkshire town of Beverley is lovingly (hand-)turning out perfectly imperfect contemporary wooden furniture

A debut solo show focused on furniture that subverts classical Regency style with a surrealist twist

Fashion’s elite staged a flower-powered, marabou-trimmed takeover at this year’s Milan Design Week – and brought maximalism to the next level, says Katrina Burroughs

In stainless steel and wool, £3,350

Alfresco rooms are now prime real estate as outdoor design heats up, conjuring sophisticated living spaces with a cool, contemporary vibe. Charlotte Abrahams steps out in search of the latest looks

The British fashion legend likens his CAB chair, designed by Mario Bellini in 1977, to an old pair of jeans or a suede jacket that just gets better with use

Outdoor accoutrements, from patterned parasols to pizza ovens

In silk satin and metal, €12,790

Vinterior’s platform of 1,700 trusted dealers is a stellar resource for design aficionados

From huge dining tables to Chinese paintings – at a Devon antiques store with an illustrious reputation

The Woods Gallery is a Parisian gallery showcasing design’s whimsical side

The property entrepreneur and co-founder of design company Yoo is so enamoured with Arne Jacobsen’s Egg chair, he owns half-a-dozen of them

In iron and PVC, £578