The Tres Sectional from American Leather. A prize for any room, this award-winning John Charles Design is marked by innovation. The sofa features a distinctive built-in end table on either side of the bold contemporary sofa, there is no need to shop for matching accessories. A tight back and seat keep the lines elegantly simple and cushions provide a firm, comfortable seat for the modern home. Recipient of the prestigious Pinnacle Award, the Tres is a winner in any setting. 34″ x 97″

Currey & Company creates chandeliers, lamps, wall sconces, accent furniture and garden accessories. Their original designs incorporate an understanding of historic design with an abundance of imagination. A Currey & Company product speaks of the touch of human hands as well as of the design skills and craftsmanship that have created it.  Currey and Company is carried by well known Furniture Boutique Retailers, visit one of our friends new online store that will have a nice selection of Currey, www.MigandTig.com

A Little Bit of History: In the 1980’s Robert Currey sold his chain of contemporary furniture stores and began working on concepts and products for the garden as well as for the home. Inspired by his own garden-oriented retail stores and their need for interesting merchandise, he incorporated his already prospering product development and marketing business in 1988.

This company, Garden Source, which focused on historic garden furnishings, became today’s Currey & Company. The product line changed and evolved over the years including classic wrought iron and cast aluminum furniture, whimsical Americana, a plethora of birdhouses, rustic willow and hickory furniture, amusing gardening accessories, and, increasingly, lighting products.

Lamps and chandeliers were first created from wrought iron; gradually the line was expanded to include other materials, but the products always incorporated an understanding of historic design and a lot of imagination. By the mid-1990’s lighting had become a most important part of the business although garden accessories and occasional furniture remain in the collection. As you can see Currey and Co. offer smart looking classically designed pieces that reflect a strong sense of style and luxury.

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Talk about a super stylish baby nursery, right? What infant wouldn’t love this four poster canopy crib from Delta Childrens Products. Built with thought for mothers to take their little ones out of the crib with little effort. Toddler bed conversion rail kit, full size headboard and footboard included. Optional full size bed rail kit available which includes canopy rail kit. Well hidden 2-compartment drawer underneath crib and the mattress can be adjusted to 4 heights!

Bring the best of both worlds into your home with this unique table from Asian Art Imports. The glass top screams modern decor and the base has eco-chic written all over it. Paired with great seating, possibly a bench, and your dinner parties will get alot more exciting. Made from teakwood the base is 23″ square and stands 29″ tall.

Apple Table in Acacia gets it’s name from the general shape of the piece. This is a great three legged table that has a great naturalistic look that can be incorporated into many different settings.

Free Edge Table is the deffinition of nature taking it’s course when talking about furniture. The tables imperfections are what makes it beautiful and the free form edge makes a nice contrast to any traditional or modern chair.

The Hudson Lounge from Thayer Coggin is a beautifully constructed piece that comes in a multitude of fabrics and finishes. The Hudson offers a simple design style in a casual atmosphere. Perfect for those with families and pets, this piece is durable and long lasting. Micro suede makes stains and spills an easy breezy clean up and the pillow and seat cover can both be machine washed which has no worry home care written all over it. Great in family and media rooms this is the best seat in the house! 76W x 38D x 29H

Need to spruce up your dining room and are stuck on where you are supposed to go to find the best furnishings? Look no further than Dovetail for great designs in all styles. Read today’s blog to see what Dovetail has to offer!

Dovetail is one of the largest importers and wholesale distributors of handcrafted furniture on the West coast. Their clients have come to appreciate the effort they put into developing collections that are always innovative but accessible. In addition to their product collections, their huge warehouses located near the ports of Los Angeles, display an eclectic assortment of unique, hand selected, one of a kind items. Furniture Retailers and Interior Designers are welcome to visit their beautifully appointed showroom at 14000 South Figueroa Street in Los Angeles, Ca 90061

Founded in 1992 by Charlie Shaw and Ted Einstein, Dovetail has developed an expertise in sourcing an eclectic range of handmade furniture, accessories and textiles from around the world. They distribute throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico from their 100,000 sq. foot facility, which also includes their showroom. The best part of Dovetail are their key staff member who all have furniture retail experience and a strong understanding of the products design, quality and price.

Dining rooms are a place where memories are made. Whether you are sitting down to a meal with your family or playing a rather intense game of hold-em with the guys, your dining room is the place you go to first. Your dining room should say something about you and your personal taste. Larger tables mean more people can play the game while smaller tables suggest that the home has a small but growing family residing with in it. When you choose your dining table you have to think about these things. Are you going to be entertaining? Should you maybe consider a table that has leafs for a more transitional piece? It all depends on what you will be using the table for.

Other important dining room furniture includes chairs, of course, side boards of buffets for storage, Display cabinets for the wedding china or crystal stemware and don’t forget to accessorize. When choosing seating for the dining room make sure you consider all options. Benches have become more and more popular over the years but prove to be a problem when guest need to leave the table and must interrupt fellow bench warmers. Traditional seating can either be solid wood chairs with seat cushions or upholstered seats. When purchasing upholstered chairs make sure you learn about the construction first, there is nothing worse than sitting down to eat and sinking an extra two or three inches.

When looking for a side board or buffet you have to take size and scale into consideration first. Then think about the style you are looking for. Are you more of a traditionalist or is sleek and modern in your future? Whatever you decide Dovetail will have what you are looking for.

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CR Currin is the brainchild of owners Rebecca and Crawford Currin.  The Currins who own JALCO Manufacturing, the parent company of CR Currin, started in the industry by finishing high end furniture for other well known companies over 20 years ago.  During that time they became known for their quality bench made construction, sophisticated hand rubbed finishes, unique metallic leaf treatments, and use of various glass treatments.  They worked closely with many designers in developing product for customers and most of their clients, sold primarily to the trade. Many long hours of research, development and trial/error evolved into the look that is now CR Currin.

They gained alot from their behind the scenes work. They gained an innate intuition and ability to interpret a designer’s vision and bring it to reality, along with the ability to respond to deadlines and react quickly to their customers’ needs. In 2006, the Currins made the decision to introduce their own products to the trade. The CR Currin product line was debuted in early 2007.  Their intent is to utilize the many years of experience to take clean classic designs to the next level.

CR Currin has no production lines in their facility.  They operate in a factory environment with a studio mentality.  Each piece of furniture is bench made and created to be fine “Jewelry for the Home”.  Bench made means that each piece is assembled from beginning to end at the bench of a skilled craftsman. With nearly endless combinations of finishes and techniques, finely crafted furniture pieces become works of art. CR Currin products are produced exclusively in the USA.  They use sustainable raw materials, and employ rigorous recycling efforts to reduce their impact on Planet Earth.

Add a little glitz and glamour to your home! From the top clockwise: Buffet  80”W 20”D 34”H, Plasma TV Cabinet 56″W X 84″H X 19″D and Lamp Table 24.5″ Dia. 28″ H

Check out the video below for another great Bench Made Furniture Manufacturer

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This week in the seating and eating challenge students began to research their pieces by looking at how the average American sits and enjoys their space. Students at Harrington College of Design were asked to take the following quiz to better understand the way people live and interact with their furniture. Please take a minuet yourself to take the quiz and help us figure out the best way to attack this challenge.

As you may know the winner of our seating category will have there piece produced by a manufacturer and this week we are proud to announce that the manufacturer is ……. TLS by Design!!! TLS by Design or Total Life Style by Design is a great company who offers unique views on whats going on in the furniture world. The Company has a fun and funky asthetic that allows for great design, Since 2004 TLS by Design has been a family owned and run business delivering original fashion-forward quality solid wood casegoods and USA made upholstery. We will be hearing more from TLS by design as the weeks continue.

We here at YourFurnitureLink are looking forward to seing the students progress. so please make sure you start sending sketches and inspirational imagery to YFL.Design.Contest@gmail.com in order to show your work on the website. Good Luck to all who are involved!

Urban Woods is the leading designer of sustainable furniture from reclaimed wood, eco-friendly materials and environmentally conscious manufacturing processes. The distinct beauty of reclaimed wood, finished with rich water based, non-toxic stains, is preserved in handmade furniture and made in Los Angeles, California.

The Palisades Collection, seen above, was designed to accentuate the natural beauty of the vintage wood used to craft each element. The solid legs of the dining table are creatively exposed at the table top, showing the incredibly tight, clear grain of the wood. The naturally aged patina in the thick planks of the table top and bench are lightly sanded, preserving their history. The Palisades floor mirror opens up any room like a grand portal and makes a great front hall mirror.

Much of the reclaimed wood was originally harvested and milled 50 to 100 years ago, giving the wood unparalleled stability and resistance to future distortion. At Urban Woods they strive to make beautiful, eco-friendly furniture in the most sustainable way. They never use tropical hardwoods which harm the rain forest to harvest, MDF or toxic glues.

The Melrose Living Room Collection seen above offers a credenza that is fully equipped for all your media needs. It is pre-wired for cable and power, with three push sensitive drawers for organizing media and two cabinets for all electronic components. Wide and comfortable club chairs with organic cotton upholstery surround the coffee table, which has a low profile drawer for housing remote controls. The Melrose book case is open on all sides to exhibit personal mementos and maintain an airy living space.

Urban Woods exclusive use of vintage reclaimed wood has many advantages; the grain of the timber with its tight growth rings shows the superior density of the wood from ancient trees, and the natural, aged patina and color of the old-growth timber is preserved in the manufacturing process, giving the furniture a look and feel that can not be replicated in new wood.

Looking for sleek silhouettes and organic elegance in the bedroom? The Sunset bed and bench (above) are stately and inviting with solid wood frames and deeply tufted, organic cotton. The Sunset dresser and end table are striking complements to the room and offer ample storage space and full-extension drawers. The clean designs of the Sunset Collection fit seamlessly into the traditional, contemporary or modern room.

Learn more about Eco Friendly Interiors by watching this video below.

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EV Smart 6 Office Chair from The Contract Chair Company. A London staple for great office furniture and other contract This ergonomically correct office chair has a polished metal base with casters, upholstered seat and back and is available without arms. The seat and arm heights are adjustable and there is a matching side chair. The piece is priced just right and offers the customer a quality product for a good value. Perfect for the home office or even the dorm room.

Add a bit of zen to your enviroment with unique Water Features from Adagio. Follow the link below to read more!

A must for any environment with aspirations toward tranquility, water features from Adagio do the trick! Made from natural slates and rain forest marbles and trimmed in premium metals these water features offer the gentle sound of a running river. They also house a halogen light in the upper and lower registers which give off a warm glow. These are unique pieces that vary in size and shape. No two are exactly alike because they are derived from nature.

A nice idea for any business interior; you can have your Logo added to the water features. This will add an additional sense of “signage with style.” Adagio Water Features has assisted numerous customers add their logo to the water features they are purchasing for their dental or medical offices, accounting or law firms, restaurants and real estate offices, and even family crests, images, and names for use in home environments.

All of the water features represented by Adagio Water Features can have logos added to the feature itself. This however costs an extra fee but the company is having a sale right now so make sure to check out the site for more details.

These represent only some of the styles available. For more info please check out Adagio and check out the video below for a walking tour through the Adagio Rain Forest.

for more great Idea’s on achieving a Zen like Interior check out this post from Apartment Therapy

The Shanghai Bookcase from Red Egg. This unique and original three shelf bookcase offers a great option for the Zen inspired home. It’s height and depth are perfect for any space. The two drawer and two door design is great for hiding all of those odds and ends you don’t want the company to see. Perfect for any home office or living space. Buy a pair and start a library in that spare room you’ve been wondering what to do with. 40w 79h 14d

Looking for great storage pieces and getting lost in the mess of internet choices? Look to Palu for help!

Follow the link below to READ MORE BLOGS! And discover the furniture you’ve been looking for, from Palu.

When it comes to looking for the perfect piece of furniture in which to display your family heirlooms, curiosities and the like Palu is a great company to look into. Palu, Ltd. manufactures a wide range of affordably priced home furnishings. Each item they make strikes a balance between quality materials, fine craftsmanship, and singular design. From a broad range of chairs to cabinets, dining tables, mirrors, and more, our line offers versatile furniture that is at once elegant, appropriate and approachable.

There are certain types of furniture styles we have a tendency to gravitate towards and with Palu you will find the style you’re looking for. The innovative and sophisticated look Palu offers, can be seen in every furniture option they provide.  New additions to the line, have struck just the right chord with the industry a deserve a look. Whether you prefer simplicity or crave the excitement of the dramatic, their ever-evolving style offerings will help you complete your space.

The dresser shown above offers a functional yet sophisticated style. A modern casual piece that has a streamlined look and a classic color palette reminicent of 1940’s aeronautical interiors. Palu’s storage options are a true combination of substance and style, designed to coordinate with the way you live.

To find more information please visit Palu at YourFurnitureLink.com

Need help with your home organization? Watch this clip below and get your ideas cooking.

Looking for a more open storage idea for your home? Check out these ideas from Apartment Therapy

When it comes to setting up your outdoor patio for the summer, remember that a great way to transform your space into a getaway is by adding luxuries that remind you of that trip to Mexico. Adding a bar to your deck is a fun way to lighten the mood and bring you and your guests to the tropics. B&I Direct Imports offers the very best in furniture and accessories for your home. From antiqued hardware to the great bamboo and wicker tiki bars you see here.

By adding a tiki bar to your patio you are definitely choosing a specific style for which you want your space to reflect. Make sure that when purchasing a tiki bar your other furnishings reflect the style of the bar. Nice modern teak furnishings with crisp white seat cushions may not be the direction you want to go when incorpotrating a tiki bar. Try adding painted wood furniture, bamboo seating and color color color! You’ve purchased a tiki bar for a reason so go crazy and get inspired.

Now if you have the room for the tiki gazebo shown above go for it. This particular piece creates a focal point in your back yard and it draws people into it for a more intimate conversation. This also makes a nice hideaway during family BBQ’s so when your guests start driving you nuts you can sneak away for a breather. This piece is also a great option for those with children. The gazebo instantly becomes a fort or castle without the shiny primary colored plastics which have become all to poular these days. A childs imagination will bring the back yard to far away places.

Looking for a bar that is a little bit more reserved or modern? This piece made of bamboo and featuring a fossil stone top would make a great addition to any back yard, porch, patio or deck. Very sleek and stylish it houses drawers and door storage as well as a bamboo cutting board. Dimensions for the piece are 74 x 25 x 44

You can find a lot from B&I but what we love here at YFL is outdoor bars. Keep them stocked and ready cause you never know who might come over!

Get Inspired by this outdoor 3D animation and incorporate B&I direct into your Home

Looking for a more modern approach to Patio Furniture Check out the Great Furniture found on Trendir

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Morning has broken.  Black and White look amazing with Mother Nature. Get inspired!

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Morning light and color are the way of Interior Design Inspiration!

Searching for unique?  Upholstered Chairs and stools covered in one of a kind floor coverings give an unusual flavor for home furnishings!

Comfortable and practical are the best words to describe furniture from Patrick Charles Limited. Each piece is one of a kind so you put your own thumbprint on it.

Different shapes and sizes for ottomans give this source an endless array of options.

Patrick Charles Limited is a small boutique manufacturer who takes great pride in their craftsmanship and uniqueness in their product.  Every piece is one of a kind as each piece of furniture is upholstered from a unique rug.  Additionally, Patrick Charles will accommodate custom sizing.  You won’t be dissapointed in finding the unusual if you take the time to investigate the wonderful array of products Patrick Charles carries.

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Mother Nature gives us plenty of food for the soul! What an amazing vista this morning and the wonderful colors to take in!

A traditional side cabinet to house your wine glasses and extra platters can be the perfect storage place while giving your dining room the final touch it needs. Check out more Patagonia for some fantastic home accent options!

If you are into vintage and retro, look no further. Good design and function leave you wanting more to accent your dining room with this Patagonia piece!

Asian style always gives you the opportunity to go modern or traditional.  Great storage space and fabulous style are the winning combination if you want the touch of Zen for your dining room.