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Design: Top 25 / Global

Room service

Looking for some domestic bliss? Here’s a selection of the finest new furniture, lighting and homeware.

Edited by: Nic Monisse

Writers: Lucrezia Motta,; Millie McArthur,; Sonia Zhuravlyova,; Nic Monisse,; Gabrielle Graingé,; Claudia Jacob,; Rory Jones

Photography: Benjamin Swanson

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Oru Chair
Andreu World
Spain

Fully circular and sustainable in its production methods, Andreu World uses responsibly harvested timber to craft bold designs such as the Oru Chair. The firm’s expert craftsmanship is evident in the elegant curves of this solid ash frame, which wraps around a seat that can be upholstered in an array of colours.
andreuworld.com

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Helium lamp
De Padova
Italy

Designed by Elisa Ossino for De Padova, this lamp’s sculptural form makes it a statement piece for any living space. It can be composed of one, two or three glass comp…

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