Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Mid-century modern kitchen tables

My sister found the most amazing mid-century modern sideboard at Homegoods last week so she's been looking for a kitchen/dining table to go along with it. Here's a few tables that we found, but so far, nothing has been quite right.

Pier One - $99/base + glass top

CB2 - $199

Natural wood table and two chairs - $179

29" black and chrome table - $115


Table and two chairs - $125 (Craigslist)

Overstock - $150.99

West Elm - $199

Monday, August 2, 2010

Small Space dining - Bar/Bistro Tables

Another option for small space dining that doesn't offer as much flexibility is a bar or bistro tables. The drawback is that the tables are usually sized for only two people to eat at the table.

Ribbon Bar Table in black by Lumisource - $133.00

Bar Table 706 by EHO Studios - $130.73

Jupiter Bistro Table by Zuo - $158

MELLTORP/ HERMAN Table Set - $79.97

Bermuda Triangle Table Overstock - 134.99, Target - $129.99

Small Space Dining - Expandable Tables

I mentioned the small dining area predicament that my sister has in an earlier post. Here are a few possibilities for Expandable tables that may be a solution. Expandable tables are a great idea for people who like to entertain but don't have the space for a large table at all times.

Turin Flip Top Bar Table - $280

Expandaway Combination Dining Table - $399

Fusion Table Set - $299.00

Foldable Serving Buffet Dining Walnut - $249.95

Expandable Console Dining Table by Home Style - $275

Global GF-A3232 Dining Table - $250

Linon Tavern Expandable Counter Height Dinette - $233.50

Saturday, July 31, 2010

Small Space dining - Folding tables

My sister has a small living space in her apartment that has to function as a living room, office and dining room. She only has a small amount of room that can be used a dining area, so I decided to see what I could find that would make best use of the space.

The first option would be folding tables. They allow minimal space taken up when not in use and can even be stored in a closet or different room.

Christobel folding table by Zuo available in
Bar table - $130, Dining table - $150

Bard folding table by Zuo - $90

Norbo Drop leaf table - $29.99

MUDDUS drop leaf table - $59.99

Classic All Wood Folding Table - $129

Chesapeake Folding Dining Table - $139

Linon Space Saver 5 piece set (wenge) - $295.60

Thursday, July 29, 2010

Living room set

A special blogpost for my friend looking to get a new living room set for about $1000. She loved the living room set that I have but importing a living room set from Poland isn't really an option. I went about seeing what I could find with an equally modern look but more easily available and more reasonable price.

Source: Zfurniture
They have locations in DC and Virginia that you can visit to place an order. When I went, the salespeople were pretty useless and didn't know anything about the companies their store carried. Fortunately, the store website is incredibly helpful and has everything you would need to know. I'd recommend checking the website out and making your picks before even coming in the store. Not sure about what kind of shipping charges they have.


Global Furniture 9250 Sofa, Loveseat and chair set: Cappuccinno, Brown, Black
$1,160




Global 399 Sofa, Loveseat and chair set: Black, Brown
$1,250




Global 210 Tan-Brown Sofa, Loveseat, and chair set - $1,200



Source: Overstock
Overstock is only available online but they usually have $2.95 shipping regardless of the product size and usually process orders and ship out items pretty quickly.
Brianna Suede Sofa and Loveseat Set - $959.99


Marley Red Sectional Set - $1,150




Aura Red Brown Sectional Set - $900




Cabo-Mocha Microsuede Sectional Sofa Set - $1,055




Cora Cream Microfiber Sofa with Chair 2 piece Set - $1,270




LC White Leather Sofa Chair Set - $1,150




Rochester Charcoal Sectional Sofa - $1,120




Clayton Customizable Microfiber Combination - $780



Source: Value City Furniture
Value City Furniture has stores all around the area. If they don't have an item in stock, they can usually get it in within a couple days. They often have sales going on at the store so the prices can change from week to week.



Piper Brown 2-PC Sectional & Swivel Chair Package - $1,150



Source: Modern Euro Design
I haven't bought anything from this store but they offer a lot of modern furniture at decent prices. The wharehouse is located in New York, so shipping time shouldn't been too long.



ESF 405 living room set - $900 (available in two colors)


Concento Modern Sleeper Set in black, white or red - $1,250


Fina Modern Sleeper Set in black or white - $1,290


Three-piece Abigail Sofa Set with Color Options - $1,260


Bombai Modern Sofa Set with Ottoman - $1,230