Seating

10 Printed Furniture Pieces That Pop!

Lisanne Silverman on Mar 6, 2008 11:16 AM PST

Looks like the print phenomenon has jumped from couture to furniture! I consider printed furniture the costume jewelry of the interior design world-- when kept to a minimum, the look is striking but not overkill. It goes without saying that these printed pieces are real scene stealers, so let them have the spotlight and let your other accents merely accent. From well-placed patterns to the most wayward and whimsical ones out there, I've found ten of the coolest printed pieces in the Hive from designers including Kartell, Marimekko, and Missoni. Watch the slideshow and tell me which one gets your vote!

Tags : upholstery , sofa , seating , printed

10 Loveable Loveseats for Lovers and Loners Alike!

on Jan 31, 2008 11:46 AM PST

Is there a better way to end a romantic Valentine's Night of champagne and roses than snuggling in a comfy loveseat? (Only one!) Anyway, these aren't your boring 'ole couches and chairs, we've found the most unique and creative loveseats in the hive - so get ready for a stunning slideshow of crazy lips, rainbow accents, and more! And singles, loveseats aren't just for couples - they're also perfect for kicking back with a mag and a martini (without the inevitable pass-out that an overstuffed couch often causes).

Fun Hive Fact: Loveseats were first made to seat one woman and her wide dress. Later, the love seat, or "courting seat" changed into two sections, usually in an s-shape. This way a couple could sit together, but not too closely!

Tags : valentine's day , seating , loveseat , couch

On The 2nd Day Before Xmas I Hope My True Love Gets For Me: ...

Lisanne Silverman on Dec 23, 2007 7:20 AM PST

The holidays always sound like they'll be relaxing, but then reality sets in and we're lucky if we have one moment to ourselves to sit back and escape from the crazy relatives and wine-induced caroling. So when we finally do find the time to sit back, it better be on something that feels just as wonderful as the time is precious. Basically, that old rocking chair isn't going to cut it.

So if you're ready to sink into some soft, squishy goodness, look no further than our slideshow of the most luxurious lounge chairs in the hive! From amorphous beanbags to more structured seating, these chairs will provide much needed refuge from the chaos of the holiday season. As for the unbearable caroling, well, these squishy chairs won't stop it, but squishy earplugs will.

Tags : prezzybox , seating , lovesac , hiveslides