Bookworm Diaries

Inspired by ancient oriental principles of balance and harmony, the Devisor Shelving by Christopeher Jenner is democratic in form and defined by the use of seemingly opposing materials, through which interconnected vertical and horizontal geometry create a dynamic display system.

Penta-base Bookrest with cast-bronze base by Joseph Magliaro for TOC Studio.

Curva sofa by Defne Koz for Derin In addition to its sinuous, uninterrupted shape, the tactility of Curva’s upholstery fabric is the most important feature for the Turkish designer: “It’s not just about the texture of the top surface but also the plushness of the first layer down.”

This pair of end tables is a particular favorite from a new collection by French furniture company Refuge: sandy-stained natural oak shaped into drums, with layers subtracted from the middle.