NArchitekTURA chose a monochromatic white interior for its "Apartment of the Future—R&D Laboratory" in Dobrodzień, Poland, taking a cue from the design of contemporary cellphones and other mobile devices.

A view of one of the bedrooms from a courtyard.

Dining Room

William Krisel circa 1970.

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NArchitekTURA designed the apartment so it could also serve as a showroom, hotel room, or art gallery.

A defining feature is the "green wall," a nearly 50-foot expanse of sliding panels that, when closed, presents a panoramic image of a natural landscape.

The apartment is outfitted with state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems that can be controlled with a mobile application.

"Check out The Future Perfect's GALLERY installation at 55 Great Jones Street."

A bedroom by Los Angeles interior designer Oliver M. Furth, who will join us onstage at Dwell on Design to predict future iconic furnishings.

The panels slide from side to side, allowing the user to re-scale and reconfigure the space. Shifting the semi-transluscent panels also results in the creation of a number of "vivid, multi-dimensional collages," Haduch says.

A sculptural bench from the Future Perfect and a circa-1950s vintage blown-glass, brass, and enameled metal Kalmar Tulipan chandelier invite guests through the entry. The space flows into the kitchen, where meals unfold on a built-in banquette upholstered in SH Frank leather by Geremia Design, or CH33T chairs underneath an Atelier Rich Tegelaar Open Meshmatics pendant.

Cutting through the Panama Canal, circa 1916.

1. Navajo Germantown Wool Rug, circa 1920s“We’re particularly enamored with Navajo weaving and textiles. We both grew up around them and they carry a great significance for both of us. This piece is very special. It’s made out of Germantown yarn that was introduced in the late 1800s. It was very expensive and only used by skilled weavers -- the Navajo really liked these bright colors, they couldn’t get them from traditional dyes. It’s interesting because this yarn is not traditional- it was introduced by settlers, but it really helped encourage and build a market for Navajo weavers.”

Dutch designer Piet Hein Eek has curated a selection of art and design at the Future Perfect, including pieces by Bec Brittain and Michael Anastassiades. (55 Great Jones Street)

Rollerhaüs created this image of Chicago for the Living Future Institute. "We tried to imagine what the next architectural or urban language might look like," says Scott. "Part of that approach was to come up with a series of design possibilities for retrofits so that existing buildings could begin to operate in a passive solar capacity."

Lindsey Adelman Studio and Future Perfect, 55 Great Jones, New York, NY November 23, 2009 PHOTO CREDIT: Kate Glicksberg

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Earthenware plate by the Société Céramique Masstricht circa 1925 in the Netherlands.

Stoneware vase by Belgian designer Louis Randour circa 1935.

7. Oaxacan "Alebrijes" Carved Wooden Dog, circa 1950s“There’s a famous guy named Manuel Jimenez, a Oaxacan carver, sort of the grandfather that started the trend for the crazy, brightly colored Oaxacan folk art that is popular today. We both collect his work. He used natural materials for his colors and his carvings have unusual details. He has all these identifiers for his work -- a very specific way of putting nails in to attach the arms, a special way of carving the hooves, and he rarely signs his pieces. We really love the subtle details and whimsical quality. We like things with a history.”

Across from the craft area we built a custom 30" deep desk with stained pecan top, central trash bin pull out, file storage on either side, and concealed wire storage cabinet with an easy access panel. An accent wall of Serena & Lily wallpaper and chandelier by Aerin really bring an elegant touch to this home office.

Part of the SCP Classics collection, this Slatted Barstool—designed by Jasper Morrison in 1986—is made of tubular steel that's CNC-bent to achieve a svelte silhouette. Subtle details, including a gently sloped seat and footrest, add comfort to its distinctive profile.

"The irreverent meets the sublime in this animated short film that follows an all-star automotive cast from around the world," Labrooy says of his newest work, The Future Ain't the Same as it Used to Be. "Elegant British classics mix with inflatable German autos and chopped up American metal."

Campbell’s Little Bird swing flies high alongside modern classics like the Eames shell chairs and Saarinen Tulip table.

Inside at The Future Perfect, an installation celebrated the last 10 years of design by Heath Ceramics. Photo by Jeffery Cross.

BALLOONA SIDE TABLE Originally designed for Umbra, Canadian designer Natalie Kruch's Balloona stool is a slap-happy choice for an affordable side table. For a 3D Jackson Pollock effect, 500 deflated balloons are stretched across the table's square frame.

The Future Perfect gang share a drink as guests admire their handiwork.

Fiberglass Floris Chair by German designer Günter Beltzig circa 1965.

6. Swirled Clay Pot from Mata Ortiz circa 1970s“Mata Ortiz pottery re-emerged in a new generation of artisans in Northern Mexico in the 1970s. Their pottery is an adept example of mixing different colors of clay together to create an intricate marbled effect. It doesn’t have any glazing on it, it’s just sanded down and burnished. We’ve know a few contemporary ceramic artists who have tried to marble clay like that and it’s really difficult to get it to not crack apart, since it’s a whole bunch of different clays mixed together.”

Enclosed in glass and elevated in the tree canopy, the living room is furnished with midcentury modern classics including a Case Kelston sofa from DWR and a Knoll Womb chair and ottoman. The custom red wool rug is from Driscoll Robbins.