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7 great armchairs for every aesthetic and budget

Post author By Olivia Shead
Post date September 7, 2015
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There’s really nothing quite like snuggling up in an armchair with a good book, a cup of tea and a luxurious throw. And these seven armchairs would be at the top of our list to do just that!

Built to last, this Single Armchair in grey and white has a solid timber frame, steel sprung suspension system, high density foam seating and a fibre filled back cushion. Featuring clean and simple lines, it is available from Harpers Project for $799.

Both industrial and glam, this modern Metal Frame Chair from West Elm comes in the most gorgeous dusky blush hue. With a blackened brass frame contrasted against luxurious, tailored cushions, it retails for $899.

For $299, the POÄNG Rocking-chair from IKEA is resilient, comfortable and easy to clean (the cover is removable and machine-washable). Available in a large variety of colours and patterns, you can also add the POÄNG Footstool for extra comfort. Perfect as an affordable baby nursing chair too.

Make a statement with the Andes Occasional Chair. This limited-edition piece features incredible fabric upholstery reminiscent of a stunning watercolour, which has been exclusively designed for Freedom. In storesthis month, it retails for $599.

The Georg Anthracite High Back Armchair from Zanui boasts a wide seatback with curved frame and tidy button-detailing. Retailing for $549, it offers a classic style with a contemporary spirit.

The Tamarama Armchair ($1,495) from Urban Couture is the epitome of luxury. With a frame handcrafted from solid elm hardwood and removable cushions made from washed natural Italian linen, it is available in both ash grey and white.

This classic chair from Barnaby Lane is the perfect Scandi companion. With its light teak frame and thickly woven leather seat and back, the $699 Tanner Armchair can be custom-made in a variety of teak shades and leather colours.

We hope you liked this list. Let us know what you’d add!

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Discovering discount designer Eames and Starck on Gumtree

Post author By Jen Bishop
Post date August 7, 2015
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Brought to you by Gumtree

Who doesn’t love a bargain?! I’ll level with you, I’m not the upcycling type. I don’t do craft, I’ve (enthusiastically I hasten to add) tried a few spray painting furniture projects and it has not gone well at all. I have nothing against an excellent pre-loved find though, and who knew Gumtree was home to designer chairs and more? Well, you do now!

I bought a gorgeous secondhand Coco Republic find (in fantastic condition) and sold my old Ikea armchair (don’t get me wrong, I love Ikea, but it’s less and less of a feature in my home the older I get). Winning at savings of hundreds of dollars! While I was there and doing some digging, I was pleasantly surprised by how much cool stuff people list on there.

coco oslo chair — Bought a secondhand Coco Republic chair

I’ve always been a fan of waiting to buy great quality brands on sale rather than cheaper impulse buys. And you can’t beat the thrill of the good deal, right? I feel the same if I find a great used goods bargain online. My vintage marble-topped coffee table which cost me a mere $65 is still one of my favourite and most commented on pieces of furniture. A modern version (which wouldn’t have half the character or quality) could easily cost 10 times as much.

Yes, you can list unwanted items on Gumtree at bargain basement prices to get rid of them quick sharp, but you can also sell decent stuff you just don’t love anymore and put the cash towards things you really want. Which is pretty much like free money, right? You have to look really hard but when you strike gold, you get that rush of excitement at being the bargain queen!

I discovered people sometimes list an entire apartment’s worth of furniture on Gumtree for a quick sale. Think interstate career relocation. And you know what? People with money are in a better position to give stuff away (or at a great price anyway), so look out for quality goods at amazing prices if you’re prepared to take several items off their hands.

Check out these three cool items I found on Gumtree…

A legit Eames leather ottoman for $1,200 (worth more than $2,000)…

This unique designer cashmere armchair for $300…

A genuine Philippe Starck Mademoiselle chair for half its original $2,000 RRP…

So my message is sell your unwanted furniture, and buy the furniture you always wanted on Gumtree, win at savings and don’t tell everyone or they’ll get all the good stuff…

Tags armchair, chair, coco republic, designer furniture, eames, gumtree, ikea, philippe starck, secondhand, shopping, upcycling, winning

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Transform your living room into a home cinema with King Living

Post author By Olivia Shead
Post date June 12, 2015
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Delivering the ultimate sofa experience, the King Cloud II will make everyday TV watching feel like a Gold Class movie, thanks to its clever technology and customisable features.

With an easily reclined design (it can even remember your favourite positions!), the seating, from King Living, can be configured as individual armchairs or as a modular sofa.

A media centre can be fitted in between seats to create a luxurious cinema experience, whilst providing a compartment to discreetly house a subwoofer. Brackets are also available to position speakers around the sofa, creating a true surround sound experience.

For extra ambience and practicality, elegant LED lamps can be added at different points around the sofa via King Living’s unique SmartPockets. These pockets can also store remote controls and magazines, as well as conceal cables to recharge mobile phones and tablets. Swivel tables for resting devices and drinks whilst lounging in comfort can also be integrated.

Select from a wide choice of premium fabrics and luxurious leathers to make the King Cloud II a natural fit for any interior design scheme or lifestyle.

Shop online.

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Interiors Addict

Breathe new life into a unique and affordable one-off at A Pair of Chairs

Post author By Jen Bishop
Post date December 15, 2012
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I recently had the pleasure on a rare trip to Redfern (to Seasonal Concepts, if you’re asking) of stumbling across a shop called A Pair of Chairs. I love chairs, especially old chairs from a time when all furniture, expensive or budget, was made to last.

This lady, Kim Stewart, loves chairs even more than I do. It was her obvious passion for and knowledge of chairs, and her excitement at stripping back and revamping old chairs, reupholstering and covering them in fabrics and colours of her customer’s choice, that kept me inside so long. Soaking up other people’s passion for their job is one of my favourite things about meeting people through this blog.