The inspiration board for the collection includes photos of the iconic Kaufmann House, designed in 1946 by Richard Neutra in the architectural style known as Desert Modernism; a young, hip Steve McQueen lounging in the midcentury-modern, Palm Springs home that he shared with actress Ali McGraw; a sweeping, black and white desert landscape from Ansel Adams and the abstract art compositions of Georgia O'Keefe, produced in her New Mexico studio during the aptly-named American Modernism movement.
Domicile Collection with signature pieces in Modern Desert finish decorated with photos of the iconic Kaufmann House designed by Richard Neutra in 1946.
A Crescent Lounge Chair (62001-0615) and a Server (65015-0615) and an iconic image of Steve McQueen and his wife Neile Adams in their home in Palm Springs, 1963.
Georgia O'Keeffe's 1936 painting, Deer's Skull with Pedernal.
The introduction is distinguished by a warm grey finish and bronze accents, creating a sophisticated palette for the assortment of modern classic designs. Together, the designs form a dimensional abstract of earthen tones so often found in the fading light of a late afternoon in the California desert.
Earthen tones of the Modern Desert palette resembling fading lights in the California desert
The Modern Desert addition to the Domicile collection features two dining table, one with a minimalistic design and a frosted black glass inset, and the other with a more traditional design and expandable top which adds flexibility to the room.
The Bevel Dining Table (65025) features a frosted black glass inset.
Expandable Dining Table (65016-0615) can accommodate up to 6 chairs
Occasional tables feature incredible, mandala-like top with amber crotch veneer layup, sitting atop slim bronze metal frames.
A Side Table (63043-0613) and a Cocktail Table (63053-0613) with an incredible tops in Amber Crotch finish
The introduction of the Modern Desert finish is a direct response to our client's requests for clean, modern lines and light finishes, perfect for those who like earthy, neutral tones in their homes.
A Server (65015-0615) in a Modern Desert finish with base and pulls in Bronze Powder Coat finish
These pieces (Shelves 65024-0615 and Stools) can now be seen in our showroom at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour
Variety of stools in a Modern Desert finish and with back-painted black glass tops
The doors of this Cabinet (64002-0615) feature a warm grey lacquer finish
The Modern Desert finish, applied on case goods, upholstered seating and both dining and accent tables, is now on display in our showroom at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour.
12 February 2020