OLBY design

England table - image via OLBY design

tis the season for sharing the bounty of spring in the form of delicious, local, market fresh foods with loved ones.  for serving friends, storing dining wares and lounging about after dinner with a glass of port, look no further than Swedish company, OLBY design.   the aesthetic is clean, cared for, organic materials.  textiles, seating, storage, tables – classic Swedish with a modernist twist.

limited edition low storage, Rhapsody - image via OLBY design

Kerstin Olby makes note on her website’s bio, that her goal has been to design and construct pieces that will last lifetimes and become the “antiques of tomorrow” without “being influenced too much by any temporary trend or other cosmetic features.”   an important mission for any designer, but one that has been achieved by Olby and team.  the limited edition low storage piece featured above is made of birch and comes in oak and walnut.  30 pieces have been made.

Wool pillow - image via OLBY design

great care is taken from start to finish – seen in material choice and the restraint of design and craftsmanship.  care and maintenance advice is conveniently posted on the OLBY site for those looking to extend the life of their product into the hands of many generations.

Tanga armchair - image via OLBY design

the Tanga reclining chair signifies the OLBY mission -  no fuss, multiple functions, simple, sound.   for inside and outside.  available w/  hemp strings (shown above) or polyester in black or white.  seat is removable and comes w/ a neck cushion – leather and / or sheep skin.  shop online and view catalog / retailers.

cheers,

mary anne b.

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