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We believe that quality lasts, as such we spend our time sourcing and breathing new life into classic 20th century furniture.

this week's collection

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about us

We offer a collection of handpicked European furniture, ceramics and art from the 20th century.

Our site is updated regularly; if there is something you are particularly looking for, please contact us and we will endeavour to find it for you.

We ship worldwide using an expert international shipping service. Contact us for a quote.

our store

In November 2023 we opened our first store and studio in St Albans city centre.  Here we have curated a selection of our favourite pieces from the full collection on this website. 

Our in-house upholstery studio will showcase the traditional skills used to sensitively restore our latest pieces.

bespoke upholstery

We undertake bespoke upholstery commissions for private clients, interior designers and businesses. Specialising in the upholstery and restoration of midcentury furniture, from dining chairs and lounge chairs to sofas and office seating, we apply the same care, skill and attention to detail that we do to every piece in our own collection.

If you have a project in mind, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch via the Contact Us section of the website.

new this week

1970s Italian Smoked Glass & Chrome Dining Set by La Metal Arredo Paderno D. Milano, Set of Four Chairs

This set sits in that interesting space where late 1970s Italian furniture began moving away from warm timber and towards more architectural materials - smoked glass, polished chrome and industrial production methods.

Available to view in-store now

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journal

  • A Fold of Chairs | At Home With Scott Batty

    A Fold of Chairs | At Home With Scott Batty

    Scott, An Architect from st Albans, first came to us as a customer, but over time conversations about furniture gradually became conversations about architecture, sustainability and the way we choose...

    A Fold of Chairs | At Home With Scott Batty

    Scott, An Architect from st Albans, first came to us as a customer, but over time conversations about furniture gradually became conversations about architecture, sustainability and the way we choose...

  • Harry Bertoia & Gunnar Aagaard Andersen in collaboration at A fold of chairs

    Harry Bertoia & Gunnar Aagaard Andersen in coll...

    The latest chair to be added to our collection is Harry Bertoia’s iconic Bird Chair for Knoll, designed in 1952, upholstered in an extraordinary graphic textile by Gunnar Aagaard Andersen....

    Harry Bertoia & Gunnar Aagaard Andersen in coll...

    The latest chair to be added to our collection is Harry Bertoia’s iconic Bird Chair for Knoll, designed in 1952, upholstered in an extraordinary graphic textile by Gunnar Aagaard Andersen....

  • Martin Stoll for Giroflex - A Swiss Response to an Icon

    Martin Stoll for Giroflex - A Swiss Response to...

    This chair has made quite an impression and started lots of conversations with customers during its week on the workbench. Many people have understandably assumed it's an Eames chair,  it...

    Martin Stoll for Giroflex - A Swiss Response to...

    This chair has made quite an impression and started lots of conversations with customers during its week on the workbench. Many people have understandably assumed it's an Eames chair,  it...

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a fold of chairs

reviews

The chair is awesome!! - Kuniyoshi K, Tokyo

Love the chair and so pleased to have it delivered so promptly - Stephen G, London

Lovely and even better than described - C Lowe, York

The chair is lovely, thankyou - Helen E, Edinburgh

Great vase! A real pleasure to deal with you. Thanks -  Jax B, Manchester

We got a lovely arm chair! Absolutely in love with it! - R Al-Hadid, Herts

This is a fabulous shop with some beautiful pieces. The owner is both knowledgeable and approachable, and any rework seems to be done to a very high standard. Based on our experience of buying a chair: the level of service and the opportunity for personalisation were highly appreciated. Well worth a visit - whether to browse or as part of a search for something special. - D Fitzpatrick, Herts

This beautiful shop is truly an education. Situated centrally in St Albans in a beautiful little shop. A great selection of mid century furniture, restored and renewed to a high standard. I was particularly impressed by the quality of the woodwork. The owner is clearly enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Make sure you go upstairs and see the work in progress. The music was pretty good too! - Anthony H, Shropshire