Apr 2, 2010

Splurge vs Steal

Designer classics all share a similar theme: each piece is functional, yet bedevils the eye with dramatic contours and use of luxurious or unique material.

One can live the high life and indulge in an iconic piece of furniture or two, or alternatively purchase a similar look without breaking the wallet.

Here are some beautiful designs to choose from.

Lounge-ing in style
Le Corbusier Chaise Lounge RM10,200	Lasair Chaise Lounge @ Timeless Design RM1,599
Back to basics
The Nelson Platform RM2,375	PS BRUSE coffee table @ IKEA RM699
Egg-static
Fritz Hansen Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen @ CHAPLINS RM19,312	The Egg Chair @ Bauhaus Rendezvous RM3,590
An enlightening experience
Flos Arco Lamp @ SPACE RM5,880	Maya Floor Lamp @ Timeless Design RM1,299
Metal rocks
Artemide Mercury Suspension Light @ Utility Retail RM7,373	Mercury Light @ Bauhaus Rendezvous RM3,990

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Company/Seller Information Bauhaus Rendezvous (603) 6277 4482 No. 10, Persiaran Dagang, Bandar Sri Damansara, Kepong, 52200 Kuala Lumpur

CHAPLINS

http://www.chaplinsstore.co.uk

IKEA Malaysia

(603) 7726 7777

No.2, Jalan PJU 7/2, Mutlara Damansara, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan

SPACE Furniture

+603-2287 8777

65 Jalan Maarof Bangsar Baru 59100 KL

Timeless Design

(603) 6257 8383

67, Jalan Metro Perdana Barat 2, Taman Usahawan, Kepong, 51200 Kuala Lumpur

Utility Retail

http://www.utilitydesign.co.uk