From London to Osaka — A History of World Expos That Designed Our Future

From London to Osaka — A History of World Expos That Designed Our Future

For quite some time now, humanity has been trying to collectively define its vision of the world and the future through international exhibitions. These fairs span across various fields — technology, design, ethnology, art, and ecology. Most of us probably know that the Eiffel Tower was built for one of the World Fairs in Paris,…

Is this an authentic Cadovius? How to recognize original wall units designed by Poul Cadovius and what made them so special?

Is this an authentic Cadovius? How to recognize original wall units designed by Poul Cadovius and what made them so special?

Cadovius shelving units have always been popular. In recent years, however, there has been an enormous surge in interest and many inquiries about them. Frequently asked questions include: I’d like to concisely explain how to easily identify Cadovius furniture through several details and provide some history about this ingenious Danish designer. Poul Cadovius designed his…

Moving in Mid-Century Modern Style: A Guide for Design Lovers

Moving in Mid-Century Modern Style: A Guide for Design Lovers

Every house or apartment relocation, which can be an ordeal for individuals and businesses alike, makes me think about the essence of our business, namely the furniture itself. Especially about their dimensions and weight, and how these have changed over the centuries. Here, it is impossible not to praise the mid-century modern style for its…

Vintage furniture, how to buy so you don’t lose?

Vintage furniture, how to buy so you don’t lose?

The rule of limited resources All beautiful objects, limited in quantity, gain value over time. This statement can be assumed with a steadily increasing GDP, relative world peace, and a rapidly growing and wealthy Earth population. Real estate in the centers of major cities, where land is increasingly scarce, is becoming more expensive; classic cars,…

chaise cesca

Cesca chair – is it still an original or already a replica?

The first few decades of a piece of furniture’s existence are a test of longevity. If the object passes this test, we know it will survive for decades as long as we take good care of it. So, how do we recognize valuable Thonet Cesca chair originals? How can we distinguish Gavina productions from fakes,…

Marcel Breuer’s Cesca chair – a brief history

Marcel Breuer’s Cesca chair – a brief history

We’ve had a lot of inquiries about these chairs lately. Every time I hear question whether they are original or not, so I decided to dispel all the unclarity and doubts regarding them.  With this article, I am launching a blog, which will be based mainly on my practical knowledge with more than 20 years…