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7 Twelve Chairs is a new home furnishings shop/design studio in Boston’s Fort Point neighborhood. Owners Roisin Giese and Miggy Mason believe that “beautiful design and respect for the planet don’t have to be mutually exclusive,” as evidenced by these stylish yet sustainable wood mirrors, whose handsome frames are made from old factory parts. BOSTON, (617) 701-3496, WWW.TWELVECHAIRSBOSTON.COM
8 Originally designed by Jared Wheeler for John Lyle (formerly Lyle & Umbach), this sleek desk, available from Furn & Co., is outfitted with a frosted glass work surface—just right for a modern home office. Hidden casters allow for easy movement; slide two desks together to form a round conference table that seats twelve. BOSTON, (617) 342-1500, WWW.FURNCO.US
9 One of the newest designs from Thos. Moser, the Meridian dining table was inspired by the Shaker ideal that beautiful objects should be rooted in social conscience. The company unveiled Meridian in response to customer requests for a round, solid-top table that’s scaled for smaller spaces. Available in ash or cherry.
11 The new VanDyke buffet at Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams is a “retrospective nod to the midcentury design movement.” Its compact size makes it an attractive addition to a dining room, but it’s equally at home in an entryway. It has an L-shaped brass base and legs, plus two adjustable interior shelves. BOSTON AND NATICK,
FREEPORT, MAINE, (207) 865-4519, WWW
MASS., (617) 266-0075 AND (508) 650-1400,
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10 Allergic to animals? Then you need this Pett, new from Diesel’s Successful Living collection with Foscarini and available at Circa50. Exactly what kind of creature this unconventional lamp is we’re not sure, but its clean, angular lines and the relief vanes on the diffuser hint at a reptilian personality. MANCHESTER CENTER, VT., (877) 247-2250, WWW.CIRCA50.COM
12 The rumors are true: our friends at Marble and Granite have just opened the Auténtico mosaic tile showroom, featuring an amazing selection of avant-garde stone tile and dimensional mosaics that can turn any room into a work of art. The showroom itself is a real showstopper and definitely worth a visit. WALTHAM, MASS., (781) 894-1081, WWW.AUTENTICO.COM January/February 2011 New England Home 139