Armani turns back to 1930s for home collection

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http://in.reuters.com/article/lifestyleMolt/idINL1690165820080416

MILAN (Reuters Life!) - Giorgio Armani turned to the 1930s for his latest furniture collection, where tables, sofas and beds stood in settings reminiscent of movie sets during Hollywood's Golden Age.

Richly finished with a pleated effect, the "Armani Casa" line stayed true to the Italian designer's minimalist style, with a typically linear approach and classic colors.

The 73-year-old Armani, known for his understated designs, said he found inspiration in the work of Eileen Gray, whose rounded Bibendum chair was one of the 20th century's most recognizable designs.

 

[Forgotten Man]

Any where we can see some pictures of this collection?

 

[jake_fink]

Possibly a little disappointing if you're expecting something really 30s and not just superfically "designer" 30s.

 

[Paisley]

Yes...it looks pretty modern-square-bland to me.

 

[Miss_Bella_Hell]

I tend to like more mid-century modern stuff myself (it's what got me into vintage in the first place), so I think the stuff is pretty, but a bit too trendy-hotel-lobby looking for me.

But I am definitely gonna run out and get "G. A." end tables asap! lol

 

[gluegungeisha]

The "Antoinette" vanity is amazing!

 

[Miss_Bella_Hell]

Actually, looking at the catalog, theres'a lot to love. Look at those "table accessories"!

 

[Teekay44]

I still like Ethan Allen's Modern Glamor collection.
http://www.ethanallen.com/ea/com.ethanallen.ecom.FrameDirectorServlet?top=1&body=1

Looks alittle more 30-40's to me anyways

 

[Tux Toledo]

I really like Ralph Lauren's Cape Lodge collection. However, I think his Modern Duke collection was my favorite. Some of the Armani pieces are nice. I like the wall treatments.

 

[Tomasso]

I like this stuff.

 

[Tux Toledo]

I like this stuff.

There are some very nice pieces there. Thanks for the link.

 

[Caroline]

A resounding "meh" from me. Very hotel and sterile looking. Somehow I like the william-sonama home collection lamps much more than the Armani ones (although I can't afford either of them lol ).