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Design Frères Benches

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Design Frères is an eclectic furniture line designed by Eric Thévenot, owner of Blend Interiors, an exceptional California-based dealer of vintage and contemporary furniture and decor. 

Known for synthesizing divergent styles and peppering worldly spaces he creates with works stemming from varying origins and periods, Thévenot is a consummate decorator, and the chairs, tables, case pieces and other furnishings that comprise his Design Frères collection are sophisticated additions to any interior.

Originally from France, Thévenot opened Blend Interiors in Los Angeles in 2005. While the company offers a range of furniture and decorative objects from all over the world — most of which are sourced from its founder’s purchasing trips in Paris — Blend Interiors also offers art advising services and interior design consulting. And the exclusive furnishings he is creating and manufacturing for the Design Fréres collection are part of this endeavor to provide clients with a provocative fusion of design. 

"I believe in mixing periods: Saarinen chairs in a French chateau, Louis XVI armoires in a futuristic pad," Thévenot has said. “I like pulling things out of different time periods and re-creating them for today’s lifestyle.”

Building on Blend Interior’s success, Design Frères was established in 2010 and is a growing venture. 

Given the broad-ranging tastes and concepts at the core of Blend Interiors, it is appropriate that the Design Frères line is so diverse and interesting — the collection features Art Deco-style end tables topped with travertine and stylish counter stools with handwoven rush seats and slender frames of powder-coated steel. Elsewhere, Thévenot’s white oak shelving systems feature chic space elements and draw on the legendary mid-century modernist storage solutions designed by the likes of Charlotte Perriand and Jean Prouvé, with each piece pairing nicely with the vintage European treasures that Thévenot is prone to acquire on his next trip to Paris.

On 1stDibs, find Design Frères tables, seating and lighting.

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Creator: Design Frères
In-Stock 'Méandre' Bench by Design Frères in Mohair Velvet
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
In-stock Méandre™ bench by DESIGN FRÈRES in mohair velvet. Shown in "shale" mohair. Mohair velvet is extremely durable and resists dirt and crushing. If a piece is going to be heavi...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Design Frères Benches

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'Méandre' Bench by Design Frères in Mohair Velvet or COM
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Méandre™ bench by DESIGN FRÈRES in mohair velvet or COM. Upholstered firm in mohair velvet (specify color) or provide COM (1 yard). Mohair velvet is extremely durable and resist...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Design Frères Benches

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Steel

Pair of Gray Shearling 'Strapontin' Stools by Design Frères
By Gilbert Poillerat, Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic gray shearling 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères. Matte black steel base with grey shearling upholstered seats.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Design Frères Benches

Materials

Steel

Pair of Shearling 'Strapontin' Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères
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Pair of shearling 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères. Chic and understated. Also great as a two-part bench.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Design Frères Benches

Materials

Iron

The 'Strapontin' Gilt Metal and White Hide Stool by Design Frères
By Gilbert Poillerat, Design Frères
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The 'Strapontin' gilt metal and white hide stool by Design Frères.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Design Frères Benches

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Steel

Pair of Gray Shearling 'Strapontin' Stools by Design Frères
By Gilbert Poillerat, Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic gray shearling 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères. Matte black steel base with grey shearling upholstered seats.
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Pair of Large 'Strapontin' Shearling Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sturdy powder coated frames fitted with gorgeous white / cream shearling seats. Upholstered firm for shape and durability. Great in lieu of a bench. Inspired by the timeless ae...
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Materials

Steel

The 'Strapontin' Gilt Metal and White Hide Stool by Design Frères
By Gilbert Poillerat, Design Frères
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Design Frères Benches

Materials

Steel

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Design Frères benches for sale on 1stDibs.

Design Frères benches are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Design Frères benches, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 1 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 5 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original benches by Design Frères were created in the Art Deco style in france during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider benches by Kifu Augousti, and R & Y Augousti. Prices for Design Frères benches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,600 and can go as high as $5,750, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,800.

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