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1980s Vladimir Kagan Directional Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chair, Ultrasuede (2x)
1980s Vladimir Kagan Directional Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chair, Ultrasuede (2x)

1980s Vladimir Kagan Directional Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chair, Ultrasuede (2x)

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a ‘Nautilus’ Swivel Chair, designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional Furniture in ca. 1980.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Signed Paul Evans for Directional 'Cityscape' PE 200 Sideboard, Circa 1975.
Signed Paul Evans for Directional 'Cityscape' PE 200 Sideboard, Circa 1975.

Signed Paul Evans for Directional 'Cityscape' PE 200 Sideboard, Circa 1975.

By Paul Evans

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking sideboard from the 'Cityscape' (PE 200) line, designed by Paul Evans for Directional, circa 1975.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Marvelous Milo Baughman for Directional Multi Wood Dining Table Mid-Century
Marvelous Milo Baughman for Directional Multi Wood Dining Table Mid-Century

Marvelous Milo Baughman for Directional Multi Wood Dining Table Mid-Century

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Marvelous Milo Baughman for Directional Multi Wood Dining Table. A mid century modern dining table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional with two 20" leaves.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Rosewood, Walnut

Milo Baughman Campaign Chest Espresso Brown w/ Nickel Trim Mid Century Modern
Milo Baughman Campaign Chest Espresso Brown w/ Nickel Trim Mid Century Modern

Milo Baughman Campaign Chest Espresso Brown w/ Nickel Trim Mid Century Modern

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant Campaign Chest or Dresser, designed by Milo Baughman for Directional, American, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Ebonized Caned-Back Lounge Chair in Walnut, Kipp Stewart, Directional, USA, 1950
Ebonized Caned-Back Lounge Chair in Walnut, Kipp Stewart, Directional, USA, 1950

Ebonized Caned-Back Lounge Chair in Walnut, Kipp Stewart, Directional, USA, 1950

By Kipp Stewart

Located in Deland, FL

This striking Mid-Century Modern lounge chair, designed by Kipp Stewart for Directional in the 1950s, blends bold craftsmanship with timeless style.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Paul Evans 'Cityscape' Patchwork Burl and Chrome Executive Desk, 1970s, Signed
Paul Evans 'Cityscape' Patchwork Burl and Chrome Executive Desk, 1970s, Signed

Paul Evans 'Cityscape' Patchwork Burl and Chrome Executive Desk, 1970s, Signed

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking and highly collectible patchwork burl executive desk designed by Paul Evans for Directional, circa 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Paul Evans Open Back Cityscape Console Bar Cabinet In Burlwood And Chrome
Paul Evans Open Back Cityscape Console Bar Cabinet In Burlwood And Chrome

Paul Evans Open Back Cityscape Console Bar Cabinet In Burlwood And Chrome

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Southampton, NJ

A stunning and exceptionally rare console bar cabinet in Olive Burlwood and patchwork chromed steel designed by Paul Evans for Directional. This console features an open back with ad...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Taupe Linen Modern Sofas from a Steve Chase Residence Illuminated Base
Pair of Taupe Linen Modern Sofas from a Steve Chase Residence Illuminated Base

Pair of Taupe Linen Modern Sofas from a Steve Chase Residence Illuminated Base

By Directional, Steve Chase

Located in Palm Springs, CA

The left and right pair of sofas were designed and made by Directional in the 1980s. . They look very much in the style of Kagan or Springer.

Category

Vintage 1980s North American Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

Paul Evans for Directional 'PE 68' Wall Unit in Bronzed Resin and Glass
Paul Evans for Directional 'PE 68' Wall Unit in Bronzed Resin and Glass

Paul Evans for Directional 'PE 68' Wall Unit in Bronzed Resin and Glass

By Paul Evans

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Paul Evans, Paul Evans Studio for Directional, wall shelves, model 'PE 68', epoxy bronzed resin over wood, glass, United States, 1970s Grand wall unit by Paul Evans, designed for Di...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass, Resin, Wood

Vladimir Kagan "Classic Club Chair" Channel Back Swivel Chairs, 1990s
Vladimir Kagan "Classic Club Chair" Channel Back Swivel Chairs, 1990s

Vladimir Kagan "Classic Club Chair" Channel Back Swivel Chairs, 1990s

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Dallas, TX

Matching pair of stylish and very comfortable lounge chairs by Vladimir Kagan design for Directional Inc., 1990s. Each professionally custom upholstered swivel chair, barrel back sty...

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair Paul Evans Cityscape Night Stands, Burl and Brass with Drawers,  Signed
Pair Paul Evans Cityscape Night Stands, Burl and Brass with Drawers,  Signed

Pair Paul Evans Cityscape Night Stands, Burl and Brass with Drawers, Signed

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare and fine pair of burl and brass Cityscape night stands / nightstands designed by Paul Evans for Directional, 1970s. Both have two drawers that function perfectly.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Clam Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé 1980s
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Clam Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé 1980s

Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Clam Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé 1980s

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Saint Louis, MO

All enveloping luxurious comfort best describes this sexy Post Modern Chaise Lounge designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional newly professionally upholstered in highly durable supe...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Scallop Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Scallop Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé

Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Scallop Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

All enveloping luxurious comfort best describes this sexy Post Modern Chaise Lounge designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional newly professionally upholstered in highly durable supe...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Lodes BLOW Table Lamp by Pio & Tito Toso
Lodes BLOW Table Lamp by Pio & Tito Toso

Lodes BLOW Table Lamp by Pio & Tito Toso

By Lodes, Pio & Tito Toso

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Like a transparent, floating bubble, Blow is the result of just that, blowing, becoming an elegant table lamp with directional light. Designed by Pio e Tito Toso, it’s made from blow...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Stunning Architectural Aluminium Dining Table by Paul Mayen for Habitat
Stunning Architectural Aluminium Dining Table by Paul Mayen for Habitat

Stunning Architectural Aluminium Dining Table by Paul Mayen for Habitat

By Paul Mayen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Sculptural geometric dining table in the manner of Paul Evans Cityscape collection for Directional Furniture. Designed by Paul Mayen for Habitat, circa 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Modern Paul McCobb 4 drawer Server Brass base for Calvin Group
Mid Century Modern Paul McCobb 4 drawer Server Brass base for Calvin Group

Mid Century Modern Paul McCobb 4 drawer Server Brass base for Calvin Group

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sits on a square brass tube brass base with all feet and original brass knobs. Designed By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture Circa. 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Paul Evans Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Wall-Mounted Dry Bar Cabinet, Model PE-122
Paul Evans Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Wall-Mounted Dry Bar Cabinet, Model PE-122

Paul Evans Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Wall-Mounted Dry Bar Cabinet, Model PE-122

By Paul Evans

Located in Miami, FL

Paul Evans Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Wall-Mounted Bar Cabinet, Model PE-122, Directional, 1969 Exceptional sculpted bronze wall-mounted bar cabinet, model PE-122, designed by Paul E...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Dry Bars

Materials

Resin, Wood

Mid Century Modern Paul McCobb Credenza with Brass base for Calvin Group
Mid Century Modern Paul McCobb Credenza with Brass base for Calvin Group

Mid Century Modern Paul McCobb Credenza with Brass base for Calvin Group

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sits on a square brass tube brass base. Designed By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture Circa. 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Paul Evans Cityscape Chrome And Burlwood Double Wall Hanging Shelf
Paul Evans Cityscape Chrome And Burlwood Double Wall Hanging Shelf

Paul Evans Cityscape Chrome And Burlwood Double Wall Hanging Shelf

Located in Southampton, NJ

2-Tier Burlwood and Chromed plate steel cityscape double wall hanging shelf designed by Paul Evans for Directional circa 1970.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

Paul McCobb, Ebonized Wood, Fabric, Ottoman, USA, 1950s
Paul McCobb, Ebonized Wood, Fabric, Ottoman, USA, 1950s

Paul McCobb, Ebonized Wood, Fabric, Ottoman, USA, 1950s

By Paul McCobb

Located in Stamford, CT

Paul McCobb, American Mid-Century Modern, Ebonized Wood, Fabric, Ottoman or Footstool, USA, 1950s An fabric and painted wood rectangular ottoman or footstool designed by Paul McCobb...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Paul McCobb, Ebonized Wood, Fabric, Lounge Chairs, USA, 1950s
Paul McCobb, Ebonized Wood, Fabric, Lounge Chairs, USA, 1950s

Paul McCobb, Ebonized Wood, Fabric, Lounge Chairs, USA, 1950s

By Paul McCobb

Located in Stamford, CT

Paul McCobb, American Mid-Century Modern, Ebonized Wood, Fabric, Lounge Chairs, USA, 1950s A pair of model 1322 lounge chairs designed by Paul MCobb for Directional Furniture in the...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Fine Blue Ground Antique Laver Kirman Millefleurs Rug
Fine Blue Ground Antique Laver Kirman Millefleurs Rug

Fine Blue Ground Antique Laver Kirman Millefleurs Rug

Located in Milan, IT

A very finely knotted Lavar Kirman workshop rug, characterised by a directional design known as 'millefleurs' on a dark indigo blue background.

Category

Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Kirman Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pair of Paul Evans Signed Cityscape Burl Walnut Brass Cabinets
Pair of Paul Evans Signed Cityscape Burl Walnut Brass Cabinets

Pair of Paul Evans Signed Cityscape Burl Walnut Brass Cabinets

By Paul Evans

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Rare signed pair of floating well mounted mid-century modern cabinets or chests of drawers designed by Paul Evans for Directional. The chests feature a fantastic mosaic tile veneer o...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Mahogany and Brass Chaise Lounge
Paul McCobb Mahogany and Brass Chaise Lounge

Paul McCobb Mahogany and Brass Chaise Lounge

By Paul McCobb

Located in Stamford, CT

A chaise lounge, model 5018 designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, circa 1955.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Mahogany

Paul McCobb Curvaceous Wing Back Settee or Sofa Refinished Reupholstered
Paul McCobb Curvaceous Wing Back Settee or Sofa Refinished Reupholstered

Paul McCobb Curvaceous Wing Back Settee or Sofa Refinished Reupholstered

By Paul McCobb

Located in Atlanta, GA

Curvaceous Wing back settee or sofa, designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, American, circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Brass and Travertine Sofa Table
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Brass and Travertine Sofa Table

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Brass and Travertine Sofa Table

By Paul McCobb

Located in Dallas, TX

Console designed by Paul McCobb for Directional. Constructed of brass with travertine top.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Paul Mayen Habitat International Polished Aluminum & Glass 'Skyscraper' Table
Paul Mayen Habitat International Polished Aluminum & Glass 'Skyscraper' Table

Paul Mayen Habitat International Polished Aluminum & Glass 'Skyscraper' Table

By Paul Mayen, Habitat International

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Sculptural geometric dining table in the manner of Paul Evans Cityscape collection for Directional Furniture. Designed by Paul Mayen for Habitat International, circa 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

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Design By Directional For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic design by directional available at 1stDibs. Each design by directional for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. Your living room may not be complete without a design by directional — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A design by directional is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Directional, Paul Evans and Vladimir Kagan each produced at least one beautiful design by directional that is worth considering.

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