Umbo Furniture

UMBO HALLWAY TABLE Made in burned and oiled Iroko and burned steel. “Umbo lililopinda” – Swahili for “curved form” UMBO (Lililopinda) is a collection inspired by a deep appreciatio...

UMBO DINING TABLE Made in burned and oiled Iroko and burned steel. “Umbo lililopinda” – Swahili for “curved form” UMBO (Lililopinda) is a collection inspired by a deep appreciation...

2 orange/ red modular plastic chairs, easily configured, reconfigured or stacked coming from Kay Ruggles Umbo furniture line.  

c. 1970s by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional and featuring a completely modular design. This unit has scuffs, chips, and a crack in one area but still reads wonderfully

by Kay Leroy Ruggles c. 1970s in great vintage condition with minor scuffing, scratches, and other normal wear

A very large set of Umbo shelving units designed by Joe Colombo for Directional in the early 1970s --shown here in one of many possible configurations. (There is also one more of the...

This is part of a set that can be seen here: http://www.1stdibs.com/furniture/storage-case-pieces/shelves/kay-leroy-ruggles-umbo-modular-vertical-shelf/id-f_775122/ USA, 1972

This is part of a set that can be seen here: http://www.1stdibs.com/furniture/storage-case-pieces/shelves/kay-leroy-ruggles-umbo-modular-vertical-shelf/id-f_775122/ 5121/

Brown modular Umbo storage by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional, 1970s. Total of 13 pieces+endcap. Can be set up in a multitude of configurations depending on the space. Physically a...

Joe Colombo designed for Directional "Umbo" shelf - white plastic Wall Unit can be assembled in various shapes to suit your needs.

Kay Leroy Ruggles umbo midcentury white shelving console Shelf measures: 49 wide x 12 deep x 25 high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condition.

Four-tiered plastic bookcase/shelving unit by Kay Leroy Ruggles. Modular unit includes 34 individual pieces which can be arranged in a multitude of ways. Deep chocolate brown color. ...

White, molded ABS plastic, modular "Umbo" shelf unit, bookcase in a console configuration by Kay Leroy Ruggles is made up of individual interlocking units that can be configured in d...

Iconic Umbo modular shelving designed by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional, USA 1970s. Strong molded abs plastic in multiple shapes to facilitate endless modularity. Connected using ...

Very hard to find 10 piece 1970’s UMBO Shelves, Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional. Original white has faded to varying degrees of beige, as typical, and expect moderate to considera...

Fun and functionality coalesce with this customizable, space-age design. Perfectly suitable for your 12" vinyl collection. 1970's white and ivory, molded ABS plastic, modular "U...

Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral part of what we do every day. our goal is to provide beautiful, functional furniture that honors its illustrious past. our ...

Rare 18-piece Umbo corner unit by legendary American designer Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional. 75” from corner to corner. Plenty of pegs included. Can be broken down for shipping.

Killer UMBO bookshelf by Kay Leroy Ruggles made by Directional. Fully modular, and can always be added to and reconfigured with additional pieces. Fading and oxidation consistent w...

Normally attb. to Joe Colombo,, sleek ,elegant white wall unit, room divider. SIX FOOT. will fit seemlessly into any environment .Designed by Kay LeRoy Ruggles, for Directional indus...

Kay Leroy Ruggles umbo side table modular shelf, Directional, ivory cream, 1972.

Number of Pieces: 15 modular elements About the Designer Kay Leroy Ruggles was an American designer active during the 1970s who developed the UMBO modular furniture system as an in...

Modular Umbo storage unit by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional, USA 1970s. Breaks down for shipping. Ample pegs included. Please see my other Umbo listing.

This rare shelving system is the 'UMBO' system designed in the early 1970s by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional, and was first published in New York magazine on September 25, 1972.

Iconic and highly collectible Umbo modular shelving system by Kay Leroy Ruggles, Directional 1971. These systems are highly desired by collectors and design enthusiasts for their...

Set of 2 early 1960s chairs by Kay Leroy Ruggles for the Umbo Furniture line series which was sold by Directional.

1972 Kay Leroy Ruggles patented this easy "Umbo" system to make shelving, coffee tables and many more furniture ideas.

The matching piece can be found here: http://www.1stdibs.com/furniture/storage-case-pieces/shelves/kay-leroy-ruggles-umbo-modular-horizontal-shelve/id-f_775121/ USA, 1972

Large Kay Leroy Ruggles Umbo Shelving Unit Unit can be taken apart for transport.

White, molded ABS plastic, modular "Umbo" shelf unit, bookcase by Kay Leroy Ruggles is made up of individual interlocking units that can be configured in different ways.

1970's vintage Umbo coffee table, designed by Kay Leroy Ruggles, for Directional. This example is free of structural damage, cracks, chips, or repairs - it shows cosmetic wear, scuff...

Super cool MCM orange, plastic, backless modular shelving system / bookcase by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional Furniture, circa 1970s. This Space Age 10 piece system, known as "Umb...

Kay Leroy Ruggles Umbo corner shelving unit, directional, ivory cream, 1972 UMBO was published in New York magazine on September 25, 1972 and became a huge hit for Directional (altho...

A Umbo Space Age modular shelving unit in a molded yellow ABS styled plastic containing 28 pieces making for a large unit .

c. 1970s. USA. Modular shelving unit with gorgeous sun fading.

A hard to find set in the most desirable color. This Umbo set is a modular system designed by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional Furniture.

Vintage Mid-Century Modern brown molded plastic umbo shelving unit bookcase by Kay Leroy Ruggles in the manner of Joe Colombo. This unique bookcase features six open sections, sleek ...

Very nice and pretty yellow space age color shelving unit.

This is a very smart and easy concept of build furniture, in 1972 Kay Leroy Ruggles patents the easy system to make shelvings , coffee tables and many more furniture ideas. This syst...

Orange Umbo modular shelving system designed by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional, 1970’s. in excellent vintage condition.

Umbo modular bookshelf/shelving designed by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional, 1970's. In good vintage condition. No cracks in plastic.

The "Umbo" shelving system was designed by Kay Leroy Ruggles and produced by Directional in 1970. The system is made entirely of ABS plastic and comprised of multiple modular pieces ...

Umbo system bookcase in orange plastic designed by Joe Colombo. Striking design.

Yellow Umbo modular shelving system designed by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional, 1970. In excellent vintage condition.

1970's Umbo modular shelving system in canary yellow designed by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional. In good vintage condition.

Good vintage condition Has some imperfections A couple pieces have a small crack Also not all the dowels are original This unit can be re arranged in many different sizes and...

A set of 4 sculptural concrete bookcase elements by Swiss architect Willy Guhl, produced in Switzerland in the 1960s by Eternit. The cubes can be arranged in various ways and is a wo...

Very cool, versatile wall unit shelving modular set. Includes 9 regular shelves Includes 6 Medium shelves Includes 3 Large shelves 37 shelving brackets of various sizes 4 mounting po...

The Toga chair was a product of 1960s nonconformity and space-age optimism in technological innovation. It was produced in 1968 by Sergio Mazza (b. 1931) as a complete piece of mould...

Mid-Century Modern Danish mahogany self-supporting wood bookcase with a solid black steel frame.

Dutch Mid-Century Pilastro enameled metal wall unit with a desk, a cabinet, and 4 shelves. The desk, cabinet and 2 shelves are enameled in a a khaki color with white and ochre as acc...

Fiberglass Gaia armchair in a creamy high-gloss finish by Italian designer Carlo Bartoli for Arflex. Refinished and in excellent condition.

Modern Casalino Alexander Begge children's stacking chair size "0" 1973 design White color size "0" ABS one-piece molded plastic construction Organic, cantilevered appearance...

A simple, stylish shelving unit perfect for displaying a collection or useful storage. Taking influence from Japan. Black lacquered aluminium frame with gold details and glass shelve...

Pair of rare "Sol au plafond" (floor to ceiling) lamps, made of different section of metal tubes holding an enlightnen plexi globe. Adjustable height both at the top and bottom thank...

Small 'Floatation' Japanese paper suspension lamp for Ingo Maurer. Designed and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lighting icons since 1966. With imaginatio...

We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...

This is a fully restored original version of this 1960's iconic classic astronaut's helmet style space age outdoor swivel chair, As you can imagine, after 60 plus years, the original...

BG SUMMER SALE Custom L shaped headboard cabinet wall with floating nightstands and bookshelves designed by Hans Weiss in 1960 for the master bedroom of an Upper West Side apartment...

A post-modern wall-mounted mirror, Model „Diva" designed in 1984 by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano, Italy. This mirror is a vintage original from the 1980s, made from wood and mi...

Pair of white lacquered cabinets of excellent quality, generously thick carved and shaped wood. Furniture that can be used in bathrooms, offices. The design style is close to Joe Col...

Pop art post modern 3 door beige colored Pill shaped rounded ends credenza sideboard. Very light tan beige color gloss laminate credenza custom made circa 1980 has 3 cabinet doors wi...

Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...

A set of 5 (on a total of 20 identical pieces!!!) modular concrete bookcases, Modernist, Free Form, Brutalist, rectangular loop cases with rounded edges, with a great grey patina wit...

Space Age, Postmodern plastic shelf unit, designed by Olaf Von Bohr for Kartell, made in Italy circa 1970's. This example is in very good, original, clean and ready to use condition,...

Rare Mario Sabot 'POD' Lounge Chair , Modernist / Space Age, Made in Italy: 1968.. Chair in original condition,,Minor fading,, minor fiberglass edge chips,(see photos). Overall scra...