Barbara Barry intends for her furniture designs to connect people to the splendor of the natural world around them. Her lounge chairs, tables and other pieces reflect the influence of the Hollywood Regency style as well as Barry’s admiration for organic materials and the subdued color palettes of the great outdoors. Simple and calming, her furniture is quietly elegant and has garnered Barry renown worldwide as a leader in interior design.
A native of California, Barry was surrounded by artists from the moment she was born and credits her mother with instilling a strong sense of confidence in her. Barry’s mother, a painter, encouraged her to nurture her creative impulses. The designer initially pursued a degree in art — she is an active painter today — but quickly eschewed the norms of formal education, leaving school to travel through Europe.
While traveling, Barry fell in love with the wines and cheeses of the cities she visited, inspiring her to open her own cheese shop in Mendocino upon her return to California. Her predilection for interior design quickly began to show itself as she went about setting up and running her store, and Barry began drawing designs for her own furniture. She moved to Los Angeles and established her own design firm in 1985.
Working with small local businesses to get her pieces made, she became more passionate about expressing herself through her furniture and quickly amassed a following for her work. Today, for its thoughtful merge of clean lines, 1940s Hollywood glamour and the soft palettes of the sea, sky and foliage of her state, her understated furniture is an international success.
Barry is expressly opposed to the use of patterns, opting instead for solid neutrals that pair well with warm brass or vintage bronze lighting fixtures and allow for the colors in a painting on the living room wall to pop. She is focused on bringing harmony and order into a space, and her minimalist designs — acid-washed mahogany side tables, armchairs with dark stained rattan backrests — are sought after by A-list celebrities, politicians and leading manufacturers alike. Barry has created exclusive furniture collections and home decor for legendary brands including Baker Furniture, McGuire Furniture Company and others.
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Designer Barbara Barry Sleek Contemporary Sofa for Baker Furniture
By Barbara Barry
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Timeless and sophisticated sofa by Barbara Barry having a sleek silhouette, one seat cushion and 3 back cushions. HT
Upholstery
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Modern Regency Upholstered Camelback Sofa
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous and very comfortable modern Regency style camelback upholstered sofa or loveseat By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa Late 20th Century Measures: 65.5"W x 34...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Modern Art Deco Mahogany Pedestal Dining Table
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous modern Art Deco style dark mahogany round pedestal center table or dining table By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Measures: 68"W x 68"D x 30.25"H. ...
Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker “Barbara Barry Collection” Writing Desk
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant postmodern writing desk designed by Baker Furniture designer Barbara Barry for the celebrated Barbara Barry Collection by Baker. This refined desk features Barry’s signature ...
Metal
Baker Furniture Barbara Barry Collection Mahogany Accent / End Table with Shelf
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant and quietly sophisticated, this finely crafted accent table from the acclaimed Barbara Barry Collection for Baker Furniture embodies the designer’s signature balance of restr...
Mahogany
Thomas O’Brien “Canto Grande” 4-Arm Chandelier for Visual Comfort, Contemporary
By Barbara Barry, Visual Comfort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental in scale and refined in execution, the “Canto Grande” Four-Arm Chandelier designed by Thomas O’Brien for Visual Comfort & Co. is a masterclass in tailored architectura...
Brass
Set of Six Barbara Barry for Baker Oval X-Back Dining Chairs
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A refined iconic set of six oval X-Back dining side chairs designed by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture. The chairs feature darkly stained hardwood frames with a contrasting and su...
Fabric, Beech
Elegant Set of 8 Oval X Barbara Barry Dining Chairs for Baker
By Barbara Barry
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A set of 8 Barbara Barry classic "Oval X" dining chairs. Each frame is made of beech hardwood and stained mahogany with oval backs and roomy seats. The chairs are incredibly comfo...
Upholstery, Beech, Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Mahogany Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in South Bend, IN
A stylish pair of Modern mahogany oversized two-tier bedside tables or nightstands By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Each measures: 36"W x 24"D x 27.25"H. Pro...
Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Modern Fluted Black Lacquered Sideboard Credenza
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Barbara Barry for Baker fluted sideboard credenza. This lovely modern cabinet features a wonderful fluted exterior design. The fluted design combine...
Wood
$16,000 / set
Set Ten Barbara Barry McGuire Caned Dining Armchairs
By Barbara Barry, McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing grand set of ten caned rattan dining armchairs designed by Barbara Barry for Baker/McGuire. The set consists of eight side caned armchairs model #MCM 261 and two tall host ca...
Leather, Cane, Rattan
Barbara Barry For Baker Fluted Edge Side Table with Drawer
By Barbara Barry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Beautiful Fluted Side table by Iconic Hollywood Designer Barbara Barry. The table is made of Mahogany and has a drawer in the front center. A complement to many rooms. A wonde...
Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Modern Art Deco Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous modern Art Deco or Regency style dark mahogany round pedestal center table or dining table By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Measures: 60"W x 60"D x...
Mahogany
Barbara Barry Modern Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of six modern Regency or Art Deco style dining chairs By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Dark mahogany frames, with upholstered seats and bac...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of four modern Regency or Art Deco style dining chairs By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Dark mahogany frames, with upholstered seats and ba...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Barbara Barry for McGuire Caned Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
By McGuire, Barbara Barry
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish and rare pair of large lounge chairs or club chairs with matching ottoman designed in the California coastal organic modern style by Barbara Barry for McGuire. The chairs fea...
Leather, Fabric, Cane, Rattan
Pair of "X" Armchairs by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture, USA 21st Century
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your living space with this exquisite pair of "X" Armchairs by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture. Crafted in the USA in the 21st Century, these chairs exude elegance and soph...
Fabric, Wood
Barbara Barry for Baker Art Deco Slipper Chair
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in New York, NY
Classic Art Deco, Hollywood Regency style slipper chair, designed by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture, circa 1980/90's. This voguish chair is in excellent, original, clean and ready...
Upholstery, Wood
Barbara Barry for McGuire Rattan or Wicker Arm Desk, Dining or Occasional Chair
By McGuire, Barbara Barry
Located in St. Louis, MO
Barbara Barry designed for McGuire Furniture of San Francisco. Dark stained Rattan dining chair, can be used as a desk chair or Occasional chair. All original, light touch up. Label.
Rattan
$3,250 / set
Pair of Barbara Barry for Baker Lounge Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of sculptural X back lounge chairs, designed by Barbara Barry for Baker, American, circa 2000s.
Upholstery, Wood
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Modern Dark Mahogany Nightstands, Refinished
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A stylish pair of Modern dark mahogany oversized two-tier bedside tables or nightstands By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Each measures: 36"W x 24"D x 27.25"H....
Mahogany
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of Barbara Barry for Baker Upholstered and Black Lacquer Arm Chairs
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of impressive Art Deco influenced arm chairs by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Company. Upholstered in a silk blend cross hatch seat, arm and back. Exposed wood is a very dar...
Upholstery, Mahogany, Lacquer
$7,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of Six Barbara Barry for McGuire Rattan and Cane Dining Chairs
By Barbara Barry, McGuire, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of six dining armchairs designed by Barbara Barry for Baker/McGuire. Their regency influenced rattan frames are woven with a fine double mesh caning and feature arched vents in t...
Cane, Rattan, Upholstery
Barbara Barry for Baker Art Deco Extension Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Barbara Barry
Located in Chicago, IL
A lovely Barbara Barry for Baker extension dining table. This is one of her most popular designs - timeless. Super solid but in need of refinishing. The table top is scratched, th...
Mahogany
Set of 8 "Oval X" Dining Chairs by Barbara Barry for Baker
By Barbara Barry
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
An excellent example of Barbara Barry's classic "Oval X" dining chairs. Each frame is made of Beech Hardwood and mahogany stained. The chairs are incredibly comfortable and in wonder...
Wood
Barbara Barry for Baker Mid Century Gold Leaf Cabinet Credenza
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Mid Century Gold Leaf Cabinet Credenza This cabinet measures: 49.25 wide x 18.75 deep x 35.5 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio...
Gold Leaf
Barbara Barry for Baker Mahogany Commode Nightstand End Tables - Pair
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Mahogany Commode Nightstand End Tables - Pair Each nightstand end table measures: 33 wide x 23 deep x 27 inches high We take our photos in a controlled ligh...
Mahogany
Barbara Baker for Baker Art Deco Walnut Fluted Center Table
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A beautifully crafted Art Deco style center table designed by Barbara Barry and made by Baker Furniture in the US. The table features a two-tiered design in a deep ebonized lacquer o...
Walnut
Barbara Barry for Henredon Vitrine Cabinet with Glass Doors and Shelves
By Barbara Barry, Henredon
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Barbara Barry for Henredon wooden bow front vitrine cabinet from the late 20th century with oval motifs, glass doors and glass shelves. Designed by Barbara Barry for Henredon during the later years of the 20th century, this wooden cabinet features a thin curving cornice sitting above two bow-front glass doors, adorned with thin oval motifs and fitted with a single brass pull. These doors open to reveal four glass in wooden frames inner shelves offering convenient display opportunities. The ensemble is raised on four short tapered feet. The décor on the side shows great restraint as it is left bare and the back is simply planked. With its clean lines and modern design, this Barbary Barry for Henredon vintage vitrine...
Glass, Wood
Set of Six Barbara Barry for Baker Spindle Back Dining Chairs
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rio Vista, CA
An elegant set of six dining chairs designed by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture, comprised of two armchairs and four side chairs. Each chair features a tall, architecturally propor...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Henredon Modern Walnut and Cream Lacquered Sideboard Credenza
By Barbara Barry, Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Barbara Barry for Henredon Philippines, Early 21st Century Walnut, with cream lacquered case, and original brass hardware....
Brass
$4,500 / set
Barbara Barry for Hbf Club Chairs
By Barbara Barry
Located in New York, NY
Amazing pair of Barbara Barry designed for HBF, in good gently use condition with minor wear and patina.
Fabric, Wood
$2,625Sale Price|25% Off
Modern Barbara Barry for Baker / McGuire Rattan, Oak & Raffia Sideboard Buffet
By McGuire, Barbara Barry
Located in Chino Hills, CA
A refined and architecturally elegant sideboard / buffet designed by Barbara Barry for Baker / McGuire, exemplifying the designer’s signature organic modern aesthetic. This substanti...
Raffia, Rattan, Oak
Set of Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Mahogany Nesting Tables Circa 1980s
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of three nesting tables in mahogany with elegantly curved legs, designed by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture, circa 1980s. Largest table measures 24" high, 20.5" wide, 11.75" d...
Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Modern Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of eight modern Regency or Art Deco style dining chairs By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Dark mahogany frames, with upholstered seats and b...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Vanity Stool, Leather, Sculpted Wood Base
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in Delray Beach, FL
An elegant Barbara Barry for Baker vanity or low stool, showcasing the designer’s signature restraint, balance, and refined proportion. The softly sculpted dark wood base is defined ...
Leather, Wood
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Mid Century Mahogany King Bed
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Mid Century Mahogany King Bed This bed frame measures: 81.25 wide x 99 deep x 48.25 inches high We take our photo...
Mahogany
Set of 3 Mahogany Nesting Tables by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Toledo, OH
Set of 3 mahogany nesting tables by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture. Largest table is 14 1/2" x 14 1/2" and 29" tall. Smallest is 22 1/2" tall. Excellent condition with some minor...
Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Henredon Modern Walnut and Cream Lacquered Console Cabinet
By Barbara Barry, Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Modern console table, buffet server, or media cabinet By Barbara Barry for Henredon Philippines, Early 21st Century Walnut, with cream lacquered case, and original bras...
Brass
Barbara Barry McGuire Rattan Oak Raffia Sideboard Buffet
By McGuire, Barbara Barry
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional sideboard server or buffet designed by Barbara Barry for Baker/McGuire. The sideboard features a large oak case with rattan borders and splayed legs. The case has a woven...
Brass
Barbara Barry for Baker McGuire Tobacco Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Barbara Barry, McGuire
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker McGuire Tobacco Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 24 wide x 23.75 deep x 39 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 19.5 inches ...
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Sofa
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Sofa This sofa measures: 79 wide x 34 deep x 34.75 inches high, with a seat height of 18.5 and arm height of 25 inches We take our photos in a con...
Upholstery, Wood
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Modern Regency Mahogany Armchairs, Pair
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of modern Regency or Art Deco style armchairs or dining captain chairs By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Dark mahogany frames, with upholst...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Mahogany Commode Nightstand End Table - Pair
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Mahogany Commode Nightstand End Tables - Pair Each nightstand measures: 32 wide x 22 deep x 27 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studi...
Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Modern Regency Lounge Chair
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional modern Regency or Art Deco style lounge chair By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Dark mahogany frame, with leather upholstery. Measures: 26.5"W ...
Leather, Mahogany
$2,800 / set
Barbara Barry for Baker Lounge Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of elegant lounge chairs, designed by Barbara Barry for Baker, American, circa 21st century.
Upholstery, Wood
Barbara Barry “Go Lightly” 8-Light Gold Leaf Chandelier for Visual Comfort
By Visual Comfort, Barbara Barry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A refined and sculptural 8-light chandelier designed by Barbara Barry for Visual Comfort, part of the celebrated Go Lightly Signature Collection. This architectural chandelier exemp...
Metal, Brass, Gold Leaf
Barbara Barry for Baker Diamond Gold Leaf Cabinet
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful gold leaf 'Diamond' chest, from the Barbara Barry collection for Baker, fitted with two projected pyramidal carved doors, the interior in Chinese red with two adjustable sh...
Wood
Barbara Barry for Baker Mid Century King Sleigh Bed
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Mid Century King Sleigh Bed This bed measures: 81 wide x 99 deep x 48 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail ...
Wood
Barbara Barry Elegant Lotus Floor Lamp for Visual Comfort
By Barbara Barry, Visual Comfort
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant "Lotus" Model Floor Lamp, designed by Barbara Barry for Visual Comfort, American, circa 2000s. Wonderful patinated gilt or gold finish. Does not include the lamp shade.
Composition, Metal
Barbara Barry for Baker Mahogany Fluted Edge Side End Table - Pair
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Mahogany Fluted Edge Side End Table - Pair Each side table measures: 37.75 wide x 37.75 deep x 30.5 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting ...
Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Console, Entry, or Vanity Table with Drawer
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Fabulously chic table designed by Barbara Barry for Baker.
Wood
Set of Six Barbara Barry Baker Mahogany Dining Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic set of six mahogany framed dining chairs designed by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture. The chairs feature a whimsical cut velvet upholstery with a festive jewel toned ruby...
Fabric, Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Regency Style Mahogany Nightstand
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent regency style mahogany veneered nightstand designed by Barbara Barry Collection for Baker. The table case is fronted by a single drawer and supported by an x-form trestle sty...
Wood, Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture French Regency Dark Mahogany Side Table
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Regency or Louis XV style console, sofa table, or side table By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa Late 20th Century Measures: 38"W x 22"D x 26"H. Ve...
Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Dark Mahogany Two-Tier Center Table
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An elegant modern mahogany two-tier game table or center table By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Dark mahogany, with scalloped edge and single drawer. ...
Mahogany
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Cantilever Dining Lounge Chairs Barbara Barry Boucle
By Thayer Coggin, Barbara Barry, Milo Baughman
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Set of four signed Milo Baughman sculptural cantilever dining arm chairs newly professionally re-upholstered with very soft and textural high end luxury curly boucle fabric by Barbar...
Metal
Set of Four Barbara Barry Rattan Script Dining Chairs
By McGuire, Barbara Barry
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical set of four script dining chairs designed by Barbara Barry for Baker/McGuire. The set consists of two side chairs model # MCA2046 and two host armchairs model # MCA2045 wit...
Leather, Fabric, Rattan
Barbara Barry for Baker Script Rattan Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Script Rattan Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 24.25 wide x 21.5 deep x 38 inches high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height/chair clearance ...
Upholstery, Rattan
Barbara Barry for Henredon French Regency Louis XVI Bergere Chairs, Pair
By Henredon, Barbara Barry
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Regency Louis XVI style upholstered club chairs or bergere chairs By Barbara Barry for Henredon USA, Circa 1990s...
Upholstery, Walnut