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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Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Mahogany Armoire
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Mahogany Armoire This armoire measures: 42 wide x 24 deep x 78 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much deta...
Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Console Table
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long deco style console table by Baker in rich mahogany with bright gold accenting trim. Almost seven feet long, this works great behind a long sofa. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Mahogany
Pair, Barbara Barry McGuire Mid-Century Modern Caned Lounge Chairs Refinished
By Barbara Barry, McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
A Pair of fully restored large, caned Rattan Lounge Chairs designed by Barbara Barry and made in the USA by the McGuire Furniture Company in Tropical Coastal Design. Features linked ...
Leather, Fabric, Cane, Bamboo, Rattan
Barbara Barry for Baker Mahogany Nesting Tables - Set of 3
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Mahogany Nesting Tables - Set of 3 The top table measures: 14.5 wide x 14.5 deep x 28.75 inches high The middle table measures: 12.25 wide x 14.5 deep x 25.2...
Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker X Back Lounge Chairs Refinished and Reupholstered
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of elegant X back lounge chairs, designed by Barbara Barry for Baker. These chairs are currently being refinished and reupholstered, and can be completed in your choice of color...
Upholstery, Wood
Barbara Barry for Baker McGuire Tobacco Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker McGuire Tobacco Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 24 wide x 23.5 deep x 39.25 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 18.5 inches...
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
$3,895 / set
Barbara Barry for Henredon Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Barbara Barry, Henredon
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Henredon Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 36 wide x 38 deep x 38 high, with a seat height of 20 and arm height/chair clearance of 21 inches We take our p...
Upholstery
Night And Day Spiral by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The 'Night and Day' Spiral Side Table is a definitive masterpiece by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture. Known for her quiet luxury and fluid silhouettes, Barry reimagines the traditi...
Lacquer
Pair Barbara Barry for Boyd Lighting Polished Nickel Pacific Heights Sconces
By Barbara Barry
Located in Troy, MI
Pair of Pacific Heights polished nickel sconces designed by Barbara Barry for Boyd Lighting. Long, tapered faceted finials with round back plates and o...
Nickel
Barbara Barry for Baker Set of 10 Lacquered Black & White Fabric Dining Chairs
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A set of 10 Barbara Barry for Baker lacquered dining chairs. This lovely set of chairs features a simple wooden framed design, finished in a gorgeous black lacquered coating. Each ch...
Fabric, Wood, Lacquer
"Westport" Chandelier in Polished Nickel by Barbara Barry for Visual Comfort
By Barbara Barry, Visual Comfort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful chandelier designed by Barbara Barry and manufactured in 2022 by Visual Comfort. This stunning chandelier features a sleek polished nickel finish that adds a touch of soph...
Nickel
Set of Nesting Tables, by Barbara Barry for Baker
By Barbara Barry
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Designed by Barbara Barry for the Baker Furniture company, This set of 3 nesting tables w/ splayed legs is finished in a rich mahogany, Dimensions of all tables: Large: 29h x 15"w x ...
Wood
Barbara Barry For Baker Furniture Tiered Regency End Table
By Barbara Barry
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A later and very elegant design from Barbara Barry designed in the 1990’s. A square tiered Table in Barbara Barry’s Classic deep finish with fluted Column supports. Dimensions: mea...
Mahogany
Pair of Elegant Barbara Barry Black Laquer Oval End Tables
By Barbara Barry
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Two oval black lacquer side tables with pull out surface by Barbara Barry for Baker. Timeless elegance! HT
Wood
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 armless chair measures: 21.5 wide x 24.5 deep x 37.5 high, with a seat height of 19 inches Each captains chair me...
Upholstery, Rattan
$6,347 / set
Barbara Barry for Henredon Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Henredon, Barbara Barry
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Henredon Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 34 wide x 35 deep x 34 high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height...
Upholstery, Wood
Barbara Barry for Baker Modern Regency Dark Mahogany Three-Tier Side Table
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Modern Regency Dark Mahogany Three-Tier Side Table This side table measures: 30 wide x 28 deep x 24.25 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighti...
Mahogany
$560Sale Price|30% Off
Barbara Barry for McGuire Caned Dining Desk Arm Chair
By Barbara Barry, McGuire
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details Below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Bentwood, Cane
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Sofa Corner Side Table Nightstand - Pair
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Sofa Corner Side Table Nightstand - Pair Each side table measures: 30 wide x 22 deep x 27.75 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighti...
Wood
Barbara Barry 1990’s Tulip Form Center Table For Baker
By Barbara Barry
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A later design by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture. Dark Mahogany with handsome graining in a Tulip form reminiscent of the great Art Deco Era. Refined simplicity of form adds style...
Mahogany
Barbara Barry for McGuire Caned Lounge Chairs - Pair and Ottoman
By Barbara Barry, McGuire
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for McGuire Caned Lounge Chairs - Pair and Ottoman Each chair measures: 31.75 wide x 26 deep x 40.25 high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 17 inches The ottoman ...
Upholstery, Cane
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Diamond Silver Leaf Cabinet or Credenza
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding modern Hollywood Regency style diamond faceted sideboard or bar cabinet By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Silver leaf finish, with diamond facet...
Silver Leaf
Barbara Barry for Baker Nesting Tables
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Nesting Tables The top table measures: 20.5 wide x 17.5 deep x 22.5 inches high The bottom table measures: 16.5 wide x 17...
Wood
$2,880Sale Price|20% Off
Barbara Barry for McGuire Boxback Sofa
By Barbara Barry, McGuire
Located in Dallas, TX
Limited edition McGuire boxback sofa by Barbara Barry. This timeless design is classic in form and scale, with a gunmetal wood frame and a gracefully curved back that ensures comfort...
Upholstery, Wood, Down
Barbara Barry for Baker Mahogany and Leather King Bed Frame
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Mahogany and Leather King Bed Frame This bed frame measures: 80.25 wide x 87 deep x 50.25 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to ...
Leather, Mahogany
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Modern Regency Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of modern Regency style lounge chairs or club chairs By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Dark mahogany frames, with upholstered seats and bac...
Upholstery, Mahogany
$3,964Sale Price / set|40% Off
Pair of Pacific Heights Floor Lamps Boyd Lighting Barbara Barry
By Barbara Barry, Boyd Lighting
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this pair of RRP £8,800 Boyd Lighting Pacific heights floor lamps designed by Barbara Barry An absolutely sublime...
Chrome
2010s Barbara Barry for Baker Slipper / Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
By Barbara Barry
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Slipper Lounge Chair, originally designed by Barbara Barry for Baker in the early 2000s. This particular example was produced in the 2010s. The chair features a refined sil...
Foam, Wood, Fabric
$836Sale Price / set|30% Off
Barbara Barry for Henredon Leather Dining Accent Armchairs Set of 2
By Henredon, Barbara Barry
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on "Read More" or "View More Details" below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing is from 1st Dibs and they normally s...
Leather, Wood
Barbara Barry for Henredon Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Henredon, Barbara Barry
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Henredon Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 34.25 wide x 37 deep x 37.75 high, with a seat height of 20.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 21.5 inch...
Upholstery, Walnut
Custom Lacquer Barbara Barry Side Table
By Barbara Barry
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very fine Table made by Baker Furniture and designed by the iconic American designer Barbara Barry. The single drawer case surmounting scrolled X supports with a stretcher. Meticul...
Wood
Barbara Barry for McGuire Rattan Fretwork Sofa
By McGuire, Barbara Barry
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for McGuire Rattan Fretwork Sofa This sofa measures: 88 wide x 37 deep x 30.5 inches high, with a seat height of 19 inches We take our photos in a controlled lighting...
Upholstery, Rattan
Paul Evans Cityscape Cubist Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern Boucle Fabric 1970s
By Paul Evans, Barbara Barry
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Set of 4 Iconic Paul Evans PE240 Directional Cityscape Cubist Mid-Century Modern dining chairs. Back and seat cushions are soft and comfortable. Features sturdy wooden chair frame wi...
Metal
Barbara Barry for McGuire Rattan Fretwork Lounge Chairs - Pair
By McGuire, Barbara Barry
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for McGuire Rattan Fretwork Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 32.5 wide x 28 deep x 30.25 high, with a seat height of 19.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 30...
Upholstery, Rattan
$1,650Sale Price|40% Off
Caned Lounge Chair by Barbara Barry for McGuire
By Barbara Barry, McGuire
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice caned lounge chair by Barbara Barry for McGuire Furniture of San Francisco, circa 2006. The chair features a field of the caning ...
Rattan
1980’s Iconic Club Chairs by Barbara Barry for Henredon, a Pair
By Barbara Barry, Henredon
Located in North Canton, OH
One of Barbara Barry's most iconic deigns of the time. This brilliantly crafted Club Chairs for Henredon were a monumental hit in the day and still make a significant impact in desig...
Upholstery
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Modern Regency Mahogany Side Chairs, Pair
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of modern Regency or Art Deco style side chairs or dining chairs By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Dark mahogany frames, with upholstered s...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Large Medium Grey Cylinder Ceramic Vase with Graphic Line Pattern
By Barbara Barry
Located in Manassas Park, VA
Barbara Barry for Middle Kingdom cylindrical vase in "ash," measuring 9 1/8” x 8 1/4”.
Porcelain
Small Matte Medium Grey Inverted Conical Ceramic Vase with Graphic Line Pattern
By Barbara Barry
Located in Manassas Park, VA
Barbara Barry for Middle Kingdom cylindrical vase in "ash," measuring 7 1/8” x 5 1/8” (3 1/8” base).
Porcelain
Barbara Barry for McGuire Mahogany & Brass Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By McGuire, Barbara Barry
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for McGuire Mahogany and Brass Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 48 wide x 47.75 deep x 29 inches high, with a chair clearance of 26.5 inches, ...
Brass
Tall Thin Light Grey Conical Ceramic Vase with Graphic Line Pattern
By Barbara Barry
Located in Manassas Park, VA
Barbara Barry for Middle Kingdom tall thin conical vase in "ice," measuring 13 1/8” x 7 1/8” (4 1/8” mouth).
Porcelain
Tall Thin Medium Grey Conical Ceramic Vase with Graphic Line Pattern
By Barbara Barry
Located in Manassas Park, VA
Barbara Barry for Middle Kingdom tall thin conical vase in "ash," measuring 13 1/8” x 7 1/8” (4 1/8” mouth).
Porcelain
Tall Medium Grey Conical Ceramic Vase with Graphic Line Pattern
By Barbara Barry
Located in Manassas Park, VA
Barbara Barry for Middle Kingdom tall wide conical vase in "ash," measuring 11 1/8” x 8 1/2” (6 1/8” mouth).
Porcelain
Tall Light Grey Conical Ceramic Vase with Graphic Line Pattern
By Barbara Barry
Located in Manassas Park, VA
Barbara Barry for Middle Kingdom tall wide conical vase in "ice," measuring 11 1/8” x 8 1/2” (6 1/8” mouth).
Porcelain
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Mahogany Armoire
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Mahogany Armoire This armoire measures: 42 wide x 24 deep x 78 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much deta...
Mahogany
$6,347 / set
Barbara Barry for Baker Kukio Arm Chair - Pair
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Kukio Arm Chair - Pair Each chair measures: 23.5 wide x 25.5 deep x 34 high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height/chair clearance of 27 inches We take ou...
Upholstery, Wood
Modern Delicate Balance Table Lamp by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A quintessential example of Barbara Barry’s signature "Casual Elegance," the Modern Delicate Balance Table Lamp was designed for her prestigious Real To Reel collection for Baker Fur...
Bronze
McGuire Caned Arm Chair by Barbara Barry, Rattan & Leather, USA
By Barbara Barry, McGuire
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crafted from rattan, the chair is accented by meticulously hand-laced joint bindings at each joint—a patented McGuire hallmark that ensures both structural integrity and a rich, tact...
Leather, Rattan
$1,520Sale Price|20% Off
2 Tier Side Table by Barbara Barry for HBF Studio
By HBF, Barbara Barry
Located in Pasadena, TX
Trestle Round 2 Tier Side Table by Barbara Barry for HBF Studio Rich walnut 2 tier side table with composite top and tapered legs.
Ebony
Soft Corner Beside Chest by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Reflecting Barbara Barry's signature style of "subtle luxury," this chest features a clean, architectural form characterized by soft, radiused corners. It is designed to radiate sere...
Wood
Large Light Grey Cylinder Ceramic Vase with Graphic Line Pattern
By Barbara Barry
Located in Manassas Park, VA
Barbara Barry for Middle Kingdom cylindrical vase in "ice," measuring 9 1/8” x 8 1/4”.
Porcelain
Small Matte Light Grey Inverted Conical Ceramic Vase with Graphic Line Pattern
By Barbara Barry
Located in Manassas Park, VA
Barbara Barry for Middle Kingdom cylindrical vase in "ice," measuring 7 1/8” x 5 1/8” (3 1/8” base).
Porcelain
Small Matte Light Grey Conical Ceramic Vase with Graphic Line Pattern
By Barbara Barry
Located in Manassas Park, VA
Barbara Barry for Middle Kingdom cylindrical vase in "ice," measuring 5” x 5 7/8” (4 3/4” mouth).
Porcelain
Small Matte Medium Grey Conical Ceramic Vase with Graphic Line Pattern
By Barbara Barry
Located in Manassas Park, VA
Barbara Barry for Middle Kingdom cylindrical vase in "ash," measuring 5” x 5 7/8” (4 3/4” mouth).
Porcelain
Mid-Century Modern Style Barbara Barry for HBF Slice Round Side Tables - a Pair
By Barbara Barry, HBF
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Fabulous contemporary Slice round side tables/Lamp tables designed by Barbara Barry for HBF. These gorgeous tables combine the luxury you desire with the functionality you need. Can ...
Wood, Ash