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 “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
Barbara Barry for Baker Modern Fluted Black Lacquered Sideboard Credenza
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
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...
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Barbara Barry for Baker Diamond Gold Leaf Cabinet
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
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...
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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 Mid Century Gold Leaf Cabinet Credenza
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
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 Henredon Vitrine Cabinet with Glass Doors and Shelves
By Henredon, Barbara Barry
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
$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
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 Henredon Modern Walnut and Cream Lacquered Sideboard Credenza
By Henredon, Barbara Barry
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
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Mahogany Armoire
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
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 Mid Century Diamond Gold Leaf Cabinet Credenza
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Mid Century Diamond Gold Leaf Cabinet Credenza This credenza measures: 49 wide x 18.5 deep x 39.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ...
Gold Leaf
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
Soft Corner Beside Chest by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
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
19th Century French Oak Sideboard Buffet
Located in Round Top, TX
French oak sideboard buffet featuring three central drawers flanked by two paneled doors with inviting deep patina. Original French brass hinges and pulls remain; locks may operate ...
Oak
$1,027
H 33.86 in W 35.04 in D 19.3 in
1960s Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Wood Cabinet, Honey & Walnut
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Beautiful mid-century modern cabinet dating from the 1960s, featuring an exceptional dramatic wood grain veneer with rich honey and walnut tones. The striking mirrored grain pattern ...
Wood
Modern Black Cerused Oak Sideboard Buffet
Located in North York, ON
Modern black cerused oak sideboard buffet. Featuring a dark ebonized black ceruse finish with contrasting white grains. Doors open with sleek pus...
Oak
$3,295
H 88.75 in W 46.63 in D 21.25 in
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Secretary Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved walnut, with original brass har...
Brass
$4,356 / set
H 28 in W 32 in D 18 in
Henredon Scene Two Cabinets, Olive Burl Wood, Post-Modern Design, 1986
By Henredon
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair of Scene Two Henredon cabinets in honey colored olive burl wood with one adjustable shelf inside each cabinet. These feature Macassar ebony wood trim around the doors and sculpt...
Olive, Burl
Baker Furniture Regency Burlwood Writing Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Baker Furniture Regency Burlwood Writing Desk This desk measures: 48 wide x 26 deep x 29.5 high, with a chair clearance of 24.5 inches We take our photos in a controlled lighting s...
Burl
Modern Minimal Writing Desk
Located in Nyack, NY
The Modern Minimal Writing Desk's all solid wood construction is evident throughout. Turned legs, radiused edges and soft corners all contribute to the organic nature of this design....
Ash, Walnut
Early 19th Century French Bleached Oak Sideboard Buffet
Located in Round Top, TX
Early 19th century French sideboard crafted in oak and finished with a bleached surface, giving the wood a lighter appearance suited for modern interiors. The cabinet features carved...
Metal
$12,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 33 in W 84.5 in D 20.25 in
Modern Black Lacquered Sideboard Credenza with Faux Parchment Fronts
Located in North York, ON
Modern black Lacquered sideboard credenza with Faux Parchment fronts. Featuring unique shaped design with ample storage options. Completed with a beautiful black lacquered finish and...
Wood
Modern Cerused Oak Sideboard Buffet in Natural Wash Finish
Located in North York, ON
Modern Cerused oak sideboard Buffet in natural wash finish. Featuring natural whitewash ceruse finish with contrasting white grains. Doors open with slee...
Oak
$4,500
H 32.25 in W 40 in D 18 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Chinoiserie Burled Walnut Bar Cabinet, 1960s
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie compact credenza, sideboard buffet, or bar cabinet By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collection" USA,...
Nickel
Mid-19th Century French Bleached Oak Sideboard Buffet
Located in Round Top, TX
Mid-19th-century French bleached oak sideboard with a three-drawer over two-door configuration. The drawers open with large, decorative drop-handle pulls that add strong visual chara...
Oak
Barbara Barry Elegant Chest or Dresser for Henredon
By Barbara Barry, Henredon
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Chest or Dresser, designed by Barbara Barry for Henredon, American, circa 2000s. This piece is a versatile size and can be used as a chest or dre...
Metal
Barbara Barry for McGuire Rattan Lowboy Dresser
By Barbara Barry, McGuire
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for McGuire Rattan Lowboy Dresser This lowboy measures: 80 wide x 22 deep x 34 inches high Excellent Vintage Condition - Very Minor Areas of Finish Wear. Cane is in E...
Rattan
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H 35.5 in W 49.13 in D 18.5 in
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
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H 30.5 in W 66 in D 22 in
Baker, Hollywood Regency, Black Lacquer, Chrome, Writing Desk, USA, 21st C.
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in Stamford, CT
Barbara Barry, Baker, Hollywood Regency, Black Lacquer, Chrome, Writing Desk, USA, 21st C. A fully refinished writing desk designed by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture in the Unite...
Chrome
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H 35.5 in W 49.25 in D 18.5 in
Hollywood Regency Style Barbara Barry Baker Furniture. Gold Leaf Cabinet / Bar
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a show stopper! This is a Hollywood Regency style gold leaf cabinet designed by Barbara Barry for Baker Fueniture. The surface has a raised pyramid design and opens to a Chin...
Gold Leaf
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H 35.75 in W 49 in D 18.5 in
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Diamond Green Lacquered Cabinet, Refinished
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding modern Hollywood Regency style diamond sideboard or bar cabinet By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Green lacquered finish, with diamond faceted f...
Wood, Lacquer
Barbara Barry for Baker Mahogany Fluted Sideboard Credenza
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Barbara Barry for Baker Mahogany Fluted Sideboard Credenza This credenza measures: 84 wide x 22 deep x 34.25 inches high We take our photos in a con...
Mahogany
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 Tuxedo Pair Nightstands For Henredon
By Barbara Barry
Located in Toledo, OH
This pair of elegant night stands feature dovetailed drawer construction, dark mahogany finish, felt lined top drawer and pull out shelf. Designed by American designer Barbara Barry ...
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Barbara Barry Tuxedo Tall Chest For Henredon
By Barbara Barry
Located in Toledo, OH
This tall tuxedo chest features dovetailed drawer construction, dark mahogany finish and felt lined top drawers. Designed by renowned American designer Barbara Barry for Henredon cir...
Wood
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H 31.25 in W 41 in D 22 in
Barbara Barry for Henredon Mahogany Three-Drawer Bachelor Chest or Bedside Chest
By Henredon, Barbara Barry
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Modern Regency style three-drawer large nightstand or bachelor chest By Barbara Barry for Henredon USA, Circa 1990s Mahogany, with antiqued mirror backsplash...
Brass
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H 34.25 in W 84 in D 22 in
Modern Fluted Buffet Sideboard Cabinet by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture, USA
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite Modern Fluted Buffet Sideboard Cabinet by Barbara Barry, crafted exclusively for Baker Furniture in 2010. This impeccable creation showcases the timeless el...
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