Design Frères is an eclectic furniture line designed by Eric Thévenot, owner of Blend Interiors, an exceptional California-based dealer of vintage and contemporary furniture and decor.
Known for synthesizing divergent styles and peppering worldly spaces he creates with works stemming from varying origins and periods, Thévenot is a consummate decorator, and the chairs, tables, case pieces and other furnishings that comprise his Design Frères collection are sophisticated additions to any interior.
Originally from France, Thévenot opened Blend Interiors in Los Angeles in 2005. While the company offers a range of furniture and decorative objects from all over the world — most of which are sourced from its founder’s purchasing trips in Paris — Blend Interiors also offers art advising services and interior design consulting. And the exclusive furnishings he is creating and manufacturing for the Design Fréres collection are part of this endeavor to provide clients with a provocative fusion of design.
"I believe in mixing periods: Saarinen chairs in a French chateau, Louis XVI armoires in a futuristic pad," Thévenot has said. “I like pulling things out of different time periods and re-creating them for today’s lifestyle.”
Building on Blend Interior’s success, Design Frères was established in 2010 and is a growing venture.
Given the broad-ranging tastes and concepts at the core of Blend Interiors, it is appropriate that the Design Frères line is so diverse and interesting — the collection features Art Deco-style end tables topped with travertine and stylish counter stools with handwoven rush seats and slender frames of powder-coated steel. Elsewhere, Thévenot’s white oak shelving systems feature chic space elements and draw on the legendary mid-century modernist storage solutions designed by the likes of Charlotte Perriand and Jean Prouvé, with each piece pairing nicely with the vintage European treasures that Thévenot is prone to acquire on his next trip to Paris.
On 1stDibs, find Design Frères tables, seating and lighting.
Set of 4 'Antibes' Counter Stools by Design Frères, in COL & COM
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Antibes swiveling counter stools by DESIGN FRÈRES, in COL & COM. COL & COM requirements to be confirmed after checkout. Very comfortable and functional seating at the kitche...
Steel
Pair of 'Antibes' Swiveling Bar Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of swiveling bar stools by Design Frères. 30 in. seat height. Suitable for bar, not counter height.
Steel
In-Stock Set of 6 'Antibes' Swiveling Counter Stools by Design Frères, in COM
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 Antibes™ swiveling counter stools by DESIGN FRÈRES®, in COM. Shown here in heavy bouclé COM (fabric reference available upon request) with white oak rods. Matte black frame...
Steel
Pair of 'Difforme' Tiger Glaze Table Lamps with Parchment Shade by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Difforme' tiger glaze ceramic table lamps with parchment shades by Design Frères. Wired with high-end twist cords and 3-way switches (on, half intensity, off). 40w filament bulbs a...
Ceramic, Parchment Paper
'Esquisse' Wrought Iron and Parchment Console by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Understated 'Esquisse' wrought iron and parchment console by Design Frères. Chic parchment top fitted onto a slender matte black wrought iron base.
Wrought Iron
'Méandre' Black Iron and Silver Travertine Side Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant and sculptural, the Méandre side table by Design Frères bring together hand-forged iron and honed silver travertine in a b...
Travertine, Iron
Pair of 'Octogone' Walnut Table Lamps with Parchment Shades by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Octogone' walnut table lamps with parchment shades by DESIGN FRÈRES®. An attractive, understated combination of polished walnut geometric bases and European style parchment...
Walnut, Parchment Paper
'Corniche' Wrought Iron, Brass and Parchment Top Console by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic 'Corniche' blackened wrought iron frame, polished brass sabots and goatskin parchment top console by Design Frères. This versatile Art Deco style console features a meticulousl...
Brass, Steel
Small 'Diagramme' Wrought Iron and Travertine Coffee Table
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic blackened wrought iron and polished raw travertine French 1940s style coffee table. Inspired by the designs of Marc du Plantier and Paul Dupré-Lafon. Great proportions but custo...
Travertine, Iron
Large 'Bilboquet' White Stoneware Lamp by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large 'Bilboquet' White Stoneware Lamp by Design Frères. Made in France by our skilled artisans. Wired with UL listed parts, 3-way switch (on, half on, off), twist cord, and fitted w...
Stoneware, Parchment Paper
Pair of Chic 'Diagramme' Travertine Drinks Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Diagramme' travertine drinks tables by Design Frères. Slender powder-coated frames fitted with unfilled Italian travertine top ...
Travertine, Steel
Pair of Black 'Bilboquet' Stoneware Lamps by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of black 'Bilboquet' stoneware lamps by Design Frères. Dimensions listed (10 in. diameter x 18 in. tall) are the overall dimensions of the lamps plus the shades (as pictured). ...
Stoneware, Parchment Paper
Slender 'Diagramme' Travertine Pedestal or Tall Side Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant wrought iron and travertine 'Diagramme' small pedestal / tall side table by Design Frères. Clean lines and fine materials make for a luxurious pedestal for a sculpture, small...
Travertine, Iron
Pair of Large 'Bilboquet' White Stoneware Lamps by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Large 'Bilboquet' White Stoneware Lamps by Design Frères. Made in France by our skilled artisans. Wired with UL listed parts, 3-way switch (on, half on, off), twist cord, and...
Stoneware, Parchment Paper
'Esquisse' Parchment and Wrought Iron Side Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Esquisse' parchment and blackened wrought iron side tables by DESIGN FRÈRES. The smooth, natural cream parchment top is matched with an elegant contrasting blackened wrought iron b...
Wrought Iron
$7,500 / item
Long 'Méandre' Bench by Design Frères, in COM
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Long 'Méandre' Bench by Design Frères, in COM. COM: 2 yards (instructions will be provided once the order is placed).
Iron
Pair of Grey Fur 'Strapontin' Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of grey fur 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères. Chic and understated.
Steel
Wide 'Strapontin' Stool by Design Frères, in COM
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wide 'Strapontin' Stool by Design Frères, in COM. COM requirements (1 yard) will be reconfirmed after check-out, once your order is placed. Chic and understated.
Steel
The 'Antibes' Counter Stool by Design Frères, in COL & COM
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Antibes™ swiveling counter stool by DESIGN FRÈRES®, in COL & COM. Select required quantity at checkout, or see the separate listings for a pair, a set of 3 or a set of 4. COL & C...
Steel
Extra-Long 'Esquisse' Blackened Iron and Goatskin Console by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra-long 'Esquisse' parchemin console from Design Frères.\ Chic combination of a slender blackened iron base with an inset goatskin (parchemin) cla...
Iron
Pair of 'Esquisse' Wrought Iron and Parchment Consoles by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Esquisse' wrought iron and parchment consoles by Design Frères.
Wrought Iron
$5,000 / item
Chic 'Méandre' Travertine Console by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic 'Méandre' travertine console by Design Frères. Blackened steel base fitted with an Italian travertine top. Inspired by the timeless...
Travertine, Steel
Pair of 2-Tier Entretoise Side Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 2-tier 'Entretoise' side tables by Design Frères. Wrought iron base with 2 thin travertine shelves. Also great as small nightstands. Shelves are removable for secure shipping...
Travertine, Wrought Iron
Pair of Chic Long 'Esquisse' Parchment Console by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Chic long 'Esquisse' parchment consoles from our Exclusive Design Frères line. Chic combination of a slender blackened iron base with an inset goatskin (parchemin) clad top. ...
Steel
Pair of Matte Black 'Rouleau' Ceramic Table Lamps by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perfect as bedside lamps, or where a smaller, understated pair of lamps is desired. Dimensions listed are the overall dimensions of the lamps with the shades. The shades are 10 in...
Ceramic, Parchment Paper
Chic 'Méandre' Travertine Coffee Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Méandre' Travertine Coffee Table by Design Frères. Chic and understated.
Travertine, Iron
Pair of 'Laque' Black Lacquer and Brass Nightstands by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic black lacquer nightstands in the style of Maison Jansen. Hand polished lacquer surfaces with brushed solid brass legs.
Brass
Large Black Limestone 'Entretoise' Side Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large black limestone 'Entretoise' end table by Design Frères. Chic and understated.
Limestone, Steel
$7,900 / item
Outdoor 'Trapèze' Teak Console by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An outdoor version of the iconic Trapèze console, this piece seamlessly blends graphic architectural geometry with weather-resistant luxury. Handcrafted by Design Frères, it feature...
Iron
Large 'Strapontin' Cream Horsehair Stool by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large 'Strapontin' Cream Horsehair Art Deco Stool by Design Frères. The special characteristics of horsehair fabric, which combines understated elegance with exclusivity and traditi...
Steel
Pair of Minimalist 'Amboine' Burl Wood Nightstands by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Minimalist 'Amboine' burl wood nightstands by Design Frères. Simple, functional design with 2 deep drawers per nightstand. T...
Wood, Burl
Pair of Chic 'Entretoise' Wrought Iron and Marble Nightstands by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Entretoise' wrought iron and white marble nightstands by Design Frères. Perfect for when a pair of simple, understated nightst...
Marble, Steel
Pair of Narrow Minimalist 'Amboine' Burl Wood Nightstands by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Minimalist 'Amboine' burl wood nightstands by Design Frères. Simple, functional design with 2 deep drawers per nightstand. T...
Wood, Burl
Pair of 'Diagramme' Blackened Iron and Travertine End Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our 'Diagramme' Art Deco-inspired side tables, a harmonious blend of timeless elegance and modern sophistication. These chic side tables are a harmonious blend of blac...
Stone, Travertine, Steel
Pair of Large 'Entretoise' Silver Travertine Side Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large 'Entretoise' silver travertine side tables by Design Frères. Great as sofa end tables or as a 2 part coffee table. Chi...
Travertine, Wrought Iron
Pair of Large 'Entretoise' Cream Travertine Side Tables by Design Freres
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large 'Entretoise' scream travertine side tables by Design Frères. Great as sofa end tables or as a 2 part coffee table. Chic grooved...
Travertine, Wrought Iron
Pair of Chic 'Méandre' Bronze Chairs by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Méandre™ dark bronze side chairs by DESIGN FRÈRES®. Chic and understated.
Steel
Slender 'Arcade' Wrought Iron and Black Limestone Console by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic 'Arcade' Wrought Iron and Black Limestone Console by Design Frères. Its slender Art Deco-inspired geometric silhouette is designed to bring architectural drama and refined glamo...
Limestone, Steel
Pair of Minimalist 'Amboine' Burlwood Night Stands by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Minimalist 'Amboine' burlwood night stands by Design Frères. Simple, functional design with 2 deep drawers per night stand.
Wood, Burl
$6,600 / item
Large 'Méandre' Travertine Console by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The large version of our 'Méandre' console by DESIGN FRÈRES. Honed travertine top over a powder coated steel frame. Chic and understated.
Travertine, Steel
Set of 4 'Méandre' Counter Stools by Design Frères in COL
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 'Méandre' counter stools by DESIGN FRÈRES with black frames shown here in COL.
Steel
Pair of Cream Shearling 'Strapontin' Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of cream shearling 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères. Chic and understated. Also great as a two-part bench.
Steel
Pair of Tall Iron and Travertine 'Entretoise' Side Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of tall blackened iron and unfilled travertine 'Entretoise' side or end tables by Design Frères. Also great as a pair of simple nightstands. Chic and understated.
Travertine, Iron
Wide 'Esquisse' Wrought Iron Parchment Console or Library Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wide 'Esquisse' parchemin console or library table from our exclusive Design Frères line. Chic combination of a slender blackened iron base with an i...
Wrought Iron
Pair of Large 'Strapontin' Shearling Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sturdy powder coated frames fitted with gorgeous white / cream shearling seats. Upholstered firm for shape and durability. Great in lieu of a bench. Inspired by the timeless ae...
Steel
'Esquisse' Wrought Iron and Ivory Parchment Console by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic 'Esquisse' wrought Iron and ivory parchment console by Design Frères. Contrasting ivory goat parchment top over slender blackened steel base. Beautifully simple, understated des...
Steel
Set of 4 'Campagne' Steel and Rush Counter Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 'Campagne' steel and rush counter stools by Design Frères. Chic combination of slender but sturdy powder coated steel frames with handwove...
Steel
Pair of Outdoor Dark Bronze 'Méandre' Chairs in Stone Grey by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dark bronze Méandre™ chairs by DESIGN FRÈRES, in stone grey upholstery. Made with fabric, foam, and wood seat base that are all rated for outdoor use.
Steel
In-Stock: Two Large 'Entretoise' Silver Travertine End Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
In-stock pair of large 'Entretoise' silver travertine end tables by Design Frères. Great as sofa end tables or as a two-part coffee table. Chic linear veined silver travertine tops...
Travertine, Wrought Iron
Pair of Chic 'Entretoise' Black Limestone Night Stands by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural blackened steel frames fitted with gorgeous black limestone tops. Very durable stone surface. Inspired by the timeless aesthetic of French modern design, these night st...
Limestone, Steel
In-Stock Large 'Diagramme' Travertine Console by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
In-stock large 'Diagramme' travertine console by DESIGN FRÈRES. Honed travertine top over a powder coated steel frame. Chic and understated.
Travertine, Steel
'Méandre' Black Iron and Silver Travertine Side Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Méandre' black iron and silver travertine side table by Design Frères. Chic and understated.
Travertine, Iron
The 'Antibes' Swiveling Counter Stool by Design Frères, in COM
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Antibes™ swiveling counter stool by DESIGN FRÈRES®, in COM. Shown here in heavy bouclé COM (fabric reference available upon request) with white oak rods. Matte black frames. Ve...
Steel
Pair of Chic 'Caisson' Solid Brass and Black Lacquer End Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Caisson' brass and black lacquer end tables by Design Frères. Solid (not plated) brass frames pared with durable lacquer tops (coasters still recommended). Great as end...
Brass
Pair of Large Satin White 'Rouleau' Ceramic Table Lamps by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large satin white Rouleau™ ceramic table lamps by Design Frères®. Made in France by our skilled artisans. Wired with UL listed parts, 3-way switch (on, half on, off), twist c...
Ceramic, Parchment Paper
Pair of 2-Tier Entretoise Side Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 2-tier 'Entretoise' side tables by Design Frères. Wrought iron base with 2 thin travertine shelves. Also great as small nightstand...
Travertine, Wrought Iron
$2,800 / item
2-Tier Entretoise Side Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2-tier 'Entretoise' side table by Design Frères. Wrought iron base with 2 thin travertine shelves. Shelves are removable for secure shippi...
Travertine, Wrought Iron
Pair of Tall 'Pyramide' Brass Console Lamps by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of tall 'Pyramide' brass console lamps by Design Frères. Designed to create a captivating ambiance, these Pyramide™ console or floor lamps cas...
Brass, Metal
Pair of Large Minimalist 'Filiforme' Patinated Steel End Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Axel Vervoordt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large 'Filiforme' patinated steel plate side or end tables by Design Frères. Inspired by the Wabi-Sabi Minimalist aesthetic philosophy updated by designers like Axel Vervoordt.
Steel
Pair of Undulating 'Méandre' Wrought Iron and Glass Consoles by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Méandre' undulating blackened wrought iron and glass consoles by DESIGN FRÈRES. Chic and understated.
Iron