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.
Geometric Brass, Tan Leather and Glass 'Pentagone' Lantern by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Adolf Loos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The geometric brass, tan leather and glass 'Pentagone' lantern by Design Frères. In the style of Adolf Loos. The Dodekaeder lamp as originally designed by Adolf Loos for the Knize Gentlemen's stores (Vienna, Paris, Berlin, Bad Gastein...
Brass
Wide 'Esquisse' Natural Parchment and Wrought Iron Console by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wide 'Esquisse' natural parchment and wrought iron console by Design Frères. Chic handmade natural parchment top paired with a slender blackened wrought iron base.
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
$6,000 / item
Medium 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic 'Tambour' antiqued brass and dark brown hide ottoman by Design Frères. Measures: 38 in. diameter x 16.5 in. tall (other sizes available). Upho...
Brass, Steel
Chic Blackened Steel and Glass 'Entretoise' Side Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic blackened steel and glass 'Entretoise' side table by Design Frères, Also great as a small coffee table.
Steel
$3,400 / set
Pair of 'Oculus' Round Rattan Mirrors
By Design Frères, Franco Albini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Oculus' round rattan mirrors by design Frères. Flat mirror inserted into an intricate rattan frame.
Rattan, Mirror
Pair of 'Rectiligne' Wrought Iron and Mirror End Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic wrought iron and mirror end tables. Great as sofa end tables or as a two part coffee table. Bottom shelf is 4 in. from floor.
Wrought Iron
Pair of Large 'Angulaire' Marble Side or End Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large 'Angulaire' marble side or end tables by Design Frères.
Marble, Steel
White and Beige Hide 'Tambour' Ottoman or Coffee Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White and beige hide 'Tambour' ottoman or coffee table by Design Frères. Perfect as an ottoman or a coffee table with a tray. The last picture if of a different version of this ot...
Steel
Set of Four 'Cylindre' Patinated Brass and Raffia Pendant Lights, Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four 'Cylindre' patinated brass and raffia pendant lights. Great in a hallway, over a bar, a kitchen center island or a long dining table. Matching canopy included. The ...
Brass
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 Chic 'Rectiligne' Mirrored End Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Rectiligne' mirrored end tables by Design Frères. Also great as nightstands or as a 2-part coffee table. Also sold individually.
Wrought Iron
'Seve' Petrified Wood and Aluminium Side Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Seve' petrified wood and aluminium side table by Design Frères.
Aluminum
Pair of 'Esquisse' Parchment and Wrought Iron Side Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Esquisse' parchment and blackened wrought iron side tables by Design Frères. The smooth, natural cream parchment top is matched the elegant contrasting blackened wrought iro...
Wrought 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
Pair of Narrow 'Rectiligne' Mirrored Wrought Iron End Tables by Design Frères
By Robert Thibier, Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Rectiligne' mirrored wrought iron two-tier end / side tables by Design Frères. Lower shelf is at 6 in. from floor.
Wrought Iron
Pair of Tall 'Pyramide' Console or Floor Lamps by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of tall 'Pyramide' patinated brass console or floor lamps by Design Frères. The light source is concealed inside the pyramid base, illuminating the surface behind. Unique design...
Brass
Pair of 'Esquisse' Parchment and Wrought Iron Side Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Esquisse' parchment and blackened wrought iron side tables by design Frères. The smooth, natural cream parchment top is matched the elegant contrasting blackened wrought iro...
Wrought Iron
Chic 'Esquisse' Grooved Ivory Travertine Side Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic 'Esquisse' grooved ivory travertine side table by Design Frères.
Travertine, Steel
Pair of 'Esquisse' Wrought Iron and Parchment Consoles by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of understated 'Esquisse' wrought iron and parchment consoles by Design Frères. Chic genuine parchment tops fitted onto a slender matte black wrought iron bases. Handmade our w...
Steel
Pair of Wrought Iron and Travertine 'Entretoise' Side Tables by Design Frères
By Mathieu Matégot, Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of wrought iron and travertine 'Entretoise' side tables by Design Frères. Chic pair of versatile side or end tables. Also great as a two-part coffee table. Indoor or outdoor use.
Travertine, Wrought Iron
Pair of Gilt Wrought Iron and Hide Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of gilt wrought iron and hide 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères, in the style of Gilbert Poillerat.
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 cream travertine tops over matte b...
Travertine, Wrought Iron
Pair of Asymmetrical 'Décagone' Black Leather Side Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of asymmetrical 'Décagone' black leather side tables by Design Frères. Great next to a pair of armchairs.
Steel
Wrought Iron and Marble 'Entretoise' Side Table by Design Frères
By Mathieu Matégot, Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wrought iron and marble 'Entretoise' side table by Design Frères. Great between 2 armchairs. Also sold as a pair or more. Indoor or outdoor use.
Marble, Wrought Iron
The 'Laque' Ivory Lacquer and Brass Night Stands by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Laque' minimalist ivory lacquer and brass night stands by Design Frères. Bottom shelf height: 6 in.
Brass
Small White Hide and Patinated Brass 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small white hide and patinated brass 'Tambour' ottoman by Design Frères. Perfect as a coffee table in the living room, a den or a media room. Brass-plated and patinated steel b...
Brass, Steel
Pair of Narrow 'Rectiligne' Mirrored Wrought Iron End Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Robert Thibier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Rectiligne' mirrored wrought iron two-tier end / side tables by Design Frères. Lower shelf is at 6 in. from floor.
Wrought Iron
Pair of 'Entretoise' Wrought Iron and Onyx Side Tables by Design Frères
By Mathieu Matégot, Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Entretoise' wrought iron and onyx side tables by Design Frères. Great as end tables or as a two-part coffee table. In the style of Mathieu Matégot.
Onyx, Wrought Iron
Pair of 'Filiforme' Patinated Steel Minimalist Side Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Axel Vervoordt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of tall 'Filiforme' patinated steel plate side or occasional tables by Design Frères. Also great as display pedestals.
Steel
$3,400 / set
Set of 2 Black and White Cyclope Lamps
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 2 Black and White Cyclope Lamps. Great for indirect lighting. Black: 7 in. diameter x 10 in. tall White: 10 in. diameter x 11 in. tall Wired with 3-way switch for ...
Ceramic
Pair of 'Méandre' Verdigris and Glass Side Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Méandre' verdigris steel and glass side tables by Design Frères. Hand-applied painted verdigris finish. Chic and understated.
Steel
Chic Blackened Steel and Glass 'Entretoise' Side Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic blackened steel and glass 'Entretoise' side table by Design Frères, Also great as a small coffee table.
Steel
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 Chic 'Rectiligne' Mirrored End Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Rectiligne' mirrored end tables by Design Frères. Also great as nightstands or as a 2-part coffee table. Also sold individually.
Wrought Iron
Pair of 'Diagramme' Wrought Iron and Travertine Side Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Paul Dupré-Lafon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Diagramme' wrought iron and travertine side tTables by Design Frères. Measures: Lower bar is 4.5" inches from the floor.
Travertine, Wrought Iron
Pair of 'Entretoise' Wrought Iron and Onyx Side Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Entretoise' wrought iron and onyx side tables by Design Frères. Great as end tables or as a two-part coffee table. In the style of Mathieu Matégot.
Onyx, Wrought Iron
4 'Pion' Black Leather and Patinated Brass Occasional Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Versatile set of 4 'Pion' black leather and patinated brass reversible occasional tables by Design Frères. Tops are interchangeable between thick matte black leather cutouts and t...
Brass, Steel
Pair of Solid Brass Beveled 'Quadrature' Mirrors by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of solid brass beveled 'Quadrature' mirrors by Design Frères. Handmade and patinated in Los Angeles by our skilled artisans. Also sold individually.
Brass
Pair of 'Trapèze' Blackened Steel and Goatskin Consoles by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Marc du Plantier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Trapèze' blackened steel and goatskin consoles by Design Frères.
Steel
Pair of 'Méandre' Black Iron and Silver Travertine Side Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Méandre' black iron and silver travertine side tables by Design Frères. Chic and understated.
Travertine, Iron
Pair of Chic Wrought Iron and Marble 'Esquisse' Consoles by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Esquisse' wrought iron and marble consoles by Design Frères. Slender handmade wrought iron bases paired with honed and sealed veined Calacatta marble tops.
Marble, Wrought Iron
Medium 'Tambour' Antiqued Brass and Hide Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medium 'Tambour' antiqued brass and hide ottoman by Design Frères. Upholstered firm, so also great as a coffee table, with a tray.
Steel
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
White and Beige Hide 'Tambour' Ottoman or Coffee Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White and beige hide 'Tambour' ottoman or coffee table by Design Frères. Perfect as an ottoman or a coffee table with a tray. The last picture if of a different version of this ot...
Steel
Pair of Solid Brass Beveled 'Quadrature' Mirrors by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of solid brass beveled 'Quadrature' mirrors by Design Frères. Handmade and patinated in Los Angeles by our skilled artisans. Also sold individually.
Brass
Pair of 'Diagramme' Wrought Iron and Travertine Side Tables by Design Frères
By Paul Dupré-Lafon, Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Diagramme' wrought iron and travertine side tables by Design Frères. Measures: Lower bar is 4.5" inches from the floor.
Travertine, Wrought Iron
'Seve' Petrified Wood and Aluminium Side Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Seve' petrified wood and aluminium side table by Design Frères.
Aluminum
Pair of 'Esquisse' Wrought Iron and Parchment Consoles by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Esquisse' wrought iron and parchment consoles by Design Frères. Contrasting white/cream goat parchment top over blackened slender steel base. Parchment is a natural ma...
Wrought Iron
'Difforme' Tiger Glaze Table Lamp with Parchment Shade by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Difforme' tiger glaze ceramic table lamp with parchment shade by Design Frères. Wired with high-end twist cord and 3-way switch (on, half i...
Ceramic, Parchment Paper
Patinated Brass and Beveled Glass 'Quadrature' Mirror by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid patinated brass (not plated) and beveled glass 'Quadrature' mirror by Design Frères. Impressive scale. Chic and understated.
Brass
'Cubyx' Sculptural Onyx and Blackened Steel Lamp by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The sculptural 'Cubyx' lamp is made of a jointed translucent onyx panel cube placed on a tripod base. The bulb is changed by lifting the top portion (3 join...
Onyx, Steel
Pair of Chic 'Esquisse' Wrought Iron and Parchment Consoles by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Esquisse' wrought iron and parchment consoles by Design Frères. Contrasting white/cream goat parchment top over blackened slender steel...
Wrought Iron
Pair of 'Esquisse' Wrought Iron and Parchment Consoles by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of understated 'Esquisse' wrought iron and parchment consoles by Design Frères. Chic genuine parchment tops fitted onto a slender matte black wrought iron bases.
Steel
Pair of 'Entretoise' Wrought Iron and Honed Marble Side Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic pair of wrought iron and marble 'Entretoise' side tables by Design Frères. Matte black wrought iron bases with honed white veined marble tops.
Griotte Marble, Wrought Iron
Pair of Solid Brass Beveled 'Quadrature' Mirrors by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of solid brass beveled 'Quadrature' mirrors by Design Frères. Handmade and patinated in Los Angeles by our skilled artisans. Also sold individually.
Brass
Medium 'Tambour' Antiqued Brass and Hide Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medium 'Tambour' antiqued brass and hide ottoman by Design Frères. Upholstered firm, so also great as a coffee table, with a tray.
Steel
Pair of Solid Brass Beveled 'Quadrature' Mirrors by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of solid brass beveled 'Quadrature' mirrors by Design Frères. Handmade and patinated in Los Angeles by our skilled artisans. Also sold individually.
Brass
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
Geometric Brass, Tan Leather and Glass 'Pentagone' Lantern by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Adolf Loos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The geometric brass, tan leather and glass 'Pentagone' lantern by Design Frères. In the style of Adolf Loos. The Dodekaeder lamp as originally designed by Adolf Loos for the Knize Gentlemen's stores (Vienna, Paris, Berlin, Bad Gastein...
Brass