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.
$2,600 / item
Shearling 'Strapontin' Stool by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shearling 'Strapontin' stool by Design Frères. Chic and understated.
Iron
Pair of Large 'Strapontin' Stools by Design Frères in COM
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères, in COM. This is the COM version: 1 yard required for the pair Instructions to send will be reconfirmed after the order is confirmed.
Wrought Iron
White Hide and Patinated Brass 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White hide and patinated brass 'Tambour' ottoman by Design Frères. The last picture is of a different version of the ottoman in the same size. Perfect as a coffee table, with t...
Brass, Steel
Chic White Hide and Blackened Steel 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The tambour ottoman is a welcome change from the traditional coffee table. This inviting, versatile piece can be used to sit, relax, but also as a regu...
Steel
$7,750 / item
Chic 'Diagramme' Ottoman by Design Frères in COL/COM
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic 'Diagramme' Ottoman by Design Frères in COL/COM. Also great as a coffee table, with books and trays. Or perfect for a den.
Steel
Pair of Large 'Strapontin' White Hide Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large 'Strapontin' white hides stools by design Frères. Gilt wrought iron bases and white or cream hide seats. Upholstered firm for durability.
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
Pair of Large Faux Fur 'Strapontin' Stools by Design Frères
By Gilbert Poillerat, Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large faux fur 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères. Environmentally conscious design.
Wrought Iron
Chic White Hide and Blackened Steel 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Tambour ottoman is a welcome change from the traditional coffee table. This inviting, versatile piece can be used to sit, relax, but also as a regu...
Steel
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
$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. 38 in. diameter x 16.5 in. tall (other sizes available). Upholstered on...
Brass, Steel
White Hide and Matte Black 'Tambour' Round Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White hide and matte black 'Tambour' round ottoman by Design Frères. Upholstered firm for use as an ottoman / coffee table. Great for dens / media rooms, with books, tray... or feet!
Steel
$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 White Hide and Blackened Steel 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Tambour ottoman is a welcome change from the traditional coffee table. This inviting, versatile piece can be used to sit, relax, but also as a regu...
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
Pair of Large Faux Fur 'Strapontin' Stools by Design Frères
By Gilbert Poillerat, Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large faux fur 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères. Environmentally conscious design.
Wrought Iron
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
Chic White Hide and Blackened Steel 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Tambour ottoman is a welcome change from the traditional coffee table. This inviting, versatile piece can be used to sit, relax, but also as a regu...
Steel
$5,550 / item
Chic 'Banquise' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic Banquise™ ottoman by Design Frères®. Beautiful natural cream shearling round ottoman. Upholstered firm to be used as seating and as a table surface for trays, bags, books, etc....
Fur, Upholstery, Plywood
White Hide and Patinated Brass 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White hide and patinated brass 'Tambour' ottoman by Design Frères. The last picture is of a different version of the ottoman in the same size. Perfect as a coffee table, with t...
Brass, Steel
White Hide and Matte Black 'Tambour' Round Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White hide and matte black 'Tambour' round ottoman by Design Frères. Upholstered firm for use as an ottoman / coffee table. Great for dens / media rooms, with books, tray... or feet!
Steel
White Hide and Matte Black 'Tambour' Round Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White hide and matte black 'Tambour' round ottoman by Design Frères. Upholstered firm for use as an ottoman / coffee table. Great for dens / media rooms, with books, tray... or feet!.
Steel
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
$5,550 / item
Chic 'Banquise' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic Banquise™ ottoman by Design Frères®. Beautiful natural cream shearling round ottoman. Upholstered firm to be used as seating and as a table surface for trays, bags, books, etc....
Fur, Upholstery, Plywood
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
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
Chic White Hide and Blackened Steel 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Tambour ottoman is a welcome change from the traditional coffee table. This inviting, versatile piece can be used to sit, relax, but also ...
Steel
Pair of Low Round Ottomans / Footstools in COM
By Märta Blomstedt, Flemming Lassen, Viggo Boesen, Fritz Hansen, Mogens Lassen
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A pair of elegant, modern, low, round ottomans. Handmade in England. To be upholstered in COM. COM fabrics subject to approval.
Alpaca, Oak
Sheep Stool by Studio Ahead
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep stool designed by Studio Ahead. The stool is upholstered in custom cream merino wool felt from Northern California sheep The stool could be placed o...
Wool, Felt
Coco Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
Our adorable coco ottoman is perfect for relaxing with your feet up…or pop them under our Calista console for additional seating. A modern take on a basic round ottoman. Chic, comfor...
Wool, Wenge
$2,426 / item
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Handmade Velvet Stool by Munna Design Studio, Modern Fringes, Customizable
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
The handmade stool draws on the signature fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel. Featuring three layer...
Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming
Set of custom made Gueridon Ottomans, COM fabric, Made in USA.
By Guéridon Design
Located in Stratford, CT
INTRODUCTION Gueridon handmade ottomans are made to order to your liking and specifications. 100% made in USA. Following the success of its ottomans, GUERIDON launched a full line ...
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Silk Parsons Ottomans or Stools
By Milo Baughman
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Silk Parson Ottomans or stools. Gingham silk upholstery covers the pair. very good condition. In the Billy Baldwin style with button top. This ...
Fabric, Silk, Upholstery, Wood
Custom Made Turkish Rug Ottoman with Iron Base
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom made Cocktail ottoman Size: 48" x 48" x 18" Iron base finished in antique bronze finish. This item was constructed using a vintage turkish rug, this hemp and wool rug is a ...
Metal, Iron
Capper Low Stool by Phase Design, Leather
By Reza Feiz, Phase Design
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Listed price is for the Capper low stool and Cottswald by Moore & Giles nubuck. COL is also available, with a List price of $ 1,760.00. The Capper Low Stool is also available in fab...
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
Custom Upholstered Pouf Ottomans in Gray or COM
Located in New York, NY
New production. Made to order. Designed and made in NYC, each ottoman is handcrafted with in NYC and has unique attributes. One day delivery available in NYC. 3 to 4 week lead tim...
Fabric
Black Canvas and Blackened Steel Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to pair with any of the Inheritance Seating options, the Ottoman is a great addition to add a lounge element to your seating arrangement. This variation is upholstered in ...
Steel
Harness Black Leather and Blackened Steel Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to pair with any of the seating options in Stephen Kenn's Inheritance Collection, the ottoman is a great way to add a lounge element to your seating arrangement for maximum ...
Steel
Wildebeest Hide Cube Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Upholstered with stunning African Wildebeest hide, this cube ottoman brings a piece of African culture to any space. Ethically-sourced Wildebeest hide naturally varies in color, text...
Hide
White Hide and Patinated Brass 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White hide and patinated brass 'Tambour' ottoman by Design Frères. The last picture is of a different version of the ottoman in the same size. Perfect as a coffee table, with t...
Brass, Steel
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 Large 'Strapontin' White Hide Stools by Design Frères
By Gilbert Poillerat, Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large 'Strapontin' white hides stools by design Frères. Gilt wrought iron bases and white or cream hide seats. Upholstered firm for durability.
Wrought Iron
'Tambour' Natural Hide and Brass Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our chic 'Tambour' natural hide and brass round ottoman is perfect to use in place of a coffee table. Natural cowhide upholstery over antiqued brass base. Upholstered firm so it can be used to sit, relax the feet, and as a coffee table for books...
Brass, Steel