Hasta La Ideas

Per my preference for modernist, minimal design that reflects attention to detail from concept to execution, I was quite impressed to see that many pieces from MoreLess met my taste to a tee. In keeping with their mission to synthesize good design from the world over, the Shanghai-based furniture and lighting company focuses on any number of dualities, from the eponymous pair (which also means “How much?” in Chinese) to the concept of Yin & Yang.

“Field” sofa

“Three Walkers” coffee table & stools

The “Nest” pendant lamp resembles Konstantin Grcic seating

“Bench Monk” shelf with “Buddha Palm” sofa in the foreground

The pieces themselves, designed by an in-house team that includes several Chinese designers who work alongside an Italian and a Frenchman to create highly refined works in North American Walnut, glass, bamboo and textiles, among other materials.

“Bat” chairs & “Julius” table—notice that the table only has three legs

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