San Francisco-based practice Mike & Maaike created chic and modern upholstered furniture collection for Artifort. The Terp capsule openly draws inspiration from the Dutch 'Terps' — instances of "man-made mounds [that are] created to offer a higher elevation when it rains in the flood-prone areas of The Netherlands." The result is a line of exquisitely minimalist, smooth and rounded poufs and tables.
Mike & Maaike utilizes a uniform color palette throughout that easily integrates itself into an office or home setting. In addition, the modern upholstered furniture's simplistic design allows for consumers to mix and match the poufs and tables, as well as spatially arrange them so they entertain a sound aesthetic. The visible stitching adds a nice detail to the adorable Terp series.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Dutch-inspired Furniture
- Opportunity to create furniture designs that are inspired by unique cultural references like the Dutch 'Terps'.
- Modular Furniture
- Disruptive potential for furniture that can be rearranged and reconfigured to suit different spaces and aesthetic preferences.
- Minimalist Design
- Demand for furniture that embraces simplicity, clean lines, and a uniform color palette.
Where This Applies
- Furniture Design
- Incorporating innovative and cultural elements into furniture designs.
- Interior Design
- Creating spaces that can be easily rearranged and customized using modular furniture.
- Home Decor
- Catering to the consumer demand for modern, minimalistic designs in home furnishings and decorations.
