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These conversation starters boast strong geometric forms and playful tessellated details

Be it the dazzling variety of NFTs or the ever growing number of fantasy worlds in the metaverse, it’s fair to say we're in a heavily influenced digital age. So why not merge this into reality by sprucing up the home with cool furniture pieces that lean towards a virtual-inspired aesthetic? Whether it's a coffee creamer that looks almost like a mouse cursor or a pixellated-like rug, here are some stylish pixel-chic decor pieces that we can love; add these fun accents to your abode for a quick design update.

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1. Glas Italia Bisel low table by Patricia Urquiola

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Playing with the idea of a hexagon shape and that of precious jewels, this unconventional coffee table by Patricia Urquiola is constructed out of five intricate multi-chromatic glass layers stacked atop each other with coloured film. Its shiny look and unique bevels are a testament to its craftsmanship, showcasing the dimensions and transparency of the glass material.

Available in Singapore and Malaysia at Space Furniture

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2. Artemide Flexia lamp by Mario Cucinella

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Winning the Archiproducts Awards in 2021, Artemide’s Flexia lamp, designed by Mario Cucinella, weaves the artful concept of Japanese papyrus folding and origami. Sustainable in design, the pendant light is made out of recycled fibres with an exterior wholly crafted out of PET bottles and an interior out of waste materials.

Available at Stylecraft

3. Hippomobile creamer

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Taking inspiration from jockey silks and the world of cartoons, Paris-based artist Gianpaolo Pagni created the Hippomobile creamer as an abstract homage to the house’s affinity with horses and equestrian culture.

Available at Hermès

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4. Floorish Fruitfool series - Oh, Beauty! rug by Studio Ensemble

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Dynamic and mosaic-like, the rug takes loose musings from the watermelon fruit and is playfully designed like an optical illusion to create a sense of wonder similar to that when looking at ‘stuck pixels’ on a computer screen.

Available at Journey East

5. Acerbis Life System wall unit by Roberto Monsani

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Combing the needs for lighting and storage, this luxurious and contemporary Life system from Acerbis is a suitable fit for the home or office. Designed by Roberto Monsani, the wall fixture features ribbed glass, diffused LED lighting, seamless glass shelves, and a checkboard effect that employs lacquered colors seen in vintage cars.

Available in Singapore and Malaysia at Space Furniture

6. Utopia 01 sideboard by Drama

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The Utopia 01 sideboard offers an atypical design aside from conventional wooden furniture. Disruptive yet pleasing, this cabinetry essential is suitable for those longing to create a more adventurous and new-age statement in their abode.

Available at The Artling

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7. Prostoria Trifidae lounge chair by Numen / For Use

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Add colour and life to your home office with the Prostoria Trifidae lounge chair, designed with a high backrest for ultimate all-day comfort. Fun fact: The tilting of the three parts of the armchairs imitate how flower bud petals open and close.

Available at Stylecraft

8. Islands ‘Golden Island’ rug by Kristina Gaidamaka

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Handmade in New Zealand, each wool rug features original artwork in a warm colour palette. Uniquely designed with different coloured lines and shapes, each rug conveys the eternal beauty of natural elements such as the earth, water, sky, and sun.

Available at The Artling

9. Glas Italia Mandarin chest of drawers by Piero Lissoni, from Space Furniture

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Make your living space brighter with this Mandarin chest of drawers by Piero Lissoni. Designed out of transparent coloured laminated glass bonded with wooden drawers in naturally darkened solid ash, the drawers are a great way to break symmetry and create more storage space in any room.

Available in Singapore and Malaysia at Space Furniture

10. Poltrona Frau Archibald 110th Anniversary limited-edition armchair by Jean-Marie Massaud

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In celebration of Poltrona Frau’s 100th anniversary last year, the brand teamed up with Argentine-Spanish artist Jean-Marie Massaud to create 110 limited-edition armchairs. Borrowing references from the street artist’s optical and digital language, each chair showcases a fun pattern in the vibrant, multi-coloured ColorSphere palette.

Available in Singapore at Proof Living

11. ClassiCon Pallas table by Konstantin Grcic

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Create an intimate dining setting with the ClassiCon Pallas table by Konstantin Grcic, cleverly designed with proportions that encourage guests to sit closer together. Constructed out of powder-coated steel, the table embodies a matte look and feel to any space.

Available in Singapore and Malaysia at Space Furniture

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