If like me you are a fan of sixties cool and like to add just a touch of it to your home, the Round Swivelling Tub Chair from Dwell is a great way to give a nod back to the future, embracing the optimism of that decade's designers. With it's ABS plastic outer, faux leather inner and chrome base the chair comes in at a more than reasonable price point. Personally I am rather taken by the white shown above, but there's also a black option for those wanting something a little more understated. You could even buy both and add them to a swinging monochrome lair.

Visit Dwell online at www.dwell.co.uk 

I think I’m having a monochrome moment. But hey, why not? Whether in fashion or furniture a black and white delight never fails to impress.
Designed by Christophe Pillet for Porro, the Nouvelle Vague with its smooth lines and polished finish is near perfection.

For more information visit Porro

Some things make you smile because they induce happiness other things make you smile because they are beautiful. The Smile armchair from BBB Emmebonacina falls into both categories primarily because it is beautiful but which in turn induces happiness. Be happy people, embrace a Smile, or better yet let it embrace you.

For more information visit BBB Emmebonacina

I’ve often mentioned preferences for cubic or spherical but I’m ashamed to say I’ve quite neglected the irregular. They say symmetry is beauty but they obviously haven’t seen the Archipel range by Leolux. As the name suggests, you can now create your own archipelago of contemporary comfort. Catering to whimsical moods, there is also the scope to adjust the arms and backrests for a piece of furniture that is as unique individual as you are.

For more information visit Leolux

From Austrian designer Hans Hopfer comes the Castell modular seating system. "Six basic elements and a terraced stool, which can be used alone or as a docking element, make Castell a completely versatile furniture creation, which simply makes living a pleasure." The variable modular units allow for this sheer versatility, with soft lines leading to the utmost in comfort.

Available through Neue Wiener Werkstatte

Let out your inner magpie with these small tables from Vibieffe. Designed by Altrodesign, minimalist modernism is a steel with these which are sure to make any room shine with the current trend for metalic furniture. Availbale in two sizes. Blinding.

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A new product for 2008, Cor's "Cuvert" sofa is designed by German design team Jehs+Laub (Jurgen Laub and Markus Jehs). The Cuvert range also features a An armchair, Coutable, Occasional table (pictured above right), Carpet (also pictured) and a stool (pictured above left). The design features incorporates Trapezoidal surfaces whose stark angular forms give way to a soft, padded interior.

Visit Cor online at www.cor.de

Whilst I’m on the theme of bringing the outside in, why restrict it to still life? Granted, these aesthetically pleasing armchairs may certainly be still now but their inspiration isn’t.

But that’s where the similarities stop. No farmyard noises included. Simply solid wood covered in moulded polyurethane foam and dacron.

For more information visit: alivar.com

Designed by French designer, Philippe Starck, the Prive from Cassina is a world of comfort and elegance. Fabric or leather-upholstered, the Prive, with its posable head or arm rests, provides the utmost in variable design whilst remaining a luxurious island of relaxation, whether day-bed or sofa.

Visit Cassina online at www.cassina.com

Combining three of my favourite things – retro, round and orange, the DS 152 chair from de Sede has it all. Literally. The flat screen monitor pictured is also available as an option so that you can transform your ultra-comfortable sofa into a space age control centre for TV, video, DVD or Internet.

With enough room for two people, the DS 152's oval styling can provide the perfect snuggle place. If, however, you are prone to fighting over the remote or your other half simply doesn’t like the colour, then black and white versions are also available, so why not get two!

Visit de Sede online at www.desede.ch