Retro drinks cabinets are among the most sought-after pieces for anyone who wants to combine function with clear design character. In the middle of the 20th century, the drinks cabinet developed from a practical storage piece into a distinct statement…
Restoring or redesigning existing furniture has become an increasingly common alternative to buying newly produced furnishings. For many people it is not only about sustainability, but about quality, personality and longevity. At Plan B Design, older furniture serves as the…
The terms furniture restoration and redesign are often used as if they meant the same thing. In practice, however, they are two different ways of working with older furniture, with different aims and different results. At Plan B Design, traditional…
A statement piece draws the eye and sets the tone of the room. It might be a sideboard, a chest of drawers or an armchair with real character: a piece that does more than serve a function and shapes the…
Behind every redesigned piece of furniture lies a carefully considered process in which craftsmanship, design and function come together. The result should not only look good: the piece has to work in everyday life and last over time. At Plan…
A redesigned piece of furniture is an older, high-quality piece that has been given a new look through redesign, craftsmanship and a modern finish. Rather than replacing it with something newly produced, its original quality is preserved and developed further…
A designer armchair is often the piece that changes the mood of a room fastest. It takes up less space than a large piece of furniture, yet stands out at once – visually and in use. When an armchair is…
A modernised chest of drawers is one of the simplest ways to bring a clear design statement into the home – without giving up function. The chest of drawers is practical, finds a place in many rooms and can carry…
An Art Deco sideboard is among the most rewarding pieces when you want to combine classic form with a more modern, confident expression. The form is often timeless, but surfaces, details and finish can lift the piece from “vintage” to…
Redesigned furniture is more than restoration. It is about taking older, classic quality furniture and giving it a bolder guise and a new, modern expression – with finish, craftsmanship and a sense of timelessness in every detail. At Plan B…
Guides: Drinks Cabinet Guide: Types, Eras, Dimensions and What to Look for When Buying · Display Cabinet: A Guide to Types, Styles, Dimensions and Buying · Chest of Drawers: The Guide to Dimensions, Wood, Colour and Style · Bedside Table Guide: Height, Size, Wood, Colour and Style · Scandinavian Vintage Furniture Guide: Styles, Eras, Origins and How to Recognise Originals
