The popularity of natural-looking furniture – that is, furniture made from materials found in nature – has soared in recent years, in tandem with the rise of pared back and neutral interiors. The draw is in their simplicity and versatility, capable of matching various interior styles, as well as their suitability for indoors and out.
Here, we’ve singled out striking pieces of furniture made with rattan – a plant material that refers to over 600 different species of palm that is used to make a wicker weave – that are available through local retailers.
Table by House Doctor
Long strands of rattan are used the assemble the base and surface of the robust Gro table by Scandinavian brand House Doctor. The handmade table boasts a tactile surface and natural finish, designed to suit casual as well as sophisticated interior settings. Available at Lingonberries.
Chair by Kave Home
Spanish brand Kave Home has perfected the art of Mediterranean-meets-Scandinavian design with an extensive range of furniture for in- and outdoors. This armchair, which forms part of its latest outdoor collection, is made from solid acacia wood with a natural rattan seat in a wicker weave, and is also available in a selection of colours. Available at Form.
Armchair by Expormim
Forming part of the Cask family of products is this elegant indoor armchair designed by Norm Architects in 2021 for Spanish brand Expormim, which began producing wicker items since its founding in 1960. The chair’s structure is made of peeled and tinted natural rattan, finished in a water-based coating that makes it highly resistant to solar radiation. Available at Camilleriparismode.
Trolley by Zara Home
This playful rattan trolley by Zara Home is as pretty as it is practical – featuring two tiers with built-in bottle holders on the lower level, woven bases and wheels on its base which make it easy to move around, it’s a useful household item for day-to-day use as well as for entertaining.
Daybed by Sika Design
The Michelangelo daybed by Danish brand Sika, which specialises in handmade rattan products, features an elegant curved silhouette and detailed windings. The daybed is composed of rattan sourced from Indonesia and assembled by skilled wicker makers, resulting in a product durable enough to be handed down through generations. Available at The House Shop.
Portable lamp by Ferm Living
Danish brand Ferm Living reinterpreted the form and function of a lantern to develop its Porti Braided lamp – a charming portable light source that emits a soft, warm glow, made with a braided rattan shade set on a metal frame; ideal for placing wherever a little extra light is needed around the home. Available at Eclecticist.
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