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Arhaus
If you're redoing a space, chances are you want a hero item—something big, something luxurious. Chances are you won't mind splurging on a $5,000 dining table or a $2,000 hand-woven area rug if you know it'll last, it's ethically and sustainably made, and it looks heirloom-worthy. Arhaus makes furniture like that: statement pieces with high-quality fabrics, and all of them well worth the price.
Maiden Home
Maiden Home carved out its niche in the beige-and-balmy category, but now it's expanding into something more versatile and luxurious. "Resilient" and "responsible" best describe the brand, which thrives on the craftsmanship of North Carolina artisans and the natural beauty of their hand-selected, sustainably sourced materials.
Sundays
Sundays does the impossible. It makes your home feel like a sunny Sunday, even if it's raining sideways outside. The brand is all about the uplifting, light-and-airy vibe of owning something nice—a beige wooden dining set, a movie-night modular sofa, a white oak dresser. For anything that sparks joy, find it here.
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Soho Home
Soho Home is our champion for funky, rounded furniture and decor. The at-home wing of the famous private members' hotel Soho House tends to use fabrics that hold color well—meaning there's a lot of velvet—and shades that really pop. If you want to make your spot a bit more Instagrammable, this is where to shop.
CB2
CB2 is our go-to for contemporary, midcentury-inspired design. Everything looks classic but comes with all the benefits of modern shopping, like easy shipping, quick turnarounds, and affordable designs. But what we love most about CB2 is that each piece is made with premium materials. Every bar cabinet is crafted from solid wood. Every sofa is perfectly firm. Every marble table is substantial. This is modern furniture that lasts.
Floyd
Ever since Floyd perfected the platform bed, it's been expanding into sofas, tables, and storage pieces. They all have a clean, simple, cozy look that works in a wide variety of homes. Most of the stuff is also easy to assemble and modular, like Floyd's shelving system, which is super attractive and configurable to your liking. It's as good as contemporary design gets.
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The Citizenry
The Citizenry's furniture doesn't come from a factory. The brand works with small-time artisans to offer, for example, bath furniture made from hinoki wood in Japanese workshops, leather tanned by a family in Portugal, and a sofa handmade in California. The Citizenry finds the best makers across the world and sticks them all in one place, resulting in a site with an eclectic but broadly appealing design language.
Havenly
Indecisive? Or you just need help figuring out what you actually like? Either way, Havenly makes it easy. The retailer carries a bunch of brands and designers on this list, and it offers a starter interior design quiz: All you have to do is look at a handful of interiors, say what you like and don't like, then Havenly steers you to the collections that best fit your taste. Genius!
Crate & Barrel
If you grew up in a suburb of any sort, there's a very good chance you have encountered Crate & Barrel furniture. The brand is known for its modern, elevated pieces, none of which will cost an arm or a leg (usually just half). Its site is filled with stunning items for every room of the house, with an emphasis on incredible living room furniture. Find massive sectionals, gorgeous accent chairs, not-tacky sleepers, and more. Plus, its outdoor furniture it something to behold.
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Castlery
While Castlery offers every style from classic to midcentury modern to contemporary, its furniture is intended to outlast style trends—which is why the brand creates pieces of striking craftsmanship in durable materials.
Albany Park
What began as a husband-and-wife duo's sofa-centric brand is now a go-to stop for a tight catalog of comfortable seating. Albany Park offers a handful of styles and the furniture to match. If you want to keep it simple, buy a full living-room set in the same style. If you trust your interior design ability, mix and match.
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Article does something really clever in that it sells bundles. In any of its major categories—living room, bedroom, office, outdoor, and dining—you can snag a matching set for a reasonable price. It takes some of the interior decorating weight off your shoulders.
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Medley
Well-made, eco-friendly furniture with a suite of lovely neutral and earth-tone swatches. There's guaranteed to be something perfect for your home. Simple as.
Benchmade Modern
The team over at Benchmade Modern creates contemporary, often made-to-order furniture pieces as small as a side table and as large as a U-shaped double chaise sectional. If you're nowhere near having enough money for custom-made furniture, Benchmade Modern can give you that experience.
Thuma
Famous for its simple-to-assemble bed frame, Thuma is applying that formula to more and more furniture pieces. And we can only imagine there is more to come. Ease of assembly and a clean, minimal look are the main benefits here.
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1st Dibs
Maybe you don't want MoMA reissues. Maybe you want real-deal designer furniture. In the spirit of sportsmanship, we'll warn you right now: It's frightfully easy to get addicted to 1stDibs. This online marketplace is where designers and sellers connect directly with buyers to discuss rare pieces. It's the place to find exclusive one-offs.
Blu Dot
With a lot of sharp angles and modern looks, Blu Dot really works for anyone who loves up-to-the-minute style. On top of that, the brand is a bit more fun than some other options on this list. There are pops of color and interesting patterns; it's not all gray and white. That said, Blu Dot is like most contemporary online furniture stores: Its products will appeal to many tastes and fit any modern aesthetic.
Anthropologie
Despite whatever preconceived notions you have about Anthropologie and its boho-chic look, there is so much gold on this site. Investment-worthy couches, designer coffee tables, and an incredible decor selection make this a really great online home store. And to speak on the Anthro aesthetic: (a) It's pretty toned down at this point; there are plenty of pieces that'll suit any style. And (b), why not take a risk with some brass accents or a pink sectional? Time to start having fun with your decor, fellas.
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BR Home
If bold color isn't your thing, BR Home, the new home-decor wing of Banana Republic, might be more your speed. Yes, there is color throughout, but the brand seems to be more interested in playing with texture. Think beige bouclé, linen, and faux fur with the occasional pop of richly colored velvet. It's a new option but one that a lot of people will come to love.
Pottery Barn
No surprises here. Pottery Barn is a classic because it makes homey, unpretentious furniture that works with a wide range of aesthetics. Nothing here is going to be a statement, and that's 100 percent okay.
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