Wouldn't this be a neat sofa for a loft in some urban district? A little bit of exposed brick, and some bright, airy, seemingly stark white walls would be instantly warmed with this whimsical, sittable, work of art from Squint in London.

Also inspiring: the aviary background pattern on Squint's site.

Images courtesy of Squint.

If you haven't seen Chair Couture, run over and take a look. We're not a big fan of the new green line, but the whimsical sensibility of their original collection makes us happy. Bright chartreuse lacquered chairs upholstered in turquoise wool might not be for everyone, but the authentic interpretation is refreshing. We are particularly entranced by the chair above: black and white modern, graphic dots keep the chair young, and contrast with the well-maintained original patina. This chair is a new classic, and would fit with almost any decor, in any space.

Image courtesy of Chair Couture.

Yum: green chippendale chair, original painting by J. Grumbles at Uptown Country Home.