Best of 2011 – Top 10 Designer Furniture Picks

2011 ran the gamut as far as modern design goes, from awe-inspiring yet functional elements courtesy of mega talents like Karim Rashid and Marcel Wanders to eccentric showpieces from new-comers like Sophie De Vocht.  Each of these pieces commanded attention in its own way, and without further ado, here goes the time-honored tradition of compressing 365 days of modern design, into 10 best pieces that moved us or made us pause.

1.  Loop Chaise by Sophie De Vocht for Casamania

2.  La Fiorita Sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Meritalia

3.  Inlay Cabinet by Front for Porro

4.  Babel Table by Marcel Wanders for XO

5.  Hexagon Stools by Steven Hall for Horm

6.  Splash Coffee Table by Karim Rashid for Tonelli

7.  Biknit Chaise Lounge by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso

8.  Canape Cactus by Maurizio Galante for Cerruti Baleri

9.  Flag Dining Table by Mauro Lipparini for Bonaldo

10. Cape Sofa by Kostantin Grcic for Established & Sons