Make way for Italian design

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Okay, so we all know that light is best when it comes to bedrooms, but would you go the whole hog and get rid of the bedside tables with shelves, to replace them with a small unit for the glasses on one side, and a practical table that reaches out, on the other?

Mirrors are conventional "" or are they? Check out this one that's reflecting a set of tall lights that look like, but aren't, uplighters. As for the piece of furniture "" is that a chair, or a table? Or maybe it's both, and a talking point in the bargain.

Asymmetrical shapes get a sense of symmetry in the minimalism that qualifies much of Italian design, but this free floating table from Cartella Stampa is an ideal working space for the modern home. Useful when having a cup of coffee or writing that report...

The Italian penchant for sofas runs high, but these? These ones from FEG are best for the holding area in a restaurant, a hotel lobby, or "" best of all "" airport lounge "" and you'll see how it works.

Comfort gets a whole new meaning with Matteograssi's "loom" chairs that would be the envy of a planter. Great for couch potatoes. For import information, contact international@federlegno.it