EXPERT INSIGHTS

A quick guide to G Plan furniture

urbn nest’s quick guide to what the term “G Plan” actually means and why vintage G Plan pieces are so sought after.

DESIGN ICONS

Jun 134 min read

Vintage IKEA Catalogues

Introducing the IKEA catalogues archive - perfect for researching vintage IKEA products and getting authentic mid century design inspiration

VINTAGE IKEA

May 302 min read

An IKEA Tirup chair sat adjacent to a loch in Scotland

The IKEA Tirup chair: a modern classic

The IKEA Tirup swivel egg chair was an instant modern classic chair design. Read urbn nest’s article to find out why it’s so special and how

VINTAGE IKEA

Mar 63 min read

The New Eclectic: How to Combine Vintage and Modern Styles

urbn nest teams up with Dr Kelly Smith, founder of SPELK studio, demonstrating how to successfully combine vintage and modern in your home

STYLING MID CENTURY

Jan 186 min read

Compact cabinets for compact spaces: Why everyone should consider narrow storage solutions

Why one of urbn nest's compact mid century cabinets and sideboards might be the perfect storage solution for your home

STYLING MID CENTURY

Nov 6, 20244 min read

Design insight: Renato Zevi's stylish chrome furniture

A short feature on Renato Zevi, a lesser-known Italian designer, known for his use of chrome and glass.

DESIGN ICONS

Oct 14, 20243 min read

Top 10 space-savers - January 2024

Our top 10 furniture pieces for smaller spaces.

STYLING MID CENTURY

Jan 25, 20245 min read

Top 10 teak - January 2024

Previewing our favourite 10 teak wood furniture pieces currently available to buy at urbnnest.com.

STYLING MID CENTURY

Jan 19, 20246 min read

One of our favourite coffee tables: The Nathan "cog"

Why the Nathan cog coffee table is a mid century gem which you need to know about

DESIGN ICONS

Jan 11, 20244 min read

Queen, Drake, Sam Smith and vintage 1980s lighting

How do our retro 1980s uplighters relate to some of the biggest music artists in the world? Tap to find out.

DESIGN ICONS

May 9, 20233 min read

Sax Duet: Our pair of rare vintage IKEA lamps

Introducing the quirky, rare IKEA SAX lamp, the scandi design classic which you NEED in your home

VINTAGE IKEA

Apr 28, 20232 min read

Articles exploring the stories behind the beautiful mid century style designs we create and sell and sharing tips on interior styling with mid century furniture.

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