Kinkyform and Electric Heat

Get your mind out of the gutter: Kinkyform is everything but the urban definition of the term. The German furniture company has been collaborating with up-and-coming artists to create illustration-laden pieces, and one of their selected works, aptly titled “The Chair featuring Electric Heat,” is as much a work of art as a piece of furniture. There is just something about an intricate, embellished design I find intriguing, like if I stare at it long enough I’ll discover something I hadn’t noticed before. What I really love is that the gold detailing is striking enough to add character to an otherwise simple piece, but subtle enough to complement other furniture in a room. As a former all-white furniture addict, these chairs are motivating me even further to add a touch of black to my apartment. Each chair comes complete with designer Nigel Dennis’ signature on the side. If his designs leave you yearning for more, be sure to visit his gallery at Electric Heat.

–Stephanie Young