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Luxury furniture
can be defined

as high-end

pieces crafted

with exceptional
attention to detail,

using premium

materials and

innovative design.

When luxury is not the intention from
the outset, it becomes evident in the
final result.

Luxury furniture is typically made from
the finest materials, not only chosen
for their appearance and texture,
but also for their inherent substance.
Whether it’s solid hardwood, marble,
or metal, true luxury pieces tend to feel
heavier due to the density and mineral
content of their raw materials. (Wood,
for instance, naturally absorbs trace
minerals from the soil during its growth,
t is characterised by sophisticated The key to creating furniture that contributing to its weight.)
design, high-quality materials, expert looks and feels luxurious lies in
Icraftsmanship, and meticulous allowing the designer freedom Solid woods such as mahogany, oak,
finishing. Often, these pieces incorporate to push boundaries. This creative or walnut should feel substantial and
materials such as moulded plywood, discretion results in ranges that are display visible grain patterns with a
polished steel, high-grade timber, expressive, innovative, and challenge refined, smooth finish. In contrast, lower-
premium fabrics, metal, glass, and even conventional perceptions of style and cost alternatives like MDF (medium-
plastic when innovatively applied. The aesthetics. For example, a distinctive density fibreboard) or particleboard are
experience of owning and purchasing lighting feature can illuminate a room lighter and less durable.
luxury furniture should be both seamless while perfectly complementing its
and enjoyable. overall ambience. For upholstered furniture, luxurious
fabrics such as velvet, linen, or full-
Good design is the foundation of stylish Another defining aspect of luxury grain leather are commonly used. These
and functional furniture, whether furniture is the attention to detail materials not only age well but also
modern or classic. The finest creations embedded in each product. There is offer rich texture and colour depth. In
meet every need, from the decorative a marked difference between a piece comparison, synthetic or low-quality
elegance of a large wall mirror to the that has been thoughtfully conceived leathers and fabrics tend to wrinkle,
practical cohesion of matching living and executed and one that is mass- fade, or peel quickly, revealing their lack
room suites. produced or created on impulse. of authenticity.

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