“Style and function, similar to a loose fitting garment,” enthused a happy customer upon purchasing several Space Savers wall systems one of the most innovative and technically advanced lines of transformable furniture sold exclusively in the U.S. at Resource Furniture on the Upper East Side.
Space Savers are manufactured in Italy by CLEI, a company whose research and development produce versatile solutions in designing innovative furniture used for multiple purposes in spaces with special requirements or limited dimensions.
Representing some of the best elements in Italian modern design, simple clean lines, strong colors and light in weight, these units are available in 30 different shades, 60 fabrics, 24 lacquers, 3 veneers, and 4 laminates. Each system is built on a vertical and technically constructed for easy transformation. A recent, inspired buyer of the Poppi Ponte wall system responded that it works so effortlessly her six-year old can maneuver the unit.
“Revolutionizing the planning and use of space requirements for an individual or family,” commented Ron Barth, co-owner of Resource Furniture, is at the cutting-edge of contemporary design. In other words, perfect furnishings for New York City apartment dwellers whether living in a studio, majestic pre-war apartment, or five story townhouse.
One example, a single mother of four whose children range in ages 10 to 18 years, is making the transition from a Westchester home to a 1450 square foot condo in Manhattan’s Soho. The owner hired an architect to help re-design a tight space to accommodate five (plus a St. Bernard), and in the process purchased seven wall systems to furnish the entire apartment. For the children’s room she bought two different units (in dazzling colors) one of which is a Cabrio Space Saving Systems with a desk configuration that lifts up and sets back exposing a twin bed. (Photo top shows system closed, and photo above, system open).
For the master bedroom, a sleek, elegant LGM system (these can include cabinets, shelves, or tables) rotates 180-degrees, in one swift movement, opening up to a Queen-sized bed. (Photos below).
First time apartment dwellers are often starting out and settle into studio apartments that present particular design challenges. With an eye toward simplicity and easy care, the Ullise Dining System blends in neatly along a wall in small quarters. A Queen wall bed with a 4-½ foot dining table remains parallel to the floor as the bed unfolds, a combination that solves multiple concerns. (Photos below).
The company’s web site is a great starting point to checkout the Space Savers’ portfolio for all the details and view a demonstration video. Plus, Resource Furniture sells several other eye-catching lines of European furniture that have limited distribution in the US.
Resource Furniture
969 Third Avenue
NYC 10022
212-753-2039
www.resourcefurniture.com
