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Mid-century design has captured the hearts of design enthusiasts worldwide, and it's easy to see why. Because from its innovative designs to its enduring quality, vintage design continues to inspire and captivate. Thus, we at De Vreugde Design are passionate about...

Plastic design has become an icon for the mid-century era. It's the period in which designers began experimenting with new materials. They wanted to create innovative furniture designs that would change the world of design forever! One of those materials was plastic....

Pastoe, a Dutch furniture manufacturer, is known for creating innovative designs and high-quality craftsmanship. Founded in 1913, the company has a rich history of producing furniture that is both functional and appealing. In this post, we will take you through some...

Artifort is one of our favourite Dutch furniture manufacturers. Not only ours, but they are popular worldwide! They have been creating innovative designs since 1890. Known for their mid-century pieces, Artifort has collaborated with renowned designers. For example...

Sleeping sofas. You gotta love them! A practical solution for smaller interiors of for those who expect regular stay-overs. They are often not thought of as style-icons, but we at De Vreugde Design know that they absolutely can be! For example, we L-O-V-E the designs...

Here at De Vreugde Design, we take pride in adding "& Collectables" to our name. Every now and then we bump into a collectable so unique, we just have to share it with you! Jan Willem has a new-found passion for so called "microcars" and has now imported a Heinkel...

They are hard to resist, easy to love and a guaranteed family favourite once introduced to the interior: rocking chairs! After hard a long day, nothing is as relaxing as sitting down in your beloved chair, gently rocking back and forth. A brief history The rocker...

Being located in the Netherlands, we at De Vreugde Design have a special place in our hearts for Dutch design. One of the most recognizable techniques used by the Dutch in the mid 20th century, would be the use of rattan in furniture. From chairs and tables to...