Meandering through time

The Greek Key was the most important motif of ancient Greece, and the most common decorative element in Greek and Roman art. It is common in present day architecture as a neoclassical element. It symbolizes infinity and unity, and provides the geometric basis for fretwork. Rather suprisingly, it is also known as the Meander, recalling the twisting and turning path of the Maeander River of southwestern Turkey. The path leads us to these striking accents ~

Hand painted floral details, three drawers and intricate fretwork make for the perfect Mirrored Desk, through Pieces, Inc.

Michael Berman's Midtown Lounge Chair is looking decidedly uptown!

With the classicism and formality that typifies Wedgewood, the gold-rimmed Dynasty.

Inlaid mother of pearl and silver leaf accent the Cicero Occasional Table from Belle Meade Signature.

Exclusive for Kravet Couture, Grand Key/Taupe #9307.16, is 118" wide, made from CS Trevira.

The Galon Athenee Tape (1-1/2" and 3" widths, 25 colors) from Clarence House and the Aristotle Greek Key Border (5/8", 1-3/8", 2-3/4" widths, 17 colors) from Samuel & Sons Passementerie provide the perfect finishing touch.

Leontine Linens contrasts terra-cotta linen with tan poplin trim in their Pamela bedding.

Borrowing from the past for a fresh look for today.

Hip + Elegant = Michael Berman

The cool, classic stylings of Michael Berman are evident in everything he touches; from his textile and rug collection designed for Kravet, tiles for Walker Zanger, luxurious bath fixtures for Rohl, his "Trans-Modern" furniture line, to the interiors he designs for a world-class clientele. His unique blend of style, glamour and livability never fails to intrigue, and captures the imagination, recalling decades past, while still firmly ensconced in a modern lifestyle.

Delineate/Malt in a cotton and viscose blend for Kravet. Also available in 2 other colorways.

Walker Zanger puts it all together with the Studio Moderne collection. Shown: Marquis Octagon/Rectangle in Mica Gloss and Plaza Deco in Calacata/Grey.

The Elgin Bed available in a host of finishes.
Instantly recognizable - the Tangier Hassock, 3 versions. Available COM or COL.

Mid-century sleekness re-imagined and wood-wrapped, the London Sofa, 1-Arm. Also available in 2-Arm version.

Reflective luxury, the Dresden Mirror. Perfect for that spot above a console.

The Mason 3-Light Pendant in a dark oil-rubbed bronze finish on chiseled metal.

Beautify your home with the help of Michael Berman.

A recamier by any other name...

...and actually, known by many other names; fainting couch, dormeuse, day bed, chaise longues. From the sleek to the fantastical, all are wonderfully functional, decorative and can be used in a variety of settings.

The classic Barcelona Couch by Mies van der Rohe, manufactured by Knoll in accordance with the exacting specifications of the 1930 original, through Design Within Reach.

Cleverly adjustable bolster cushions highlight the contemporary beauty of the chaise by Kevin Walz for Ralph Pucci.

With skirt or without, with button tufting or without, the Andante by Kravet offers almost limitless choices with 60,000 fabric options, or COM.

The sinuous curves of the one of a kind Boudoir Chaise in wool challis with chenille lumbar pillow at Irwin Feld Design.

The unusual Root Wood Recamier, c. 1890, at George N. Antiques through 1st dibs.

Thomas Pheasant brings classic style to his Paris Chaise Lounge for Baker.

A Louis XVI style dormeuse by David Michael.