Rodgers of York – contemporary furniture for classic looks

But where do the phrases come from and what do they actually mean?

They are actually two distinct descriptions. Modern design is defined as between the late 1800s and the mid 1900s, with mid-century designs of the 1950s and 1960s being particularly popular.

Modernism was an art movement which crossed over into design influencing both architecture and interiors. No longer just functional, furniture had to look good as well as do the job.

In the aftermath of the second world war cutting back on materials also had an influence on furniture design – stripping back furniture to the clean lines and minimalist looks we think of from this period.

Contemporary means now – of the moment. So contemporary furniture is the style of our age. Of course this is always changing, developing and drawing inspiration from the past and the present.

Contemporary furniture and designs can incorporate fashions in colours, advances in technologies and new materials and emphasising a particular look – currently highlighting greys, beiges and shades of white.

Contemporary design at Rodgers

Rodgers of York offers a range of contemporary furniture and furnishings for your home.

Here they selected a few of their stockists to explain a bit more about the design elements behind the furniture, and why these contemporary pieces could be the design classics of the future – because great design and quality manufacture lasts longer.

Ercol

Ercol is an iconic timeless British brand established in 1920 by Italian designer Lucian R Ercolani. He was intent on designing and producing relevant and honest furniture. Design has always been at the heart of Ercol. Their designs are always contemporary as they constantly evolve their products to reflect how we live today. Across all their ranges of dining, living room and bedroom furniture, design is central – design for comfort, design for function, design for looks.

Stressless

The Norwegian manufacturer Stressless developed the first recliner designed to meet your body’s needs for movement and support when seated. The recliner set a new standard in comfort and functionality and offered a wide range of features, including the Glide system that follows your movements, to the Plus system for correct neck and lumber support.

A contemporary element in furniture design is sustainability. People want to tailor their furniture choices to reflect a more sustainable ethic. Stressless meet this criteria, being green is much more than a claim to them – it is a way of life. When purchasing a Stressless product you are investing in comfort, but also making a sustainable and responsible choice – their products are so well made they will last a lifetime.

Venjakob

Venjakob are the epitome of contemporary furniture design. They manufacture dining and living room furniture, with incredible precision, quality and love for detail. They take the traditional ideas of heritage craftsmanship and combine with state of the art processing methods. The result is furniture ranges that stay beautiful for years and become a highlight of your home and part of your family.

Disselkamp

The German manufacturer Disselkamp manufacture stunning contemporary ranges of bedroom furniture. The family-run company craft bedroom furniture using real, authentic wood veneers, including wild oak, walnut, heart beech and champagne birch. All the ranges are available in different finishes, and high gloss or black combinations are also available. The Disselkamp style runs across all its ranges, meaning it is easy to mix and match pieces and create the perfect bedroom.

Gwinner

Gwinner’s living and dining ranges have a contemporary design. Each of their ranges are unique and all equally beautiful. Each of the ranges is made up of customizable modular elements and matching dining and coffee tables, so you can easily achieve a consistent whole look for your living room.

The high level of customization with each Gwinner range is a fantastic element, enabling you to create stunning living spaces and make a real design statement in your home.

Discover more by visiting their website here or their showroom at Monks Cross, Julia Ave, Huntington, York YO32 9JR