Function over form

When Form Follows Function
Originally uploaded by queenbeeamy

Seems I'm not the only one who noticed that furniture shows were more subdued this year. The WSJ ran an article [subscription may be required] discussing the Milan show and noted that gone are the days of iconic attention getting pieces. In its place are thoughtful, functional pieces that get their cache from craftsmanship and perfectly executed details rather than outrageous design. Personally, I'm fine with the shift.