Issue #022

Happy Saturday, and welcome to issue #22 of the Inside Look.

This week, we’re reviewing a modular sofa from Cozey, a Canadian brand that’s just launched in the U.S. We also spoke to Outer’s co-founder about it ambtion to inspire us to spend more time outdoors.

And we take a tour of a stunning great room in a home in suburban Hauppauge, NY, that sits on a private golf course.

Let's dive in.

— Ash, Editor of the Inside Look.

The Roundup: Latest reads and product launches

Reviewing Cozey’s sofa-in a box: A versatile, modular sofa that can adapt to your lifestyle

Cozey has just launched in the U.S. and we gave the Cozey Ciello sofa a thorough at-home test.

Read here.

Outer is reimagining outdoor furniture for better living outside

Outer wants to inspire us all to spend more time outdoors. We interviewed its Co-founder Jiake Liu to learn more about its mission.

Read here.

Where to find solid wood furniture that’s worth the money

Get the perfect solid wood furniture for your home with this quick guide.

Read here.

Albany Park’s Camel Velvet Kova

Albany Park has released its popular Kova Sofa in a new Camel Velvet color.

Shop here.

Juniper Platform Bed

The Juniper bed frame gets its striking look from unique Tasmanian Blackwood.

Shop here.

Insider Insight: Small space furniture

We consulted the experts for tips and tricks to consider while arranging small spaces. Here are a couple of tips:

This about storage

Kristin Patrician recommends using decorative baskets and accent boxes to hide personal items like throw blankets, television remotes, and smaller items that would otherwise become an eyesore. Additionally, she suggests paying specific attention to storage when looking at new furniture, and to “choose pieces that have built-in storage such as drawers, shelves, or hidden compartments.”

Emily Williams adds that making sure you “maximize everything” is key, from built-ins to multipurpose tables and shelves.

Innovative pieces such as storage headboards and entryway benches can provide storage for the essentials while adding a touch of creativity to any space.

Opt for flexible pieces of furniture

When considering furniture for small spaces, it’s helpful to choose pieces that are relatively versatile. “Flexible pieces that can move around the room, or out into another space if you need them to, are perfect,” says Deanne M. Bridenstine. “Side chairs or bar stools that you can move, pouf-style ottomans, and martini or coffee tables are all adaptable.”

For those considering a sofa that has the capability to adapt to an ever changing space, Chris Walsh recommends modular sofas, as “you can build out the piece with the dimensions of your space in mind, and then add or remove as you see fit.”

Check out our expert advice on finding the perfect furniture for small spaces here.

Home Spotlight: Inside a stunning modern farmhouse great room in Hauppauge, New York

This home in suburban Hauppauge, NY, sits on a private golf course. The greenway-facing, double-story windows of its great room provide mesmerizing views; the feature most loved by the homeowners.

“The room’s design was influenced by the homeowner’s passion for modern farmhouse style and their desire to preserve the breath-taking views, but improve privacy and light control,” explains Doreen Amico-Sorell, founder of Sorell Interiors and lead designer on this project. “They also wanted ample seating in the small space and did not want to change the existing Brazilian Cherry floors.”

Take a tour of this living space here.

That's all for this week. Enjoy your weekend and please let us know what you think to today’s email — we’d love your thoughts, so we can make each issue great.