Modern retro

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about modern retro

News • News • 24 Oct 2022

FoodX Poznan by Mode:lina™ is a nourishing nostalgia of the 90s aesthetic

A restaurant and bar in downtown Poznan, FoodX is a one-stop for quirky ideas, bold street art, food and visuals. Designed by Mode:lina™, the project incorporates some of the strategies developed in the food brand’s previous projects as well as their visual identity using a striking colour palette and neon lights.  Patryk Lewiński The peculiar menu offered by the FoodX concept's brands, Mr Pancake Poznan, Pizza boyz, Ghost Burger and Vegan Pizza Club, served as a direct inspiration for the design. The street style menu translates into space design with vivid colours derived straight from the 80s and 90s era's lively pop music videos. Patryk Lewiński Dominated by a glowing colour gradient that runs throug... More

Product • By LODES • Nostalgia

Nostalgia

Nostalgia is a pendant lamp that evokes the charm of the past, interpreting the concept of versatility in a completely contemporary way. Elegant and delicate, it is available in three soft and sinuous shapes that celebrate the ancient art of blown glass even when the lamp is off. When lit, it radiates a warm, direct light that can be modulated using a dimmer to create evocative, timeless atmospheres. Caption Caption Thanks to six refined finishes that enhance the silhouette of the diffuser and two mounting and cable options, Nostalgia inspires lighting and decorative solutions that transform the perception of spaces: from the bedroom to the kitchen, from the entrance of a hotel or restaurant to prestigious living areas, it establ... More

Project • By Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. • Private Houses

The Helton Residence

Here are a few photos of the great room in my house. I designed it 14 years ago, and it is located in the Bender's Landing subdivision, which is in Spring, Texas. Many of my clients like to see an example of an open floor plan, and my great room is a good example. It is a 600+ square foot room, that encompasses the living room, dining room, foyer, music room, and a little extra space in the middle. It is open to the kitchen/bar/breakfast area on one side, and to the hallway that leads to the bedrooms on the other. More

Product • By Commune • BRUNO TV UNIT

BRUNO TV UNIT

The Bruno furniture collection features rustic finished acacia wood laid in a classic herringbone pattern, paired fashionably with age-worn brass. With its modern vintage and Art Deco elements, the collection was designed for individuals who appreciate old-world elegance in the modern age. The Bruno collection merges the trendy rustic chic and tropical urban tribe styles, with the choice of tropical acacia wood providing a feel of tropical nature within the urban living space. Acacia wood was picked specifically for its wild grains and knots which add character to each individual piece, to make each piece uniquely different for the bold homeowner in the city. The detailed herringbone visual pattern adds sophistication and nostalgi... More

Product • By Commune • BRUNO COFFEE TABLE

BRUNO COFFEE TABLE

The Bruno furniture collection features rustic finished acacia wood laid in a classic herringbone pattern, paired fashionably with age-worn brass. With its modern vintage and Art Deco elements, the collection was designed for individuals who appreciate old-world elegance in the modern age. The Bruno collection merges the trendy rustic chic and tropical urban tribe styles, with the choice of tropical acacia wood providing a feel of tropical nature within the urban living space. Acacia wood was picked specifically for its wild grains and knots which add character to each individual piece, to make each piece uniquely different for the bold homeowner in the city. The detailed herringbone visual pattern adds sophistication and nostalgi... More

Product • By Commune • BRUNO END TABLE

BRUNO END TABLE

The Bruno furniture collection features rustic finished acacia wood laid in a classic herringbone pattern, paired fashionably with age-worn brass. With its modern vintage and Art Deco elements, the collection was designed for individuals who appreciate old-world elegance in the modern age. The Bruno collection merges the trendy rustic chic and tropical urban tribe styles, with the choice of tropical acacia wood providing a feel of tropical nature within the urban living space. Acacia wood was picked specifically for its wild grains and knots which add character to each individual piece, to make each piece uniquely different for the bold homeowner in the city. The detailed herringbone visual pattern adds sophistication and nostalgi... More

Product • By Commune • BRUNO CONSOLE TABLE

BRUNO CONSOLE TABLE

The Bruno furniture collection features rustic finished acacia wood laid in a classic herringbone pattern, paired fashionably with age-worn brass. With its modern vintage and Art Deco elements, the collection was designed for individuals who appreciate old-world elegance in the modern age. The Bruno collection merges the trendy rustic chic and tropical urban tribe styles, with the choice of tropical acacia wood providing a feel of tropical nature within the urban living space. Acacia wood was picked specifically for its wild grains and knots which add character to each individual piece, to make each piece uniquely different for the bold homeowner in the city. The detailed herringbone visual pattern adds sophistication and nostalgi... More

Product • By Commune • BRUNO SIDE CHAIR

BRUNO SIDE CHAIR

The Bruno furniture collection features rustic finished acacia wood laid in a classic herringbone pattern, paired fashionably with age-worn brass. With its modern vintage and Art Deco elements, the collection was designed for individuals who appreciate old-world elegance in the modern age. The Bruno collection merges the trendy rustic chic and tropical urban tribe styles, with the choice of tropical acacia wood providing a feel of tropical nature within the urban living space. Acacia wood was picked specifically for its wild grains and knots which add character to each individual piece, to make each piece uniquely different for the bold homeowner in the city.  More

Product • By Commune • BRUNO ARM CHAIR

BRUNO ARM CHAIR

With its modern vintage and Art Deco elements, the Bruno collection was designed for individuals who appreciate old-world elegance in the modern age. The Bruno collection merges the trendy rustic chic and tropical urban tribe styles, with the choice of tropical acacia wood providing a feel of tropical nature within the urban living space. Acacia wood was picked specifically for its wild grains and knots which add character to each individual piece, to make each piece uniquely different for the bold homeowner in the city.  More

Product • By Commune • BRUNO SIDEBOARD

BRUNO SIDEBOARD

The Bruno furniture collection features rustic finished acacia wood laid in a classic herringbone pattern, paired fashionably with age-worn brass. With its modern vintage and Art Deco elements, the collection was designed for individuals who appreciate old-world elegance in the modern age. The Bruno collection merges the trendy rustic chic and tropical urban tribe styles, with the choice of tropical acacia wood providing a feel of tropical nature within the urban living space. Acacia wood was picked specifically for its wild grains and knots which add character to each individual piece, to make each piece uniquely different for the bold homeowner in the city. The detailed herringbone visual pattern adds sophistication and nostalgi... More

Product • By Commune • BRUNO DINING TABLE

BRUNO DINING TABLE

The Bruno furniture collection features rustic finished acacia wood laid in a classic herringbone pattern, paired fashionably with age-worn brass. With its modern vintage and Art Deco elements, the collection was designed for individuals who appreciate old-world elegance in the modern age. The Bruno collection merges the trendy rustic chic and tropical urban tribe styles, with the choice of tropical acacia wood providing a feel of tropical nature within the urban living space. Acacia wood was picked specifically for its wild grains and knots which add character to each individual piece, to make each piece uniquely different for the bold homeowner in the city. The detailed herringbone visual pattern adds sophistication and nostalgi... More

Product • By Commune • ROVER TV UNIT

ROVER TV UNIT

An original design by Commune, with its clean and dignified lines portraying a timelessly classic and stately feel, the Rover furniture collection is true to its namesake: capturing the spirit of pioneers through its recollections of globetrotting adventure. Designed to be elegant yet contemporary, the Rover collection entreats guests to relax. Paired with modern vintage brass-finished wire grilles for a retro look, the traditional, rich, dark and warm colour palette of the Rover collection captures the flavour of owning a heritage, laidback country home with the romantically nostalgic appeal of the equestrian chic. More

Product • By Commune • ROVER COFFEE TABLE

ROVER COFFEE TABLE

An original design by Commune, with its clean and dignified lines portraying a timelessly classic and stately feel, the Rover furniture collection is true to its namesake: capturing the spirit of pioneers through its recollections of globetrotting adventure. Designed to beelegant yet contemporary, the Rover collection entreats guests to relax. Paired with Art Deco-inspired brass inlays and the sophistication of genuine leather, the traditional, rich, dark and warm colour palette of the Rover collection captures the flavour of owning a heritage, laidback country home with the romantically nostalgic appeal of the equestrian chic. More

Product • By Commune • ROVER dining table

ROVER dining table

The ROVER collection is designed to be a glamorous reminder of the world of the leisure class, with its strong traditions of hunting, horse racing, country club visits and exotic travel. To achieve this, the rustic-modern collection utilises hints of dark tropical wood, European beech, vintage-inspired leather, traditional British tweed, wire grills and brass caps. The traditional, rich, dark and warm colour palette and cosy textures capture the flavour of owning a heritage, laidback country home with the romantically nostalgic appeal of the equestrian chic. More