Straw and driftwood made up the original versions, but Orkney chairs have come a long way from their modest island beginnings

Hybrid kitchen islands swap storage for a table-like look and more seating

With all that extra space for slicing and dicing, dual islands make even unsavory kitchen tasks palatable

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Overstuffed chairs have their place, but undersize ones have more. Tuck one in and watch guests flock over

An iconic 1950s chair with the simplicity of a flower is still the chair of today

Its sinuous silhouette pays homage to three iconic midcentury modern chair designs, but this seat is worth coveting in its own right

Elevate your dining space with classic chairs by some of the 20th century’s revered designers

If You Loved Sit-n-Spin as a Kid, You'll Adore These Turning Chairs

Graceful and practical as chilly days set in, high-back porter's chairs provide fetching, snuggle-ready seating for you and your guests