Boston-based Greycork, which was founded by three friends (one from a woodworking family and two Rhode Island School of Design graduates) had IKEA firmly in its crosshairs when it released its first line of flat-pack tables and benches last year. Now, with their second collection, they’re adding a sofa, bookshelf, chaise, and coffee and side table to the mix—all with a cool, Scandinavian-meets-Mid Century aesthetic in woods including ash, white oak, and walnut.
Boston-based Greycork, which was founded by three friends (one from a woodworking family and two Rhode Island School of Design graduates) had IKEA firmly in its crosshairs when it released its first line of flat-pack tables and benches last year. Now, with their second collection, they’re adding a sofa, bookshelf, chaise, and coffee and side table to the mix—all with a cool, Scandinavian-meets-Mid Century aesthetic in woods including ash, white oak, and walnut.
There’s no question that IKEA is the go-to furniture and home décor source for both first-time apartment dwellers and design lovers out for the thrill of finding chic designs on the cheap. And while we’ll always have a soft spot for their affordable, design-savvy pieces, a slew of exciting new companies are giving the Swedish powerhouse a run for its money. From hand-made rugs, to wallpaper, kitchen and bath accessories, and sofas that fit in standard Fed Ex boxes, these five brands are bringing the competition.
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