Blogs about vintage and mid-century design furniture

Discover our blogs on designers such as Cees Braakman, Louis van Teeffelen and Martin Visser. Learn about their vision, iconic collections and why their work is still loved today.


  • Cees Braakman, ontwerper voor Pastoe, aan het werk op een tekentafel

    Cees Braakman and Pastoe

    How did Cees Braakman's designs for Pastoe become icons worldwide? In this blog, read the story behind the Birch series, the Japanese series and the Made to Measure line. Discover why these mid-century classics are still beloved and how they find a place in modern interiors.

  • Louis van Teeffelen met sigaret

    Louis van Teeffelen and Wébé & AWA

    How did Louis van Teeffelen bring warmth and organic elegance to Dutch modernism with his designs for Wébé and AWA? In this blog, you can read the story behind his airy wall units, teak cabinets, refined tables, and the iconic AWA cow horn chair. Discover why these mid-century favorites are still loved today and how they find a place in modern interiors.


More than just inspiration

At Frümel, we believe that vintage designer furniture not only tells stories, but also deserves a new place in modern interiors. Our blogs give you background and inspiration, but in our collection you will also find original pieces by designers such as Cees Braakman, Louis van Teeffelen and Martin Visser.

Curious about our current selection? Discover the furniture we have carefully collected and restored.

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