Guest Picks: All Squared Away

The simple square offers endless possibilities in design. It adds a calming symmetry to a room, particularly when contrasted with more organic forms. It’s hip to be a little square! — Lori from automatism

LC2 Petit Modele Armchair, Chrome Frame, Black Leather - $3,835The classic LC2 Petit Modele armchair by Le Corbusier offers comfortable seating and ageless elegance.

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Tablo Table, Square, White - EUR 220Charmingly simple, the Tablo table by designer Nicholai Wiig Hansen for Normann Copenhagen uses the contrast of smooth white and textured wood to great effect.


Blomus Relaja Square Aromatherapy Burner - $33.29Enhance your living environment with the Relaja square aromatherapy burner by Blomus — just add your favorite scented oils and enjoy.


Ferm Living Squares Blanket - $159The Squares blanket by Ferm Living would be nice on a bed or as a stylish throw on the sofa.


Black Cowhide Pouf - $975A great choice for smaller spaces, this cowhide pouf from Black Rooster Decor can be an ottoman, a seat or a side table. It has such great texture.


Kotona Noteboard, Fuchsia, Large Square - EUR 79Available in four colors, the Kotona Noteboard by Mia Battilana is a useful combination of magnetic board and whiteboard — and it would add a great pop of color to your office or home too!


Kallax Shelving Unit, Birch Effect - $139Get all those books, collectibles and other odds and ends organized with the Kallax shelving unit.


Frank Stella ‘Conspiracy’ Lithograph, 1971 - $2,750This Frank Stella “Conspiracy” lithograph from 1971 not only plays optical tricks on the viewer, but adds pop art style to a space.


Krusin Side Table With Glass Tabletop, Ebony - $704Combining lightness of form with a strong graphic quality, the Krusin side table by Marc Krusin is a great way to add interest to a small space.


Chimo Square Wood Basket - $220.49Sort your firewood in style with the Chimo wooden rack by Blomus. I love its clean, modern lines.Buy on Houzz


Little Urban Square-Shaped Recycled Glass Soap Dispenser by Rail 19 - $20.50Make washing up more aesthetically pleasing with this square recycled glass soap dispenser from Rail 19 on Etsy. There’s a choice of three different pump styles.


‘Blaze’ Wall Art - $129With its midcentury vibe, the copper-toned metal “Blaze” wall art piece is a great way to dress up a dull wall in a modern room.


Cutting Board/Serving Platter, Walnut, Large Square by Butternut Brooklyn - $95Handmade of walnut, this lovely cutting board and serving platter by Butternut Brooklyn looks equally good in use and on display in a kitchen.


Wool Squash PillowAdd a pop of color to a gray, black or white sofa with this orange wool square pillow from Room & Board.


Manado Square Round Basket - $69.95A softer, more organic approach to the square, this Manado basket from Crate & Barrel is a great way to add texture to a modern space.


Muse Small Square Ceiling Light - $532.80The Muse ceiling light by Axo Light has a supersmart feature: The elastic fabric is removable for washing. No more teetering on a chair, waving a duster above your head!Buy on Houzz


Mercer Square Appetizer Plates, Set of 8 - $20.95This set of Mercer appetizer plates would look just as good keeping jewelry and small collectibles tidy as it would serving canapés.


Bendt Basket - $29.95Organize your desk, kitchen, closet or laundry room with this retro-looking metalwork Bendt basket.


Frame Side Table - $349Light and elegantly geometric in form, the Frame side table would be great in a small living room or bedroom.


Groggy Coasters, Square, Stainless Steel, Set of 6 - $6.99Give your next cocktail party extra style (and preserve your wood tables too!) with this set of Groggy square stainless steel coasters.

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