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You are here: Home / Decor / Antique to Chic Upholstery

Antique to Chic Upholstery

October 13, 2011 by Allison 4 Comments

antique Louis XV style sofa from Antique2Chic reupholstered with Beatles fabric on the back - via AtticmagAntique2Chic’s bold fabrics modernize old pieces while allowing them to keep their vintage charm

A few years ago James Pickering was in New York visiting his friend, Timothy Warr, when the duo spotted a brightly upholstered chair in a shop window.  It was a poor quality reproduction piece but, despite its outrageous price tag, was attracting a lot of attention.  It was a “we can do that, but better” moment, and in less than an hour Antique2Chic was born.

Victorian framed antique sofa reupholstered with union jack fabric by Antique2Chic - via AtticmagWarr, a restorer and upholsterer, refashions antiques with a modern, visual approach to help change the way many people view antiques.  His bespoke pieces are refinished using traditional antique restoration processes. When it comes to sourcing fabrics, top well-known manufacturers as well custom designs are used. He is found of British fabric themes as well as pop culture and contemporary art fabrics.

coffee sack upholstered antique Victorian chaise lounge from Antique 2 Chic - via AtticmagSo when you inherit a vintage sofa from Aunt Fran that is just not your style, look at it from a different angle — one suggested by the Antique2Chic aesthetic. With a little imagination and restoration, and a bold choice of fabric, it can take a place of pride in your living room.

(Source: Antique2Chic)

You also may enjoy Boho Sofas

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Filed Under: Decor Tagged With: antique furniture, Antique2Chic, Atticmag, chaise lounge, furniture makeovers, James Pickering, modern reupholstery, modern upholstery fabrics, repurposing antiques, Timothy Warr, updating antique seat furniture

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  1. Bolso.me says

    October 13, 2011 at 6:31 am

    I love the second one!
    Regards

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  2. Beth says

    October 14, 2011 at 9:45 am

    Very cool! The first is my favorite!

    Reply

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