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Design

BY JESSICA DEIBEL

Sleek lines and smooth surfaces are back in style. Modern furniture is the new look for America's twenty-somethings and beyond. Often shown in vibrant colors or boxy shapes, the style has a futuristic twist. If you are in the market, numerous stores in the Washington, D.C. area offer these contemporary pieces.

 

LIMO BED OCCA COFFEE TABLE
The Limo Bed is the definition of modern with clean-cut edges and boxy shapes. Also shown are the drawer unit and nightstand, completing the modern look. Limo bed, $999; Drawer unit, $329; Nightstand, $199. Bo Concept 1763 U International Dr., McLean, VA 22102, (703) 556-4444, www.boconcept.us This Occa Coffee Table, shown in wengécolored veneer, is unlike any other. Complete with two fold out leaves for eating or entertaining; it even has a storage space underneath. Prices range from $759 to $799. Bo Concept 3342 M St. N.W., (202) 333-5656, www.boconcept.us

 

WALL-MOUNTED MEDIA SYSTEM NEWCASTLE CHAIR
Looking to save floor space? This custom built Wall-Mounted Media System, from Brazil can be made to fit your wall. System averages approximately $2,000 per panel. The system shown here is $10,000. Vastu, (202) 234-8344, www.VastuDC.com A modern interpretation of a wing chair, this custom made Newcastle Chair is the perfect spot to relax after a long day's work. It is available in thousands of textiles and nine wood stains. $1960. Vastu, 1829 Fourteenth Street, N.W., (202) 234-8344, www.VastuDC.com

 

TOGO SEATING COLLECTION NOMADE EXPRESS SOFA BED
The Togo Seating Collection, designed in 1973, is still one of the best selling collections in 2006. Its classic and comfortable design will never go out of style. $10,315. Ligne Roset, 3306 M St. N.W., (202) 333-6390, www.lignerosetdc.com The Nomade Espress Sofa Bed is modern at its best. With a simple yet stylish design, it is reminiscent of 1930s classics. $3,455. Ligne Roset, (202) 333-6390, www.lignerosetdc.com



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