GUBI

GUBI reissues 20th-century design classics alongside new commissions from contemporary studios, with a catalogue that spans GamFratesi, Greta M. Grossman and Louis Weisdorf. The Copenhagen-based house is known for the Beetle chair, the Pacha lounge and the Multi-Lite pendant, pieces that sit as easily in 2026 as they did on launch.
  • Bat Lounge Chair Bat Lounge Chair Dedar Karakorum 003
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  • Daumiller Armchair Daumiller Armchair
  • Stay Lounge Chair Stay Lounge Chair
  • Bestlite BL3 Floorlamp BL3 Brass Base Bone China Shade
  • Unbound Table Lamp Unbound Table Lamp Canvas
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  • Beetle Dining Chair Beetle Dining Chair
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  • Pacha Lounge Chair Pacha Lounge Chair
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  • FA33 Rectangular Wall Mirror Large FA33 Rectangular Wall Mirror Large Black
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  • Bestlite BL5 Wall Light Brass Base Bone China Bestlite BL5 Wall Light Brass Base Bone China
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  • Adnet Rectangular Wall Mirror Adnet Rectangular Wall Mirror
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    The current catalogue features GamFratesi (Beetle, Bat, Stay), Pierre Paulin (Pacha), Louis Weisdorf (Multi-Lite), Greta M. Grossman (Grasshopper, Cobra) and Paavo Tynell, among others. GUBI balances reissues with new design releases every year.

    The Beetle is GUBI's signature seat, a low, rounded form designed by GamFratesi in 2013, available in dozens of upholstery and shell finishes. It has become one of the most-specified lounge chairs of the last decade in restaurants and private homes alike.

    Production is distributed across trusted European workshops, coordinated from GUBI's Copenhagen studio. Upholstery is often finished in Italy or Denmark; metalwork runs through specialist manufacturers with long-standing relationships with the house.

    The reissued pieces carry the weight of design history, and the contemporary collections are built to the same specification as the originals. With proper care, most GUBI furniture will outlast several upholstery refreshes, which is typically how the house intends it to age.

    • Brand Focus: Gubi
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      Brand Focus: Gubi
      Gubi is the prestigious manufacturer behind some of our most popular designs. Its collection champions the works or design icons as well as modern designers to create a well-rounded portfolio. Its cutting-edge approach to design means Gubi lighting and furniture never falls short of perfection. We delved deep to discover more about the design house and the brains behind it. Who founded Gubi? Gubi and Lisbeth Olsen founded Gubi in Copenhagen in 1967. Gubi had always pushed design boundaries to explore new directions and in doing so created his own unique post-modernistic expression. A plethora of cultural references inspired each of his designs. This includes the rich tradition of craft found in their native Denmark as well as French cinema, Napoleon and a grand piano. Originally, the eponymously named design house focused on the Olsens’ own furniture designs. However, once the duo’s sons opened a concept store, Gubi evolved and began transforming into the company we know today. Gubi today Gubi has evolved over the years, forging an instantly recognisable aesthetic built on simple, arresting shapes. Its cohort of designers includes mid-century icons like Louis Weisdorf and Robert Dudley Best, as well as modern minds like GamFratesi and Oliver Schick. By introducing modern designers to its team, Gubi is cultivating a new era of design and encouraging it to progress. It also works hard to give overlooked icons of the past the recognition they deserve. As such, each of its designs blurs the lines between the past and the future. Iconic Gubi lighting Gubi’s vast collection includes a wide selection of modern lighting. So, we’ve hand-selected some of the most iconic among them to tell you a little more. Multi-Lite Pendant Light by Louis Weisdorf Louis Weisdorf’s Multi-Lite Pendant Light is an important design of his as it marks his passion for diversity. It steps away from his typical signature of using multiple repeating elements and embodies ‘golden era’ Danish design. As beautiful as it is functional, its shade is adjustable so you can direct the glow exactly where it’s needed. Gräshoppa Floor Lamp by Greta M. Grossman The playful Gräshoppa Floor Lamp is tilted backwards to gives the impression that the lamp is alive and stalking its prey. Following her retirement in the 1960s, Greta M. Grossman fell into relative obscurity. It wasn’t until Gubi reissued some of her most celebrated designs, including the Gräshoppa Floor Lamp that she reclaimed her place in our homes. Semi Pendant Light by Bonderup & Thorup The Semi Pendant Light was Claus Bonderup and Torsten Thorup’s entry for a 1968 competition by the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, School of Architecture. Unsurprisingly, its sweeping arc shape and cutting-edge craftsmanship won it first place. In the years that followed, it became a best-selling Danish design with recognition across the world. Like what you saw? Shop Gubi here.
    • Iconic Designer Brands At Heal’s
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      Iconic Designer Brands At Heal’s
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Sustainable brands at Heal’s Kartell Continuing to break the mould in furniture and lighting, each Kartell piece is made in collaboration with prestigious international designers such as Philippe Starck and Ferruccio Laviani. Ongoing research and innovation in industrial processes have enabled the Bio Componibili cabinet to be produced with a biopolymer made from renewable raw materials, derived from non-GMO agricultural waste. Linie Design Committed to sustainable design, Linie Design rugs are produced using slow craftsmanship, without machinery, and transcend trends and the transience of time and so are passed on as a treasured heirlooms. SCP Furniture Founded in 1985, SCP is firmly established as one of the UK’s most innovative and internationally respected manufacturers and suppliers of contemporary furniture. True to its founding idea, SCP makes design products that are beautiful, functional, and made to last. Mater Named after the Latin word for mother, Copenhagen-based design studio Mater serves as a daily reminder of our connection with mother earth. Mater limits its impact on the planet by using techniques that support local crafting traditions and the environment. Riva 1920 Based on the scenic coast of Lombardy, Italy, Riva 1920 creates contemporary crafted furniture using only the finest solid wood timbers. Each element is subjected to detailed qualitative and functional compliance checks, guaranteeing an authentic and completely natural product. Gandia Blasco Gandia Blasco, based in Valencia, produces its rugs in India by artisan rug makers. Sustainability has always been a priority for GAN. From the beginning, it has been the principle that has permeated all the processes of the brand: from the manufacture of its products and the renewal of artisan techniques to the preference for natural materials. Artisan brands at Heal’s Artisan Bosnian manufacturer Artisan is steeped in heritage. Having emerged from the traditional woodworking shop Ćostović, over 50 years of experience is poured into each creation. A genuine passion and appreciation of wood is fused into the entire manufacturing process.
    • Top 5 British Furniture Brands
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      Top 5 British Furniture Brands
      When we opened our doors back in 1810, we committed ourselves to showcasing the finest British furniture these four isles have to offer. We continue to do so today, with an unrivalled collection of designer furniture that’s made in both the UK and further afield. Each British furniture brand in our collection is specially selected to make sure it meets our high standards. Within our collection you’ll discover everything, from world-renowned British designers to up-and-coming brands who are just making their names. We also work with premium workshops across Britain to craft our exclusive collection. In this article we showcase some of the best British made furniture brands and their key designs. ercol Founded in 1920 and based in High Wycombe, ercol is one of Britain’s most famous furniture brands. Still family owned today, ercol has its own team of in-house designers who work alongside other UK designers to create wooden furniture that will last a lifetime. Integrity and quality are at the heart of everything ercol crafts, and you can tell just by looking at their creations. The ercol collection is full to the brim with responsibly sourced woods, expert craftsmanship and instantly recognisable silhouettes. Whilst taking their cues from traditional design, ercol’s furniture is firmly planted in the modern age, with gentle curves and functional shapes. If you like what you see, then why not discover more ercol furniture? Tom Raffield Cornwall based designer Tom Raffield is celebrated for his steam-bent lighting and furniture. Each piece within his collection is inspired by nature and beautifully handcrafted in the UK to the highest standards. Using traditional steam bending techniques, Raffield and his team work to create modern designs that are steeped in design heritage. Steam bending is also a surprisingly eco-friendly way to craft furniture. Not only are Raffield’s designs crafted using FSC-certified wood, but the labour-intensive technique uses less energy, creates little waste and shuns nasty glues. That makes it one of the more sustainable crafts around. Plus, the nature of steam bending means it’s hard to mass produce, meaning you can be sure every piece is expertly handcrafted. Discover more of Tom Raffield’s British made lighting and furniture. Heal’s beds We hate to toot our own horn, but a list of the best British made furniture would be incomplete without mentioning our own collection of beds. As you know, we like to offer our customers the very best. That’s why we work with a handful of specially selected British workshops to craft our Heal’s branded beds. Each of our UK made beds is expertly handcrafted using both traditional and modern techniques to guarantee it’s made to the highest standard. Did you know that we’ve been making beds since we started in 1810? Well, with over 200 years’ experience we like to think we know a thing or two about what makes a good night’s sleep. We infuse all the knowledge we’ve garnered over the years into each Heal’s bed, to make sure it helps you drift off to sleep in comfort. Interested? Then explore our collection of beds. Vispring mattresses Vispring has been improving the way Brits sleep since 1901, when its founders introduced their cutting-edge springs to the market. The British brand quickly became synonymous with luxury mattresses and was soon kitting out the beds on the world’s finest ships, a list of clients which notably includes the Titanic. But their mattresses aren’t stuck in the 1900s. Vispring continued to innovate throughout the years, and is still the name behind some of Britain’s best mattresses. Over time, they’ve experimented with fillings, using locally sourced natural materials like Shetland wool to pad their mattresses. Combined with their innovative spring technology, Vispring’s premium fillings help make their mattress some of the best in the business. For a luxurious night’s sleep, check out Vispring’s mattresses. Heal’s sofas When it comes to quality British made sofas, look no further than our own collection. We work closely with some of the UK’s most prestigious workshops to make sure every sofa is crafted to our exacting standards. That means solid hardwood frames and luxurious upholstery that will look great for years to come. Between them, our workshops have centuries’ worth of experience, meaning they’re well versed on how to craft a premium sofa. They draw upon this expertise with every creation, using a winning combination of traditional and modern techniques depending on the project. Best-selling British made sofas include the Tortona (pictured), Brunel and Lilli sofas.