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Essential Home: the mid-century modern glow and Hollywood glamour
Essential Home is not just a furniture brand; it is an invitation to a sensory journey through the most iconic eras of world design. A true pioneer of the mid-century modern style, the house has established itself in Pacific Compagnie's catalogue through its unique ability to revive the golden age of the 1930s to 1960s with a resolutely contemporary boldness. Drawing inspiration from the flamboyant aesthetics of 1940s and 1950s Hollywood, it transforms cinematic memories and historical references into expressive furniture pieces, capable of metamorphosing any interior into a setting of prestige.
Essential Home's DNA rests on a promise of duality: creating a perfect balance between the nostalgia of a glorious past and the demands of today's luxury. Each piece tells a story, where the clean, functional lines of the 1960s meet the preciousness of sculptural and organic forms. This narrative approach to design allows the brand to offer a true lifestyle, an immersive experience where furniture becomes the protagonist of a warm, sophisticated and timeless space.
The brand's excellence also lies in its unwavering commitment to fine craftsmanship. Each creation is entirely handcrafted by master artisans who perpetuate ancestral savoir-faire while integrating cutting-edge technologies. This mastery enables limitless customisation: with a library of over 1,000 haute couture fabrics, rare marbles, noble wood essences and precious metallic finishes, each client can claim a unique piece, designed down to the finest detail. Present on the most prestigious international stages, from Milan to New York, Essential Home today embodies the elite of design, where every piece of furniture is a work of art destined to stand the test of time.
Pacific Compagnie unveils its five favourite Essential Home pieces
The Gable Armchair
The Gable armchair captures the essence of vintage Hollywood and brilliantly integrates it into the most contemporary bohemian interiors. Its open and bold silhouette, devoid of armrests, stands out with a low backrest and an elegant curve that immediately invites relaxation. The generous, fully tufted upholstery work testifies to exceptional artisanal savoir-faire. Upholstered in luxurious velvet available in a wide range of colours, it rests on a discreet metal base that ensures perfect stability without weighing down its iconic design. An ideal choice for punctuating a sophisticated living room or a hotel suite with an irresistible touch of glamour.
• Style: Retro glamour with soft lines and an elegant silhouette.
• Structure: Metal base ensuring discreet stability.
• Comfort: Generous padding and fully tufted seat.
• Upholstery: High-end smooth velvet available in multiple colours.

The Winchester Dining Table
A true centrepiece, the Winchester table plays on the contrasts between bold geometry and spectacular luxury. Its conical tubular base is supported by three wooden elements in a Black Glossy finish, creating a dramatic visual effect and a striking architectural composition. The circular glass top balances the triangular structure of the base, offering a transparency that highlights the polished brass details. This statement table immediately draws attention and transforms every dinner into a theatrical and exclusive experience.
• Design: Interplay of sculptural forms between triangular base and circular top.
• Materials: Black Glossy wood structure and polished brass details.
• Top: Round glass creating an elegant contrast with the density of the base.
• Use: Ideal for modern dining rooms and high-end projects.

The Turner Side Table
A vibrant tribute to the energy of Tina Turner, this side table fuses the mid-century modern spirit with refined Art Deco touches. Its solid polished brass structure features ingenious rotating arcs around a central post, creating a play of movement reminiscent of the brand's iconic lighting fixtures. Topped with a polished black marble surface for a striking contrast, it brings an electric energy and rare sophistication to contemporary living rooms and boutique hotels.
• Inspiration: Iconic energy and timeless luxury of polished brass.
• Innovation: Mobile rotating arcs around the central post.
• Top: Polished black marble bringing a noble mineral presence.
• Ambiance: Brings a theatrical and glamorous dimension to the space.

The Edith Sideboard
The Edith sideboard revisits the mid-century style with a feminine, soft and playful elegance, a true signature of the brand. This piece stands out for its rounded lines and full textile covering in high-quality fabric (pink colour shown), bringing an unexpected textural softness to the world of storage furniture. The refined and luminous Estremoz marble top harmonises perfectly with the polished brass base for a rich and unique visual effect. More than a sideboard, it is a joyful décor piece that instantly transforms any interior into a high-end space.
• Style: Retro-chic, elegant and rich in personality.
• Materials: Estremoz marble top and solid wood structure.
• Finish: Polished brass base and premium tufted textile covering.
• Design: Generous volumes and protective curves.

The Karlotta Sofa
Born from the organic and futuristic vision of Karim Rashid, the Karlotta sofa evokes sculpted pebble forms for a more human and comfortable world. Its asymmetric, enveloping volumes rest on a polished brass base, combining sensual modernity with radiant luxury. Featuring a soft and ergonomic seat, it is upholstered in high-quality fabric available in vibrant colours that make it the immediate focal point of any room. A perfect balance between absolute comfort and artistic expression.
• Inspiration: "Pebble" design and organic forms by Karim Rashid.
• Structure: Polished brass base bringing brilliance and sophistication.
• Comfort: Ergonomic and enveloping seat for total relaxation.
• Character: Artistic piece ideal for "arty" spaces and contemporary living rooms.
