Are you looking for a unique vintage piece of furniture, a showstopper in a room? Then definitely check out The Vintage Vibe! This extraordinary vintage furniture definitely deserves a place in your greener list. Nicole Voogd, the face behind this (web) shop, turns vintage furniture into true works of art. Her secret: upcycling!
The Vintage Vibe: vintage furniture, but better
In collaboration with The Vintage Vibe
Nicole has a nose for beautiful antique, retro and vintage furniture. Sideboards, cabinets, coat racks, bedside tables, side tables, you name it. She scours for unique specimens and then puts her own spin on them. Is it furniture or is it art? As far as we're concerned, it's both! Paint it, wallpaper it or even saw it and completely rebuild it: Nicole uses all upcycling techniques to turn old furniture into something unique with a wow-factor.
Her technique is called ‘design upcycling’ and there is even a professional movement for it, of which Nicole is also a member. Nicole: ‘The House of Upcycling is the leading authority in the UK and Ireland on professional upcycling for interiors. As a member, you have to upcycle to a high standard and create original designs, be it art, lighting, home accessories or furniture.’”
Reducing waste: the core of upcycling
Have you ever heard of the phenomenon of ‘’fast furniture' heard? Not only in fashion, but also in the furniture business, one trend after another follows suit. The result? One moment certain colours, materials and furniture are in fashion and a year later they are already passé. And in the same way, with all the fun furniture and accessories that we can buy for next to nothing from the furniture giants to use for a few seasons, we are also contributing to a huge mountain of waste. As with choosing clothes, it is important not to choose fashion or trends, but to choose a style that suits you, so that you can continue to enjoy your interiors for years to come. One thing is for sure, with a vintage gem from The Vintage Vibe, you will never get bored of your interior. See for yourself!
Upcycling vintage furniture by The Vintage Vibe.
The Vintage Vibe is also happy to take on your heirloom
Do you have a treasured piece of furniture that could use a refurbishment? At The Vintage Vibe, you can also go for custom-made projects. Great! Nicole works on commission and can transform your furniture or heirloom into a unique design that perfectly suits your style and interior. This way, you not only give a second life to your furniture, but also to the memories attached to it.
Nicole hopes to inspire others to embrace vintage in their own interiors. A vintage furniture with a unique design not only gives your interior personality, but also contributes to a greener lifestyle. By choosing upcycled furniture you reduce your carbon footprint and support the circular economy.
In short, consider upcycling for your own furniture and take a look at The Vintage Vibe for inspiration, advice and great specimens.
More sustainable tips from thegreenlist.nl
- Also see: tips for finding great furniture on Marktplaats (which you can then upcycle again!).
- Also see: list of better fashion brands.
- Also see: Any experience with The Clothing Loop? Free clothes!
Photo credits: The Vintage Vibe.
