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For exhibit managers trying to pull off a themed display, finding just the right pieces of furniture can be the key to a design's success. But one might be tempted to think that the more unique the concept, the more likely that the furnishings will have to be custom made. However, the reality is that nothing could be further from the truth. Rental companies serving the exhibit and event industry have stockpiles of items that can do the heavy lifting for a themed space, whether you are looking for an accent table or an entire suite of furnishings. To tickle your imagination, here are a few fabulous pieces just waiting for the right exhibit to come along. By Cynthya Porter
Noguchi SofaPart furniture, part art installation, the roughly 10-foot-long Noguchi sofa is a statement piece that can serve as the cornerstone of a contemporary exhibit design. Provider: FWR Rental Haus Inc., www.fwrental.com
Butterfly Pub TableIf you're aiming for a look that's stylishly tropical, these slender, carved highboys just might do the trick. Crafted of solid mango wood, tables are 36 inches around and stand 41 inches tall. Provider: AFR Furniture Rental, www.afrevents.com
Hollywood LampWhen conjuring the glamour of old Hollywood, this replica floor lamp does double duty by blending form with functionality. The lamp is adjustable up to 67 inches tall, and its 29-inch shade will bounce back light from bulbs of up to 100 watts. Provider: Cort Event Furnishings, www.cortevents.com
Undercover ChairModeled after porter chairs from 16th century France, these elegant, hooded seats are a good way to ratchet up the look of historic glamor in an exhibit. Chairs, which are 62 inches high, are covered in durable gold vinyl, and when positioned in groups, they offer a stylish semiprivate setting for conversations. Provider: FWR Rental Haus Inc., www.fwrental.com
Dehli Cocktail TableThe look of hand-hammered metal and natural mango wood can be the perfect complement for a space aiming for industrial chic, and the Dehli cocktail table fits the bill with effortless grunge style. Measuring 48-by-24-by-18 inches, the table can be paired with coordinating pieces. Provider: Cort Event Furnishings, www.cortevents.com
Grass Love SeatAn exhibit with an outdoor theme can feel like a breath of fresh air, but why limit greenery to potted plants when you can turn your furniture into part of the oasis, too? This plush love seat covered with synthetic grass provides comfy seating and transports visitors to a pastoral setting far from the show floor. Provider: AFR Furniture Rental, www.afrevents.com
Cherner Arm ChairA seat so lovely it inspired Norman Rockwell's "The Artist At Work," the Cherner Arm Chair is a midcentury masterpiece that bestows an architectural grace on any retro booth design. Crafted of walnut with white leather, this replica chair channels the fine quality of its forefather. Provider: FormDecor Inc., www.formdecor.com
Eucalyptus Console TableFor a contemporary, natural style, this table is the perfect accent. The base is constructed of bleached and peeled stalks of eucalyptus that look as if they just sprung up from the forest floor. Provider: FWR Rental Haus Inc., www.fwrental.com
Corset ChairIf it's a come-hither look you're after for your booth, few pieces of furniture say it better than this sexy corset chair, which is dressed in chocolate-colored leather with matching velvet. Provider: FormDecor Inc., www.formdecor.com
Regale ChaiseMake your exhibit look more like a parlor than a trade show booth when you add sumptuous seating like this plush 6-foot chaise lounge in royal blue. Provider: AFR Furniture Rental, www.afrevents.com
Chloe Lounge ChairWhen you need seating fit for a queen, or at the very least a princess, nail it with this brilliant pink armchair that is sure to draw the would-be royalty you are after. Provider: FormDecor Inc., www.formdecor.com
Luis XL SofaThis striking Gothic sofa looks like it came straight out of Dracula's living room. Covered in black vinyl with a subtle reptile-like finish, the Luis XL sofa is 15 feet long and features a camel back and silver finishing nails. Provider: FWR Rental Haus Inc., www.fwrental.com
Carlo Bartoli Tube ChairBuilt on a sturdy metal frame, this whimsical chair, which was originally designed for Italian manufacturer Rossi di Albizzate, is covered with plush padding and wool-blend fabric in a variety of vibrant colors. Provider: FormDecor Inc., www.formdecor.com
Napoleon Arm ChairWhether you're providing tea for two or parlor seating for a crowd, cast an ornate aura in your exhibit with this chic chair from the Napoleon line. Provider: Cort Event Furnishings, www.cortevents.com
Bootleg TableWhether you're channeling pirates or winemakers in your exhibit, the 9-foot-long bootleg table adds a big theme element with its base constructed of wine-stained casks. Provider: FWR Rental Haus Inc., www.fwrental.com
Barbados 2 Bar TableBarbados 2 bar tables keep elegant designs on point with their curvy silhouettes and gleaming stainless steel finish. The 42-inch-tall tables can be paired with matching side tables. Provider: Cort Event Furnishings, www.cortevents.com
Urban Cowboy ChairSophistication meets the Wild West in this upholstered chair, which is a home-run accent for exhibits with any amount of western flavor. Provider: FWR Rental Haus Inc., www.fwrental.com
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