Few materials in furniture-making possess the versatility of wood. From delicate side tables to wardrobes that anchor an entire room, wood can be transformed into just about any design imaginable while maintaining a sense of natural beauty. The grain, texture and character of such pieces also help add a touch of the outdoors to any space.

Here are some of our favourites to warm up any interior; as a bonus, some offer even more than meets the eye.

King Living

The Heritage Oval Extension Table by Australian furniture brand King Living is the solution for those desiring a versatile yet compact seating arrangement for their dining room. Expandable by 80cm, the table goes from a six-seater to an eight-seater with the brand’s soft-touch extension technology — all while maintaining a clean look. Wood grain lines provide a hint of texture and personality. A fully integrated steel frame—a signature of King Living, seen also in its other pieces — ensures this table will stand the test of time.

Armani/Casa

Strange as its name sounds, the SUITE mute servant cabinet by Armani/Casa is actually a fascinating piece of furniture. On the outside, it’s an unassuming cabinet, but once opened, it boasts several hooks, collapsible shelves, a full-height mirror with an extension, hangers, a foldable stool, and a brush and shoe horn. There are also multiple compartments, containers and pockets to store just about anything. To top it off, the cabinet has its own lighting system that is automatically switched on whenever its doors are opened.

Tom Dixon

Self-taught British designer and founder Tom Dixon has works displayed in museums around the world, including the Museum of Modern Art New York. His Fan collection began with a single chair, created as a bold new take on the classic British Windsor chair. It’s since been expanded to include a dining chair, stool and table. The collection’s subtle curves make any space feel approachable and warm, while its minimal lines keep things modern.

Studio Kallang

Homegrown brand Studio Kallang’s solid wood Onde Shelf is inspired by Nyonya kueh, with its oblong, tiered structure akin to many varieties of the classic Asian snack; its beaded supports are nods to glutinous rice balls. Founder and designer Faezah Shaharuddin created this piece as a way for people to bring home a piece of local culture. The shelves are available in rounded or sharp-cornered versions; the beads can also be customised in either black or two-toned black-and-teak.

Fendi Casa

Part of Dutch designer Marcel Wanders’ first collection for Fendi Casa, this Cleo Armchair combines the best of old and new. A leather backrest that wraps around the wooden frame creates Fendi’s signature Pequin striped pattern. The “FF” logo is also rendered in a bronze finish on the ends of the armrests. As with most items from Fendi Casa, the Cleo Armchair is customisable, with different wood finishes, leathers and upholstery materials; it’s also available as a dining chair.

Living Divani

The Off Cut Bookcase was designed by Singapore’s very own design icon, Nathan Yong, for Italian brand Living Divani. Named for its construction of off-cuts from other products, the bookcase has six shelves with transparent tempered glass, formed by strips of wood — available in natural or charcoal-dyed variations — that give the piece a rugged, textured feel. It’s also surprisingly sturdy, thanks to stabiliser weights in the base shelf, making it a natural fit in any bookworm’s home.

Cassina

The Capitol Complex Table is Cassina’s take on a work by the late Swiss architect Pierre Jeanneret, who had initially designed a piece to go in the Legislative Assembly building of Chandigarh, India. The table is rendered in solid wood, with a minimalist vibe; the base crisscrosses to form a “V” for a little visual interest, even with its sleek lines. For those seeking a more contemporary look at home, the Capitol Complex Table comes with a float glass top; there’s also a wood top version.

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