There’s a quiet shift taking place in the world of interiors. One that moves away from the ephemeral, the mass-produced, and the algorithmically optimized. It’s a return to pieces that whisper stories, to objects shaped by hand, and to a slower, more soulful way of living.
In homes from Brooklyn to Bangkok, a new language of design is emerging—one rooted in memory, material, and meaning. A patinated brass mirror above a concrete console. A rattan lounger glowing softly in the afternoon sun. These are more than furnishings; they’re traces of lives lived, and invitations to reflect.
A New Standard of Beauty
More than a visual trend, vintage has become a value. In an age obsessed with the new, there's something radical in choosing the timeworn. A chip in the wood, a faded print, a joinery crafted by hand—they remind us that beauty is not always found in perfection, but in presence.
Vintage allows us to live with objects that have already had a life, and to extend that story in our own spaces. It’s sustainability not as a buzzword, but as a natural expression of care—for the past, for the planet, and for the poetry of well-made things.
A Curated Connection to Craft
At Surround Living, our approach is simple: we bring together the makers, collectors, and curators who share this reverence for the timeless. Each piece in our collection—whether a sculptural teak console or a weathered Persian rug—is selected with intention, to be both grounding and inspiring.
This is not about nostalgia. It’s about depth, about finding resonance between old and new, and about building homes that reflect who we are—not just what’s in style.
Design Tips from our Editors
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Layer with intention
Pair the 1970s Bentwood Vintage Dining Chairs (set of 4)—with their graceful cane seats and bent-wood curves—with a sleek modern dining table or minimalist backdrop to introduce mid-century warmth and texture to a clean-lined room.
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Let the piece breathe
Place the 90-years old Maroon Chinese Antique Hand-painted Sideboard as a focal point in a contemporary home office. From Dongbei China, once stored rice for generations. Hand-restored with care, and proudly displays original hand-painted floral paintings. Its delicately carved detailing contrasts beautifully with modern steel or concrete finishes, creating a centrepiece that tells a story.
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Balance old and new
A Vintage Orange Armoire Wooden Dresser brings bold colour and rich patina into a neutral space, and works exceptionally well against modern white walls or simple Scandinavian interiors for a graphic yet harmonious look.
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Introduce cultural character
An Ancient Chinese Dark Wooden Palace Lantern or 19th-century Chinese Elmwood Bench adds heritage and texture when placed in minimalist modern zones—think gallery wall or Zen seating nook—for quiet contrast and atmospheric depth.
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Preserve patina
Vintage pieces like Renaissance Revival Savonarola Chair, antique desk, and Hand-carved Italian Renaissance Revival Desk are intentionally shown with surface wear or fade. Embracing these signs of age not only honours their authenticity—it brings soul and context to contemporary interiors as advised by our designers.
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Start with one hero piece
Not sure where to begin? Let the 1920s Mermaid Pearl Antique Dining Table Set become your centrepiece. With richly carved mermaids lifting the tabletop and matching upholstered chairs, this set instantly creates a room that balances fantasy, history, and modern clean styling.
The Flea Market, Reimagined
There’s still magic in the hunt. But now, you don’t need to brave the heat or hustle. On the first weekend of every month, we host the Virtual Surround Flea Market—a curated celebration of the unexpected, the storied, and the beautifully imperfect.
The next one arrives August 1–3. For three days only, wander through exclusive vintage finds, all from the comfort of your screen. No crowds, just discovery.
Living with Intention
To live with vintage is to live with intention. It’s about letting your home reflect not just what you love, but how you want to move through the world—with grace, with curiosity, and with care.
Because in the end, vintage isn’t a look.
It’s a life well-lived.
