Urban Ease carries furniture by Knoll, Herman Miller, Thonet, and International Contemporary Furniture (ICF), representing the best work by designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson, and Alvar Aalto. This grounding in mid-century classics extends to contemporary pieces by local designers and internationally recognized artisans. Urban Ease also exploits the many vernaculars of modern design with industrial goods such as stainless steel tables and cabinets, as well as area rugs made of natural fibers like wool and sisal. Exclusive to the Puget Sound area, Urban Ease offers contemporary sofas and chairs hand-built by Bombast of Vancouver, British Columbia. Available in several styles and options, sofas start around $2,000 and come with hardwood frames that won't wear out or sag. "I find it very satisfying that we can provide a handcrafted, uniquely designed, heirloom-quality sofa for the same price as a mass-manufactured piece," states Nadolny. "And ours come with unlimited u
