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Pair of Poufs by Directional
By Directional
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of 1980’s ottoman poufs designed by Directional. Newly recovered in a jersey fabric
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

1980's Directional Swivel Lounge Chairs in Navy Blue with Brass Base
By Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning, highly sculptural lounge chairs designed by Directional Design. Amazingly comfortable
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

Directional 3 Piece Crescent Shape Sofa
By Directional
Located in Southampton, NJ
designs by Directional. The curved lines of this piece are exceptional. This is a very rare sofa and
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Pair of Chairs Designed by Larry Laslo for Directional
By Directional, Larry Laslo
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Chairs Designed by Larry Laslo for Directional, wooden legs have a faux burl wood finish
Category

1990s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Milo Baughman Designed Sideboard for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
hinges. Designed for Directional by Milo Baughman, and manufactured by Johnson Furniture in Grand Rapids
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Monumental Black Lacquered Low Table by Directional
By Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous black gloss lacquered pillow freeform low table by Directional. Monolithic and minimal in
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Large Swiveling Lounge Chairs by Directional
By Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Thoughtfully curated pair of vintage swivel chairs by Directional, circa 1980's. Acquire leisure
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Directional, Dresser, Walnut, Cane, USA, 1960s
By Directional
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and cane dresser designed and produced by Directional Furniture, USA, c. 1960s. Touch ups
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Sculptural Swivel Upholster Lounge, Side Chairs by Michael Wolk for Directional
By Directional
Located in North Miami, FL
stunning. These were designs by Michael Work for Directional in 1997. They have been newly re-upholstered
Category

1990s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Milo Baughman Dining Table by Directional
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Highland, IN
This classic mid-century dining table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional takes a simple
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Modern woven nubby cotton linen modular sectional sofa Directional
By Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
section is labeled by Directional design. Made in USA circa 1970. Located in Kingston NY for pick up or
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Upholstery

Walnut Highboy Cabinet by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Milo Baughman for the Directional Furniture Company, this handsome walnut mid-century
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

Mid-century Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage brass swivel lounge chairs designed and manufactured by Directional in the United
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

Channeled Postmodern Lounge Chair by Kipp Stewart for Directional
By Directional, Kipp Stewart
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Brass base with new nubby wool upholstery. Designed by Kipp Stewart for Directional.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool

Beautiful 1960s MCM Book Matched Rosewood Sideboard by Directional - Restored
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in St. Louis, MO
Beautiful minimalist Mid-Century Modern Rosewood three door sideboard by Directional, circa 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Hurricane Chair
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Houston, TX
hurricane chair designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional in the 1980s. This iconic chair retains the
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Directional Designs by Paul McCobb (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
given ((Eddie Secon Designs). The book features Paul McCobb's Directional Furniture Collection - some of
Category

Mid-20th Century Books

Materials

Paper

Directional Designs by Paul McCobb (Book)
Directional Designs by Paul McCobb (Book)
H 11.13 in W 8.75 in D 0.5 in
Vintage Chrome "Cityscape" Dining Table by Paul Evans for Directional
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional vintage “Cityscape” dining table designed by Paul Evans for Directional in the United
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Chrome

Milo Baughman for Directional Campaign Wardrobe
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This tall two piece wardrobe has all the right names attached! Designed by Milo Baughman for
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Chaise Lounge for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
This Mauve Scalloped Chaise Lounge, is a masterpiece designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional in
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Multi-Wood Expanding Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Magnificent vintage expanding dining table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional in the United
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Ebony, Oak, Rosewood, Walnut

Mixed-Woods "Gallery One" Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mixed-woods dining table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional's "Gallery One" line (ca. 1961
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Paul Evans for Directional 'Cityscape' Floor Lamp
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul Evans for Directional, 'Cityscape' floor lamp from the PE200 series, chrome-plated steel
Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

Paul Evans for Directional 'Cityscape' Floor Lamp
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
designed by Paul Evans for Directional, circa 1975. The “Cityscape” pieces became one of the most
Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

Space Age Style Off-White Club Chair By Larry Laslo For Directional
By Larry Laslo, Directional
Located in Southampton, NJ
upholstery over gold space age style turned legs designed by Larry Laslo for DIRECTIONAL. In outstanding and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Club Chairs

Materials

Steel

Paul Evans for Directional 'Cityscape' Floor Lamps
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
200) line is designed by Paul Evans for Directional, circa 1975. The “Cityscape” pieces became one of
Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

Paul McCobb for Directional Lounge Chairs- A Pair
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Rare pair of model 2014 lounge chairs designed by Paul McCobb for Directional furniture. Features
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Paul McCobb Two Piece Sectional Sofa for Directional
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A wonderful two piece sectional designed by Paul McCobb for Directional. Features conical walnut
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Larry Laslo for Directional Down Sofa, Pair Available
By Directional, Larry Laslo
Located in New York, NY
Modernist sofa designed by Larry Laslo for Directional featuring new Italian Ivory Boucle fabric
Category

20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Down

Paul McCobb for Directional Off-White Velvet Sofa, 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Miami, FL
. Literature: Paul McCobb, Directional Designs, p. 76. Throughout the years and many collaborations with
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

1960s Directional Petrified Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered Lounge Chair
By Directional, Kipp Stewart
Located in Germantown, MD
Rare 1960s Directional Furniture designed by Kipp Stewart, Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered and
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid Century Paul McCobb for Directional Lounge Chair 1950s
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Troy, MI
Exceptional lounge chair designed by Paul McCobb for Directional circa 1950s Sculpted alnut frame
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid Century Kipp Stewart “Arc Lounge Chairs” for Directional
By Kipp Stewart, Directional
Located in Baltimore, MD
A stunning pair of mid-century modern 1960s “Arc” lounge chairs designed by Kipp Stewart for
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Midcentury Paul McCobb for Directional Nightstands Cabinets Walnut
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
unique design by Paul McCobb for Directional Furniture line, circa 1960. Original metal tag label. You
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

1969 Paul Evans Floating Cabinet for Directional "Goop" Resin and Slate
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Directional. Uncommon design and a great floating presence. Two slate tops provide a surface for drink ware if
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Slate

Paul Evans for Directional Set of Eight Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Directional around 1965. This design excels in craftsmanship, material use, originality, and artistry. The
Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Bronze

Milo Baughman Model 5009 Revolving Book Table for Directional Custom Collection
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Littleton, CO
An exceptional side table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional's "Custom Collection" executed
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Mid-Century Model E-11 Floor Lamp by Paul McCobb for Directional, USA, c. 1950's
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Deland, FL
E-11 floor lamp designed by Paul McCobb for Directional. This architecturally stunning lamp is truly
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Paul McCobb for Directional Black Eight Drawer Chest with Brass Leg Posts
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Bainbridge, NY
original large Steel ring pulls. Balanced Sturdy. Great storage. Classic. As seen in Directional Designs
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Directional Black Two Door Cabinet with Brass Leg Posts
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Bainbridge, NY
. Sturdy. Great storage. Perfect Bar Cabinet. As seen in Directional Designs Catalog by Paul McCobb, PG. 30
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Paul Evans for Directional 'Cityscape' PE200 Side Table in Chrome and Brass
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul Evans for Directional, 'Cityscape' side table, from the PE200 series, chrome-plated steel
Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

Paul Evans PE 400 Series "Cityscape" Dining Table for Directional , USA 1970s
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Miami, FL
. Designed by Paul Evans for Directional, USA, 1970s.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Chrome

Paul Evans for Directional Brutalist Glass and Resin Coffee Table signed PE70
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Brutalist coffee table designed by Paul Evans for Directional, signed PE 70 ( model 132
Category

Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Epoxy Resin

Pair of Paul Mccobb Calvin Group Mahogany and Brass Nightstands for Directional
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Group Designed by Paul McCobb." Reference: Directional Designs: Paul McCobb, manufacturer's catalog, pg
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Custom Vintage "Directional" Co Illuminated Modern Sofas Pr In New Taupe Linen
By Directional, Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
to it. The left and right pair of sofas were designed and made by Directional in the 1980s. . They
Category

2010s North American Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

Paul Evans for Directional 'PE 68' Wall Unit in Bronzed Resin and Glass
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
glass, United States, 1970s Grand wall unit by Paul Evans, designed for Directional in the 1970s. This
Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Bronze

Larry Laslo for Directional Art Deco Oval Beige Bouclé Sofa Golden Diamond Legs
By Larry Laslo, Directional
Located in Miami, FL
Modern daybed, round sofa, oversized ottoman designed by Larry Laslo for Directional in the 1990s
Category

Late 20th Century American Art Deco Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Foam, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Design Channel Back Swivel Chairs
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Matching pair of stylish and very comfortable lounge chairs by Vladimir Kagan design for
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Paul McCobb for Directional Slipper Chair
By Paul McCobb
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A wonderful slipper chair designed by Paul McCobb for Directional circa 1960s. Great minimalist
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Expandable Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional, c. 1960s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Deland, FL
Seats up to 10 people. The dining table was designed by Baughman for Directional and is comprised
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

1970s High Back Dining Chairs by Paul Evans - Set of 6
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare and unique, 1970's, high back dining chairs designed by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture
Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Mid Century Cane Back Armchairs by Paul McCobb
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a gorgeous pair of cane back lounge chairs designed by Paul McCobb for Directional. The
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Cane, Walnut

1970s Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional 26 Pieces
By Kay Leroy Ruggles
Located in Monrovia, CA
1970s UMBO Modular Shelving Unit Designed by Kay LeRoy Ruggles For Directional, Made In The USA, 26
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Plastic

Set of Six Dining Chairs Designed by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of six dining chairs, designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, circa 1950s. This set has been
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Marvelous Milo Baughman for Directional Multi Wood Dining Table Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional with two 20" leaves. The table is made of rosewood
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Rosewood, Walnut

Set of Four Paul Evans Collection 77 Cantilevered Chrome Dining Chairs, USA 1977
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Miami, FL
seat and back. Designed by Paul Evans for Directional, Pennsylvania, USA 1977.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Kipp Stewart Midcentury Walnut Dining Table
By Directional, Kipp Stewart
Located in Atlanta, GA
Outstanding midcentury walnut dining table, designed by Kipp Stewart for Directional, American
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Paul Evans Cityscape Brass and Wood Side Table
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
wear, normal and consistent with age. Cityscape line, manufactured by Directional, designed by Paul
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair Paul Evans Cityscape Night Stands, Burl and Brass with Drawers, Signed
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare and fine pair of burl and brass Cityscape night stands / nightstands designed by Paul Evans
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Clam Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé 1980s
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
All enveloping luxurious comfort best describes this sexy Post Modern Chaise Lounge designed by
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

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Find many varieties of an authentic design by directional available at 1stDibs. Each design by directional for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. Your living room may not be complete without a design by directional — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A design by directional is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Directional, Paul Evans and Vladimir Kagan each produced at least one beautiful design by directional that is worth considering.

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A design by directional can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,950, while the lowest priced sells for $925 and the highest can go for as much as $20,000.
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