GoWFB.com Furniture Reviews Archive - Evan Roberts

Glasgow Twill Sectional Sofa by True Contemporary Review

Modern Sectional Sofa - March 2008

Oh yeah baby. This sectional only comes in gray as shown, and in the configuration as shown. But I wouldn't change it anyway. I like it just the way it is. Low profile is where it's at, and I see this modern sectional sofa as the long lost big brother of the somewhat prodigal yet irresistible Mott Coffee Table that I did a review on some time ago. If ever there was a sofa that was tailored to my ...

Mario Black R-262 Series Leather Swivel Recliner and Ottoman Set by Stanley Chair Review

Black Leather Recliner - August 2007

To boldly sit like no man has sat before. Seriously. Don't get me wrong, I like Lazyboy as much as the next guy, but the price tag and bulkiness make buying one somewhat less than practical at this stage in my life. My own house and mortgage first - then Lazyboy - that's what I keep telling myself.

Until that point, I'll be more than happy with one of these fine leather recliners by ...

Soho Cappuccino Platform Bed by Lifestyle Solutions Review

Soho Platform Bed - July 2007

A bed at this price that's not made of particle board, milk crates, or who-knows-what is pretty hard to find. I'm however somewhat impressed by this bed, as it features a sturdy construction, and the sort of durability that is essential for a frequent mover. Indeed - the modern platform bed is well suited to meet the needs of the frequently moving young professional. I'd like to underline how important ...

Roxbury Micro Fiber Casual Convertible Sofa by Lifestyle Solutions Review

Modern Convertible Sofa - July 2007

This convertible sofa caught my eye right away because it has multiple uses, looks good, and comes at a very good price. Something like this is what I'd consider "Swiss Army Furniture" - it can come in handy in a variety of situations while staying compact in your living room's proverbial "pocket" when its services are not needed. A furniture piece with bed transformation abilities is ...

Lilac Bamboo Screen by Greenington Review

Lilac Bamboo Screen - July 2007

I personally find bamboo to be very relaxing in and of itself - there's nothing quite like having tea in a grove of bamboo shoots, but if you want to take that feeling home, furniture like this bamboo screen is a good option. As mentioned in the product description, bamboo is a rapidly growing renewable resource. In fact, in part due to its strength and due to its growth speed, bamboo is used in Asia for a plethora of applications, from building construction, to manual labour, and even as ...

Worth Japanese Style Platform Bed by Modloft Review

Japanese Platform Bed - June 2007

From the second I saw this Modloft bed, I knew it had potential. Platform beds are the rage these days - the lack of a box spring gives them a very unique, low profile look - particularly true for this bed. I've always liked eccentric and unique furniture designs, particularly Asian designs. The dark finish is very appealing, and the super low (five inches off the ground!) profile is definitely suited to my tastes. This bed turns a lot of heads - simple as that. Although hardwood is always ...

7 PC Cicero Square Dining Table Set by Rizzon Furniture Review

Cicero Square Dining Table Set - June 2007

I often find myself eating at Chinese restaurants, which probably isn't entirely a coincidence, being that I live in China and all. In the city that I live in, Chongqing, the locals love to eat "hotpot" - this square table very much reminds me of a table at a hotpot restaurant; I can imagine the hotpot in the center of the table with food surrounding it right now! The chairs, specifically the Westport chairs, also seem to have a bit of Asian influence with respect to design. The way that ...

Avalon Leather Sofa Set by Coaster Company Review

Avalon Black Leather Sofa Set - June 2007

Ah yes, puffy black leather sofas. I'm somewhat less than tidy, and I make a habit of eating on my sofa, so at least for me, it's important that my sofa be easy to clean. Leather sofas are awesome in that you can spill food or even drink on them, yet they don't stain easily or collect dirt. The puffiness factor is also very important to me, perhaps more so; I'm a film fanatic, I love to spend hours lying on my sofa with a blanket watching the latest flicks. I also don't underestimate the ...

Barclay Solid Wenge Bookshelf by Modloft Review

Barclay Glass Shelves - June 2007

At least for me, life seems to be getting faster and faster. That's not to say I'm old, it's just that the more technology permeates my life, the more clustered I feel. Minimalist interior designs, at least for me, are very calming, not to mention stylish. I've never much liked post-modern, or worse, retro minimalist styles - but this is the "porridge that was just right" - if you will. This bookcase from Modloft basically embodies my idea of what modern minimalist furniture should look ...

Mott Wenge Low Profile Coffee Table by Modloft Review

Mott Low Profile Coffee Table - June 2007

In the past, when I've had a large number of guests over (read: five or more), I've almost invariably had to resort to raiding the dining room for chairs - or even using plastic chairs and stools. Recently, I bought some tatami and kiddie mats. Now, I congregate with my guests on the floor, with our drinks set on the floor in the middle of this tangle of mats. This coffee table is a great solution - it sits just a foot off the ground. It would be nice to get a large mat or rug and situate ...