Family is what brought Kifu Augousti into the world of furniture design. The daughter of celebrated designers Ria and Yiouri Augousti, Kifu has a bold, quirky style that is fiercely independent. Her exquisite handmade tables, seating and decorative objects — which typically feature pronounced geometrical forms and exotic inlays — set Augousti apart as an up-and-coming creator of modern furnishings made in the Art Deco tradition.
Augousti embarked on her creative career early. After attending Brown University, she followed in her parents' footsteps, carving out her own reputation as a design powerhouse.
While it’s often likened to her parents’ work, Kifu Augousti’s designs have a look that is distinctively their own. Offbeat materials, sinuous curves and wild patterns have become hallmarks of the designer’s furniture. In the workshop of her parent's design firm, R & Y Augousti, Kifu experimented with semi-precious stones, shells and other interesting materials as a child. Her parents gained fame for bringing shagreen — leather made from shark or stingray hide — back into fashion. (It reemerged as a luxe material among designers and decorators in 2017.)
Popular in the 1930s, this versatile material had fallen out of vogue over time. The Augoustis revived it for use in their own work, and Kifu Augousti continues to celebrate it, incorporating shagreen into her signature styles that are on offer at her Kifu Paris shop in Paris as well as in her New York City showroom. She favors bold, nature-inspired prints and silhouettes, and in many of her handmade benches, coffee tables, daybeds and other large pieces, an integration of shagreen blends wonderfully with the structures’ bold bronze frames or bases. In her smaller boxes, baskets and vases, stylish combinations of shagreen, shell inlays and decorative knobs with semi-precious stones are merged to create a sumptuous, unconventional look that is utterly unique.
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$13,321 / item
H 29.53 in Dm 43.31 in
Shell Breakfast Table with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
$43,213 / item
H 29.53 in W 42.09 in D 120.01 in
Sculptural Dining Table in Shell & Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Chital Dining table...
Brass
$22,880 / item
H 29.53 in W 42.09 in D 120.01 in
Sculptural Dining Table in Macassar Inlay & Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
$32,758 / item
H 29.53 in W 133.86 in D 53.15 in
"Diamond" dining table made of French Oak tinted black and oxidized brass legs
By Eva Szumilas
Located in Nicosia, CY
"Diamond" hand made dining table, made of French Oak veneered top and oxidized brass inlays, and diamond shape legs made of brass. Diamond dining table is part of X COLLECTION, inspi...
Brass
Ray Dining Table by Duistt, Brass & Sikomoro, Art Deco, 57"
By Duistt
Located in New York, NY
Ray dining table The RAY dining table is presented with a sturdy figure. The delicate brushed brass lines define and give dimension to this finest design handmade with high gloss grey figured sikomoro. A bold and statement dining table...
Brass
$13,035 / item
H 29.53 in Dm 43.31 in
Shagreen Pattern Dining Table with Shell & Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
$8,825
H 31.25 in W 53.5 in D 53.5 in
21st Century Art Deco Antique Brass and Black Lacquered Wood Rio Dining Table
By Moanne
Located in Chicago, IL
21st Century Art Deco Antique Brass and Black Lacquered Wood Rio Dining Table, pre-owned, was custom made with a square top. The Rio dining table is a truly unique piece of furnitu...
Brass
$59,384 / item
H 29.14 in W 102.37 in D 39.38 in
Atlas Dining Table in Liquid Metal Aged Brass by Hegi Design House
Located in Geneve, CH
Atlas Dining Table in Liquid Metal Aged Brass by Hegi Design House Limited Edition Of 30 Pieces. Dimensions: D 100 X W 160 x H 74 cm. Materials: American oak. This bedside table is...
Brass, Metal
$39,121 / item
H 29.53 in W 118.11 in D 43.31 in
Shell Dining Table with Bronze-Patina Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
$19,024 / item
H 29.25 in Dm 43.3 in
Shell Inlaid Breakfast Table with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Apoli breakfast table by Kifu Paris is both dramatic and organic its unique design. The black pen shell inlaid top sits on an ethereal geometric and sculptural bronze-patina brass base. This piece is designed by Kifu Augousti the daughter of Ria and Yiouri Augousti. Part of the Apoli Capsule Series, see images of collection at end of slide. The dimensions of this piece are 43.3 diameter x 29.25 height All Kifu Paris pieces are handmade by artisans, ultimately making each piece unique. Custom color/sizing available on request. Wipe clean with soft dry cloth. Although inspired by her parents, her collection of Home Accessories and Furniture is a distinct identity of its own. Kifu uses handmade techniques of elaborate inlay patterns of shagreen, shells, semi-precious stones, materials she experienced as a child growing up in her parent’s studio, but interpreted in a younger quirkier way reflecting her youth. From her "jewelry inspired knobs" on decorative boxes, gold bar boxes...
Brass
Coffee Table in Oak with Brass Rods by R&Y Augousti - IN STOCK
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Nymphea Coffee Table by R&Y Augousti is a stunning masterpiece of contemporary design, where the elegance of nature meets the sophistication of modern craftsmanship. Its organic,...
Brass
Side Table in Black Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Galaxy Large Side Table by Kifu Paris is an exquisite piece that exudes sophistication and modern elegance. The top, crafted from luxurious black shagreen, provides a rich, tacti...
Brass
Side Table in Black Shagreen with Bronze Patina and Black Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Apoli Side Table by Kifu Paris is a striking blend of bold modern design and luxurious materials. Its top, crafted from deep black shagreen, provides a sleek, sophisticated surfa...
Brass
Nesting Coffee Tables in Oak with Brass Rods by R&Y Augousti - IN STOCK
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Licol Nesting Coffee Tables by R&Y Augousti is a stunning duo of two nesting tables, expertly crafted to deliver both form and function in perfect harmony. The sleek black oak su...
Brass
Set of Nesting Tables in Black Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The "Melting Nesting Tables" by R&Y Augousti are a captivating trio of side tables that blend form and function with an artistic touch. Crafted i...
Brass
Set of 3 Nesting Tables in Oak with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing the Peacock Nesting Coffee Tables by R&Y Augousti, a harmonious blend of modern elegance and timeless craftsmanship. This set of three tables showcases the deep, rich ton...
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