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1970 s Umbo Modular Shelving System By Kay Leroy Ruggles
By Directional, Kay Leroy Ruggles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970's Umbo modular shelving system in canary yellow designed by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional
Category

Vintage 1970s American Space Age Bookcases

Materials

Plastic

Signed Paul Evans for Directional Cityscape PE 200 Sideboard, Circa 1975.
By Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking sideboard from the 'Cityscape' (PE 200) line, designed by Paul Evans for Directional
Category

Vintage 1970s American Sideboards

Materials

Metal

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

Ebonized Caned-Back Lounge Chair in Walnut, Kipp Stewart, Directional, USA, 1950
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Deland, FL
This striking Mid-Century Modern lounge chair, designed by Kipp Stewart for Directional in the
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Chairs And Ottomans
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Houston, TX
-century modern swivel lounge nautilus chairs and matching ottomans designed by Vladmir Kagan for
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair Of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Chairs And Ottomans
Pair Of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Chairs And Ottomans
$9,450 / set
H 27.25 in W 36.25 in D 37.5 in
Pair of Taupe Linen Modern Sofas from a Steve Chase Residence Illuminated Bottom
By Directional, Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Rancho Mirage designed by the late design icon, Steve Chase. We spent over $4000 on new, high end
Category

Vintage 1980s North American Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

Vladimir Kagan "Classic Club Chair" Channel Back Swivel Chairs, 1990s
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Matching pair of stylish and very comfortable lounge chairs by Vladimir Kagan design for
Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Four Paul Evans Collection 77 Cantilevered Chrome Dining Chairs, USA 1977
By Paul Evans, Directional
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

Chrome, Steel

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

Paul Evans Cityscape Brass and Wood Side Table
By Paul Evans, Directional
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

Paul Evans Cityscape Brass and Wood Side Table
Paul Evans Cityscape Brass and Wood Side Table
$6,000 Sale Price
20% Off
H 20.5 in W 20 in D 20 in
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

Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Scallop Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
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

Paul Evans Patchwork Copper Large and Small Humidors w Cigar Ashtray, c 1970s
By Directional, C.C., Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fantastic set of Paul Evans 'Patchwork Copper' smoking accessories, manufactured by C.C. Design
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Bronze, Copper, Pewter

Paul Evans Patchwork Copper Large and Small Humidors w Cigar Ashtray, c 1970s
Paul Evans Patchwork Copper Large and Small Humidors w Cigar Ashtray, c 1970s
$6,400 Sale Price / set
24% Off
H 3.75 in W 10 in D 10 in
Lounge Chair by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare lounge chair designed by Paul McCobb for Directional.
Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Lounge Chair by Paul McCobb
Lounge Chair by Paul McCobb
$4,200
H 29.5 in W 26.5 in D 34 in
Lodes BLOW Table Lamp by Pio Tito Toso
By Lodes, Pio Tito Toso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
bubble, Blow is the result of just that, blowing, becoming an elegant table lamp with directional light
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Lodes BLOW Table Lamp by Pio 
Tito Toso
Lodes BLOW Table Lamp by Pio 
Tito Toso
$2,290 Sale Price / item
15% Off
H 16.15 in Dm 10.24 in
Stunning Architectural Aluminium Dining Table by Paul Mayen for Habitat
By Paul Mayen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Sculptural geometric dining table in the manner of Paul Evans Cityscape collection for Directional
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Gray Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Table Lights by Curt Fischer for Midgard
By Curt Fischer, Midgard
Located in Amsterdam, NL
known for producing the first articulated directional light designed by Fischer himself, which inspired
Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Monumental Paul Evans Gunmetal Cityscape Dining Table Mid Century Modern
By Paul Evans
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A 1960s monumental “cityscape” dining table designed by Paul Evans for Directional. Featuring
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
the surrounding field. The design is anchored by four directional cornerpieces that subtly echo the
Category

Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Fine Blue Ground Antique Laver Kirman Millefleurs Rug
Located in Milan, IT
A very finely knotted Lavar Kirman workshop rug, characterised by a directional design known as
Category

Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Kirman Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Art Deco Larry Laslo Channeled Back Flared Arms Mohair Club Chair
By Larry Laslo
Located in Chicago, IL
Reupholstered in Italia Spice Mohair This Vintage Art Deco club chair, designed by Larry Laslo for Directional
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mohair

Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Leather Sliding Door Credenza for Calvin Group
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
a lighter blonde finish. Designed By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Fine Antique Lavar Kirman Rug Depicting a Flowering Vase in a Niche
Located in Milan, IT
An extremely fine Kirman rug of the Lavar type, distinguished by a directional design consisting of
Category

Antique 1870s Azerbaijani Kirman Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pair of Paul Evans Signed Cityscape Burl Walnut Brass Cabinets
By Paul Evans
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare signed pair of floating well mounted mid-century modern cabinets or chests of drawers designed
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Mahogany and Brass Chaise Lounge
By Paul McCobb
Located in Stamford, CT
A chaise lounge, model 5018 designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, circa 1955. upholstered in
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Mahogany

Paul McCobb Mahogany and Brass Chaise Lounge
Paul McCobb Mahogany and Brass Chaise Lounge
$12,500
H 32.25 in W 57 in D 24 in
Paul McCobb Curvaceous Wing Back Settee or Sofa Refinished Reupholstered
By Paul McCobb
Located in Atlanta, GA
Curvaceous Wing back settee or sofa, designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, American, circa 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Brass and Travertine Sofa Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dallas, TX
Console designed by Paul McCobb for Directional. Constructed of brass with travertine top
Category

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

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Paul Mayen Habitat International Polished Aluminum Glass Skyscraper Table
By Habitat International, Paul Mayen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sculptural geometric dining table in the manner of Paul Evans Cityscape collection for Directional
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

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

Great "Cityscape" Floor Lamp by Paul Evans for Directional
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Mount Penn, PA
A great 1970s "Cityscape" brass and chrome patchwork floor lamp designed by Paul Evans for
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Walnut and Brass Buffet by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
consistent with age. Made by Directional and designed by MIlo Baughman. In excellent condition with the
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Sectional Sofa for Directional
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Princeton, NJ
sofa. Handsome two-piece sofa with sleek, tapered legs designed by Paul McCobb for Directional
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Paul McCobb Sectional Sofa for Directional
Paul McCobb Sectional Sofa for Directional
$4,000
H 30 in W 50.5 in D 32 in
Paul McCobb for Directional Sectional Sofa
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Sectional sofa designed by Paul McCobb for Directional USA, circa 1950s Mohair and brass 33” h
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Directional Sectional Sofa
Paul McCobb for Directional Sectional Sofa
$14,500
H 33 in W 166 in D 49 in
Rare Brass and Vitrolite Occasional Table by Paul McCobb for Directional
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Long Beach, CA
A rare table designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, circa 1950s. Features a 42" round
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Tables

Set of Four Irwin Collection Dining Chairs by Paul McCobb for Directional
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Belmont, MA
Four caned back chairs designed by Paul McCobb for Directional with new red wool high-quality
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Directional Design for Sedgefield
By Paul McCobb
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Reupholstered three-seat Paul McCobb designed sofa for the Directional Design line by Sedgefield
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Paul McCobb Directional Design for Sedgefield
Paul McCobb Directional Design for Sedgefield
$5,995
H 25.5 in W 83.5 in D 35 in
Custom Vladimir Kagan Sectional Sofa for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Houston, TX
A fabulous 14 foot long by 9 foot wide custom sectional designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Paul Evans for Directional Brass Cityscape Art Pedestal
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Northbrook, IL
Extremely Rare All Brass Patchwork Cityscape Pedestal Sculpture Designed by Paul Evans for
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Brass

Pair of Paul McCobb for Directional Side Chairs
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Long Beach, CA
A pair of woven leather strap side chairs designed by Paul McCobb for Directional. These have a
Category

Mid-20th Century Side Chairs

Pair of Paul McCobb for Directional Side Chairs
Pair of Paul McCobb for Directional Side Chairs
$975 / set
H 35 in W 18 in D 21 in
Midcentury Vladimir Kagan for Directional Black Nautilus Lounge Chairs, a Pair
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Detroit, MI
Directional are circa 1970. The iconic design features classic Kagan style with distinctive curves and elegant
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Paul Evans "Cityscape" Coffee Table for Directional
By Paul Evans
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Vintage "Cityscape" coffee table designed by Paul Evans for Directional. Monumental original glass
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Paul Evans Floating Cityscape Shelf and Mongolian Sheepskin Stool
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Floating shelf and stool set designed by Paul Evans for Directional USA, circa 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Paul Evans Cityscape Console
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Northbrook, IL
Unique Custom Ordered Pair of Chrome Cityscape Console Tables Designed by Paul Evans For
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Paul Evans Cityscape Console
Pair of Paul Evans Cityscape Console
$17,500 / set
H 8.75 in W 55 in D 10 in
Rare Chaise Lounge by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Asheville, NC
A beautiful chaise lounge chair designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, circa 1955.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Brass

Rare Chaise Lounge by Paul McCobb
Rare Chaise Lounge by Paul McCobb
$6,500
H 33 in W 24 in D 52 in
Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Washington, DC
A design by Paul McCobb for Directional, early 1950's. Walnut legs. Slight curve to the back
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Paul McCobb
Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Paul McCobb
$5,400
H 34.5 in W 28 in D 31 in
Pair of Lightolier Canister Lamps by Gerald Thurston
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of black and white canister lamps with one Directional spot designed by Gerald Thurston
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Metal

Rare Pair of Chaise Lounge Chairs by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Hadley, MA
Interesting and rarely seen pair of chaise lounges designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, circa
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric

Rare Pair of Chaise Lounge Chairs by Paul McCobb
Rare Pair of Chaise Lounge Chairs by Paul McCobb
$17,000 / set
H 32 in W 53 in D 26 in
Bronze Stalagmite Dining Table by Paul Evans, 1973
By Paul Evans
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
float over a sculptural, organic inspired base. Designed by Paul Evans for Directional. Top: H 73 cm
Category

Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Dining Room Tables

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Stalagmite Dining Table by Paul Evans, 1973
Bronze Stalagmite Dining Table by Paul Evans, 1973
$30,879
H 28.75 in W 47.64 in D 83.86 in
Directional Pouf Ottomans, Pair
By Directional
Located in Southampton, NJ
An exceptional pair of generously sized pouf ottomans designed by Directional. As if frozen in time
Category

Late 20th Century North American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Paint

Directional Pouf Ottomans, Pair
Directional Pouf Ottomans, Pair
$2,316 / set
H 18.25 in Dm 25 in
Midcentury Walnut "Barrel" Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful midcentury walnut “Barrel” swivel lounge chairs designed by Directional and manufactured
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Midcentury Walnut "Barrel" Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional
Midcentury Walnut "Barrel" Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional
$6,995 / set
H 25.5 in W 26.25 in D 29.75 in
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

Directional 3 Piece Crescent Shape Sofa
Directional 3 Piece Crescent Shape Sofa
$6,650
H 30 in W 129 in D 53 in
Pouf Ottomans Designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Palm Springs, CA
For your consideration, Pouf ottomans. Designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional. Newly
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

"Cloud" Sofa Designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A stunning sculptural sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional. Newly reupholster in silver
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Directional Dining Table designed by Milo Baughman / Classic Modernist Design
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Buffalo, NY
Directional Dining Table designed by Milo Baughman. Classic Modernist Design.Consisting of mixed
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Rosewood, Teak, Walnut

Chesterfield Sofa by Directional, circa 1960s
By Directional
Located in Norwalk, CT
Great form in original upholstery velvet. Serviceable but should be recovered. Label: Directional
Category

Vintage 1960s Loveseats

Sectional Sofa by Directional, Circa 1970s
By Directional
Located in Norwalk, CT
base is recessed providing a floating look. Clean edge design. Tuxedo button detail. It is currently
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Sectional Sofa by Directional, Circa 1970s
Sectional Sofa by Directional, Circa 1970s
$5,400
H 30 in W 138 in D 108 in
Pair Of Three Drawer Chest Designed By Paul Mccobb For Directional
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Incredible Pair of 3 Drawer Chests Designed by Paul McCobb for Directional. These cabinets are
Category

Vintage 1960s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Zebra Wood

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Design By Directional For Sale on 1stDibs

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.

How Much is a Design By Directional?

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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