Collectible has emerged as a buzzword in every design exploration section, and rightfully so. With its ninth edition, the 2026 Collectible Brussels fair also set a global stage for contemporary collectible design. From participating visionary designers, unique pieces, and bespoke works, many standout design innovations adorned the floors this year.
At the 2026 Collectible Brussels, lighting, furniture, and numerous collaborations debuted. While all of the designs were commendable, we picked the most interesting furniture designs that weren’t only practical but also introduced the viewers to new ways of thought and functions. Let’s explore them together.
SIE46 Chair
Making its debut at the Collectible Brussels this year, Poland’s OBJEKT Gallery brought together a multigenerational group of Polish artists. Among these artists, Pawel Grunert’s furniture blended structural experimentation with natural materials. He named his chair SIE46 that embodies Grunert’s Meblarium philosophy, a conceptual furniture sculpture laboratory where objects are treated as living, growing structures rather than mere industrial products.
The chair is made from stainless steel and wicker and measures approximately 80x80x80 cm. It is characterized by its organic, nest-like look, which the designer explains as emerging from nature. Featuring a dense, chaotic weave of natural wicker that forms the seat and backrest, it gives the furniture a textural, artisanal aesthetic. The base is constructed from mirror-polished, acid-resistant stainless steel, lending a sleek and modern contrast to the rustic wicker. It is truly a piece straight out of the untouched wild.
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Coil Coffee Table
The Coil coffee table looks like a metallic flower upside down. It is a sculptural exploration of shaping a single flat sheet of stainless steel into a dynamic form, which is then joined in four mirrored sections. The highlight is the smooth surface that rests on a base, registering load through material deformation, effectively moving beyond conventional furniture into the realm of collectible design.
The designer, Paul Coenen, told Homecrux, “My work reflects a contemporary way of designing where the process is as important as the outcome. Access to advanced machinery and flexible production allows me to experiment directly in the workshop, moving quickly between idea and execution.”
Roll-Up Chair
The Roll-Up Chair is designed by New York designer Caroline Chao in collaboration with G-Star Raw as part of the Art of Raw Program. The conceptual piece explores the intersection of high-end collectible furniture and the utilitarian heritage of denim. The ‘roll-up’ mechanism is inspired by the structural logic of camping gear such as sleeping mats.
The cushions are crafted from reclaimed deadstock G-Star denim, layered and wrapped into distinctive rolls. These rolls are secured to the frame using vintage snap buttons, the same ones found on G-Star jeans. The frame is constructed of industrial steel railing components, conduits, and construction fasteners, reinforcing its rugged aesthetic. Beyond its role as a seat, the chair can be completely deconstructed and hung on a wall as a piece of sculptural fabric art.
Polygon Collection
Blocky in looks, the Polygon collection was showcased by the Swiss brand Syndicate Architects at the 2026 Collectible Brussels. The collection explores abstraction and interconnectedness. The collection is inspired by the early ’90s computer graphics and pushes the limits of minimalism while celebrating the transformative power of connection, where each component remains abstract until unified.
The exciting part? The design studio decided not to bring furniture from Europe but to fabricate it in New York with the idea of ‘furniture as a process’: building a new piece on site from locally sourced materials. Fun and functional, the chairs are the performance, production, and exhibition all at once.
Alma Mater Daybed
The Alma Mater daybed is a wonder in both aesthetics and function. Presented by AB+AC Architects, the daybed features upholstery made from cylinders of solid beeswax. The beeswax cylinders are melted into aluminum molds and dried through a slow process to achieve a smooth finish. These wax cylinders sit on a custom-made metal frame.
Another amazing part of the daybed is the memory concept. The wax is designed to respond to the human body over time. As users rest on the bed, their warmth and weight leave indentations and traces, creating a unique dialogue between the user and the object. These cylinders are modular and can be used to create different designs.
Out of all the unique and intriguing designs, these really made a mark and separated themselves from the endless furniture world of the Collectible Brussels Fair 2026. Which one imprinted itself on your memory?
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