Moving into a student flat ain’t glamorous. The kitchen had a dodgy kettle, but we built it piece by piece.

Forget glossy showrooms, retro style armchair so we hunted retro. One mate found a sofa in Hackney. It looked like chaos, but that’s what made it home.

Chairs with scars feel stronger, and it fits our lifestyle. I’ve watched half my flat pass out across two chairs, and the furniture was part of the night.

Retro furniture feels natural here, and designers take inspiration from it. I stopped by Smithers looking for nothing, and everything felt alive, not plastic. money was tight, but it’s the pride of the living room.

Ask around and you’ll hear it. it’s half the fun. Furniture with scars feels built for students.

Brand-new looks boring, vintage style leather armchair but old sofas age into character. every dent becomes part of the flat.

After exams and chaos, you don’t remember the kettle, but the armchair stays in your mind.

When you think furniture, ignore the fake polish. Pick up a vintage armchair, and watch it age with you can check here.

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Pub: 23 Aug 2025 15:37 UTC

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