Found Collectibles at Holiday House Hamptons
This summer at Holiday House Hamptons, Found Collectibles debuted Forrest in Bloom—an immersive installation inspired by the cherry blossom forests of Japan. Rooted in themes of renewal, nature, and timeless design, the project came to life through a curated selection of historical Brazilian furniture, known for its organic forms, sculptural silhouettes, and masterful craftsmanship
Left to right: Liceu De Artes, Chaise Lounge(Lot 203), Scapinelli Credenza in Caviuna(Lot 627A), Coffee Table in Caviuna and glass(Lot 655A), Set of Two Cimo Armchairs in Imbuia and red Boucle(Lot 720A)
Mid-Century Elegance Meets Natural Inspiration
The main interior featured two adjoining living areas and a central dining vignette, designed to express the poetic balance between manmade beauty and the rhythms of the natural world.
At the center of the first living space was a rare reeded credenza by Giuseppe Scapinelli, crafted from Caviuna wood in the 1950s. Its clean, architectural silhouette and thoughtful detailing formed the foundation of the room. In front, a Scapinelli oval coffee table, also in Caviuna, balanced a glass top on four gently sculpted legs that evoke the branching limbs of a forest—both airy and grounded.
Credenza in Caviuna wood, Giuseppe Scapinelli, 1950’s(Lot 627A). Features four tapered legs, six doors, and eight shelves. The wood has been Beautifully refinished.
Coffee Table in Caviuna wood & Glass, Giuseppe Scapinelli, 1950s(Lot 655A) This coffee table has a frame made with Caviuna hardwood and features a glass top with four legs. The table is in the shape of an oval and the wood has a beautiful pattern to it.
Alongside these pieces, a chaise lounge by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios added a relaxed, sculptural presence. Its hollow, canoe-inspired armrests pay tribute to traditional Brazilian canoas carved from single tree trunks; blending indigenous tradition with form. Nearby, a pair of Imbuia wood armchairs by Cimo, upholstered in rich red bouclé, featured graceful, curving frames that support both the seat and backrest. These chairs exemplify the elegance of Brazilian woodworking, while the fabric selection adds depth and contrast.
Chaise Lounge in Beige Boucle, Rosewood, Att. Liceu de Artes, 1960s(Lot 203B) The Armrests are inspired by the dugout Canoes traditionally used by indigenous Brazilians, connecting design to the traditions of Brazil.
Set of Two Armchair in Imbuia wood & Boucle, Cimo, 1950s(Lot 720A) The unique pair has a separate seat and backrest that seem to float over the sculptural curved solid wood structure. The arms are hinged to the seat and are also made in wood and boule.
The second living vignette introduced a bold mix of rosewood pieces. A standout is the Macedo sofa, which includes a built-in bookshelf integrated into the back—a signature design element that blends beauty with utility. It is joined by a pink leather chaise lounge designed by Ernesto Hauner with rosewood arms and an extendable footrest, offering both form and comfort. At the center of the vignette, is a triangular rosewood coffee table attributed to Joaquim Tenreiro. The table is topped with glass, highlighting the sculptural lines and triangular forms that define its structure. Against the wall is a beautiful Rosewood Credenza by Francisco Alva; with four cabinets and four drawers, he designed the base structure to have four legs with rounded edges that are connected by two solid rosewood beams.
Left to Right: Sergio Rodrigues, Macedo Sofa(Lot 584A), Ernesto Hauner, Pink Reclining Chaise Lounge, (Lot 340A), Rosewood Magazine Holder(Lot 150A), Joaquim Tenreiro, Coffee Table in Rosewood, Glass & Metal(Lot 746A), Francisco Alva, Credenza in Rosewood(Lot 637A), Armchairs in Rosewood & Boucle, by Martin Eisler for Forma(Lot 238-239)
Flanking this arrangement is barrel chairs produced by Forma in the 1950s, made from curved rosewood slats. Their distinctive form recalls the shape of traditional wooden barrels. The chair’s structure subtly curves around the sitter, providing an enveloping sense of comfort and enclosure, while reinforcing the installation’s natural themes. 
Rear view of Sergio Rodrigues's Macedo Sofa, revealing the integrated bookshelf along the back. To the right, a 'Barrel' armchair crafted from curved rosewood slats sits beside a rosewood credenza by Francisco Alva.
Dining in Dialogue
Between the two living areas, a dining vignette highlighted the continued conversation between natural materials and precise form.
At the center, an extendable dining table in Caviuna by Giuseppe Scapinelli was surrounded by eight expertly crafted chairs. Six Scapinelli dining chairs, made from caviuna and an off-white white fabric, feature sculptural curving backrests and legs that taper elegantly into narrow points—emphasized by their brass sabots.
Left to right: Scapinelli, Set of Dining Chairs in Rosewood(Lot 649), Scapinelli, Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Caviuna & Fabric(Lot 681), Scapinelli, Extendable Dining Table in Caviuna wood(Lot 628A), Unknown, Bar with Curved Shape in Two Woods(Lot 694)
On either end, two rosewood Scapinelli chairs brought contrast and character, each with a distinctive whale-tail or heart-shaped backrest. These end chairs added subtle variation while maintaining harmony within the overall design. Behind the table sits a two tone wood curved bar made from Rosewood and ebony finished hardwood, This bar has multiple levels and storage hidden on the backside of the Bar. 
Curved bar crafted from rosewood and ebony-finished hardwood, positioned beside a Sergio Rodrigues room divider. The bar features rosewood-veneered surfaces and sides, a Formica upper section, and a sliding rosewood-veneered door.
A Rooftop Retreat
In the Roof Deck Vestibule, Found Collectibles created a compact yet elevated workspace and lounge area that connected the "Forrest in Bloom" narrative to the outdoors.
A rosewood desk by Ava Decorações, featuring eight drawers and a sculpted back, served as the central workpiece, paired with a Jorge Jabour chair made of rosewood and upholstered in yellow bouclé. To the left of the desk is a dark rosewood and caning chair designed by Alexander Rapoport This functional trio was positioned to encourage calm, focus, and appreciation of craftsmanship, but also utility as a writing nook or work space.
Left to right: Rapoport, Set Chairs in Rosewood & Cane(Lot 563-748), Ava Decorações, Desk with Eight Drawers in Rosewood(Lot 698), Taller Maya, "Olinalá" Box(Lot 800A), Jorge Jabour, Armchairs in Rosewood & Boucle(Lot 615-634A), Pair of Art Deco Table Lamps(Lot 823)
To the side, a Scapinelli sofa with curved armrests upholstered in blue-grey fabric, with tapered rosewood armrests and legs, offered a soft yet structured form. It was accompanied by two spider-leg Scapinelli side tables, crafted from Pau Marfim and topped with glass, adding a light visual rhythm to the space. At the center sat the “Maracanã” coffee table by Scapinelli, named after Rio de Janeiro’s iconic stadium built in 1950. Its layered, architectural base and circular top made it a true centerpiece.
Left to Right: Pair of Art Deco Table Lamps(Lot 823), Scapinelli, Side Tables in Two Tone Hardwood & Glass(Lot 768A), Scapinelli, Sofa in Rosewood and Blue Fabric(Lot 449A), Scapinelli, "Maracana" Coffee Table in Wood & Marble(Lot 56)
Finishing the room was a 1940s sun chaise by Walter Gerdau, with a rosewood frame, reclining form, and camel bouclé upholstery—a nod to early Brazilian modernism.
Reclining Sun Chaise Lounge in hardwood and ultrasuede (Lot 82), designed by Walter Gerdau, positioned by the window to invite sunlight and relaxation. Surrounding the chaise are the 'Maracanã' coffee table and Scapinelli side tables. Across from the chaise, a Scapinelli curved sofa upholstered in blue fabric features a rosewood frame.
A Living Story of Design
Forrest in Bloom was more than a design showcase—it was a landscape of ideas. Through historical Brazilian pieces, nature-inspired silhouettes, and thoughtful spatial composition, Found Collectibles crafted an environment that felt alive, balanced, and deeply rooted in nature’s rhythm.
