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Founded by Derek Chen, Council Design is a new collaborative effort that sticks true to its name. The company will officially launch next week at ICFF (Booth 2342) and members include One & Co., Mike and Maaike, Arik Levy, Khodi Feiz, and Chen himself. "Targeting what it believes to be an emerging market of discerning consumers, Council creates pieces for a customer that values quality, craftsmanship, authenticity, and, above all, good design." (Clockwise from top: Section Bench by Derek Chen, Mute Chair by Mike and Maaike, and Periodic Table by One & Co.)

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