By the time you hear the third or fourth song on the Top 40 countdown, you begin to wonder if the programmers have had their finger on “repeat” the entire time. After a while, all the beats and melodies begin to sound the same, and you’re left uninspired — and unimpressed.

Such is the case with many furniture companies nowadays. The idea of minimalism and “modern” design, often means simple and conventional; lightweight in both materials and approach. But every so often, a piece comes along that sparks your curiosity, heralding a more creative and unpredictable vision, and blurring the lines between artistic form and function.

Allow us to introduce you to the “Deuces Wild Chair,” produced by Benjamin Rollins Caldwell of BRC Designs. A new company to the furniture market, BRC fuses mid-century modern architectural philosophies with inspired design ideas, juxtaposing contrasting forms and textures in new and novel ways. This creative concept can be seen in the “Deuces Wild Chair,” made of 350 decks of retired, authentic Las Vegas playing cards. The chair is at once an art piece and conversation piece, subtle enough to blend into the room’s decor from afar, but comical and whimsical when seen up close.

In addition to the chair, we also love the company’s “Spider Sofa,” which showcases wood inlays between welded and hand-brushed steel, set in a more traditional rectangular shape. We’re told it’s more comfortable than it looks, and, we’re hoping, more comfortable that it sounds as well.

Made from predominantly sustainable materials (see: used playing cards) and with an eye for timeless design, each piece is handcrafted by a small team of skilled craftsmen located in BRC’s studios in tiny Spartanburg, SC. They may be a small company, but we think they’re making a big impression with their unique pieces and work. For more details, check out brcdesigns.com.