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A sculptural rentable retreat with a sheltered courtyard and framed desert views. The lesson is intentional shade and outlook, not copying its curved plan.
LOOK 04 / Desert modern
A low roof. A vast sky. Earth-toned walls, caramel leather and dark walnut make a cool refuge above the desert.
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THE IDEA
Mesa is a study in contrast: thick earth walls and a thin roofline, cool shade and a sunlit escarpment, soft seating and strong planes. A few grounded pieces leave the landscape uninterrupted. This is our editorial extension of modern design into a desert setting.
Use low furniture and a quiet horizontal arrangement. Frame the landscape rather than filling every corner with decorative objects.
Leather, walnut and a rust-toned rug create warmth without a busy palette. A pale chair keeps the darker pieces from feeling heavy.
Plan shading and glare control with your building professional. Keep leather out of harsh direct sun and choose finishes for the conditions in your property.
Exceptional rental properties selected for their design. This room is an original concept, not a rendering of these homes or an endorsement by their owners.
A sculptural rentable retreat with a sheltered courtyard and framed desert views. The lesson is intentional shade and outlook, not copying its curved plan.
An exceptional architectural rental that makes the desert central to the experience. Mesa explores that relationship with a different material language.
BRING IT HOME
6 starting points, from the anchor sofa to the last pool of light. Save what fits your space.
Warmth at the center
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Charme Tan / walnut-finish legs
88″ W × 38″ D × 34″ H
Full-aniline leather develops patina and can mark; denim dye may transfer. Wipe with a damp cloth and seek professional care for persistent stains. Tufting and bolster cushions differ from the render.
A softer counterpoint
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Walnut / Welsh Taupe
26½″ W × 34½″ D × 29″ H
A lighter fabric alternative to the leather sofa. Blot spills and avoid chemical cleaners. Its exposed wood frame is deliberately different from the rounded upholstered concept chair.
The gathering point
Luxeternum · Commission option
Proposed walnut / black steel
Proposed 48″ W × 24″ D × 16″ H
A proposed commission with a 1½″ wood top and steel loop bases, not a stocked SKU. Confirm the final design, quote and lead time. Luxeternum is owned by the founder of STR Kit.
A little color
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Coral Orange · Tufted All-in-One
Suggested 8′ × 10′
Choose the 8′ × 10′ size explicitly; the product page may default to another size. Follow washer-capacity guidance for the one-piece All-in-One rug. The concept pattern differs.
Light for a late chapter
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Black / brass-colored details
60″ H · 29⅞″ L × 11″ W
E26 bulb sold separately. Keep the projecting arm and cord clear of walking routes; check the base and adjustment points between stays.
Within reach
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Natural pine veneer
15¾″ diameter × 16⅞″ H
Pine veneer over particleboard with a solid-pine leg. Wipe dry and check fasteners between stays. The natural finish is lighter than the table in the concept.
Keep the links, dimensions and care notes together.
Product research checked October 31, 2026. Product links go directly to each merchant. Luxeternum is owned by the founder of STR Kit. Prices and availability may change.
The room sets the direction; your floor plan, turnover routine and budget decide the final pieces. Check current sizes, care instructions, stock and delivery with each seller.
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