"It's always nice to have resources like Society6, where you can easily explore and find pieces that align perfectly with your vision."
- Antares, Creative Director at Sun at Six
Studio: Sun at Six
Vertical: Retail Merchandising
Location: New York, NY
Sun at Six is a family-run furniture design studio specializing in traditional Chinese joinery techniques, assembling furniture without nails or screws. Founded by a mother who learned from a master in Beijing over 40 years ago, her son, Antares, now serves as the creative director. Based in New York City, Sun at Six blends these traditional methods with contemporary design, creating versatile pieces for residential, commercial, and hospitality spaces. They are currently opening an appointment-only showroom to showcase their unique handcrafted furniture.
The Challenge
Sun at Six aims to create timeless, meaningful furniture that stands out, but finding the right artwork to enhance their designs proved challenging. For a recent photoshoot, they wanted to juxtapose their contemporary furniture with European-style art, capturing the classical essence of 16th-century Flemish design. They needed decor that complemented their furniture while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic—something difficult to achieve through online sourcing, particularly with textiles and wall hangings where quality can be unpredictable.
The Solution
To meet these needs, Sun at Six turned to Society6. They found a wall hanging featuring a 16th-century Flemish painting that perfectly complemented their furniture, providing the old-world charm they were seeking. Upon receiving the piece, they were impressed by its quality—the tapestry's rich color and texture added depth and history, enhancing their photoshoot. Society6's extensive catalog offered the flexibility to find pieces that aligned with their design aesthetic, while the Trade Program's discounted pricing made sourcing high-quality, unique art simple and effective.
The Future
Sun at Six plans to continue working with Society6's Trade Program for future projects. As they grow, they are excited to explore more Society6 offerings, particularly unique textiles that add character to their spaces, and to continue collaborating with local artists to bring diverse visions into their projects.
