The Bastille Collection: Handcrafted French Heritage for Modern Spaces with JB Furniture

Walking into a room furnished with pieces from JB Furniture’s Bastille Collection, you immediately feel a sense of history. Each design draws from classic French country style – an elegant cabriole leg here, the balanced proportions of a well-loved antique there – yet nothing about these pieces feels outdated. The Bastille Collection merges tradition with subtle modern sensibilities. It’s an homage to heritage craftsmanship, refined just enough to sit comfortably in a contemporary home.

Craftsmanship & Materials

Every Bastille piece is meticulously handcrafted. The table tops and dresser surfaces are solid American White Ash or White Oak, giving each piece its own natural character. Run your hand along a tabletop and you’ll feel the gentle grain, enhanced by tinted oil and wax that draw out the wood’s depth. The bases are painted either in crisp white or a soft antique white – finishes that nod to vintage French furniture. This two-tone pairing – warm wood above, satin-smooth paint below – creates visual interest without shouting for attention.

Design Details

The collection’s signature cabriole legs provide an understated flourish. These graceful, curved legs lift pedestals and tables off the floor with a light touch, creating a sense of airiness. Drawer fronts adorned with mouldings, edges kept simple and unembellished, letting the quality of materials and workmanship take focus. Overall, the collection carries the charm of an heirloom but is thoughtfully adapted – a bit cleaner in line, sturdier in build, and versatile enough for modern living.

It speaks to homeowners with modern minimalist spaces who want to add a touch of soul and history, and to those curating a cottage-style interior rich with character. There’s a personal, human quality to each item – you can almost picture the craftsman’s hands and sense the care in every curve and joint. Instead of feeling mass-produced, each piece seems to have a story to tell.

Experience the Bastille Collection and discover how this range of handmade furniture can bring French heritage and timeless charm into your home.