Novy Domov

Novy Domov was a Czechoslovakian furniture manufacturer active during the 1960s and 1970s, producing pieces that brought Scandinavian design principles to Eastern European manufacturing. The company is best known for its collaboration with Danish designer Poul Hundevad, creating his ingenious nesting table designs that combined practical space-saving functionality with mid-century aesthetics.

Working primarily with teak and beech woods, Novy Domov produced furniture that reflected the clean lines and functional approach of Danish modernism while showcasing Czech craftsmanship. Their pieces often featured the thoughtful joinery and quality construction typical of Scandinavian design, making them popular both within Czechoslovakia and for export markets.

The furniture manufactured by Novy Domov represents an interesting cross-cultural design moment – Danish designers working with Czech manufacturers to create pieces that embodied the best of both traditions. These collaborations resulted in furniture that was both beautiful and remarkably practical, designed for real homes rather than showrooms.

Today, Novy Domov pieces are increasingly sought after by collectors who appreciate the quality of mid-century Eastern European manufacturing and the influence of Scandinavian design during this period. The nesting tables in particular have become iconic examples of space-saving furniture design from the 1960s.