This DTC Home Brand Sells the Most Gorgeous Quiet Luxury-Inspired Finds

Most of us know how to describe the furnishings of an “expensive looking” space. Thanks to scrolling designer projects on social media, watching shows like Succession, and following trends like “quiet luxury,” there’s almost a bingo card’s worth of collective imagination to meet such a description.

It’s neutral, of course, with fabrics that look substantial yet cozy. There’s a balance of clean lines and curves, as well as a masterful mix of natural wood and geometric art. It can also be, well, expensive. 

And yet, Castlery has cultivated a following with a full range of furniture that only looks like it has high-end price tags. From its bouclé swivel chairs, to its fluted consoles, to its curved sofas — all the signs of a “I hired a designer” vibe — Castlery is redefining what “investment-worthy” furniture looks like. 

Castlery was founded by a group of Singaporean friends in 2013, which most notably includes the entrepreneur and former investment banker Declan Ee, and they intentionally wanted to fill the gap between those at the start of their furniture buying journeys and those who have become well-established. Castlery launched as a direct-to-consumer business that continues to build its furniture in China and Southeast Asia, cutting out the added costs of showrooms. 

In 2019, after building success in Asia and Australia, Castlery opened stateside as an online retailer with a worldwide cast of designers. The company is known for thoughtfully-designed and well-built pieces that showcase craftsmanship, but at prices that won’t necessarily break the bank. Don’t get us wrong, though — the furniture is still expensive by anyone’s definition, but not prohibitively so when compared to other high-end furniture brands. 

Its overall style leans mid-century modern, but there are also clear examples of contemporary styles and trendy shapes that can appear more timeless when surrounded by more classic forms. The best part? Because Castlery has such a wide range of pieces, you can furnish an entire space in one go. 

Yes, the beautiful furniture in Castlery’s arsenal must be earned, and assembly is part of the process. Make sure you have a buddy on hand to help, as some reviewers note that the pieces were sometimes too bulky for one person, but rest assured that the work can likely be done with relative ease. Another note from reviewers, which is wise in general: Don’t disregard instructions, no matter how confident you may be in your abilities. Getting a quick lay of the land always makes assembly easier!

Castelry delivers its furniture in large, well-packaged boxes as a standard service to your front door or building entrance, with a shipping fee that’s dependent on your location. It’s possible to pay an additional fee to have your order brought into a specific room (with a limit of two flights of stairs), or you can splurge to get the white-glove service and have the furniture assembled exactly where you need it.

It’s important to note the fine print around shipping, as your order will be coming from overseas. And be sure to enter your zip code on any product page, which will have details on availability, too. 

All of Castlery’s inventory is shipped through Maersk, and there is a sustainability initiative around reducing ocean freight carbon emissions in place. While you don’t need to do anything to ensure this, the pledge is baked into your order, it’s nice to know that the discussion is taking place. Maersk also has plans to be carbon neutral by 2040. 

Castlery operates entirely online, so it doesn’t have any physical store locations. You can use a room designer tool to see how a piece may look in a space, or read up on its active blog for tips on creating a designer-approved room. 

Yes, Castlery has seasonal sales that offer substantial discounts, particularly around Cyber Week and major holidays like Memorial Day and the Fourth of July. Sign up for the mailing list to stay in-the-know about deals, or simply check in when a major holiday is happening. Currently, Castlery is running a Fourth of July sale with sitewide discounts up to $450 off. You can also snag an extra $50 off $1,500 on top of the current sale with the promo code PERK4G. The promotion ends June 23.

Yes, according to our editors, Castlery’s furniture is worth it. Senior commerce editor Ian Burke tested the Dalton Storage Bed, and writes: “The Dalton Storage Bed is a gorgeous piece of furniture that’s both comfortable and highly practical. Its sturdy construction features a thick headboard that wraps around the sides a bit — a feature I’ve come to love.”

Apartment Therapy contributor Sarah Lyon also raved about a bouclé swivel chair and stool that turned her childhood bedroom into a relaxing space for her mom to enjoy. “The chair swivels, making it easy to enjoy the view out of the bedroom’s expansive windows, and the little stool is perfect to use as either a footrest or a side table,” she says.

There is so much to choose from at Castlery, and it seems as though that variety is also met with high standards. It should be noted that returns are set at a 14-day window, which is much shorter than other direct-to-consumer furniture brands. But by the sound of these reviews, you likely don’t need to worry about it. 

While there are plenty of options to peruse at Castlery, these are the ones that should get a spot on your radar.