Some pieces arrive with a patina of narrative already built in. Kenian Furniture—founded on a love of tortoise bamboo, vintage rattan, and the easy elegance of coastal living—brings a tactile, timeless spirit to the house. These are pieces that feel as if they’ve always belonged here, infused with the gentle rhythm of island life. But beneath the breezy charm lies a deeply personal story: named for founder Clell Smith’s children, Kendall and Ian, Kenian is as much a love letter to family as it is to furniture. Ian, who was born with Down Syndrome, continues to inspire the company’s ethos—and a portion of profits is proudly donated to Special Olympics Virginia Beach. This is furniture that does more than furnish. It connects, supports, and uplifts.
Touch of Texture
Why: Because furniture should do more than look good—it should feel good. Kenian creates pieces that invite touch, encourage ease, and carry stories within their frames. With roots in both craftsmanship and care, the brand is grounded in authenticity, creating designs that are as soulful as they are stylish. Every chair, table, and accent is infused with an ethos of generosity and joy—bringing a human element to coastal design.
What: Woven rattan, tortoise bamboo, wrapped reed, and intricate caning form the heart of Kenian’s collection at Ten Easy Street. These pieces—light yet grounded, airy yet substantial—add a textural richness to the interiors. From sculptural accent chairs to curved side tables and thoughtful details tucked throughout, Kenian’s furniture brings a warmth that is both physical and emotional.
Where: Kenian’s pieces are thoughtfully placed in the Kitchen, Great Room, and Reading Room, where texture becomes a throughline. A rattan chair pulled up to the kitchen counter, a bamboo table catching the light in the Great Room, or a sculpted side table in the Reading Room—each piece offers a moment of visual rest and tactile pleasure, tying the spaces together with softness and soul.