The CASTE collection has grown significantly in recent years, with Ty’s designs now encompassing not only the original carved wood pieces, but also dining furniture, upholstery, accessories, and lighting. All pieces are entirely made in the U.S.A., some still hand-crafted in Montana and others produced by fine fabricators in the Chicago area, where CASTE is headquartered.
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The CASTE line of furniture and accessories is designed in its entirety by Ty Best. Ty was born and raised in Montana and lives there today. Born in Deer Lodge, both his home and his studio are now in Missoula, close to his roots and the unique and familiar geography he cherishes.
THE BRAND
Ty created his first furniture collection in 2007, establishing the CASTE brand the same year. In 2008, CASTE gallery was opened in Chicago to showcase and sell both his furniture and artwork, all made by hand in his Montana studio at that time.
Madoc Drink Table
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The Madoc Drink Table designed by TY Best is a sleek and modern piece of furniture that is perfect for any contemporary living space. The table features a cast glass base with a burnished or darkened bronze finish that gives it a unique and eye-catching appearance.
Elso Cocktail Table
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The Elso Cocktail table, designed by TY Best, is a modern, stylish coffee table. It features a beautiful bleached white oak finish that adds a touch of elegance to any room. The table has a minimalist design with clean lines and a simple silhouette, making it a versatile piece that can complement a wide range of interior styles.
Ousel Tables
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The Ousel Tables are a set of tables designed by TY Best, featuring a sleek and modern design. They are made of cast bronze with a darkened finish, which gives them a rich, textured appearance.
Polson Dining Table
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The Polson dining table is a beautiful piece of furniture designed by TY Best. It is made of high-quality walnut wood with an iron finish, giving it a unique and modern look. The table's design is simple yet elegant, with clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic.
Calderwood Console Table
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The Calderwood Console Table is a stylish and sophisticated piece of furniture designed by TY Best. It features a parchment top with a burnished brass base, creating a stunning visual contrast that adds to its overall elegance. The parchment top of the Calderwood Console Table is unique and distinctive, with a natural texture and a subtle, organic pattern. The burnished brass base provides a sturdy foundation for the tabletop, while also adding a touch of glamour and sophistication to the design.
Harlow Cocktail Table
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The Harlow Cocktail Table is a beautiful piece of furniture designed by TY Best. It features a light iron finish with a carrara marble top, creating a stunning visual contrast that adds to its overall sophistication. The carrara marble top of the Harlow Cocktail Table is luxurious and elegant, with a natural pattern that is unique to each piece. The light iron finish on the table's base provides a sleek and modern look, while also adding a touch of industrial flair to the design.
Bridger Cocktail Table
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The Bridger Cocktail Table is a stunning piece of furniture designed by TY Best. It features a beautiful oak tabletop with an iron ceruse finish and a darkened bronze base, creating a unique and eye-catching look. The oak tabletop of the Bridger Cocktail Table has a beautiful texture and grain pattern, which is highlighted by the iron ceruse finish. The finish creates a subtle, yet distinctive, contrast between the light color of the wood and the darkened bronze base.
Pryor Console
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The Pryor Console designed by TY Best in a walnut true black finish is a piece of furniture that combines functionality with elegant design. It features a sleek and modern look that is achieved through the use of high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship. The console is made of solid wood, with a walnut finish that is stained to a true black color, giving it a unique and sophisticated appearance. The clean lines of the console are enhanced by the absence of any visible hardware, which creates a seamless and minimalist look.
Bannack Table
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The Bannack Table designed by TY Best is a unique piece of furniture that combines the natural beauty of wood with expert craftsmanship. It features a hand-carved walnut base that supports a solid oak top, creating a striking contrast between the two woods.
Bridger Cast Bronze Tables
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The Bridger Tables are a collection of tables designed by TY Best. They are made of cast bronze and feature a Berkeley brown patina. The Bridger Tables are designed to be functional works of art, with a unique style and a focus on quality craftsmanship. Each table is hand-crafted by skilled artisans and finished with a unique patina that gives it a rich, warm appearance.
Vessel Cocktail Table
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The Vessel Cocktail Table designed by TY Best is a stunning piece of furniture that combines the warm tones of natural walnut with the luster of polished bronze. It features a solid walnut tabletop that rests on a polished bronze armature, creating a harmonious balance between the two materials.
Loma Table Lamp
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The Loma Table Lamp is a beautifully designed lamp by TY Best, featuring a burnished brass base and a French paper shade. The burnished brass finish gives the lamp a warm, vintage look, while the French paper shade adds a touch of elegance and sophistication.
Coram Table Lamp
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The Coram Table Lamp is another beautiful lamp designed by TY Best, featuring a darkened brass base with a lacquered finish. The lamp has a sleek, modern design that is both stylish and functional.
Camus Floor Light
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The Camus Floor Light is a stunning piece of lighting designed by TY Best, featuring a cast bronze base with a clay patina and a French paper shade. The lamp has a timeless design that exudes sophistication and elegance.
Porphyry Sconce
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The Porphyry Sconce is a lighting fixture designed by TY Best that features a burnished brass frame with a wrapped handle. The sconce has a unique and distinctive design combining traditional material and contemporary shape. The burnished brass frame of the Porphyry Sconce has a warm, golden finish that provides a luxurious and elegant look. The structure is designed to hold a light bulb and is shaped to create a soft and diffused light ideal for creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in any room.
Devon Sconce
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The Devon sconce is a lighting fixture designed by TY Best that features a combination of cast bronze and Venetian glass. The sconce has a sleek and modern design incorporating a rectangular piece of Venetian glass mounted onto a cast bronze frame. The cast bronze frame has a rich, dark finish and is shaped to provide a sturdy and stylish base for Venetian glass. The glass is hand-blown and comes in various colors and finishes, including clear, frosted, and textured.
