To build a Y2K futurist aesthetic, start with places that never fully abandoned late-1990s futurism. Kartell is essential. Their plastic chairs, glossy finishes, and translucent colours defined the era. If you need cheaper pieces to support them, head to IKEA (look at the Nytillverkad collection!). Add lighting from Flos, or find a good-quality ice cube or lava lamp to push the mood.

Looking for specific items that capture the aesthetic? Check out the Chrome&Candy Product Portal.

For rooms more millennial modern, look at Cappellini. It sits on the edge between Memphis and Y2K. Chrome, lacquer, and odd proportions — that’s what we want. Seletti often skews too ironic, but there are some sweet pieces if you are selective. The same applies to HAY. It can feel playful, but that softness needs to be balanced with glass, metal and things that feel futuristic.

Lastly look for things that need a new home. Old office furniture from Vitra is ideal. Mesh, aluminium, and exposed structures. Search eBay, Facebook Marketplace, and specialist vintage furniture retailers based in London (indexed in the Product Portal as REUSE items). You will need to avoid some, admittedly beautiful, mid-century classics. But it’s hard to make walnut work here. Of course, exceptions can be made for anything that codes space age. The future has been the future for a long time.