Marge Carson and iMAN Maghsoudi Launch The Oceanic Collection of Luxury Furniture

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Nov 8, 2025 - 12:12

Marge Carson and iMAN Maghsoudi Launch The Oceanic Collection of Luxury Furniture

In a defining moment for global luxury design, Marge Carson, America’s premier heritage furniture brand celebrating nearly eight decades of artistry, proudly unveils The Oceanic Collection, an extraordinary collaboration between CEO Janet Linly and visionary designer iMAN Maghsoudi. Born from a shared pursuit of excellence, emotion, and innovation, The Oceanic Collection captures the essence of the sea, its rhythm, depth, and eternal movement, translated into sculptural forms that merge timeless craftsmanship with forward-looking design.

A Legacy Reimagined Under Janet Linly

Under the leadership of Janet Linly, Marge Carson has entered a new era of innovation without compromise. With decades of experience in luxury interiors and executive stewardship, Linly has guided the brand to honor its nearly 80-year heritage while boldly expanding into the future through partnerships with visionary creators.

“At Marge Carson, we’ve always believed that true luxury is timeless,” says Janet Linly, CEO and creative collaborator. “When iMAN shared his ocean-inspired vision, it instantly resonated. His artistry and our craftsmanship came together in perfect harmony. It’s a blend of nature, design, and emotion that feels alive.”

The Visionary: iMAN Maghsoudi

iMAN is an award-winning industrial designer celebrated for his pioneering work in car design, luxury products, and futuristic concepts. His career began with the Ferrari Monza concept (2006) — an award-winning creation that established his signature blend of sculptural functionality, technological craftsmanship, and timeless futurism. Since then, his visionary designs have been acclaimed and awarded by the world’s most prestigious institutions — including Red Dot, IDEA, IDA, and the A’ Design Awards — ultimately earning him the title of World’s #1 Luxury Designer by DAC in 2019, a recognition that solidified his role as one of the leading forces shaping the future of luxury.

“The ocean has always fascinated me. The ocean speaks in rhythm, not words. I’ve always seen the ocean as a living sculpture — infinite, fluid, and untamed,” says iMAN. “I wanted to sculpt that into form — to let movement become design and emotion become structure. Janet Linly and the artisans of Marge Carson gave that vision texture and life. Together, we transformed inspiration into experience.”

The Oceanic Collection — A Symphony of Depth and Motion

Each piece in The Oceanic Collection channels the rhythm and emotion of the ocean through architectural structure and tactile detail. The result is a body of work that is sensual, sculptural, and deeply human.

The Oceanic Piano

The Oceanic Piano, part of the Oceanic Collection, continues iMAN’s legacy of redefining the piano as sculptural art. Its fluid silhouette echoes the rhythm of waves, transforming sound into form. Building on the success of his acclaimed EXXEO Carbon-Fiber Piano, the Oceanic becomes an ultra-limited masterpiece crafted from carbon fiber, space-grade aluminum, and hand-finished leathers, featuring the latest hybrid piano technology developed with KAWAI Japan.

Marge Carson and iMAN Maghsoudi Launch The Oceanic Collection of Luxury Furniture
The Aurelia Chair

Named for the moon jellyfish, Aurelia embodies organic grace. Its sculpted silhouette and radiant metallic accents evoke the glimmer of sunlight beneath clear waves. It is light, fluid, and endlessly elegant.

The Swell Two-Sided Sofa

A dual-orientation sofa designed to anchor grand living spaces, Swell captures the momentum of the sea’s rising crest. Its continuous curvature and dual-facing design invite both intimacy and openness. It is a masterpiece of movement and balance.

The Ripple Sofa

A study in rhythm and flow, Ripple features undulating contours upholstered in layered tones reminiscent of shifting tides. It invites reflection, comfort, and calm – it’s the serenity of the shoreline embodied in form.

Marine Mystique Bed

The centerpiece of the collection, Marine Mystique translates the quiet power of the ocean’s depths into architecture. Its sculptural headboard and integrated nightstands evoke the horizon where sea and sky dissolve, creating a statement of tranquility and grandeur.

Marge Carson and iMAN Maghsoudi Launch The Oceanic Collection of Luxury Furniture

Each piece is handcrafted in limited production by Marge Carson’s master artisans, merging heritage craftsmanship with Maghsoudi’s avant-garde design language to create furniture that transcends time.

Learn more about The Oceanic Collection and view the full gallery at https://margecarson.com/pages/the-oceanic-collection-by-iman-marge-carson

The Perfect Synergy of Vision and Leadership

The collaboration between Janet Linly and iMAN represents the rare alignment of legacy and innovation. Linly’s refined sense of global luxury and business acumen complement iMAN’s artistic experimentation, resulting in a collection that is not only visually striking but emotionally resonant.

“iMAN’s creativity challenges convention,” says Linly. “Together, we explored what happens when centuries-old craftsmanship meets a designer who thinks like a sculptor and an engineer. The Oceanic Collection is the result; it is art that can be lived in.”

A New Era for Heritage Luxury

For nearly 80 years, Marge Carson has defined American luxury through handcrafted furniture of distinction, serving a global clientele who value authenticity and artistry. Under Janet Linly’s leadership, the brand continues to evolve, bridging the gap between heritage and modernity, and reaffirming that true luxury lies in detail, craftsmanship, and emotional connection.

“The Oceanic Collection captures everything Marge Carson stands for: mastery, emotion, and elegance,” says Linly. “It is both a tribute to our past and a bold step into our future.”

Global Launch and Availability

The Oceanic Collection will debut with private previews in Los Angeles, New York, London, and Dubai beginning 2026, followed by global availability through select Marge Carson Global showrooms and luxury design studios. Each piece will be offered through the brand’s couture customization program, allowing clients to tailor materials, finishes, and fabrics to their personal aesthetic.

About Marge Carson

Founded in 1947 by interior designer Marjorie Reese Carson, Marge Carson is one of America’s most distinguished luxury furniture manufacturers. Renowned for handcrafted upholstery, casegoods, couture finishes, and custom tailoring, Marge Carson serves a global audience that values artistry, originality and timeless design. Headquartered in Clarendon Hills, Illinois, the company continues to thrive under the leadership of CEO Janet Linly.

Learn more at www.MargeCarson.com

About iMAN

iMAN Maghsoudi is an Iranian-American industrial designer internationally recognized for his visionary approach to Luxury Futurism.
Named the world’s #1 Luxury Designer by DAC in 2019, he is the recipient of numerous international honors, including the Red Dot Design Award, IDEA, IDA, A’ Design Award, DURA, and Interior Motives Awards.
iMAN’s work has been featured in Forbes, Robb Report, The Telegraph, TopGear, CNET, AutoWeek, and SWAGGER, and exhibited at the Museum of Design (MoOD) — establishing his legacy as one of the world’s most forward-thinking designers.

Explore more at www.iman.design