Frank Gehry 1992. 2 years after receiving the Pritzker Prize--the Nobel of architecture--he released the Gehry Collection for Knoll, causing a frenzy among collectors and designers. Drawing inspiration from wicker furniture and bushel baskets, Gehry designed a collection named after ice hockey terms and fashioned from wafer-thin strips of laminated wood, bent, woven, and curled into fluid, featherweight yet sturdy forms. Before the chairs had even been released to the public, MOMA had placed early production samples in a window display. All wood grains run in same direction for resilience. Thermo-set assembly glue provides structural rigidity without the need for metal connectors, while allowing for ergonomic movement and flexibility.
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Designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll® Harry Bertoia first met Florence Knoll Bassett (then Florence Schust) at Cranbrook Academy of Art. Years With his iconic seating collection, Harry Bertoia transformed industrial wire rods into a new furniture form. The events that made this work possible began a decade earlier at Cranbrook Academy of Art when Bertoia met Florence Knoll Bassett (then Florence Schust). Years later, the Italian-born designer was invited to work for Florence and her husband Hans Knoll. Bertoia was given the freedom to work on whatever suited him, without being held to a strict design agenda, and the result of this arrangement was the Bertoia Seating Collection (1952). Featuring a delicate filigreed appearance that’s supremely strong, these airy seats are sculpted out of steel rods. In his art, Bertoia experimented with open forms and metal work, and these chairs were an extension of that work. "If you look at the chairs, they are mainly made of air, like sculpture," said Bertoia. "Space passes through them." After designing his seating collection, Bertoia returned to focusing mostly on sculpture. His work was often used in projects by Eero Saarinen (another Cranbrook friend), notably at MIT and the Dulles International Airport. Manufactured by Knoll according to the original and exacting specifications of the designer. Made in Italy.
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Two years after receiving the Pritzker Prize -- "the Nobel of architecture" -- Frank Gehry released the Gehry Collection for Knoll, causing a frenzy among collectors and designers. Face Off cafe table has a top in 1/2" thick tempered clear glass with polished edge or 5/8" thick textured white laminate top with clear solid edgeband. Four bolts attach table top to base. Base is constructed of hard white maple veneers in 2" wide, 1/24" thick strips. Laminated to 8-ply thickness with high-bonding urea glue. All wood grains run in the same direction for resilience. State-of-the-art thermoset assembly glue provides structural rigidity without the need for metal connectors. Solid maple center column prevents racking. Arced base design allows ample leg room. Item
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Recognized for his organically-inspired products crafted in innovative materials, Ross Lovegrove achieves a new level of clarity for KnollStudio with his Tri-Oval Table. The Tri-Oval Low Tables employ a gracefully-curved, single piece of tubular steel with a range of table top and base finish options.
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A KnollStudio classic, Jens Risom's Amoeba Table is at once amorphous and crisply defined. The silhouette is certainly one of the defining styles of mid-century design. Features legs and apron constructed of solid maple hardwood and mortise and tenon joints with a choice of three table top finishes.
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In surprising harmony, the 1960s, Platner Table Collection combines a soft, curved base with minimal, modernist materials. The Planter 42-Inch Coffee Table is a modern era design icons. Offered with a Bright Nickel or Metallic Bronze base which can be paired and a variety of glass, marble, wood finish, granite and veneer table tops. Also available in 36" version.
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In surprising harmony, the 1960s, Platner Table Collection combines a soft, curved base with minimal, modernist materials. The Planter 36-Inch Coffee Table is a modern era design icons. Offered with a Bright Nickel or Metallic Bronze base which can be paired and a variety of glass, marble, wood finish, granite and veneer table tops. Also available in 42" version.
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Inspired by his Wassily Chair, Marcel Breuer's Laccio Coffee Table features a singular use of polished metal and crisp, minimal lines. The top is finished in White, Black or Red laminate and can be layered with the collection's Side Table (sold separately).
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From Florence Knoll's 1961 Executive Collection of modern classics, the Knoll Rectangular Coffee Table is customizable with a range of table top options in glass, marble or veneer. Florence Knoll's Coffee Tables are reserved and cool, severe and angular, reflecting the objective ideal of the 1960s. Offered with a Polished or Satin Chrome base and a range of table tops in glass, marble and veneer.
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From Florence Knoll's 1961 Executive Collection of modern classics. Often imitated but never duplicated, the Knoll Square Coffee Table is cool and precise. Sharp metal angles meet to frame a table top in glass, marble, granite, finished wood or veneer. Offered with a Polished or Satin Chrome base.
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"Form is not the aim of our work. It is the result," wrote Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. His approach to architecture and design was based on the philosophy of "no trivial decoration." The Barcelona Table reflects this pure and simple design concept — at once functional and formal. Offered in Stainless Steel or Chrome with two different glass types.
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Originally designed in the late 1940's, the Straight Chair has been reintroduced by Knoll. George Nakashima's extraordinary blend of the organic, natural qualities of wood and clean modern design formed this Modernist interpretation of the traditional Windsor chair. Featuring natural, low-sheen finishes and live wood grain patterns, the Straight Chair epitomizes Nakashima and his craft.
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deal for small spaces, Ufficio Tecnico's 1971 Spoleto chair is "the" compact cantilevered, tubular metal chair. Ufficio Tecnico's 1971 award-winning Spoleto chair combines classic, modern elegance with compact dimensions. Inspired by Mies Van der Rohe's MR Chair with a more compact Polished Chrome frame. The upholstery, available in black and neutral tones, is a thick cowhide sling with nylon laces. Spoleto is the recipient of a 1977 Museum of Modern Art Award and a 1978 Design Center Stuttgart Award.
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This KnollStudio Classic was one of the first designs commissioned by Knoll. Instantly recognizable and combining thoughtful styling with minimal lines, the Risom Chair Collection is at home in dining and living spaces alike. Mortise and tenon construction. The Side Chair is available with two webbing options and the entire collection offers three hardwood finishes and a range of webbing options.
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This 1927 design icon features tubular steel with cantilevered seating from the mind of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Inspired by the lines of tubular iron rockers designed in Europe during the mid-19th century, Mies incorporated a new material and a new technology in the use of the cantilever principle. The chair is available with or without arms and in three supple cowhide colors.
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Design Verner Panton, 1959. Shell with upholstery and seat cushion, brushed stainless steel base. Made in Germany by Vitra. In 1958 he returned to Denmark full of unconventional ideas... one of which evolved into the iconic Heart Cone Chair. Defying gravity, the cone was both futuristic and shocking... so much so that when it was exhibited in a shop window in New York City police had to order its removal due to the traffic chaos its presence created. A comfortable club chair for everyday use, Vitra has faithfully re-issued this classic in close collaboration with the Panton estate. The Heart Cone Chair takes its name from its heart-shaped silhouette. 35" h | 40.5" w | 24.5" d $3,430.00 + free shipping in the continental U.S. (usually ships in 3-4 days).
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Right now, I'm sitting here eating my Skinny Cow ice cream sandwich, watching Flight of the Conchords, submitting sites to my favorite Social Networking websites, all the while my Noguchi Akari lamp is lighting my way...I adore this lamp more than any of my other mid-century modern pieces. I only wish it was a true vintage piece...but reissues are always in mint condition, right? ;)
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My favorite side chair of all time...
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Design Frank Lloyd Wright, 1936 steel, wood. Made in Italy by Cassina Designed in 1936 for the S.C. Johnson Wax Company, this iconoclastic desk and chair still satisfy the needs of that person looking for a functioning work of art to place in their home or workplace. Brick-red metal frame with natural cherry wood accent top and arms. A pendaflex file drawer, wastebasket, and accompanying file rack complete this state of the art design. Cassina is the exclusive licensed and authorized manufacturer of Frank Lloyd Wright designs worldwide. Every item in the Cassina Wright Collection bears the signature of the designer and a serial number. The serial number indicates the exact date of production and allows the article to be matched with its Identity Card.
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I love to see new Eames products being pushed into the world through the mid-century modern womb!
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the womb chair & ottoman designed by eero saarinen, 1948. intended to facilitate a relaxed seating posture, the womb chair derives its name from the sense of security felt while relaxing in it. one of saarinen's most recognizable designs, the womb is made of foam over a molded, reinforced fiberglass shell. the base comes in your choice of polished chrome plated or matte black powder coated steel rods. separate seat cushions are included. the ottoman, available separately, has a foam cushion over molded plywood. dimensions : chair - 40"w x 34"d x 35.5"h : ottoman - 25.5"w x 20"d x 16"h
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A re-addition to Richard Schultz's latest Collection! Made from light-weight aluminum, this modern serving cart with wheels has the same shapes, finishes and lines of his 1966 Collection. The serving cart is available with the white frame and white enamel shelves and each cart will be signed by Richard Schultz. A wonderful complement to any of Richard Schultz's Collections!
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Description: Richard Schultz originally designed this collection at the request of Florence Knoll who wanted well-designed outdoor furnishings that would withstand the corrosive salt air at her home in Florida. Through the years, the 1966 Collection has earned a special place in the world of outdoor furniture. Having won numerous industrial design and interior design awards, 1966 Schultz Collection Chaise Lounge is included in tons of museum collections.
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Designer sofas,chairs,ottomans,stools,benches,tables,.Living, dining, lighting,sleeping,working,
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in bright colors now! i am grooving on the orange and green ones myself. :)
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