The Michael Thonet Chair – A Never Ending Experiment with Steam Bending
by John Watson
Experiments with the Michael Thonet continue today.
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Eileen Gray Table – A Closer Look
by John Watson
The Eileen Gray Table exhibits many of her skills as a craftswoman, as well as a designer.
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So What is a Michael Thonet Bentwood Chair Anyways? A Quick Overview
by John Watson
Michael Thonet’s bentwood chairs have a rich and wonderful history.
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A Brief History of the Saarinen Table
by John Watson
Over time the Saarinen table has developed in a way that would likely have pleased this modern classic master.
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Sapiens Bookcases by Sintesi
The Sapiens Bookcase by Sintesi is a contemporary space saving idea. Instead of committing to an over-extension of lateral space, why not just use a limited vertical space, and make it elegant? That’s the concept behind this book-loving Sapiens bookshelf. Utilizing a tower instead of a conventional wall unit, this sleek and functional designer bookshelf […]
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Vibrant New Year
Love Lounge Chair by Giovannetti The Love Lounge Chair by Giovannetti is more than a chair. In this 2006 design by the Italian designer Sandro Santantonio, the soft lines of a heart are constructed making this chair exude emotion. Known for other organic shaped chairs, such as the Daisy and Flower, Santantonio’s Love Lounge is […]
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Harry Bertoia Designs
Harry Bertoia Born in Udine, Italy in 1915, Harry Bertoia started drawing at the age of 13. Just two years later Harry Bertoia emigrated to Canada and then the United States in 1930. During his diverse design career, Harry Bertoia designs spanned from sculptures to jewelry to furniture. During the 1940s, Harry Bertoia worked closely […]
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Corbusier Chaise Handcrafted in Tuscany
The Le Corbusier Chaise Lounge was designed in 1928 for the furnishing of a villa in the Ville d’ Avray, and utilizes exposed structural elements with padded leather cushion and headrest. Le Corbusier was borne Charles Edouard Jeanneret, and is widely considered the most important Modernist chair designer in France. As a spirited advocate of […]
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LIGHTS OUT!
The sack, the hay- whatever you choose to call it dreams are had and memories are made here. It is our place to recharge and relax. Based just outside of Venice Italy, Bolzan Letti has been an innovator and design leader in platform beds. Bolzan Letti ranks among Italy’s leading producers of bed frames, […]
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Space Saving Designs
Ozzio is well known for their extraordinary ability to combine functionality and design, providing immaculately designed pieces that address today’s ever impending issues resulting from lack of space. Explore modern solutions that embrace functionality, beauty and technology. Where else will you find a side console that converts into an amazing dining table with room […]
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