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Lino Comfort Sleeper

Pete — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 23:32:08 +0000

View a Flash Video of the Lino Comfort Sofa.Made with a patented sleeper mechanism, the Lino Comfort Sleeper (2004) pulls out and unfolds to provide an exceptionally comfortable queen-sized sleeping surface. The length of the bed is a full 80″, yet it uses 12″ less space than conventional sleeper sofas. Based on a European pla…read more

Eames Chaise

Pete — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:59:38 +0000

Just 18 inches wide, this lightly scaled chaise fits in a study, an office – even a hallway. Its soft foam cushions rest atop a gently sloping frame and two loose cushions give added support under the neck, back or legs. Remarkably comfortable, the development of the chaise was inspired by Hollywood director Billy Wilder. In a conversation with friends Charles and Ray Eames, Wilder mentioned that he often took his afternoon nap on a foot-wide plank slung between…read more

Eames Rectangular Table

Pete — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 14:09:16 +0000

Genuine innovation is rare. And perhaps no one has achieved it as often as Charles and Ray Eames. Their inventive design for this dining table makes functionality beautiful with an uncluttered profile well suited to both traditional and contemporary interiors. To give the table maximum strength and stability, Charles and Ray created a design that securely affixes the base to the 1-inch-thick tabletop; adjustable glides keep things on a even keel.This orig…read more

Drink Wall Sconce

Pete — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 22:15:32 +0000

A modernist revision of the halogen torchiere, the Drink Wall Sconce (2004) represents both functional and aesthetic advances. Inspired by the simple, iconic form of a long-stemmed wine glass, the lamp’s tall shade effectively prevents glare from the halogen bulb while still allowing for efficient light-shedding. The Sconce’s small scale and simple form work well in multiples and can be installed upward or downward depending on preference. The powder-coated steel Sconce extends 4.75″ from the wall. Bulb (no…read more

Eames Aluminum Ottoman – HM Leather

Pete — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 01:20:27 +0000

This inviting high-back lounge chair offers wonderful comfort with a firm, flexible seat and upholstered headrest. As an extension of the Eames aluminum group, the chairs design has its source in furniture originally commissioned for a private residence by architects Eero Saarinen and Alexander Girard. Its exceptional comfort is created by the unique design of the seat pad–stretched tautly around cylinders at either end of the frame to create a “sitting pocket.” The lounge chair also has a til…read more

Eames Soft Pad Management Chair – Custom SB Lthr

Pete — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 15:31:18 +0000

A distinctive profile. A taut seat sling. Soft, thick cushions. In concert, they yield the Eames Soft Pad Chair (1969). Handsome and versatile, the Soft Pad Chair may be used in a variety of home and office settings. The chair evolved from the Eames aluminum group, furniture originally developed for a private residence designed by Eero Saarinen and Alexander Girard. And with the addition of 2″ thick seat cushions, it retains the style of the earlier group, while gaining significant comfort. B…read more

Eames Aluminum Lounge Chair – HM Leather

Pete — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 20:35:47 +0000

This inviting high-back lounge chair offers wonderful comfort with a firm, flexible seat and upholstered headrest. As an extension of the Eames aluminum group, the chair’s design has its source in furniture originally commissioned for a private residence by architects Eero Saarinen and Alexander Girard. Its exceptional comfort is created by the unique design of the seat pad-stretched tautly around cylinders at either end of the frame to create a “sitting pocket.” The lounge chair also has a ti…read more

Eames Aluminum Management Chair – Custom SB Lther

Pete — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 20:29:19 +0000

When Ray and Charles Eames designed the Eames Aluminum Management Chair (1958), they created a revolution in task seating that has lost none of its edge. Designed to reflect the anatomy and dynamics of the body, it permits seamless movement from one activity to another. The lightweight, corrosion-resistant and die-cast frame is wrapped in a Spinneybeck leather sling with a wide seat for leisurely sitting. Spinneybeck is a smooth, tight-grain, aniline-dyed leather with a supple hand. Set on a fi…read more

Eames Aluminum Side Chair – Custom SB Leather

Pete — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 20:30:40 +0000

When Charles and Ray Eames designed the Eames Aluminum Management Chair and Side Chair (1958), they created a revolution in seating that has lost none of its edge. These chairs were originally developed as a special project for a private residence being designed by Eero Saarinen and Alexander Girard. Moving away from the Eameses’ shell forms of the 1940s and exploring newly affordable aluminum, the designers constructed a lightweight, corrosion-resistant and die-cast frame. They wrapped the frame in a sling…read more

Portola Armchair – Ultrasuede

Pete — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:25:38 +0000

The Portola Sofa (2003) is built for maximum comfort and lasting good looks with deep, firm cushions and an angled seat back. Back cushions are zippered in place for a neat, flush appearance. Kiln-dried hardwood frames are guaranteed for life and are fully reinforced, with padding on back, sides and front deck. Double-needle topstitched Ultrasuede upholstery has a soft, supple hand and is applied in large panels using a special fixed slipcover technique. The Armchair and Ottoman share the desig…read more