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George Nelson Eye Clock shadow

George Nelson Eye Clock

Keep an eye on time… literally! Time marches on inevitably, we all know it… That shouldn’t stop us from having a bit of fun with it! George Nelson’s Eye Clock design from 1957 is a classic piece that still fits in great in...

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LC4 – THE Lounge Chair shadow

LC4 – THE Lounge Chair

When you hear the words “lounge chair” what comes to mind? Perhaps the Barcelona? Maybe the classic Eames? Well, for most people it’s probably the iconic LC4 Chaise Lounge by LeCorbusier… and probably the black leather version. ...

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Eames Management Chair shadow

Eames Management Chair

Yesterday at work it occurred to me that my chair was an old piece of crap… Granted, this wasn’t my regular workstation which is only somewhat more ergonomic, but since I was working there I’ll call it mine. Now armed with this knowle...

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The Hardoy Chair shadow

The Hardoy Chair

Another fabulous design classic from the 1930’s. The Hardoy Chair (also known as the Butterfly or BKR chair) was designed by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy in 1938 and originally produced by Knoll. You’ll notice that the original doesn’t have folding...

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Steel wires and glass – Platner Coffee Table shadow

Steel wires and glass – Platner Coffee Table

These two materials are widely used in modern furniture and interior design… let’s face it, they just scream MODERNISM! But that’s not always what people are looking for. Sometimes it’s nice to have a piece that’s modern but understat...

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Brno Chair shadow

Brno Chair

Designed in 1929 by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, the Brno chair is another example of the timeless quality of Bauhaus Furniture. Like the Barcelona Chair and other pieces, the Brno chair is made of sturdy steel construction and leather upholst...

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George Nelson Platform Bench shadow

George Nelson Platform Bench

Another of my all time favorite pieces… the George Nelson Platform Bench. This gorgeous piece of furniture is probably one of the most practical and versatile pieces of mid century modern furniture you can buy. Made of Maple (one of m...

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George Nelson Ball Pendant shadow

George Nelson Ball Pendant

George nelson is definitely one of my favorite designers, from furniture to clocks to lights, his work is truly inspiring and like Charles and Ray Eames; iconic. Today I’ve got lights on my mind… for some reason I’ve been really takin...

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Time for George Nelson shadow

Time for George Nelson

A George Nelson clock is more than just a clock, more than just a timepiece… it’s a timeless statement of style and iconic design. Designed in the 1950s, George Nelson’s Ball Clock, Sunflower Clock and Sunburst Clock are not only inst...

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