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The Platner table was popular from its release in 1966 and quickly became accepted as one of the most elegant and iconic designs to come out of the Modernist period of the mid- twentieth century. The design is stylish and diverse enough to be used in an assortment of decorating styles and with a wide variety of furn...

The Swan Chair was specially designed for the opening of the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958, by the hotel’s architect, Arne Jacobsen. One of the first examples of furniture designs to make use of moldable materials, the Swan Chair is a neo-modern classic with its flowing curves and striking shape. Use its app...

Now that you've made the decision to purchase an arne jacobsen egg chair , choosing a coffee table that complements the chair is vitally important. Here are ten coffee tables that go really well with the egg chair . • Wooden black coffee table. For the office area, a square wooden black table will look sharp with mo...

Using Color and Shape for Decorating with the Coconut Chair Introduced to the market in 1955 by Herman Miller, the Coconut Chair is a classic of modernism in furniture design and is a feature of permanent exhibitions the world over. Architect George Nelson, famed and respected for his out-of-the-box-thinking, design...

The biggest dilemma of decorating your home may be something as basic as what style of décor to choose. Do you go for the old-world, old-money, antique look? Or do you choose a more classy and contemporary, modern look? The good news is that you don't necessarily have to choose anymore. New trends in inteiors are ve...

When it comes to romance everything has to be just right, including the environment like furniture. The appropriate furniture can help in creating a romantic environment and if ambiance is the key to getting the most of every romantic encounter then consider some of these chairs which are great for making love. Barc...

The Coconut Chair was designed in the mid 50’s by one of the founders of American Modernism, George Nelson. The striking design of the chair is intended to represent an eighth of a coconut shell and shows off the inverted colors of the tropical fruit – white on the outside plastic shell and black leather, or a varie...

The Womb Chair is famous for being one of the most comfortable chairs ever designed and guests and family are likely to spend more time in this piece of furniture than most others. While providing comfort is important to any owner, the extended period of use of the chair will mean that more cleaning issues are likel...

A Barcelona chair is a priceless commodity in itself and it can add up to the beauty of your interiors even if it is the only piece of furniture placed in a specific room. You can however add some accent pieces that can make your room more attractive. The rule of thumb when looking for accent pieces to place in a ro...

In the late 1940s, Eero Saarinen created the uniquely designed womb chair . What started out as a challenge to create a comfortable chair, has changed the world of modern design standards. Given its ultra level of comfort, it's only fitting to place your womb chair where you can enjoy a great view. Not sure where yo...

Designed by the versatile Finnish American architect, Eero Saarinen in 1946, the Womb Chair is considered a classic example of modern furniture design. Saarinen concentrated his furniture design on three principles - function, structure and modern style. He was commissioned to design a chair in which a person could...

Your Barcelona chair can stand alone both as functional furniture and as a decorative piece. However, it would be great to mix and match your Barcelona chair with other eye-catching pieces for your home like a contemporary lamp. There are lots of choices when it comes to the type of contemporary lamps that can go we...

The womb chair has been considered by some designers to be the most coveted lounge chair. Designed to meet a specific purpose, the womb chair far exceeded expectations. Check out these interesting facts and discover what makes the womb chair so special! • Requested by Florence Knoll. In the late 1940's, Florence Kno...

A breakfast room or sun room would benefit from having a Barcelona chair and a matching coffee table. This is one place where you can entertain close friends or relax by yourself while sipping your favorite cup of brewed coffee. However, lounging on your favorite Barcelona chair would make it more relaxing. The choi...

A Barcelona Table is a transcendent picture of clear beauty. The exquisite design of the Barcelona Table reflects the geometric and minimalist principals of modern architecture in its simplest form. Ludwig Mies van der Rohes masterful impression of modern architecture in the crisp, clear and elegant design of the Ba...

The type of material commonly used for the constructions are made up of ABS plastic and fiberglass. From its original style and manufacturers designed barstools suitable for commercial and business establishments. In many cases, you will be hiring a cleaning operation to maintain the cleanliness of your furniture. H...

The eero aarnio ball chair , also known as the globe chair, truly is an unconventional chair! In 1966, the ball chair made its debut at the International Furniture Fair in Cologne and became an instant hit. Here are some tips to consider while purchasing your eero aarnio ball chair . • Determine where you want to pl...

We all experience spills and oily food-related accidents, especially if a few beers are involved. Believe it or not, your wooden barstools can become victims of these spills. Oil can actually stain finished wood, and even plain water can seep beneath your barstools’ finish and create black spots. Although the best m...

The hanging bubble chair was designed by Eero Aarnio in 1968. It stunned the people of Finland and years later, it still continues to make a statement. The bubble chair can be used indoors or outdoors which is a fun feature. If you choose to use your chair inside, near a window, here are ten window treatments that w...

With the variety of bar stools available on the market, you’re bound to find several designs that suit your fancy. Selecting the best quality bar stools from those you like will ensure you’re making a good investment. Following are ten tips for investigating the quality of modern bar stools .• Check out reviews from...

Barstools can be classified as a very unique category of chair. As the name implies, they generally function in some way as seats at the neighborhood drinking establishment; or bar. But what factors go into selecting and obtaining the right barstools for your establishment. Here are the 10 questions to ask yourself...

Designed by the Japanese brothers , Shin and Tomoko Azumi, the LEM Piston Stool won "Product of the Year" at the International Interior Design Awards in 2000. The design is modern and imaginative and incorporates futuristic design in a stool which is surprisingly comfortable. Of all furniture, chairs and stools are...

The Poul Henningsen designed feature light first made its appearance in 1958 and is still popular as a design classic. A futuristic design, coupled with a soft diffused light makes it perfect for all areas where it’s striking appearance and practical lighting is sought. Due to the number of blades in the design of t...

A hanging bubble chair is an ideal spot to read a great book! You can gently sway as you read, you can curl up, or you can twirl. Encourage your child to grab one of these great children's classics and read it as he or she enjoys the bubble chair . Since they're classics, you might want to reread one as well! Enjoy!...