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The Eames Molded chairs are a core furniture collection for Herman Miller. These chairs, designed by Charles and Ray Eames, are still wildly popular nearly 75 years later. This video explores the history of the Eames Molded Chairs. We look at three classic chair designs; the fiberglass counter stool, the molded plastic task chair, and the classic molded plastic armchair. Join us for this…
Determining the ideal interior design style is vital when designing a home or building. You’ll need to consider the combination of colors, patterns, shapes and materials you’ll use to create your desired look and feel. There are many options, so you can find the best one for you or combine styles to develop a unique look. Here are nine popular interior design styles and…
Kartell is an Italian furniture company based in Milan. They are known for their eclectic mid-century modern design. Many of their products are made of colorful molded polycarbonate. Polycarbonate is a strong plastic-like material. Unlike many plastics, polycarbonate is eco-friendly. It is made of recycled paper and cellulose, a plant-based product. Polycarbonate is 100% recyclable. I ordered the Kartell TipTop side table on September…
I recently had the opportunity to review the Path Chair by Humanscale. I sat in the Path Chair for 45 hours over 5 days of work for Smart Furniture. The Path Cahir is the World’s most sustainable ergonomic task chair. The production of the Path Chair is certified climate positive. The chair is made of ocean-bound plastics, ocean-recovered plastics, recycled plastic bottles, recycled post-production…
Is it time to start thinking about a new sofa? If you just answered yes to this question, you are not alone! Over the past few months, sofas, sleeper sofas, and sectionals have been flying our of our warehouse. Could it be that spending so much time at home has made us realize that we are in serious need of a sofa upgrade? Or…
Sleeper sofas are definitely the rage of Summer 2021. Maybe it’s because we are all feeling a little more comfortable traveling to visit friends and family? Or, perhaps that guest bedroom has been converted into a home office? Whatever the case, now is the time for you to hop on the train and start exploring the most popular products of the season. Below you…
Working from home was the new normal in 2020. This new normal gave us all the opportunity to reflect on work and how we do it. We were all forced to reimagine our workspaces. What were the essentials? What were the luxuries? And, how were productivity and comfort supported from the home office? As we reach the midpoint of 2021, many of us are…
For many of us working from home is looking more like a permanent situation instead of a temporary solution. Beginning in March 2020, it was important for individuals working from home to cobble together a workstation that was functional for the short-term. After six months, seeking a permanent home workstation designed to support long hours is a new focus. While it may not be…