Alexander Girard: Master of Mediums
The life and work of Alexander Girard was a master of mediums and broke the mold of the accepted design of his time with his use of color, patterns and…
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Inside the Magic of Eero Saarinen’s Miller House
Architect Eero Saarinen’s legacy is mostly comprised of large buildings and landmarks. But on the rare occasion Saarinen did design a house, he went all-in—as evidenced by the Miller House, a beacon of residential mid century modern architecture in Columbus, Indiana.
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The Colorful World of Alexander Girard
Alexander Girard brought a new meaning to color and texture for Mid Century Modern creators. Born in New York, raised in Florence, Italy, and educated in London, Girard was a…
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7 Graphic Art Prints for Your Mid Mod Home
Even a minimalist could benefit from some art on the wall. But especially for the minimalist, standards are high. Here are 8 options that make the cut.
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Modernism On Display: Touring the St. Louis Modern Exhibit
How Midcentury Modern art and design brought down barriers…and still shows up in museums.
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Herman Miller: Surviving the Great Depression through Modern Style
Founded as a manufacturer of reproduction traditional-style furnishings, embracing modern style helped Herman Miller become an internationally acclaimed force for design and a home for designers.
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Alexander Girard: A Force of International Inspiration
A valued designer for 20 years at Herman Miller, Alexander Girard created more than 300 fabric and wallpaper designs, including many inspired by his international travels and interest in folk art.
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