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The Work of Patricia Urquiola
We’re heading over to Spain today to take a closer look at Spanish architect and designer Patricia Urquiola, a woman who has contributed many elegant works to modern design furniture. Born in the city of Oviedo in 1961, Urquiola’s passion for design was evident from a young age and she began her studies in Madrid, cultivating her knowledge of architecture and eventually graduating from Milan Po...
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Why Architects Turn to Chair Design
Eero Saaarinen, Frank Gehry, these are two names associated with architecture that have also made significant contributions to modern design furniture. In fact, it seems that just about every notable architect has dipped his or her toes into furniture and designed a chair. Chairs allow architects the opportunity to incorporate their techniques and style into a different type of medium, at least...
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Richard Sapper’s Many Iconic Designs
German industrial designer Richard Sapper’s contributions to modern design furniture are among the most important of his generation. His work gained acclaim for being a fusion of innovation and form simplicity with a hint of wit and surprise. During his lifetime he received numerous design awards including the prestigious Compasso d'Oro a whopping ten times.
Richard Sapper was born in Munich i...
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Say Hello to the Scandinavian Work of Muuto
We’re very excited to announce that we’ve added a new modern design furniture dealer to our varied collection of products sold at CA Modern Home. Based in Copenhagen, Scandinavian design company Muuto creates furniture and accessories featuring original takes on classic design principles. Its name comes from the Finnish word “muutos” which translates to “new perspective”. Muuto was founded in 2...
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Discover the Work of Arne Jacobsen
We’re taking a figurative trip to Denmark to focus our attention on Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobsen, known for his many contributions to modern design furniture which included chairs known for their simple yet effective design. He also played a significant role in architectural Functionalism.
Born in Copenhagen in 1902, Arne Jacobsen originally had aspirations to become a painter be...
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Modern Furniture in the UK Set for Substantial Increases
Today we’re taking a look at some developments over in the UK where some of the most iconic pieces in modern design furniture like the Eames chairs will soon be increasing in price. The new EU copyright regulations recently went into effect, extending the furniture copyright from 25 to 70 years after the designer has passed. Those looking for a bargain on some of these iconic pieces will have s...
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