From the archives: Knoll posters
Not only is Knoll responsible for producing some of the most sought after furniture designs in the world, they’ve developed some incredibly creative ad/poster designs over the years. Below are some of our favorite Knoll posters passed featuring iconic pieces such as the Tulip chair, Womb chair and Diamond chair.
Downtown Dwelling
Vastu co-owner and interior designer, Eric Kole, assisted his client in creating a warm, comfortable, modern place to call home in downtown DC – and he wasn’t afraid to use a little color! The floor-to-ceiling windows really made the bold color choices pop, making the rooms vibrant and inviting.
Etsy find: Jason Hill Design
We stumbled across the Jason Hill Design Etsy shop and just had to stop when we saw these screen prints of two Knoll mid-century modern classics – the Tulip chair and the Bertoia diamond chair. Great size, great colors, great gift!
Etsy find: the bees knees designs
Etsy shop, the bees knees designs, features this silhouette of a Saarinen tulip chair painted on pine wood. A frame isn’t required for this great little piece – it’s ready to hang! As a retailer that loves mid-century modern furniture, we think this would be a fun addition to any MCM fanatic’s home!
Annual Knoll Classics Sale: Feb 2 – 7
Always wanted an authentic Knoll Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair? Or been eyeing a Saarinen table? Now is the time to get it! The Annual Knoll Classics Sale is just around the corner. On February 2 through February 7 (technically the sale begins on Feb. 1, but we’re closed on Mondays), classic Knoll designs will be 15% off the retail price. The classics are anything designed by Florence Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Warren Platner, Harry Bertoia, Marcel Breuer, Eero Saarinen and Jens Risom. For example…
Mid-century modern Flickr finds
This week we’ve shared a bit about what mid-century modern design is and taken a look at just some iconic mid-century modern furniture pieces. Now, here’s a little mid-century modern eye candy for ya…
1963 Geneva steel kitchen, 50s Pam
Video: Knoll Roots
Check out this video on the history of Knoll. The 5 minute video features Florence Knoll herself talking about her time at Cranbrook and desire to be surrounded by the very best in the design industry.
For more video info on Knoll, take a look at their YouTube channel.
Annual Knoll Space Sale: May 1 – 10
One of Vastu’s most anticipated sales events is here. The Annual Knoll Space Sale begins May 1st and will run through May 10th. This year, buyers will get 15% off any new Knoll order.
Over 100 mid-century classic and modern designs will be on sale. Choose from hundreds of fabrics and finishes to acquire a made to order, one of a kind piece. Click here to explore Knoll products.
Here are just a few of the items that will be on sale…
Knoll Space Classics Sale: Feb 3 – Feb 8
We’re very excited about Knoll’s Classics Sale. Nothing is more timeless than modern design, so take advantage of the classics sale to save on a number of mid-century classic and modern designs. All pieces designed by Harry Bertoia, Florence Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Warren Platner, Jens Risom, Eero Saarinen and Marcel Breuer will be 15% off! You can choose from hundreds of fabrics and finishes to acquire and made to order, unique piece.
The sale will include:
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