The charming Scandinavian summer is up and coming and now is probably the best time to refurbish the patio or terrace with new pieces of outdoor furnishings (fritidsmöbler). Let's review a couple of Nordic companies that specialize in garden furniture (balkongmöbler). Harbo is one of Scandinavia's largest producers of outdoor furnishings (balkongmöbler) and has a creative line of offerings, including the Miami teak furniture series.
Outdoor furniture is usually made of teak wood because teak prolongs the life of furniture as it guards the timber form external environmental hazards. This is due to the fact that teak wood becomes saturated in its own oils as the tree matures so it can withstand outdoor conditions for long periods without the wood being extremely disturbed.
Making cool garden furniture (fritidsmöbler) for over 60 years, KWA from Knared has always been committed to its craft. Take the opportunity to view the Belmondo, a stunning garden chair series that blends teak and aluminum. The Belmondo will accent any backyard garden patio or a condo terrace. KWA's furniture making experience is also evident in the modern yet comfortable Jessica, a unique garden couch constructed of eucalyptus timber. Ideal for entertaining with friends or just relaxing on the terrace.
Danish company Fast Design sells a unique line of Italian outdoor furniture and we looked intimately at their Forest series. The Forest product line breaks the barrier between art and design without giving up comfort and quality. The Forest series consists of an armchair, a lounge chair, and a dinner table in several designs. The designers behind the Forest series, Robby and Francesca Cantarutti, have succeeded in creating artistic and aesthetic furnishings like the Forest chair, which routinely reminds you of a ghostly tale in the woods with its hollow decor (no wonder it is so aptly named Forest).
If you would prefer rattan furniture (rotting möbler), the Alabama range might be something for you with its black weather-resistant rattan, which is also UV resistant. This can be useful with the longer days and the extended hours of sunshine in the summer. While we are discussing rattan furniture (utemöbler rotting) we should mention Laholm-based Mellby Garden. Their creations in synthetic rattan (konstrotting) are truly a delight to the eye. It's important also to know the major difference between synthetic (konstrotting) and regular rattan. Synthetic rattans (konstrotting) can withstand the weather very well, while traditional rattan should not be exposed to rain and thrive best in atriums that have some form of roofing.
If you prefer a more upscale series of outdoor furnishings, why not check out the Mellby Gardens Limited Collection. This exclusive garden furniture series is being offered as Limited Edition, but their fantastic pieces are truly worth the look.
Summer is fast approaching, and it's time to freshen up your terrace or patio with a few new pieces of outdoor furniture (balkongmöbler). Garden furniture (trädgårdsmöbel) is available in all sorts of materials, with woods like teak becoming very popular. Rattan furniture (utemöbler rotting) is also very popular outdoors, since it is usually coated with a UV-resistant and weather-resistant coating. Synthetic rattan, however, can better withstand the elements than real rattan. A variety of companies offer premium furniture (utomhusmöbler) for outdoor living including Knared, Harbo, and Mellby Garden. Try the Mellby Gardens Limited Collection for a luxurious treat this summer.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Arne Jacobsen: How To Find International Furniture
There are many different kinds of furniture out there that you may use to decorate your home or office. One of the most popular, since the date that it was invented, is called the egg chair. This chair was designed by a Danish man named Arne Jacobsen. This man was soon to be quite famous in the world of interior design.
There are a variety of different pieces that were designed by Arne Jacobsen. Another example of his traditional Danish design can be seen in the swan chair. This chair was not unlike the egg example that was seen just a short time earlier. There were enough differences, however, to warrant a different name and overall design.
Numerous styles Arne Jacobsen designed were transformed into larger home furnishings like couches. Few of these sofas still exist, and those that do are very costly. One major explanation for their scarcity is that they were too big to be covered by only one stretch of leather and they needed a seam that ran right down the middle of each couch.
The perfect Arne Jacobsen designs for your home or office can be found in a variety of ways. Searching online is the easiest way to find what best suits you because there are a variety of retailers who carry a wide selection of Jacobsen styles and colors. You are able to select which styles suit your needs and desires.
Always do background checks on an online business before you finalize your decision to purchase high-dollar furniture from them. Many businesses that carry furniture from this designer will be located outside of North America. Because laws can vary between countries, you should make sure that you are informed enough to protect your monetary investments.
Arne Jacobsen furniture is a beautiful addition to any room of your house. There are many different retailers that carry his unique designs. By looking online, you will be able to see the pieces you are interested in, and find out which stores carry them.
There are many different kinds of furniture (möbler) out there that you may use to decorate your home or office. One of the most popular, since the date that it was launched, is called the egg chair (ägget). Designed by Danish expert Arne Jacobsen, the egg chair (ägget stol) and other trademark Jacobsen designs are a great addition to any room in your house or office, regardless of design scheme or motif. Arne Jacobsen became famous in the world of interior design (heminredning), and some of his works were converted to larger pieces such as a couch. There are only a few of these Jacobsen couches in existence today, and they are quite expensive.
There are a variety of different pieces that were designed by Arne Jacobsen. Another example of his traditional Danish design can be seen in the swan chair. This chair was not unlike the egg example that was seen just a short time earlier. There were enough differences, however, to warrant a different name and overall design.
Numerous styles Arne Jacobsen designed were transformed into larger home furnishings like couches. Few of these sofas still exist, and those that do are very costly. One major explanation for their scarcity is that they were too big to be covered by only one stretch of leather and they needed a seam that ran right down the middle of each couch.
The perfect Arne Jacobsen designs for your home or office can be found in a variety of ways. Searching online is the easiest way to find what best suits you because there are a variety of retailers who carry a wide selection of Jacobsen styles and colors. You are able to select which styles suit your needs and desires.
Always do background checks on an online business before you finalize your decision to purchase high-dollar furniture from them. Many businesses that carry furniture from this designer will be located outside of North America. Because laws can vary between countries, you should make sure that you are informed enough to protect your monetary investments.
Arne Jacobsen furniture is a beautiful addition to any room of your house. There are many different retailers that carry his unique designs. By looking online, you will be able to see the pieces you are interested in, and find out which stores carry them.
There are many different kinds of furniture (möbler) out there that you may use to decorate your home or office. One of the most popular, since the date that it was launched, is called the egg chair (ägget). Designed by Danish expert Arne Jacobsen, the egg chair (ägget stol) and other trademark Jacobsen designs are a great addition to any room in your house or office, regardless of design scheme or motif. Arne Jacobsen became famous in the world of interior design (heminredning), and some of his works were converted to larger pieces such as a couch. There are only a few of these Jacobsen couches in existence today, and they are quite expensive.
Friday, April 24, 2009
Marimekko - The History Of an Innovative Company
A mighty Finnish design era came out of the rubble of WWII and was granted decisive impetus by the International Triennial's of 1951 and 1954 which clearly set up the concept of Finnish design. By officially blending design into production, materials from Marimekko (marimekko tyg) had achieved international consideration with their distinguishing of a select market receptive to the large Finnish design look.
Marimekko was founded by Armi and Viljo Ratia in 1951 and has since established a reputation for producing quality textiles for home furnishings and clothing. The Finland-based company actually began in 1949 by acquiring Printex Oy-an oilcloth factory in the suburbs of Helsinki. After a refit, the factory reintroduced the craft-based technique of hand silk-screen printing on cotton sheeting.
The technique, which was recognized by resulting irregularities and repeat lines, evoked a human feel to each design. Although production techniques were mechanized long ago, the company maintains hand-crafted quality in its printing. Its use of decorative designs and natural fibers strengthened its commitment to the Scandinavian affinity to nature.
Under the design direction of Armi, the company broke ranks with conventional Finnish textile designers and implemented a range of nonfigurative patterns, using abstract graphic designs of art colleagues. The first collection of simply cut dresses, introduced in 1951 in Helsinki, originated as a promotional vehicle for the company's printed cotton fabrics (marimekko tyg).
Wraparound and front-button garments were included, thus accentuating textiles instead of styling. This collection was known as Marimekko, blending the old-fashioned Finnish girl name Maria and the word mekko, describing a tow shirt, open in the back and then worn as if it were a pinafore. Since that time, "Maria's little dress" expanded into home furnishing textiles, with some international licensing agreements begun in 1968 for bedding, wall covering, decorative fabric, table linens, paper products, furniture, kitchen ware, glassware, ceramics, and rugs.
Near the end of the 20th century, Merimekko had brought about a huge comeback in the United States, with fabric and interior design (heminredning) for indoor and outdoor use, wall coverings, bedding and many more products for American purchasers via a series of licenses. While not as popular as some other textile companies in America, Marimekko’s daring yet basic print designs and distinctive use of color have made these designs well known and highly identifiable , even now.
By formally integrating design into manufacturing, textiles from Marimekko acquired international attention through their identification of an exclusive market responsive to the strong Finnish design aesthetic. Wraparound and front-buttoned garments were included, accentuating the textiles rather than the styling of the garments. "Maria's little dress" expanded into home furnishing textiles (marimekko textil), with overseas licensing agreements (initiated in 1968) for wall coverings, bedding (marimekko duvet), decorative fabrics, paper products, table linens, kitchenware, furniture (möbler), ceramics, glassware, and rugs.
Marimekko was founded by Armi and Viljo Ratia in 1951 and has since established a reputation for producing quality textiles for home furnishings and clothing. The Finland-based company actually began in 1949 by acquiring Printex Oy-an oilcloth factory in the suburbs of Helsinki. After a refit, the factory reintroduced the craft-based technique of hand silk-screen printing on cotton sheeting.
The technique, which was recognized by resulting irregularities and repeat lines, evoked a human feel to each design. Although production techniques were mechanized long ago, the company maintains hand-crafted quality in its printing. Its use of decorative designs and natural fibers strengthened its commitment to the Scandinavian affinity to nature.
Under the design direction of Armi, the company broke ranks with conventional Finnish textile designers and implemented a range of nonfigurative patterns, using abstract graphic designs of art colleagues. The first collection of simply cut dresses, introduced in 1951 in Helsinki, originated as a promotional vehicle for the company's printed cotton fabrics (marimekko tyg).
Wraparound and front-button garments were included, thus accentuating textiles instead of styling. This collection was known as Marimekko, blending the old-fashioned Finnish girl name Maria and the word mekko, describing a tow shirt, open in the back and then worn as if it were a pinafore. Since that time, "Maria's little dress" expanded into home furnishing textiles, with some international licensing agreements begun in 1968 for bedding, wall covering, decorative fabric, table linens, paper products, furniture, kitchen ware, glassware, ceramics, and rugs.
Near the end of the 20th century, Merimekko had brought about a huge comeback in the United States, with fabric and interior design (heminredning) for indoor and outdoor use, wall coverings, bedding and many more products for American purchasers via a series of licenses. While not as popular as some other textile companies in America, Marimekko’s daring yet basic print designs and distinctive use of color have made these designs well known and highly identifiable , even now.
By formally integrating design into manufacturing, textiles from Marimekko acquired international attention through their identification of an exclusive market responsive to the strong Finnish design aesthetic. Wraparound and front-buttoned garments were included, accentuating the textiles rather than the styling of the garments. "Maria's little dress" expanded into home furnishing textiles (marimekko textil), with overseas licensing agreements (initiated in 1968) for wall coverings, bedding (marimekko duvet), decorative fabrics, paper products, table linens, kitchenware, furniture (möbler), ceramics, glassware, and rugs.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Verner Panton - A Master of Design
A designer's ability is measured by the kind of influence he has on their era and on the future generations. Verner Panton, one of the influential designers was known for his revolutionary designs. The striking features of his work are the sculptural elegance and the color which made his work stood out from that of his contemporaries.
Phanton began his life on the Danish island of Fynen, his father was an inn keeper. His interest in design led him to study at the Academy of Art in Copenhagen. This was followed by a two-year stint at Arne Jacobsen's architectural office where he was supposedly not the best of employees, preferring to spend his time on developing his own ideas.
Panton has several classics to his name. The most famous is the instantly recognizable Panton stacking chair. This monocoque form is currently in production by Vitra, using more advanced plastics (injection-molded polypropylene) than those Panton first saw it produced in. There are plenty of cheap Chinese copies of this design on the market, which although damaging to the designer's reputation through their poor quality, are a sure sign of a great design. There isn't really much point in buying a copy in this case as you would end up with a chair that can't be sold on for a profit and you would typically only save around 30% on the cost of the real thing. Vitra has a limited edition orange Panton chair out this year so no excuses!
One more of Panton's excellent designs was the Cone chair. These were amazing when they were released, the single pivoting point being a big departure from three or four legs that people expected from chairs at that time. I recall my first encounter with this chair very clearly, as I simply couldn't get over the optical illusion that it gives. It just seems to stand, perfectly balanced, top-heavy, with no regard at all for the laws of physics.
The two pieces of Panton's classic along with the various interior designs (heminredning) will make a huge influence on the coming decade.Panton's another classic design was System 1-2-3 chair made in 1973 for Fritz Hansen. System 1-2-3 is a masterpiece of Panton as this chair is made with flexibility. ease of production and comfort in mind though the name may sound something contrary.
Although all three of those items are classic designs, the most familiar of Panton's many home furnishings is actually a lamp rather than any sort of seating. His so-called flowerpot lamps, which come in hanging and freestanding versions, are found in outlets everywhere. This is due to their low prices, their compact form, their assortment of hues, and their designer's popularity. They are easily recognized as soon as you set eyes on them.
Because Phanton was very prolific in his design work, you could write volumes on his career as a designer. In his day, he pushed boundaries and challenged tradition. In fact, a lot of Panton's designs have transcended the psychedelic stigma associated with the sixties and become timeless contemporary standards of furnishings as well as interior design (heminredning).
The influence that designers have on their time and on future generations is a nice measure of their skill. Verner Panton was nothing if not very influential. One more of Panton's excellent designs were the Cone chair. These two pieces, combined with Panton's famous interior design (heminredning), had a big influence on the upcoming decade. His table and pendant Flowerpot lamps are found everywhere. No wonder since they are very cheap to produce, convenient, available in many colors, have a great designer name behind them, and have a classic look of danish furniture (danska möbler) that is sought after by many.
Phanton began his life on the Danish island of Fynen, his father was an inn keeper. His interest in design led him to study at the Academy of Art in Copenhagen. This was followed by a two-year stint at Arne Jacobsen's architectural office where he was supposedly not the best of employees, preferring to spend his time on developing his own ideas.
Panton has several classics to his name. The most famous is the instantly recognizable Panton stacking chair. This monocoque form is currently in production by Vitra, using more advanced plastics (injection-molded polypropylene) than those Panton first saw it produced in. There are plenty of cheap Chinese copies of this design on the market, which although damaging to the designer's reputation through their poor quality, are a sure sign of a great design. There isn't really much point in buying a copy in this case as you would end up with a chair that can't be sold on for a profit and you would typically only save around 30% on the cost of the real thing. Vitra has a limited edition orange Panton chair out this year so no excuses!
One more of Panton's excellent designs was the Cone chair. These were amazing when they were released, the single pivoting point being a big departure from three or four legs that people expected from chairs at that time. I recall my first encounter with this chair very clearly, as I simply couldn't get over the optical illusion that it gives. It just seems to stand, perfectly balanced, top-heavy, with no regard at all for the laws of physics.
The two pieces of Panton's classic along with the various interior designs (heminredning) will make a huge influence on the coming decade.Panton's another classic design was System 1-2-3 chair made in 1973 for Fritz Hansen. System 1-2-3 is a masterpiece of Panton as this chair is made with flexibility. ease of production and comfort in mind though the name may sound something contrary.
Although all three of those items are classic designs, the most familiar of Panton's many home furnishings is actually a lamp rather than any sort of seating. His so-called flowerpot lamps, which come in hanging and freestanding versions, are found in outlets everywhere. This is due to their low prices, their compact form, their assortment of hues, and their designer's popularity. They are easily recognized as soon as you set eyes on them.
Because Phanton was very prolific in his design work, you could write volumes on his career as a designer. In his day, he pushed boundaries and challenged tradition. In fact, a lot of Panton's designs have transcended the psychedelic stigma associated with the sixties and become timeless contemporary standards of furnishings as well as interior design (heminredning).
The influence that designers have on their time and on future generations is a nice measure of their skill. Verner Panton was nothing if not very influential. One more of Panton's excellent designs were the Cone chair. These two pieces, combined with Panton's famous interior design (heminredning), had a big influence on the upcoming decade. His table and pendant Flowerpot lamps are found everywhere. No wonder since they are very cheap to produce, convenient, available in many colors, have a great designer name behind them, and have a classic look of danish furniture (danska möbler) that is sought after by many.
Saturday, March 7, 2009
Bolia - The Perfect Mix Of Form And Function
There is something that every single home has to have. It's something that's needed across the globe and it doesn't differ by geographical location. There are many options surrounding this need and some of these options can be quite costly. Many businesses around the world compete to be number one in this industry. Do you think you know what this need is?
That's right, everyone needs furniture. Whether you like new styles or old, you can find numerous places, both offline and online, that carry pieces to suit all tastes. So long as you are willing to search, you can find anything to fit any style idea. Of course, prices can vary, but finding the right pieces to fit your interior design takes research and time.
Consider Bolia möbler if you are looking for the right fit for your home. Affordability and style combined make this new interior design concept attractive to many home owners. Scandinavian furniture tradition is combined with new materials and ideas by the company. The result is an exciting and modern mix of both form and function.
The Bolia range consists of over five thousand different pieces. You can choose one or more from their stores and their website at Bolia.com. They have their own web based information technology platform that allows them to cut costs while providing some of the most unique and beautiful furniture available on the market today.
Combine this with Bolia's great retail outlet stores and you have a great shopping experience. Any of these stores, which are spreading throughout the world from their origins in Sweden, allow you the opportunity to touch, feel, or try any of Bolia's pieces. For those who are try it before you buy it people, a retail location is a great way to get the best experience.
If you would rather shop from home, every piece that Bolia offer in their catalog is also available online. No matter what part of your home that you are shopping for, the range of products available from this company is amazing. There are unique pieces for every room of your home. You will not regret a purchase from this company, as it will not only make your home more beautiful, but it will awe your friends and family as well.
Of course we all require home furnishings. One can find newer designs or more traditional ones from a great variety of sources. On the internet and in the retail outlets you can find a wide assortment of items in all sorts of styles. If you are looking for the right fit for your home, then you might want to consider bolia. This is a concept in home interior design (heminredning) which includes affordability and style. The company combines the Scandinavian furniture (möbler) tradition with new ideas and new material to create a new and exciting mix of form and function.
That's right, everyone needs furniture. Whether you like new styles or old, you can find numerous places, both offline and online, that carry pieces to suit all tastes. So long as you are willing to search, you can find anything to fit any style idea. Of course, prices can vary, but finding the right pieces to fit your interior design takes research and time.
Consider Bolia möbler if you are looking for the right fit for your home. Affordability and style combined make this new interior design concept attractive to many home owners. Scandinavian furniture tradition is combined with new materials and ideas by the company. The result is an exciting and modern mix of both form and function.
The Bolia range consists of over five thousand different pieces. You can choose one or more from their stores and their website at Bolia.com. They have their own web based information technology platform that allows them to cut costs while providing some of the most unique and beautiful furniture available on the market today.
Combine this with Bolia's great retail outlet stores and you have a great shopping experience. Any of these stores, which are spreading throughout the world from their origins in Sweden, allow you the opportunity to touch, feel, or try any of Bolia's pieces. For those who are try it before you buy it people, a retail location is a great way to get the best experience.
If you would rather shop from home, every piece that Bolia offer in their catalog is also available online. No matter what part of your home that you are shopping for, the range of products available from this company is amazing. There are unique pieces for every room of your home. You will not regret a purchase from this company, as it will not only make your home more beautiful, but it will awe your friends and family as well.
Of course we all require home furnishings. One can find newer designs or more traditional ones from a great variety of sources. On the internet and in the retail outlets you can find a wide assortment of items in all sorts of styles. If you are looking for the right fit for your home, then you might want to consider bolia. This is a concept in home interior design (heminredning) which includes affordability and style. The company combines the Scandinavian furniture (möbler) tradition with new ideas and new material to create a new and exciting mix of form and function.
Mathsson Fällbord Table - Designed For Versatile Beauty
Bruno Mathsson is world-renowned for his classically-comfortable chair designs as well as the creation of his extremely well-insulated and architecturally-amazing glass houses. Another of his best known designs is the Mathsson Fällbord table, a practical table that provides both beauty and elegance in a home. Additionally Mathsson designed many other versatile pieces of furniture, including computer desks, daybeds, and a selection of tables.
For five generations the Mathsson family had earned a living working with wood, so it comes as no surprise that a young Matsson would follow in his family's footsteps. As a young boy most of his chores were centered in the furniture and woodworking shop of his family. He grew up around tools, wood and the techniques of furniture building and woodworking.
Mathsson ordered books and consulted experts in order to acquire skills and knowledge, particularly in engineering and technical aspects, not available to him in the Varnamo area. As a result, he acquired the skill sets he needed at the same time that he made contacts that were valuable to him later in his career. The design awards he received for his furniture helped to finance his formal education.
While he produced many different furniture types, comfort and beauty were common themes for each type. What's more, he designed his pieces with innovation in mind; he recognized that people value flexibility in furniture arrangement (inredning). The modular style of his pieces enhanced their popularity due to the ease in which the pieces could be used to create unique spaces and moods.
In Swedish, fällbord, as in the Mathsson Fällbord table, basically means a "folding table". The Mathsson Fällbord table was first produced in 1935. The table support was made of birch. Table tops have been fashioned using a variety of woods including birch, oak, beech, cherry, ash, and other fine woods as well as a white laminate surface.
The table designed by Mathsson can be converted to be extremely small (23 cm) when it is completely folded and can be expanded to 280 cm in length with its greatest extension. You can lower or raise the leaves at either end, so that you can utilize it as a small surface for composing letters or as a surface large enough to hold an entire feast. You can also set it up for almost any size in between. If you are not used to metrics, we are discussing a spread of approximately 9 inches to approximately 110 1/4 inches.
It would seem that the Mathsson Fällbord table was inspired by the collapsible tables one sees in rural houses in Sweden, permitting flexible usage where there is not much room. However, the elegant simplicity of Mathsson's renderings and craftsmanship turned their style into one uniquely his own. While he changed in the 1960's and used metals and up-to-date man-made materials from that point, it is generally felt that his high point was reached with the creation of those furnishings (möbler), such as the Fällbord, which he crafted in wood.
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Bruno Mathsson is most well known for his chairs and for his architectural designs such as his incredibly well insulated and beautiful glass houses, but he made other fine home furnishings including computer desks, daybeds and tables. One of the most versatile and well known is the mathsson fällbord table, a design that is elegant and beautiful but extremely practical as well. All of Mathsson's different furniture (annorlunda möbler) styles were designed to provide the utmost in comfort and beauty. In the 1960s Mathsson began using more modern materials in his furniture designs, such as metal tubing and synthetics.
For five generations the Mathsson family had earned a living working with wood, so it comes as no surprise that a young Matsson would follow in his family's footsteps. As a young boy most of his chores were centered in the furniture and woodworking shop of his family. He grew up around tools, wood and the techniques of furniture building and woodworking.
Mathsson ordered books and consulted experts in order to acquire skills and knowledge, particularly in engineering and technical aspects, not available to him in the Varnamo area. As a result, he acquired the skill sets he needed at the same time that he made contacts that were valuable to him later in his career. The design awards he received for his furniture helped to finance his formal education.
While he produced many different furniture types, comfort and beauty were common themes for each type. What's more, he designed his pieces with innovation in mind; he recognized that people value flexibility in furniture arrangement (inredning). The modular style of his pieces enhanced their popularity due to the ease in which the pieces could be used to create unique spaces and moods.
In Swedish, fällbord, as in the Mathsson Fällbord table, basically means a "folding table". The Mathsson Fällbord table was first produced in 1935. The table support was made of birch. Table tops have been fashioned using a variety of woods including birch, oak, beech, cherry, ash, and other fine woods as well as a white laminate surface.
The table designed by Mathsson can be converted to be extremely small (23 cm) when it is completely folded and can be expanded to 280 cm in length with its greatest extension. You can lower or raise the leaves at either end, so that you can utilize it as a small surface for composing letters or as a surface large enough to hold an entire feast. You can also set it up for almost any size in between. If you are not used to metrics, we are discussing a spread of approximately 9 inches to approximately 110 1/4 inches.
It would seem that the Mathsson Fällbord table was inspired by the collapsible tables one sees in rural houses in Sweden, permitting flexible usage where there is not much room. However, the elegant simplicity of Mathsson's renderings and craftsmanship turned their style into one uniquely his own. While he changed in the 1960's and used metals and up-to-date man-made materials from that point, it is generally felt that his high point was reached with the creation of those furnishings (möbler), such as the Fällbord, which he crafted in wood.
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Bruno Mathsson is most well known for his chairs and for his architectural designs such as his incredibly well insulated and beautiful glass houses, but he made other fine home furnishings including computer desks, daybeds and tables. One of the most versatile and well known is the mathsson fällbord table, a design that is elegant and beautiful but extremely practical as well. All of Mathsson's different furniture (annorlunda möbler) styles were designed to provide the utmost in comfort and beauty. In the 1960s Mathsson began using more modern materials in his furniture designs, such as metal tubing and synthetics.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Mathsson Pernilla: Furniture For The Ages
The range of furniture styles is only limited by the creativity of designers. Some eras have featured highly ornate furniture. Other furniture, such as that used in offices and classrooms, is designed to be practical and functional without a lot of decoration. Some of the styles are identified with a certain designer, time period, or region. Furniture that is both artistic and utilitarian is most often crafted of wood. Scandinavian furniture makers have particularly excelled in the use of wood.
Bruno Mathsson was a Scandinavian artist who designed furniture. He was a very important designer in the 1930's and 1940's. Interestingly, Mathsson was also an architect. To this day, his furniture designs are still very highly sought after. Many manufacturers copy his style. Some people even fraudulently copy his style.
The Pernilla 2 easy chair and Pernilla 3 lounge chair are two of Mathsson's most widely known pieces. To design the most enjoyable furniture designs he sat in the snow and looked at the mold that his body made. He took this mold and designed his furniture with a natural body contour.
The Pernilla 2 easy chair has a very close relative in the Pernilla 69. With their beautiful, organic lines, pillow headrest and optional padded armrests these luxurious chairs envelope you in an ergonomically perfect sitting position. Needless to say, they are extraordinarily comfortable chairs, especially when they are finished in a soft leather.
Once you have seen this wonder by Mathsson, you will not be surprised that the Pernilla 3 is known worldwide for the comfort that it brings. The lounger version of the Pernilla 2 looks great enough that you'll just have to have one, like thousands of other people in Sweden and around the world. In addition, the Pernilla 3 comes with armrests and a pillow headrest for added comfort. To make it even cozier, you can have your Pernilla 3 covered with fine sheepskin from Australia.
During shortages of various materials caused by WWII, the Mathsson Pernilla chairs were made with very unique materials for the seat and back webbings, such as jute and even woven paper. The frames are bentwood and the seating can be finished with anything from woven webbing to luxurious leathers. One of the beauties of the Pernilla chair range is that it can be constructed in so many different materials and it maintains its comfort due to the impeccable ergonomics of the design.
Mathsson Pernilla chairs have a feminine sensibility to them, much like their name, with curves and bows. This design is not only noted for its organic lines, but has been given a description by some as 'the most comfortable chair you could possibly sit in'. The Pernilla 2 and 69 designs are generally complemented by an ottoman of similar design, which gives them almost the same shape as the lounger Pernilla 3. Mathsson's designs are known for their flexibility, and the pairing of the chair with an ottoman illustrates that love of flexibility from Mathsson.
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Furniture styles differ by function, designer, time period, and region. Most furniture is wood, and Scandinavian craftsmen are outstanding. Bruno Mathsson was an important Scandinavian designer in the early 20th century. Mathsson's designs were so good they're still copied today. The Mathsson Pernilla line, designed using natural body contour, is among his most famous furniture. The Pernilla 2 and 69 chairs have natural lines and are very comfortable. The Pernilla 3 is a lounger version of the Pernilla 2. Mathsson design furniture (design möbler) retained its comfort no matter what materials he was forced to use during WWII. Mathsson's chairs are very popular. Mathsson liked his furniture to offer flexibility in materials and arrangement.
Bruno Mathsson was a Scandinavian artist who designed furniture. He was a very important designer in the 1930's and 1940's. Interestingly, Mathsson was also an architect. To this day, his furniture designs are still very highly sought after. Many manufacturers copy his style. Some people even fraudulently copy his style.
The Pernilla 2 easy chair and Pernilla 3 lounge chair are two of Mathsson's most widely known pieces. To design the most enjoyable furniture designs he sat in the snow and looked at the mold that his body made. He took this mold and designed his furniture with a natural body contour.
The Pernilla 2 easy chair has a very close relative in the Pernilla 69. With their beautiful, organic lines, pillow headrest and optional padded armrests these luxurious chairs envelope you in an ergonomically perfect sitting position. Needless to say, they are extraordinarily comfortable chairs, especially when they are finished in a soft leather.
Once you have seen this wonder by Mathsson, you will not be surprised that the Pernilla 3 is known worldwide for the comfort that it brings. The lounger version of the Pernilla 2 looks great enough that you'll just have to have one, like thousands of other people in Sweden and around the world. In addition, the Pernilla 3 comes with armrests and a pillow headrest for added comfort. To make it even cozier, you can have your Pernilla 3 covered with fine sheepskin from Australia.
During shortages of various materials caused by WWII, the Mathsson Pernilla chairs were made with very unique materials for the seat and back webbings, such as jute and even woven paper. The frames are bentwood and the seating can be finished with anything from woven webbing to luxurious leathers. One of the beauties of the Pernilla chair range is that it can be constructed in so many different materials and it maintains its comfort due to the impeccable ergonomics of the design.
Mathsson Pernilla chairs have a feminine sensibility to them, much like their name, with curves and bows. This design is not only noted for its organic lines, but has been given a description by some as 'the most comfortable chair you could possibly sit in'. The Pernilla 2 and 69 designs are generally complemented by an ottoman of similar design, which gives them almost the same shape as the lounger Pernilla 3. Mathsson's designs are known for their flexibility, and the pairing of the chair with an ottoman illustrates that love of flexibility from Mathsson.
In order to obtain a unique version of this article for publishing on your website please visit http://www.contentspooling.net/public.php?id=164&a=2572
Furniture styles differ by function, designer, time period, and region. Most furniture is wood, and Scandinavian craftsmen are outstanding. Bruno Mathsson was an important Scandinavian designer in the early 20th century. Mathsson's designs were so good they're still copied today. The Mathsson Pernilla line, designed using natural body contour, is among his most famous furniture. The Pernilla 2 and 69 chairs have natural lines and are very comfortable. The Pernilla 3 is a lounger version of the Pernilla 2. Mathsson design furniture (design möbler) retained its comfort no matter what materials he was forced to use during WWII. Mathsson's chairs are very popular. Mathsson liked his furniture to offer flexibility in materials and arrangement.
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