Makers Mondays: Earthy Furnishings

Four copper and wooden decor that help make a house (or apartment) a home

Brought to you by Shinola

As part of our ongoing support of Detroit-based manufacturer Shinola’s Makers Monday initiative (which encourages purchasing American-made products to help create and keep jobs in the United States) we have picked some stunning products that help make a house (or apartment) a home. Throughout the Makers Monday series, we’ve highlighted and looked back at several brands that make top quality products in the States—from durable, …

Prototype Chair

Marc Newson’s Prototype Chair, which he designed in 1983 for his graduation show at Sydney College of the Arts, stands as one of the most iconic examples of outstanding student work. The steel rods and anodized sheet aluminum, welded and soldered by Newson himself, comprise the clean, sturdy design of a piece that would set the tone for the designer’s ensuing, legendary career.

Peacock Chair

American architecture icon Frank Lloyd Wright created the Peacock Chair for Toyko’s Imperial Hotel, which was demolished in 1968. Now housed in various museums across the world, the model up for grabs features original moleskine upholstery and aged oak.