BEAUTY: Interiors--George Nelson

Architect and designer George Nelson (1908–1986) was one of the founders of Modernism, now often referred to as "Mid-Century Modern." Nelson designed homes (the Fairchild House), furniture (the classic "Slat Bench," the "Marshmallow Sofa," the "Coconut Chair"), home furnishings, lighting (the "Bubble Lamp"), and a series of iconic clocks seen below (including the staple that hung on nearly every wall of every home in the 1950s, the "Starburst Clock"). Nelson also had a long and fruitful relationship with the Herman Miller company, a giant of Mid-Century Modern production. His influence is still felt today as many of his pieces are still in production and available for purchase from companies like Herman Miller and Vitra. Visit the website linked below to learn more about Nelson and his career.


http://www.georgenelson.org/