from eames to saarinen, the midwest has played an integral role in the history of design. this spring, our members blu dot, loll designs, hennepin made, and gensler will explore how the midwest’s design heritage and industrial innovation keeps them at the center of authentic design creation.

design and vitra are practically synonymous. the family-owned swiss company is trusted with manufacturing the works of some of the world’s most respected and renowned designers. think eames, vernor panton, and jean prouvé —these are just some of the iconic names that have entrusted them to manufacture their pieces.

above > expo chicago 2017 featuring work by lara schnitger (anton kern) as part of in/situ chronopolitics / curated by florence derieux In the art world, DesignApplause attempts an objects-only mindset that could include a sculpture, or a photograph or painting of an airstream trailer for example. However, typically the art conversations becomes limited to […]

21 > 22 semptember 2013 | new york

chronicles personal and professional aspects of a world-class design team.

27 > 29 august 2012 | venice italy

a design shop with pitch perfect taste.

the softer side of molded plywood.

an object worthy of a month of adoration.

an eames classic is finally released.