Playful modernism capturing the Eames spirit at accessible prices
Blu Dot believes design should do more than just look good - it needs to enhance how we live and work. Founded on 'humble Modernism' principles, they create accessible modern furniture through total collaboration, emphasizing affordability without sacrificing aesthetics. Their approach rejects the 'hero designer' model in favor of collective design effort.
Signature$151 - $215
Iconic 2006 flat-pack steel chair that ships in a pizza box and folds along laser-cut lines like metal origami. Natural flex in the powder-coated steel provides surprising comfort.
Signature$1,095 - $2,095
Best-selling table with bold architectural angles. Powder-coated steel frame supports a generous work surface, versatile enough for conferencing, dining, or as a modern desk.
Signature$4,580 - $13,010
Modular seating system with kiln-dried hardwood frame made in North Carolina. Configure and reconfigure with zig-zag stitching details and gentle pleating at seams.
Signature$495 - $695
2013 dining chair with timeless form and hardy build. Foam-wrapped plywood seat upholstered in soft fabric sits on sturdy solid wood legs in oak, walnut, or ash.
$2,595 - $3,895
A true Blu Dot classic with mid-century influence and contemporary silhouette. Shapely curves, gentle recline, and sculptural powder-coated steel base.
$1,676 - $2,395
Monochromatic dreamboat with single reversible bench seat, tight back, and high arms. Bench-made in North Carolina with kiln-dried hardwood frame.
$235
Inspired by the classic 1859 Thonet cafe chair. Custom perforated steel with 3D cube pattern in nine colorful finishes. Stackable for indoor or outdoor use.
🇺🇸 US · $500-$15,000+
Herman Miller pioneered American modernism with a steadfast belief in bringing integrity to design. The company emphasizes human-centered design, durability, and honest materials. Products are designed for repeated use with repair and reassembly using standard parts.
🇨🇭 CH · $500-$15,000+
Vitra's philosophy is 'making homes great through the power of design.' Founded on the belief that design should simplify everyday life and contribute to a better living experience, Vitra produces furniture that avoids the superfluous and lasts for generations. The company emphasizes sustainability, repairability, and inclusive design.
🇺🇸 US · $500-$5,000
Room & Board champions American craftsmanship and sustainable practices, creating modern furniture with clean lines rooted in Shaker, Mid-Century Modern, and Scandinavian traditions. Their design philosophy balances timeless simplicity with exceptional quality, using domestically sourced materials and supporting local artisans across the United States.
🇩🇪 DE · $1,000-$10,000
e15 represents radical simplicity and the pioneering use of solid wood in its purest form. Founded in 1995 in London's east end, the brand embraces mono-materialism and sustainable production, creating furniture where essential forms highlight natural characteristics. Their approach consciously celebrates material authenticity - cracks, knotholes, grains, and annual rings - turning what was once considered waste into design features.
🇺🇸 US · $500-$3,000
Floyd believes furniture should be made for the home, not the landfill. Founded as a reaction to disposable furniture, they design products of lasting quality for how people live today - modular systems that grow, adapt, and evolve with you instead of ending up in landfills. Their mantra 'furniture for keeping' reflects their commitment to thoughtful design, premium materials, and American manufacturing.
🇺🇸 US · $500-$15,000+
Knoll pioneered the 'total design' philosophy, integrating architecture with space planning and furniture design. Founded on Bauhaus principles of industrial design purity combined with Cranbrook's organic craftsmanship, the company brings a synthesis of clean modernist lines, honest materials, and sculptural forms that shaped American corporate and residential interiors.