Designer Spotlight: Edward Wormley

Much of Edward Wormley’s work is a modern interpretation of traditional form. His pieces were the subject of many exhibits during the 1950s, including at the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Boston Museum of Art.

Designer Spotlight: Gustav Stickley

The father of Craftsman furniture, Gustav Stickley is best known today as a designer of straightforward furniture. He marketed his collections with the words “Als Ik Kan,” meaning “to the best of my ability.”

Designer Spotlight: Paul McCobb

Paul McCobb’s work is characterized by thin lines, simplicity of form and lightness. He is widely considered responsible for introducing mid-century modern design into middle class American households.