Knoll Kids Collection

A scaled-down version of Saarinen's iconic Womb char.

Photo courtesy of Knoll/Vastu

As any good modern snob, I've been teaching by 6-year old daughter about classic mid-century modern design from the time she could talk. She now can authoritatively point out the work of George Nelson, the Eameses, Saarinen and Breuer. Maybe she deserves her very own Womb chair (see above) or Barcelona chair made by Knoll especially for kids. For those in D.C., you can find out more about these tike-friendly versions at Vastu on 14th Street.

Knoll Space Annual Sale - May 2-11

If you're planning on buying anything from Knoll, put your credit card away. At least until May 2, when the Knoll Space Annual Sale kicks off. It runs through May 11.

Saving Modernism

If you have an idea to help preserve a modern architectural landmark or are looking for financial or technical assistance to help save such a site, check out the Modernism at Risk program established in 2006 by the World Monuments Fund and Knoll.

Nakashima Chair Returns

Design Within Reach is the only store carrying Knoll's reintroduction after 53 years of George Nakashima's Straight-Backed Chair, which was designed in 1948. The chairs are $650 a pop. Check out the short video on Nakashima by Todd Oldham.