Chicago Designers [Manifold] 5 of 5

This edition of Chicago designers comes to an end with Manifold!!

Manifold

 

Co-founded by Ross and Elizabeth Fiersten in 2011.  All pieces are designed and fabricated in house. Manifold includes as a storefront gallery, manufacturing workshop, and is open to the public (Tues - Fri 12 – 6,  Sat 12 – 4).  The Fierstens' showroom also transforms into an exhibition space, which displays their new furniture designs and the works of other artists/designers. Currently on exhibit is 'Time and Materials' it runs through October 5, 2012.

 Rift Series End Tables

 Jemez Coffee Table

 Membrana Side Table

Chicago Designers [New Breed Furniture Network] 4 of 5

Day 4 of Chicago area designers features New Breed Furniture!

New Breed Furniture Network

New Breed was co-founded by John Lindsay and Alex Paradiso. All their furniture is 100% reclaimed wood with custom color options (using pigmented lacquer) and finishes. Their products feature tables, in various shapes/heights, chairs, desk, and credenza. They truly have a unique aesthetic in not only their design, but also their unconventional approach to woodworking. Check out their website to see more beautiful photos of their work and for additional information.

 

Round Dining Table

 Chairone & Round Cafe Table

Chicago Designers [900 Blok] 3 of 5

Day 3 features a whimsical Chicago area company. Say hello to 900 Blok!

900 Blok

South Carolina native Julie Purpura and longtime friend/millworker, Jonathan Lancaster have collaborated to bring hand-carved, solid wood side/coffee tables in the shape of your favorite state or the entire USA.  They’ve gone so far as to come up with humorous names for their color choices such as Dirty Laundry, Spray Tan, and Chick Flick.

Chicago Designers [Modern Industry] 2 of 5

Day 2 featuring Chicago area designers. Welcome Modern Industry!  

Modern Industry

Modern Industry is a Chicago, Illinois based furniture manufacturer, founded in 2010 by designer/fabricator Jacob Wener. He offers contemporary home furnishings that are sustainably resourced hardwood from the Chicago area. All pieces are beautifully hand crafted and meant to last from one generation to the next. The way furniture should be.

He also has an adorable yorkie…like mine.

 Alonso Console Table

 Button Cubes

Hamilton Coffee Table

 Massenet Dining Chairs

Chicago Designers [Icon Modern] 1 of 5

In previous blogs I have featured many wonderful Chicago designers, but I don’t feel like I’d given them enough credit. Every designer is spectacular and deserves their own personal feature about the company and their designs/products. Therefore this week I’m trying something new…one blog featuring one designer/company.  Generally I post once a week (for the most part), but since I have 5 designers to cover (and they’re too good to wait a week for) I’ll release a new one each day…starting today. Please welcome Icon Modern!!!

 Icon Modern

Made in Chicago. They offer well-constructed, meant-to-last products that are unique in character. All the wood is locally sourced & salvaged and it's breathtaking! Um, hello Ohio Buck-eye Slab table. They feature tables in the form of blocks, twigs, and slabs; but they also offer custom pieces. 

Modern Twig Table

Facet Table

Modern Twig Table

Twig Tables

X Base Table