NOTE: This item has sold. It’s amazing to think that molded wood technology is relatively new. It was borne out World War II innovations in materials and today is as common as…plywood. Herbert Von Thaden and Donald Lewis Jordan were two of the innovators, and after the war founded the Thaden-Jordan Furniture Corporation. They ported…
Bozak 302A speakers circa 1958
NOTE: This item has sold. Hi-fi stereo technology came into its own in the 1950s with the advent of the 33-1/3 record and improvements in sound reproduction. That included high-end components like these Bozak B-302A speakers. They are circa 1958 and come in end table-sized walnut cabinets that are 24″ wide x 20″ deep x…
Like his designs, resources about Paul McCobb are both beautiful and practical
While researching some chairs we acquired that were purported to be Paul McCobb-designed, I stumbled across several information resources about the celebrated mid-century designer. McCobb’s designs are sought after and thoroughly modern even 60 years later. He’s worth knowing about, so here are some resources for diving in: Paul McCobb blog Planner, Perimeter, Predictor, Paul…
MidModMen+friends celebrates transition from pop-up store to permanent
MidModMen+friends is hosting an in-store party January 26 from 5 to 9 PM to celebrate its decision to become a long-term retail destination for buyers of mid century and modern furniture, lighting, decor and glassware. The party will be in the store at 2401 University Avenue in St. Paul, MN. There will be discount pricing…
From Pop-Up to Permanent: MidModMen+friends Extends Commitment to Retail Space
MidModMen+friends, a retail store featuring vintage furniture and home décor with a modern vibe, announced a long-term commitment to retail space at 2401 University Avenue in St. Paul. The decision marks a transformation of the store from a short-term “pop-up shop” to an ongoing part of a resurgent neighborhood. “We feel like our story is…
Grand opening October 12-14 for MidModMen+friends store
MidModMen is bringing its unique mix of vintage and modern home furnishings and accessories to a bricks-and-mortar location. MidModMed+friends opens October 12 at 2401 University Avenue West in St. Paul. The 1,200-square-foot gallery features furniture and decor inspired by a mid-century and modern design aesthetic that is also practical and affordable. Furniture offerings range from…