Collection by Marianne Colahan

Gifts from the Dwell Store: For the Midcentury Junkie

For the Nelson enthusiast and Panton fan on your holiday list, look no further than the Midcentury Junkie collection from the Dwell Store. Wow them with a classic midcentury light, statement wall clock, or get them a collection of all of their favorites with Vitra’s miniature collection. View the complete collection here, and be sure to check out all of the Dwell Store’s holiday picks.

From design legends Charles and Ray Eames, the Hang-It-All coat rack transformed an everyday object into a design classic. Playful multicolored hooks create a visual staccato of color that lends vibrancy to a room, while the solid white or black versions add more of a mod feel. This is a functional design gift that Eames fans will love.
From design legends Charles and Ray Eames, the Hang-It-All coat rack transformed an everyday object into a design classic. Playful multicolored hooks create a visual staccato of color that lends vibrancy to a room, while the solid white or black versions add more of a mod feel. This is a functional design gift that Eames fans will love.
American designer George Nelson created everyday objects including lamps, clocks, and accessories with the mission of bringing modern design into American homes in the 1950s. Nelson worked with Vitra to create a variety of wall clocks, including the Sunburst Clock, rendered here in multi-color. The Nelson clock is an iconic emblem of midcentury design.
American designer George Nelson created everyday objects including lamps, clocks, and accessories with the mission of bringing modern design into American homes in the 1950s. Nelson worked with Vitra to create a variety of wall clocks, including the Sunburst Clock, rendered here in multi-color. The Nelson clock is an iconic emblem of midcentury design.
Known for his use of bold color and innovative forms, Verner Panton designed the Panton Chair for Vitra in 1960. Interested in the capability of plastic, Panton designed the chair to be comfortable and versatile enough to be used anywhere. The Panton Chair is the first chair to be created from only one piece of material, using a single mold, and it will be a welcome addition to any midcentury lover’s home.
Known for his use of bold color and innovative forms, Verner Panton designed the Panton Chair for Vitra in 1960. Interested in the capability of plastic, Panton designed the chair to be comfortable and versatile enough to be used anywhere. The Panton Chair is the first chair to be created from only one piece of material, using a single mold, and it will be a welcome addition to any midcentury lover’s home.
The Case Study Ceramic Cylinder Planter by Modernica was designed during the post-WWII architecture and design boom. The ceramic planter with a walnut wood plinth is defined by its simple geometric shape and its simple, clean finish.
The Case Study Ceramic Cylinder Planter by Modernica was designed during the post-WWII architecture and design boom. The ceramic planter with a walnut wood plinth is defined by its simple geometric shape and its simple, clean finish.
The Vitra Miniature Collection presents important modern furniture classics in a smaller size. This Tulip Chair is an exact 1:6 replica of Eero Saarinen’s original design, including the materials, construction, and colors. This miniature is a great way to give the gift of midcentury modern without breaking the bank.
The Vitra Miniature Collection presents important modern furniture classics in a smaller size. This Tulip Chair is an exact 1:6 replica of Eero Saarinen’s original design, including the materials, construction, and colors. This miniature is a great way to give the gift of midcentury modern without breaking the bank.
Midcentury industrial designer Russel Wright believed that the table was the center of the home. First designed over 60 years ago, the Russel Wright Residential Collection is available once again, crafted from durable, shatterproof melamine. It features this bright place setting.
Midcentury industrial designer Russel Wright believed that the table was the center of the home. First designed over 60 years ago, the Russel Wright Residential Collection is available once again, crafted from durable, shatterproof melamine. It features this bright place setting.
Designed by Benjamin Cherner, the Cherner Lounge Arm Chair is defined by its welcoming, curved shape that recalls the original 1958 Cherner chair design by Benjamin’s father, Norman. The molded plywood shell, solid bentwood arm, and laminated wood base flow fluidly into one another, giving the chair an organic sensibility. This chair is a once-in-a-lifetime gift for your favorite fan of midcentury design.
Designed by Benjamin Cherner, the Cherner Lounge Arm Chair is defined by its welcoming, curved shape that recalls the original 1958 Cherner chair design by Benjamin’s father, Norman. The molded plywood shell, solid bentwood arm, and laminated wood base flow fluidly into one another, giving the chair an organic sensibility. This chair is a once-in-a-lifetime gift for your favorite fan of midcentury design.