The Unusual Antique Shop Object That Inspired a Designer Couple

The duo behind the Seattle studio Fruitsuper discuss the vintage pecan picker-upper they keep on their shelves alongside other utilitarian items they consider “unsung heroes.”
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This story is part of our annual look at the state of American design. This year, we’re highlighting work that shines through an acrimonious moment—and makes the case for optimism.

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Lauren Gallow
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Lauren Gallow is a Seattle-based design writer and editor. Formerly an in-house writer for Olson Kundig, she holds an MA in Art & Architectural History from UCSB.

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