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Article Abstract:

The University of North Carolina, Greensboro's previous Honors Studios programs have produced innovative prototype designs from its students. The program involves guest faculty teams who advise student teams in a company-sponsored design project. The latest program was sponsored by Thomasville Furniture Industries who required an in-depth study on the future of the furniture industry. The resulting prototypes reflected the industry's focus on the entrepreneurial worker, globalcommunications and the senior members of society.

Wood household furniture, Upholstered household furniture, Joint ventures, Education, Curricula, Study and teaching, Designers, Furniture design, Thomasville Furniture Industries Inc., University of North Carolina (Greensboro)

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Sitting image

Article Abstract:

Furniture manufacturer Keilhauer contracted designer Michael Vanderbyl to create its showroom design for the Chicago Merchandise Mart. Vnaderbyl used a curving scrim wall to create a dramatic border for the area while allowing hints of activity within to filter through. A new logo was superimposed on the scrim. The interiors featured contemporary presentations ofchair collections bathed in yellow light and mounted on cantilevered wall shelving.

Product information, Practice, Furniture industry, Vanderbyl, Michael, Keilhauer

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