Herman Miller
Herman Miller
Herman Miller
founded
1905
headquarters
Zeeland, Michigan
1909
michigan star furniture
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1909
michigan star furniture
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Herman Miller started as a small furniture manufacturer in Zeeland, Michigan. At the time, it was called "Michigan Star Furniture". The company primarily produced traditional residential furniture, particularly bedroom suites, in the Victorian style.
Herman Miller started as a small furniture manufacturer in Zeeland, Michigan. At the time, it was called "Michigan Star Furniture". The company primarily produced traditional residential furniture, particularly bedroom suites, in the Victorian style.
Herman Miller started as a small furniture manufacturer in Zeeland, Michigan. At the time, it was called "Michigan Star Furniture". The company primarily produced traditional residential furniture, particularly bedroom suites, in the Victorian style.
In 1909, D.J. De Pree began working at the company as a clerk, and by 1919, he had risen to become the general manager.
In 1909, D.J. De Pree began working at the company as a clerk, and by 1919, he had risen to become the general manager.
In 1909, D.J. De Pree began working at the company as a clerk, and by 1919, he had risen to become the general manager.
furniture ads
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furniture ads
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1923
herman miller furniture company
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1923
herman miller furniture company
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In 1923, De Pree convinces his father-in-law Herman Miller to buy majority share of the Michigan Star Furniture company for $12,000. He renames the company Herman Miller, in honor of his father-in-law.
In 1923, De Pree convinces his father-in-law Herman Miller to buy majority share of the Michigan Star Furniture company for $12,000. He renames the company Herman Miller, in honor of his father-in-law.
In 1923, De Pree convinces his father-in-law Herman Miller to buy majority share of the Michigan Star Furniture company for $12,000. He renames the company Herman Miller, in honor of his father-in-law.
1926
howard miller clock company
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1926
howard miller clock company
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In 1926, D.J. De Pree establishes the Howard Miller Clock Company as a division of the furniture business. Initially producing traditional-style clocks such as the one below, the company later expanded its offerings to include modernist designs by Gilbert Rohde.
In 1926, D.J. De Pree establishes the Howard Miller Clock Company as a division of the furniture business. Initially producing traditional-style clocks such as the one below, the company later expanded its offerings to include modernist designs by Gilbert Rohde.
In 1926, D.J. De Pree establishes the Howard Miller Clock Company as a division of the furniture business. Initially producing traditional-style clocks such as the one below, the company later expanded its offerings to include modernist designs by Gilbert Rohde.
1933
gilbert rohde clock
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1933
gilbert rohde clock
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In 1930, D.J. De Pree hires Gilbert Rohde as the company's first design director. Rohde convinced De Pree to shift away from traditional furniture and focus on modern designs better suited to changing American lifestyles.
In 1930, D.J. De Pree hires Gilbert Rohde as the company's first design director. Rohde convinced De Pree to shift away from traditional furniture and focus on modern designs better suited to changing American lifestyles.
In 1930, D.J. De Pree hires Gilbert Rohde as the company's first design director. Rohde convinced De Pree to shift away from traditional furniture and focus on modern designs better suited to changing American lifestyles.
1942
Executive Office Group
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1942
Executive Office Group
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In 1942, the company enters the office furniture market with Gilbert Rohde's collection, the Executive Office Group.
In 1942, the company enters the office furniture market with Gilbert Rohde's collection, the Executive Office Group.
In 1942, the company enters the office furniture market with Gilbert Rohde's collection, the Executive Office Group.
1945
George nelson
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1945
George nelson
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After the death of Gilbert Rohde in 1944, Herman Miller hires George Nelson as their design director, distinctly changing the trajectory of their influence. Nelson recruited renowned designers Charles and Ray Eames, Alexander Girard, and Isamu Noguchi.
After the death of Gilbert Rohde in 1944, Herman Miller hires George Nelson as their design director, distinctly changing the trajectory of their influence. Nelson recruited renowned designers Charles and Ray Eames, Alexander Girard, and Isamu Noguchi.
After the death of Gilbert Rohde in 1944, Herman Miller hires George Nelson as their design director, distinctly changing the trajectory of their influence. Nelson recruited renowned designers Charles and Ray Eames, Alexander Girard, and Isamu Noguchi.
1946
eames lounge chair and ottoman
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1946
eames lounge chair and ottoman
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In 1956, Charles and Ray Eames created the Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman. They created this brochure for Herman Miller, where they outlined the 9 functional components of the chair.
In 1956, Charles and Ray Eames created the Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman. They created this brochure for Herman Miller, where they outlined the 9 functional components of the chair.
In 1956, Charles and Ray Eames created the Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman. They created this brochure for Herman Miller, where they outlined the 9 functional components of the chair.
nelson's marshmallow sofa
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nelson's marshmallow sofa
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Created by Irving Harper of George Nelson Associates for Herman Miller, the Marshmallow sofa features circular cushions on a metal frame. Despite its slight impracticality, it became an iconic midcentury modern piece of furniture.
Created by Irving Harper of George Nelson Associates for Herman Miller, the Marshmallow sofa features circular cushions on a metal frame. Despite its slight impracticality, it became an iconic midcentury modern piece of furniture.
Created by Irving Harper of George Nelson Associates for Herman Miller, the Marshmallow sofa features circular cushions on a metal frame. Despite its slight impracticality, it became an iconic midcentury modern piece of furniture.
irving harper's logo redesign
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irving harper's logo redesign
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Also in 1946, Irving Harper created the iconic "M" motif in Herman Miller's logo.
Also in 1946, Irving Harper created the iconic "M" motif in Herman Miller's logo.
Also in 1946, Irving Harper created the iconic "M" motif in Herman Miller's logo.
1948
noguchi table
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1948
noguchi table
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An iconic and recognizable piece of sculpture, this table was made by artist Isamu Noguchi after he saw a copycat version of his design in a magazine while in an Arizona internment camp. Noguchi requested leave and traveled to NYC to partner with Herman Miller and bring this table to life. It was one of the first times a coffee table was treated as both functional furniture and sculpture.
An iconic and recognizable piece of sculpture, this table was made by artist Isamu Noguchi after he saw a copycat version of his design in a magazine while in an Arizona internment camp. Noguchi requested leave and traveled to NYC to partner with Herman Miller and bring this table to life. It was one of the first times a coffee table was treated as both functional furniture and sculpture.
An iconic and recognizable piece of sculpture, this table was made by artist Isamu Noguchi after he saw a copycat version of his design in a magazine while in an Arizona internment camp. Noguchi requested leave and traveled to NYC to partner with Herman Miller and bring this table to life. It was one of the first times a coffee table was treated as both functional furniture and sculpture.
1958
Eames Aluminum Group Chairs
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1958
Eames Aluminum Group Chairs
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The Eames Aluminum Group chairs were groundbreaking for using industrial materials like aluminum in high-end furniture. They were widely adopted in office environments, helping define the aesthetic of the modern workplace. Their design allowed for efficient production while maintaining high quality, demonstrating that good design could be both sophisticated and suitable for mass production.
The Eames Aluminum Group chairs were groundbreaking for using industrial materials like aluminum in high-end furniture. They were widely adopted in office environments, helping define the aesthetic of the modern workplace. Their design allowed for efficient production while maintaining high quality, demonstrating that good design could be both sophisticated and suitable for mass production.
The Eames Aluminum Group chairs were groundbreaking for using industrial materials like aluminum in high-end furniture. They were widely adopted in office environments, helping define the aesthetic of the modern workplace. Their design allowed for efficient production while maintaining high quality, demonstrating that good design could be both sophisticated and suitable for mass production.
1960
John Massey's Logo Redesign
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1960
John Massey's Logo Redesign
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In 1960, John Massey sets the logo in Helvetica and aligns it with the "M" mark, creating a long lasting version of the mark.
In 1960, John Massey sets the logo in Helvetica and aligns it with the "M" mark, creating a long lasting version of the mark.
In 1960, John Massey sets the logo in Helvetica and aligns it with the "M" mark, creating a long lasting version of the mark.
1964
Action Office 1 system
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1964
Action Office 1 system
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Designed by Robert Propst and George Nelson, this launch marked Herman Miller's entry into office furniture systems, which is still core to its brand today. This system had a huge impact on workspace design. In fact, Herman Miller's Action Office product lines invented the cubicle, though envisioned as a more mobile and free space than what it is today.
Designed by Robert Propst and George Nelson, this launch marked Herman Miller's entry into office furniture systems, which is still core to its brand today. This system had a huge impact on workspace design. In fact, Herman Miller's Action Office product lines invented the cubicle, though envisioned as a more mobile and free space than what it is today.
Designed by Robert Propst and George Nelson, this launch marked Herman Miller's entry into office furniture systems, which is still core to its brand today. This system had a huge impact on workspace design. In fact, Herman Miller's Action Office product lines invented the cubicle, though envisioned as a more mobile and free space than what it is today.
1970
action office ii
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1970
action office ii
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Following the previous system, Action Office II revolutionized office design by introducing the concept of modular office cubicles that could be rearranged to suit the workspace.
Following the previous system, Action Office II revolutionized office design by introducing the concept of modular office cubicles that could be rearranged to suit the workspace.
Following the previous system, Action Office II revolutionized office design by introducing the concept of modular office cubicles that could be rearranged to suit the workspace.
Following the previous system, Action Office II revolutionized office design by introducing the concept of modular office cubicles that could be rearranged to suit the workspace.
1976
ergon chair
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1976
ergon chair
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The Ergon chair was one of the first chairs to incorporate extensive ergonomic research into its design, with a focus on supporting the human body in a seated working position. It established Herman Miller's reputation for innovative, human-centered design and influenced many subsequent office chair designs.
The Ergon chair was one of the first chairs to incorporate extensive ergonomic research into its design, with a focus on supporting the human body in a seated working position. It established Herman Miller's reputation for innovative, human-centered design and influenced many subsequent office chair designs.
The Ergon chair was one of the first chairs to incorporate extensive ergonomic research into its design, with a focus on supporting the human body in a seated working position. It established Herman Miller's reputation for innovative, human-centered design and influenced many subsequent office chair designs.
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1994
aeron chair
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1994
aeron chair
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Designers Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick spent years studying human sitting behavior in order to create the Aeron Chair. After a culmination of earlier prototypes and a long research process, the chair launched in 1994. It revolutionized ergonomics and visually inspires a majority of modern day office chairs. It also landed a permanent spot in MoMA's collection.
Designers Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick spent years studying human sitting behavior in order to create the Aeron Chair. After a culmination of earlier prototypes and a long research process, the chair launched in 1994. It revolutionized ergonomics and visually inspires a majority of modern day office chairs. It also landed a permanent spot in MoMA's collection.
Designers Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick spent years studying human sitting behavior in order to create the Aeron Chair. After a culmination of earlier prototypes and a long research process, the chair launched in 1994. It revolutionized ergonomics and visually inspires a majority of modern day office chairs. It also landed a permanent spot in MoMA's collection.
1999
resolve office system
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1999
resolve office system
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The Resolve system aimed to open up the workplace with a 120 degree pole system that included cable management to accommodate the rise of computers in the workplace. It included canopies for a more secluded feel while maintaining an airiness.
The Resolve system aimed to open up the workplace with a 120 degree pole system that included cable management to accommodate the rise of computers in the workplace. It included canopies for a more secluded feel while maintaining an airiness.
The Resolve system aimed to open up the workplace with a 120 degree pole system that included cable management to accommodate the rise of computers in the workplace. It included canopies for a more secluded feel while maintaining an airiness.
1999
Edlefson and Frykholm logo redesign
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1999
Edlefson and Frykholm logo redesign
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This update to Herman Miller's brand identity led to the "M" symbol being placed in a red circle to create a more compact and unified emblem. The typeface was updated to FF Meta and set without a space between. The color changed from black to red to establish a more striking visual.
This update to Herman Miller's brand identity led to the "M" symbol being placed in a red circle to create a more compact and unified emblem. The typeface was updated to FF Meta and set without a space between. The color changed from black to red to establish a more striking visual.
This update to Herman Miller's brand identity led to the "M" symbol being placed in a red circle to create a more compact and unified emblem. The typeface was updated to FF Meta and set without a space between. The color changed from black to red to establish a more striking visual.
2003
mirra chair
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2003
mirra chair
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The Mirra chair piloted the TriFlex back - a perforated, flexible polymer backrest that adapts to individual body shapes and movements. Notable for being designed with 96% recyclable materials, the Mirra represented Herman Miller's commitment to environmental responsibility. Sustainability continues to be a guiding principle of Herman Miller.
The Mirra chair piloted the TriFlex back - a perforated, flexible polymer backrest that adapts to individual body shapes and movements. Notable for being designed with 96% recyclable materials, the Mirra represented Herman Miller's commitment to environmental responsibility. Sustainability continues to be a guiding principle of Herman Miller.
The Mirra chair piloted the TriFlex back - a perforated, flexible polymer backrest that adapts to individual body shapes and movements. Notable for being designed with 96% recyclable materials, the Mirra represented Herman Miller's commitment to environmental responsibility. Sustainability continues to be a guiding principle of Herman Miller.
2008
embody chair
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2008
embody chair
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The Embody chair started as a quest to answer the question, "Could there be a chair that had health positive effects on the body?" In other words, could the chair be therapeutic instead of neutral?
The Embody chair started as a quest to answer the question, "Could there be a chair that had health positive effects on the body?" In other words, could the chair be therapeutic instead of neutral?
The Embody chair started as a quest to answer the question, "Could there be a chair that had health positive effects on the body?" In other words, could the chair be therapeutic instead of neutral?
The Embody chair started as a quest to answer the question, "Could there be a chair that had health positive effects on the body?" In other words, could the chair be therapeutic instead of neutral?
2024
order rebrand
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2024
order rebrand
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Order, a Brooklyn-based design agency, rebranded Herman Miller in early 2024, marking the company's first major identity update in 25 years. They updated the font to Söhne, a typeface from Klim Type Foundry that is a modern homage to Helvetica. The "M" was freed from its circular shape, and is used with an expanded color palette that draws from historical archives. Drawing heavily from John Massey's redesign in 1960, the ultimate goal was to capture the most honest essence of the brand.
Order, a Brooklyn-based design agency, rebranded Herman Miller in early 2024, marking the company's first major identity update in 25 years. They updated the font to Söhne, a typeface from Klim Type Foundry that is a modern homage to Helvetica. The "M" was freed from its circular shape, and is used with an expanded color palette that draws from historical archives. Drawing heavily from John Massey's redesign in 1960, the ultimate goal was to capture the most honest essence of the brand.
Order, a Brooklyn-based design agency, rebranded Herman Miller in early 2024, marking the company's first major identity update in 25 years. They updated the font to Söhne, a typeface from Klim Type Foundry that is a modern homage to Helvetica. The "M" was freed from its circular shape, and is used with an expanded color palette that draws from historical archives. Drawing heavily from John Massey's redesign in 1960, the ultimate goal was to capture the most honest essence of the brand.
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