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The Saarinen was an instant hit and won various design awards, including the 1969 Museum of Modern Art Award, throughout the following decade. Of course, with fame comes reproduction, and shortly thereafter a variety of "tulip" tables popped up on the scene. The more popular hack comes from iKEA -- the Docksta table -- and currently runs at just $149.
Whether you're a fan of the original or the various reproductions, the versatility of the piece can't be argued. Here we take a look at how the Knoll Saarinen transforms five different rooms...in five very different ways.
Clearly, the Saarinen can make any room pop -- from contemporary to traditional, and everything between. Photos: Australian Vogue Living, Eric Piasecki Photography
Our first room (above left) is an extreme-modern office space, anchored by a Saarinen table (and coordinating tulip chairs) to give the office a minimalist aesthetic. On the opposite end of the spectrum, however, is the photo on the right, which pictures a Saarinen used in a traditional country setting. The cherry wood accents and floral arrangements keep the space from appearing too stark and instead give a homey vibe that's perfect for an informal dining area.
A DWR set places the Saarinen right at home with midcentury accents. Photo: DWR
With soft furnishings, the Saarinen can become contemporary or retro -- your call! Photos: Domino Mag, Diamond Baratt Design
As you can see, the Saarinen may lack in originality, but it's certainly an investment piece that you can utilize in any space. Knoll would be so proud!
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