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What did Eero Saarinen believe was the architect's role?

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What did Eero Saarinen believe was the architect's role?
Eero Saarinen believed that the architect's role was to create structures that enhance daily life and inspire people to consider new possibilities. He thought that buildings should suit their intended purpose well and provide comfortable accommodations while at the same time being aesthetically appealing. Some of his best-known structures include the gull-winged TWA Flight Center at John F. Kennedy Airport in New York, Dulles International Airport in Virginia and the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Eero Saarinen furniture.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
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Tulip Dining Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll 1970s
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in BAARLO, LI
Iconic and original 'Tulip' dining table with a wooden top from the 1970s. Designed by Eero Saarinen in 1956. The table is in very good vintage condition, with slight signs of use. M...
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Vintage 1950s American Space Age Dining Room Tables

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Metal

Saarinen Executive Armchair in Saddle Leather, Swivel Base
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
We have been restoring Saarinen executive chairs for years in every fabric one can imagine, right in our very own workroom. We’ve restored these chairs using a supple Italian Leather...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs ...

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Metal

Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Emerald Velvet, Gold Edition, Set of 6
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
We’ve restored this set of 6 Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive chairs using a 100% Cotton Italian Velvet in the color Emerald. Skilled craftsmen h...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Eero Saarinen Mid-Century Womb Chair & Ottoman by Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Southampton, NY
This Iconic original Womb Chair and accompanying ottoman is by famed Finnish/ American designer Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. The chair and ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Eero Saarinen Pedestal Table
By Eero Saarinen
Located in PARIS, FR
Coffee table from the Parallel Bar collection by designer Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1950s. The round walnut tabletop rests on 4 brushed metal legs. Very good condition....
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Mid-20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

1960's Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely example of the Iconic Womb Chair and Ottoman designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. We have had it re-upholstered in a genuine Knoll fabric, Crossroads in a Honey Bee color. T...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

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