Experience the MillerKnoll Archives
Explore a curated selection of the 1 million objects and ephemera that make up the MillerKnoll Archives. Our 12,000-square-foot-research and exhibition center in Michigan offers a one-of-a-kind look into the evolution of modern design.
It has been the opportunity of a lifetime to collaborate across brands to ensure these important design legacies remain accessible for generations to come.
Amy Auscherman, Director of Archives and Brand Heritage, MillerKnoll
A space for learning and inspiration
We use the Archives as a resource for our associates and design partners as well as outside researchers, curators, and academics. We’ve organized it into three key areas: exhibition space, open storage, and a reading room.
Inside the reading room
Lose yourself in design history as you browse memoranda from George Nelson’s first Herman Miller collection, design drawings for classics like the Eames Lounge Chair, original paste-ups by Florence Knoll, and more.
Across the racks
Trace the evolution of modernism in our open storage racks. Standout pieces include the Womb Chair Eero Saarinen gave to his mother, Gilbert Rohde designs from the 1933 World’s Fair, and early office furniture designs by Florence Knoll.
Manufacturing Modern
Examine the shared histories of Knoll and Herman Miller through a selection of iconic designs created by the visionaries who shaped both brands: Florence Knoll, George Nelson, Eero Saarinen, Ray and Charles Eames, Harry Bertoia, and more.
Shop archival classics
The best design museum is the one you never need to leave. Many timeless designs from our Archives are still in production decades after they were introduced. Shop classics for your home or office from Herman Miller, Knoll, and more.
Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Herman Miller
Designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1956, this piece endures as one of the world's most recognizable and coveted designs. Today, it's still made by hand and is offered in dozens of finishes and fabrics and available in two sizes.
Womb Chair by Knoll
This mid-century classic supports countless positions and offers a comforting oasis of calm. The chair is one of the most coveted and recognizable designs of the 20th century, and it's available in a range of sizes, fabrics, and finishes.
Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller
Made with a wooden slatted top that brings a sense of warmth, craftsmanship, and versatility to your space, this George Nelson piece can function as a foundation for additional cabinets, a coffee table, or as a bench with optional seat pad.
Barcelona Chair by Knoll
The Barcelona Chair is a tribute to traditional craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail. Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1929, this iconic piece is one of the most celebrated designs of the 20th century.
Noguchi Table by Herman Miller
The perfect balance of art and furniture, this authentic, ethereal design was introduced in 1948 from designer Isamu Noguchi and brings an understated yet beautiful element to any office or lounge setting.
Florence Knoll Sofa and Settee by Knoll
These iconic modern sofas feature a streamlined geometric profile, tufted cushions, and a heavy gauge polished chrome base. They're available as a three-seat sofa or a two-seat settee and come in a versatile range of fabrics and finishes.
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Do you have a special area of design history you’re researching? We may be able to help. Contact us with research requests and other inquiries.
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