Archive//Modern

 
 

vintage not as a trend but as a living archive

In our ongoing blog series, Archive // Modern, we explore how historic forms, materials, and makers continue to shape the way we live today. From sculptural furniture to handmade objects with patina and presence, these pieces are more than just beautiful—they’re modern in their staying power. This is where the past informs the present, and style becomes timeless.

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Moonstone by Anchor Hocking
Moonstone by Anchor Hocking

Unique insights about a war-era glass production off the Anchor Hocking manufacturing lines when women were America’s primary workforce.

Artist Highlight: Jim McBride
Artist Highlight: Jim McBride

Learn about the timeless forms and impeccable hand-finished construction of 1970s Fabrik by Jim McBride designs, why they are synonymous with the Pacific Northwest, and why they continue to charm dinner guests across the country.

Why Vintage Glassware is Bursting with Vibrant Colors
Why Vintage Glassware is Bursting with Vibrant Colors

In the past, glassmakers utilized various techniques to infuse colors into their creations.