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The Madison is a simple style crafted by Amish artisans that encompasses the graceful lines of contemporary styles and the uncomplicated organic philosophy of Mission styles. Contemporary or Modern furniture design is surprisingly, not so modern. Its roots go back to the late 1800’s and its influence is as old, if not older than, modernism. […]

In a society that changes trends as fast as they can microwave dinner it is refreshing to see that Amish built Arts & Crafts and American Mission style furniture is as modern and contemporary as it was at its conception in the latter Victorian 1800’s. Once done in historically dark stains and heavy tapestries now […]

Amish furniture designers and crafters use the basic and handsome mortise and tenon construction in many of their classic designs. Mission styles as well as many Arts and Crafts era tables, chairs, chests and cabinetry all includes the timeless mortise and tenon joint. Ancient carpenters knew that the mortise and tenon joint was both uncomplicated […]

Art Nouveau is a whimsical, organic and plant-inspired decorative style that influenced art, accessories and architecture. Art Nouveau was obviously an off-shoot of the rebellious Arts and Crafts Movement, nurtured by the likes of British designer and furnishings producer, William Morris. While the Arts and Crafts school of design theory was indeed the parent of […]

The Arts and Crafts era dining room was very important in creating the vision of the home as a warm, socially accommodating environment. The solid wood dining room was the focal point of the dining area and the proper table settings were studied and practice. Although trying to break free of the Victorian’s traditions some […]