Clement Meadmore: Furniture as Art.

As I continue to research the output of sculptor/industrial designer Clement Meadmore, the more intrigued I become about the man and his creative practice. After chatting to some of the people who knew Clem, I think it’s fair to say that although Meadmore had developed a keen interest in furniture design, it was his passion

Anatol Kagan: Modernist Architect

House at Caulfield by Anatol Kagan (1956) (photograph by SImon Reeves, Built Heritage Pty Ltd) When it comes to modernist architecture in Melbourne there are a number of names that spring to mind. And as much as I admire many of the homes designed by Boyd, Romberg, and McIntyre, its often the buildings designed by

Lowen Behold: The furniture of Fred Lowen

The story of Fred (Fritz) Lowen has all the mystery and intrigue of a finely crafted drama. Born in Germany in 1919, Fred later fled Nazi Germany and found himself aboard the Dunera and bound for Australia where he was placed in internment camps in Hay and Tatura. The humble beginnings of Fred Lowen’s furniture

Modernist Dream Homes

If you are anything like me and you long for lazy days spent lounging around your post-war dream home, then Modernist Australia  is the website for you. It’s a website dedicated to Australian post-war architecture, from the most humble peppermint beach shack through to designer icons such as homes by Boyd, Round, Seidler and  Romberg. Find out the top modernist suburbs,

Clement Meadmore Furniture.

Australian artist Clement Meadmore made furniture during the 1950’s before he found international success as a sculptor. Most of his work is constructed using steel rod and cotton or synthetic cord, but the simplicity and sculptural quality make his chairs something quite unique. Below is a sample of some of his work from the fifties.