George Nakashima began his furniture business as a reactionary movement against the practice of twentieth century “modern” architecture, design, and art. Through his work, he called for a reclamation of the philosophy of earlier historical periods, in which the human eye and hand determined an individual’s world in relationship to the universe, not the universe itself. With a solid background in architectural history and design, engineering and building practice, George turned towards a simpler life in which direct contact with materials, tools, clients, and craftsmen was more important than the imposed egoism of the modern world.

Mira Nakashima is the President and Creative Director of George Nakashima Woodworkers in New Hope, PA.

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