Digi-Fab: Frank Bros Exhibit at CSULB UAM

Frank Bros (The Story that Modernized Modern) Exhibit at CSULB UAM

 

This exhibit showcases furniture sold by The Frank Bros. Furniture store from 1938 – 1982, with an emphasis on Mid-century Modern designs. The Frank Bros. operated locally out of Long Beach and were dealers for many influential designers such as Eames, Knoll, and Aalto. Exhibited were selections of each designer’s work as well as a comprehensive timeline of the Family and business’s history.

 

While walking through the exhibit I recalled several movies who’s look was influenced by the Mid-century Modern design, some contemporary to that time and some more modern films nostalgic for the era.

The Incredibles (2004)

North by Northwest (1959)

A Clockwork Orange (1971)

I particularly enjoyed the small section of children’s toys. The simple designs and slotted cards were helpful in thinking about construction and three-dimensional design for our digital fabrication class.