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MODERNHISTORICAL

SHAKER

Stair Case The historical detailing of the railing to the modern railing have a connection within the exaggeration of the round stair case. The Shaker stair case consisted of beadings, moldings, and cornices. Today the modern stair case connects to the historical staircase by having different types of moldings and woods. While there are many different types of staircases a round stair case is very elegant. It is detailed from top to bottom.

While you see many different types of staircases today I think a traditional round stair case connects best with a shaker one. Typically the modern stair case doesn't have a traditional railing unless it is a older home. Today the modern railing is glass or metal.

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MODERNHISTORICAL

THONET

Chair The historical Thonet chair designed by Michael Thonet was known as the Consumer Chair. The chair was known to have seated more people than any chair in history. This chair was simple and unique. The light wood chair had 6 parts 10 screws and 2 washers. The historical detail is shown in the modern one by being simplistic as well.

The modern chair is almost an exact replica of the historical chair . It only consist of 6 parts. It has the round backing and round seat. The legs of the historical one and modern one both flare out at the same angle. Typically this chair is used as a dining chair or casual seating.

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MODERNHISTORICAL

ARTS & CRAFT

WALLPAPER The historical arts and craft wallpaper was filled with floral detailing and bright colors. This wallpaper in particular is filled with many different greens. From the yellow green to the dark green, the modern and historical one connect with the floral detailing and light greens.

Typically these wallpapers were in gatherings rooms and would add a great touch to a room. The patterns were consistent and repetitive. The floral would have a rhythm to it. The same pattern repeated over and over.

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