Alvar Aalto's Benches 153A & 153B

Classics. We're fans of his stools - and the inexpensive reproductions — but our favorite Alvar Aalto design isn't as common. It's the 153A, produced by Aalto's own company, Artek...

Extremely solid and well-built (we know, we grew up with them) the benches/end tables have a slatted structure similar to George Nelson's Platform Bench (both were produced in the early 40's).

The benches are simple and attractive—perfect for modern space. The 153A model is 40cm longer than 153B. Manufactured in birch, the pieces are available in natural, white or black stain.

We believe the short-legged version under the TV is a 153B with its legs custom cut. Available from Canadian retailer Gabriel Ross and FinnStyle.

Comments (5)

But where do you buy it?

posted by Fritz on 2007-02-21 13:09:44

After I posted this comment a new window opened that showed where to buy it, now that is strange...

posted by Fritz on 2007-02-21 13:10:54

Funny. My parents have one of those and the only time I remember that it has actually been in use, was when I was a kid and my aquarium was placed on it. It really is very solid and well built.

posted by Laura on 2007-02-22 05:05:01

Gosh! Who would cut the legs on ARTEK furniture?

posted by notsocooldad on June 19th 2008 at 3:08pm
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Oh...I did.

posted by notsocooldad on June 19th 2008 at 3:08pm
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