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11.08.2011

Tell Me Tuesday...Bam or Slam!

BAM for mixed styles in the dining room!

This week we're talking about a true classic, The Saarinen Tulip Table.

Designed by Finish American architect and industrial designer, Eero Saarinen (1910-1961), The Saarinen tulip table made its debut in 1956 and are still manufactured today by Knoll.

Sleek, modern, yet timeless, the tulip table is a perfect example of form following function

...are you a fan?

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  1. Jo @ In Corners of My MindNovember 8, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    This is a great big 'bam' for me...simple classic, elegant, contemporary, easily paired with a myriad of other styles...a true designers go to. Thanks for sharing...Happy Tuesday!

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  2. Heidi @ Decor & MoreNovember 8, 2011 at 4:56 AM

    BAM all the way! I especially love it paired with very traditional chairs upholstered in beautiful contemporary fabrics. Can you tell I've given this one past consideration? ;-) Happy Tuesday!

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  3. Jean @ Flower HillNovember 8, 2011 at 5:07 AM

    Definitelt BAM!

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  4. pam {simple details}November 8, 2011 at 5:14 AM

    BAM!! I have fond memories of ours growing up, swiveling those chairs round and round! The options of what it can be combined with are endless, wish I had space for one.

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  5. Cassie @ Primitive & ProperNovember 8, 2011 at 5:16 AM

    bam for me! i love the style!

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  6. Brittany {Gallery No. Eight}November 8, 2011 at 5:39 AM

    Bam! It's such a perfect little table, and it just fits right in to almost every space!

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  7. DecorandtheDogNovember 8, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    Bam! They're just so pretty.

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  8. KatNovember 8, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    Bam for me. A few months ago I saw an original and almost died. The guy who had it said it could fetch anywhere between $250,000-$750,000. (I was willing to give $50 for it;)) I love them paired with different styled chairs--like those Tolix ones--yummy!

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  9. LindsBNovember 8, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    I love the look, but I know others who hate it. Its one of those love it or hate it kinda pieces of furniture. But, to me its a BAM!

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  10. Sam, Leave The Nest Up To MeNovember 8, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    BAM! I hunted tirelessly for the Ikea knock-off when we moved into our new place. Much more affordable.

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  11. AmandaNovember 8, 2011 at 6:14 AM

    BAM all the way!!!! I am always on the lookout for one that doesnt cost me an arm and a leg and an elbow.

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  12. AmyNovember 8, 2011 at 6:14 AM

    BAM! The simplest designs seem to stay in style forever, and this table is perfectly simple!

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  13. Kim @ keller-creativeNovember 8, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    Without a doubt... BAM! I love mid-century anything :)

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  14. lisaroyhandbagsNovember 8, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    Definitely BAM for the authentic, marble-topped one. SLAM for the cheapo IKEA version.

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  15. Lisa - A Room with A ViewNovember 8, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    Bam all the way! I have been incorporating round tables in decor for clients more and more and this is a fine example of one.

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  16. traci zeller designsNovember 8, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    Definitely a fan! I have a teensy one in my boys' room.

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  17. Sharon Dowling@house58blog.comNovember 8, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    BAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAM!

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  18. HollyNovember 8, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    A big BAM from me as well, sleek and functional - I love it.

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  19. Cathy WallNovember 8, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    BAM! Love it, so flexible, so classic, it works in many spaces.

    Cathy

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  20. freddyandpetuniaNovember 8, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Mostly, I'll say Bam!
    I like the examples you've shown--but I've seen some very bad examples too.
    I guess, for me, it depends on the application and execution of the design.
    Catherine

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  21. Aubrey {All Things Bright and Beautiful}November 8, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Oh my goodness, can I even say enough about how much I love these simple sleek tables??? Seriously, I think the secret to my adoration is that because they are so simple, you can go completely whackadoodle with the chairs...and who doesn't love that??? (c:

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  22. GabrielleNovember 8, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    Bam all the way!

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  23. KathysueNovember 8, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    To keep it intersting I think you have to mix it up!! Kathysue

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  24. Homestyling101November 8, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    BAM! Adore these...clean lines...LOVE!

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  25. Sarah ElizabethNovember 8, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    Bam! Bam! Double Bam!! The tulip table is so versatile, it's right at home with virtually any style - contemporary or traditional, masculine or feminine. It's one of those pieces that will always be in style. Love it!

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  26. rachel @ Just a Touch of GrayNovember 8, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    It's a BAM for me... especially with the marble tops! LOVE!

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  27. Suzy www.savedbysuzy.blogspot.comNovember 8, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    100% BAM! I think the table fits in with just about any decor, but I love it with paired with some traditional chairs.

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  28. Tiffany @ {Living Savvy}November 9, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    Bam Bam Bam!!

    Always a modern classic!!

    Tiffany

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  29. annieNovember 9, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    Bam! I have a saarinen table and have never once regretted that purchase...I love the mix of contemporary with more traditional chairs or all modern...Great examples here!

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  30. JessicaNovember 9, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    It looks like I am the only SLAM. I am just not a fan of this look for a dining table.

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  31. Interior Design MusingsNovember 9, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    Totally love the tulip table. Not sure about the pillows in the bookshelves of one of the images, but the table rocks! M.

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  32. Carol@TheDesignPagesNovember 10, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    It's the biggest bam of all. I adore this table. I just bought one off craigslist and plan to spray paint the base in a gorgeous gold.

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