The Heywood-Wakefield Company is a US furniture manufacturer established in 1897. It went on to become a major presence in the US. Its older products are considered collectibles[1][2][3] and have been featured on Antiques Roadshow. Heywood Brothers was established in 1826, Wakefield Company in 1855.[6] Both firms produced wicker and rattan furniture, and as these products became increasingly popular towards the end of the century, they became serious rivals.[7] In 1897 the companies merged as Heywood Brothers & Wakefield Company (this name was changed to Heywood-Wakefield Company in 1921), purchasing Washburn-Heywood Chair Company in 1916, Oregon Chair Company in 1920, and Lloyd Manufacturing Company in 1921. While its wooden furniture plant in Gardner, Massachusetts closed in 1979, a branch in Menominee, Michigan continued to manufacture metal outdoor seats, auditorium seats, and school furniture.[6] The Heywood-Wakefield Company Complex in Gardner was added to the National Historic Register in 1983.
The South Beach Furniture Company acquired the rights to the name in 1994 and reproduces its wooden furniture. Both founding companies produced wicker and rattan furniture in the late 19th century. Wakefield initiated its mechanized production.[7] The wicker styles drew on the Aesthetic Movement and Japanese influences; simpler designs arose in the wake of the Arts and Crafts Movement.[7] The merged entity stayed abreast of wicker furniture trends by hiring designers such as Paul Frankl and Donald Deskey during the 1920s.[7] Its furniture was exhibited at the 1933 Century of Progress exhibition and at the 1964 New York World's Fair. During the 1930s and 1940s Heywood-Wakefield began producing furniture using sleek designs based on French Art Deco. Long-haul bus companies began focusing on passenger comfort in the 1920s. Their bucket seats proved successful and rail companies began to follow suit. The Association of American Railroads' Mechanical Division and Heywood-Wakefield became involved in the quest for more luxurious seat design.
Through a grant from Heywood-Wakefield, the Association employed a Harvard professor of anthropology, E. A. Hooton, to research rail passenger seat preferences in 1945.[11] Heywood-Wakefield's resulting Sleepy Hollow seat came into wide use. ^ a b c d Maxwell Thomas by Direct Supply Furnishings that create a warm, inviting community Every piece, every collection, every decision we make has a story with strategic intent deeply rooted in our drive to support life-enhancing Senior Living environments. That's why Maxwell Thomas offers high-style, feature-rich furniture. We call that Function by Design. Explore Maxwell Thomas® Furniturein our eCatalog » Recliners & Lounge Chairs Create relaxing spaces that provide a safe, comfortable atmosphere Enjoy an extensive selection of resident room furnishings for maximum comfort and style. Choose from a variety of Maxwell Thomas collections for head and footboards, chests, wardrobes, dressers, hutches and mirrors.
All are available in an assortment of styles, finishes and hardware choices to help your residents feel at home. Direct Supply® Maxwell Thomas® Resident Room Furnishings Elevate the dining experience through furniture with style and function Mealtimes are one of the most important and anticipated parts of the day. Maxwell Thomas dining furniture not only offers appealing table and chair choices – we also offer furnishings that transform the dining experience for your residents. Consider options for banquet, restaurant, family-style, and specialty dining to give your residents the gift of choice. Direct Supply® Maxwell Thomas® Dining Room Furnishings Inspire lively conversation and make a positive first impression Common areas can be places where your residents socialize or any spaces that are open to everyone in your community. Choose from distinct Maxwell Thomas accent pieces to inspire resident interaction in gathering areas, and make a positive first impression on potential residents and their families in hallways and lobby areas with fashionable signage, handrails and artwork.
Direct Supply® Maxwell Thomas® Common Room Furnishings Create cozy spaces in all of your common areas with comfortable seating Give your residents what they need to kick back and relax. Maxwell Thomas recliners and lounge chairs are designed to look residential, but constructed to stand up to the demands of your community. They feature varied options such as three-position reclining function, fully-attached back pillows, and a variety of designs and fabric choices to fit perfectly in any setting. Proper lighting illuminates resident rooms for your residents’ aging eyes Lighting is important in Senior Living communities, since the elderly can have a difficult time seeing in low-light environments. Maxwell Thomas overbed lights, sconces and vanity lights provide additional lighting in your resident rooms to help your residents eat and read in bed. Our stylish overbed light options also include nightlights to help residents find their way in the dark. Our attractive dining sets give you the choice of traditional or contemporary styles that will look impressive in any home.
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Art Deco Waterfall Style Vanity Bassett Blonde 4 Drawer Chest of Drawers Black and Gold Lighted Curio Cabinet Black Leather Armless Chair Black Metal and Glass Bakers Rack Blonde 4 DRAwer Chest of Drawers Blue and White Vintage Desk Blue Upholstered Arm Chair Brown Leather Storage Ottoman Broyhill Cream Upholstered Loveseat Broyhill Lowboy with Mirror Broyhill Pine China Cabinet Burgundy Leather Swivel Rocker Recliner Cream Color Sleeper Sofa Drexel Gold Velvet Settee Ethan Allen Coffee Table with Smoke Glass Top Fairmont Designs 2 Drawer Cabinet Fairmont Designs Black Trim Coffee Table Glass Top Gold Arrow Coffee Table Glass Top Pub Table and 4 Chairs Gold Ball in Claw Settee Green Upholstered Cane Back Chairs Heywood Wakefield Coffee Table Heywood Wakefield End Table Klode Orange Sateen Stripe Sofa Large Dark Oak Rocker Large Maple End Table Lavender Painted China Cabinet
Maple Waterfall Style Vanity and Mirror Mauve and Purple Floral Daybed MCM 4 Drawer Chest of Drawers Metal 3 Drawer Desk Midcentury Bookcase with Doors Miller 2 Drawer Filing Cabinet Natural Wood Tv Cabinet NEW Silver Matte Dinette Set Orange and Gold Ceramic Lamp Pair of Barstools with Brown Upholstered Seats Pembrook Floral Chaise Lounge Pink Floral Hurricane Lamp Rattan Loveseat with Floral Cushions Red Chair with Ottoman Red Teacup Chairs, 2 Available Set of 4 Natural Wood Red Upholstered Barstools Set of 4 Oak Chairs Set of 4 Purple Barstools Set of 6 Dining Chairs Silver and Glass Swing Arm End Table Small 3 Shelf Bookcase Solid Oak Sofa Table Solid Wood 3 Drawer, 2 Door Buffet Solid Wood Coffee Table Solid Wood Kitchen Storage Steel Gray Coffee Table Tempered Glass and Metal Desks Thomasville 4 Drawer Chest of Drawers TV Stand with Storage