William Pahlmann papers

About this collection

    William Pahlmann (1900-1987) was one of the leading American interior designers of the mid-twentieth century. Pahlmann was known for an "eclectic" style that combined materials and decorative elements from many time periods and cultures, everything from antiques to modern laminates, and for bold color and texture combinations. Pahlmann also played a major role in organizing and elevating the status of interior design as a profession.
    The William Pahlmann papers (Accession 2388) collection are perhaps the most comprehensive archive of an interior design practice of their period. While there are many materials from Pahlmann's earlier years and personal activities, the bulk of the records are from the office of William Pahlmann Associates during 1946-1976, the three decades of its existence.
    This collection has not been digitized in its entirety. The materials selected here are primarily a selection of interior design drawings and photographs.
    Image: Design for Columbus Hotel in Miami. Click here to view in the collection.

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