She continues, "What really distinguishes Shaker design is something that transcends utility, simplicity and perfection - a subtle beauty that relies almost wholly on proportion.

And, like jazz, Shaker design is not likely to go out of style.

Influenced by Shaker design, it is more streamlined and graceful than the classic English club chair.

"My work in general takes its inspiration from different sources, from minimalism to Shaker design."

Shaker designs were inspired by the ascetic religious beliefs of the Society.

The underlying principles of Shaker design have given inspiration to some of the finest designers of modern furniture.

There is no superfluous decoration in Shaker design, yet there is a powerful beauty in its functional simplicity.

She enthusiastically pointed out the samples of bedposts and a new grandfather clock ($3,750), copied from a Shaker design.

Among the references were 19th-century garden pieces, American Shaker designs, 18th-century French furniture and styles recalling the 50's and 60's.

It has been suggested that the eye was inspired by an article in Alexey Brodovitch's Portfolio about the subject of Shaker design.