George Nelson was one of the pioneers of modernism, creating a range of products that offered the perfect blend of form and function. During the 1930s and 1940s, Nelson worked at various design-related publications. In 1945, he became head designer for Herman Miller, during which time he created such mainstays of design as the Nelson Bench and Marshmallow Sofa.

Versatile and functional, the Nelson Bench can either be used as seating or as a cocktail table when two pieces are placed side by side.