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At Michael Graves Design, we believe that mobility aids should not only be functional but also enhance your lifestyle with elegance and ease. Our carefully crafted mobility products combine innovative design with high-quality materials, ensuring that each piece is not just a tool, but a part of your life that...

The Debut Collection Launching July 2024 Focuses on Functional, Accessible, and Beautiful Home Furniture April 12, 2024 – SAN FRANCISCO -- Pottery Barn, a portfolio brand of Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM), the world’s largest digital-first, design-led and sustainable home retailer, announced today the upcoming launch of an accessible home furnishings...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Canes:
How do I choose the right cane for my needs?
Choosing the right cane depends on factors such as your mobility requirements, personal preferences, and any specific features you may need...

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Michael Graves Design has partnered with the lifestyle brand YAAZ to create a collection of outdoor furniture for the hospitality and luxury residential furniture markets. The initial collection consists of a stacking chair, a folding chair, and a folding table. YAAZ, an outdoor living brand based in Adana, Turkey, with...

We welcome Megan to our Q&A Blog with Michael Graves Design. We first got acquainted with Megan when we came across an unboxing video on her IG story of our peppercorn black Quick Fold Cane! Megan is spotlighted for our Monthly Delight Feature, read on to find out more about her story.

      When it comes to cheese, there’s no doubt that it’s a favorite ingredient in many households. From pizzas to sandwiches, to pasta dishes, cheese adds a rich and creamy flavor to almost any recipe. That being said, the question of whether to buy shredded or blocks of...

Today we welcome Josh to our Q&A Blog with Michael Graves Design. We first got acquainted with Josh when we came across an Instagram video of Josh finding and refurbishing our Whistling Bird Teakettle! We knew immediately Josh would be perfect for our Monthly Delight Feature. Tell us about yourself,...

When it comes to designing, few brands can match the creativity and passion of Michael Graves Design. With a mission to bring Delight For All, our brand has a unique approach to consumer products that covers everything from mobility aids that don't look like mobility aids to kitchen gadgets that...

The Michael Graves Design C-Grip Cane vs. a Hook Cane. What’s the difference? The idea behind a standard hook cane is that it can hook on your arm or surfaces for easy access in a safe and secure position. We took this concept and made some improvements to better deliver on the idea.

We are pleased to announce that our Michael Graves Design X CVS Health Home Healthcare Collection has been selected in the Art and Design category as part of Fast Company's 2023 World Changing Ideas Awards! Here are our thoughts on what it means to have a World Changing Idea.

We are pleased to announce that our Michael Graves Design X CVS Health Home Healthcare Collection has been selected in the Art and Design category as part of Fast Company’s 2023 World Changing Ideas Awards!

Here's why you should use a pepper grinder in the kitchen.

It is the start of a new year and you know what that means—it’s time for those New Year’s resolutions! This year, why not put your health at the top of your list?

What Is Furniture Surfing? Furniture Surfing is the term used to describe moving around the house from furniture to furniture. Meaning using the furniture for added support and stability. So why is it dangerous? Read to find out!

The New Smaller Kettle The Whistling Bird Teakettle by Michael Graves Design is presented in a new, smaller size and in two new colors, taken directly from the brand palette.

Walking canes are precious mobility devices to those who need them because they offer exceptional support and stability. But when it comes to choosing the right cane, the most important thing you want is for your cane to be safe and durable.  If you’ve ever gone cane shopping, then you...

When dishwashers were introduced to the home appliance market, homeowners reveled in their ability to clean dishes automatically. Gone were the days of laboring over a sink filled with dirty dishes, cleaning them, and placing them in a dish rack to dry.  Over the years, dishwashers have become increasingly affordable...

Whether you’re an avid baker or you prefer to buy your baked goods at the local market, having certain types of essential bakeware in your kitchen is important if you want to be able to enjoy your kitchen to the fullest.  But why would a non-baker still want bakeware in...

Whether you are moving into your first apartment or planning on organizing your cluttered kitchen, there is one thing that can help you get the most use out of your kitchen space – knowing which essential kitchen tools you really need the most. In this post, we will look at...

A poorly organized refrigerator is one of the biggest money wasters in the home because all too often, food gets lost and expires or rots before it has a chance to be cooked or eaten. Making the most out of your refrigerator space helps ensure that your food stays fresher...

If you are in the process of organizing your kitchen, you may ask yourself – what kitchen knives do I need? Odds are, you may have more knives than you really need, or worse, the wrong knives. To satisfy just about every type of food prep need in the kitchen,...

If there is any room in the house that needs to be well-organized, it’s the kitchen. From preparing nightly meals for your family to entertaining guests on the weekend and holidays, the kitchen is the hub of activity. It needs to be clean and tidy, and its space maximized. If...

Canes are valuable assistive devices for a wide range of people, including those with walking abnormalities, those who have a high risk of falling, and those who have issues with balance, pain, or weakness, especially to the hips, knees, or feet. Canes are also used to help patients maneuver with...

Whether you enjoy having a few drinks after a long day at work or you love playing host to friends, family, and neighbors, creating a home bar can be a welcome addition to your home, and it can even save you money. After all, a night out on the town...

Being in the kitchen, cooking food for your family should be an enjoyable experience. But if there’s one thing that can cause instant frustration, it’s disorganization. And one of the areas that can quickly become a disorganized mess is the silverware drawer.  Learning how to organize your silverware drawer doesn’t...

If you are enveloped by an avalanche of plastic Chinese takeout containers, Tupperware containers, and a variety of other containers and lids every time you open your cabinet, you might think to yourself – how many food storage containers do I need? The truth is, most people just have a...

For most American households, the dishwasher is a marvelous time saver. But it’s a large appliance that is designed for just one purpose – cleaning dirty dishes. Of course, this hasn’t stopped many from finding other uses for their dishwasher. In fact, it’s not uncommon for some people to store...

A clean and organized kitchen is not only a joy to work in, but it is also a safer and more sanitary place to prepare food for the family. And no part of the kitchen needs more tender loving care than the sink area because the sink is the one...

For most households, the humble paper towel is the first thing people reach for when spills need to be wiped up, when washed hands need to be dried, when countertops need wiped down, and for when prepped food dishes need to be covered. The truth is a roll of paper...

Cookie sheet pans are essential kitchen tools that can provide a world of flexibility for the home cook. The thin, wide design of these pans make them ideal for a variety of uses, from baking cookies and pizza to roasting vegetables and meat. They can even be placed under other...

In certain situations, a walking cane can be the perfect solution for someone who needs help with their balance or with their general walking capabilities. If you are trying to decide if you or someone you know needs a walking cane, then ask yourself this question:  Would the additional support...

As people get older, the likelihood of needing a mobility device like a cane or a walker will increase. In fact, today roughly one in four adults, aged 65 or over, uses one of these devices to help improve mobility.  But there is a big difference between using a cane...

A walking cane provides a source of support while walking or standing, making it an important medical device that can help improve one’s balance and reduce their risks of falls and injury. But with so many canes available to pick from, it can be easy to choose the wrong cane...

Spotlight on Marissa Perez

Rob Van Varick, Chief Design Officer of Michael Graves Design has been named to Fast Company’s list of “Most Creative People In Business” for 2022. With MGD since 2003, this recognition is tied to the tireless work Rob and the entire team at Michael Graves have done for the past...

If you’re of a certain age, you might remember a “bread box” that your mom or grandmom kept on the counter to store their bread in. Bread boxes have since become more commonly featured on period television programs than found in modern kitchens, but believe it or not, they are...

For most people, when a new product appears on the market, they either like it or they don’t, and that’s the extent of the attention they pay. However, for some other people who love product design and development, the process of going from initial insight to concept to finished product...

  What: Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum selected several Michael Graves Design products for its “Access+Ability” exhibition. Installed in the museum’s first floor Process Galleries, predecessors to the canes now available for purchase on MichaelGravesDesign.com were on display, along with our Prime TC Transport Wheelchair and bath safety products designed...

Michael Graves Design is pleased to announce the launch of a new collection of kitchenware products for the Michael Graves Design consumer brand. The initial assortment, which totals about 100 items, includes kitchen gadgets, kitchen organization, food storage, pantryware, bakeware, barware and waste bins.        We’re focused on...

Few are credited with spearheading a single design movement; Michael Graves, well known throughout the world for design excellence, led three. In the 1980s, Michael redirected the architectural conversation away from abstract modernism toward a more humanistic approach to architecture and urban planning, that among other things, brought color and...

Experience enhanced balance and stability with the C-Grip Cane by Michael Graves Design.

The C-Grip Cane is designed for ease of use. Its lightweight construction and intuitive grip make it effortless to maneuver.

Elevate your walking aid with the stylish C-Grip Cane by Michael Graves Design.