1990
In response to the renewed interest in modernism, Jerome produces select Jenev ceramic pieces in porcelain using the original molds.
1990
Jerome, semiretired, hand throws one-of-a-kind ceramic pieces that are sold in galleries and shown in numerous southern California exhibitions.
1980
Evelyn spends a year and a half creating a 40-piece series of cloisonné enamels, Stories from the Bible. The series is now in the permanent collection of the Renwick Gallery, National Museum of American Art, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C.
1980
Evelyn and Jerome slow the pace of manufacturing. Evelyn stops designing new products for ERA and Forms+Surfaces. They move from the showroom in the Pacific Design Center into a converted warehouse. Jerome continues to sell ERA products as well as represent several quality lines.
1979
After many successful years on Beverly Boulevard, the Ackermans, in association with Forms+Surfaces, move the ERA showroom to the Pacific Design Center, across the street from the location of their second Los Angeles showroom in the 50s. They are on the “contract” floor with Herman Miller, Knoll, and other important showrooms.
1979
Evelyn designs four pairs of carved oak doors for the sanctuary at Congregation Ahavas Israel, Grand Rapids, Michigan, in memory of her twin sister, Roslyn.
California Design 76
California Design 76
Pacific Design Center, 1976
1976
The Ackermans’ work is included in the final show, California Design 76, presented at the Pacific Design Center.
1975
Evelyn, a nationally recognized expert on antique toys, coauthors Schoenhut’s Humpty Dumpty Circus from A to Z.
1973
Jerome designs a gourmet line of knife holders, spice racks, and other kitchen accessories using designs from this group.