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Date Established 12/2024
Founder Aaron Hansen
Industries
Arts and Crafts
E-commerce & Retail
Fashion
Entrepreneurship
Lifestyle
Website http://www.minimcm.com
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About

miniMCM is revolutionizing the collectible design space by reimagining Mid-Century Modern icons at 1/6th scale. Founded with a vision to make iconic design more accessible, the brand creates meticulously crafted miniatures that capture the essence and elegance of Mid-Century Modern furniture. Each piece represents a perfect intersection of art, craftsmanship, and collectibility, bringing museum-quality design to collectors, enthusiasts, and design professionals in an innovative format.


At the heart of miniMCM's mission is the celebration of creative collaboration, with a robust artist and brand partnership program that pushes the boundaries of traditional design interpretation. The brand's commitment to sustainability is reflected in their eco-friendly packaging design, featuring all-paper construction and premium soft-touch lamination. Through limited editions, exclusive colorways, and numbered authenticity, miniMCM is creating a new category in collectible design that honors the past while embracing contemporary creativity.

Founding Story

miniMCM's journey began with a serendipitous discovery in Palm Springs, where founder Aaron Hansen encountered a handmade miniature shell chair during an Airbnb stay. As a lifelong design and art enthusiast, Hansen was captivated by the piece, eventually purchasing it from the owner for $20 and displaying it on his desk. His search for similar pieces revealed a gap in the market – existing options were either prohibitively expensive with long wait times or poorly made dollhouse furniture that failed to capture the essence of the original designs.

This realization sparked a two-year development journey to create the perfect 1/6th scale replica of the iconic shell chair. Through countless iterations of CAD designs, 3D samples, and collaborations with multiple factories, Hansen refined every detail until achieving the exacting standards required for Edition One. Today, each miniMCM piece represents this commitment to quality, featuring premium materials, hand assembly, eco-friendly packaging, and NFC authentication. The brand has created an entirely new category of collectible design, making iconic pieces accessible to art collectors, Mid-Century Modern enthusiasts, and a new generation of design-conscious collectors while maintaining limited production runs to ensure exclusivity and quality.

Products

Black MicroShell Chair™
Black MicroShell Chair™ $95.00
Ultramarine Blue MicroShell Chair™
Ultramarine Blue MicroShell Chair™ $95.00
White MicroShell Chair™
White MicroShell Chair™ $95.00
Red Orange MicroShell Chair™
Red Orange MicroShell Chair™ $95.00
Metallic Blue MicroShell Chair™
Metallic Blue MicroShell Chair™ $95.00
Metallic Slate MicroShell Chair™
Metallic Slate MicroShell Chair™ $95.00
Metallic Green MicroShell Chair™
Metallic Green MicroShell Chair™ $95.00
Clear Seafoam MicroShell Chair™
Clear Seafoam MicroShell Chair™ $95.00
Clear Magenta MicroShell Chair™
Clear Magenta MicroShell Chair™ $95.00
Clear Yellow MicroShell Chair™
Clear Yellow MicroShell Chair™ $95.00

Team Bios

Aaron Hansen is the founder of miniMCM, a groundbreaking collectibles brand that reimagines Mid-Century Modern design at 1/6th scale. With over 18 years of experience bridging art, design, and cultural movements, Aaron brings a comprehensive vision to miniMCM’s mission—making iconic design accessible to collectors worldwide.


At miniMCM, Aaron oversees every aspect of the brand, from creative direction and product development to manufacturing partnerships and business strategy. His holistic approach blends meticulous design detail with innovative production solutions, ensuring each collectible maintains the integrity of iconic Mid-Century Modern pieces. His expertise in brand storytelling, cultural partnerships, and hands-on production has positioned miniMCM at the intersection of collectible design and contemporary culture.


Before launching miniMCM, Aaron built his reputation crafting strategic partnerships and creative campaigns for global brands across fashion, sports, and entertainment. Based in Los Angeles, his work with renowned artists, photographers, and cultural innovators has consistently pushed creative boundaries while staying rooted in brand heritage.

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