The Checker Pillow is made with a cotton-blend fabric originally designed by Alexander Girard in 1965. Trained as an architect, Girard was proficient in nearly all design disciplines, and had a profound impact on 20th-century visual culture. During his 21 years as the director of design for the Herman Miller textile division, Girard designed more than 300 textiles. This pillow is produced by renowned textile maker Maharam.