Muriel Evelyn Coleman (1917–2003) was a pioneering American designer known for her innovative contributions to mid-century modern design. A key member of the Pacific Design Group in California, Coleman developed a distinctive aesthetic shaped by the material scarcity of the post-World War II era. In response to limited resources, she created elegant, minimalist furniture using industrial materials such as rebar, metal rods, and steel strips—transforming utilitarian elements into refined, functional forms.Her work reflects a deep understanding of structure, simplicity, and spatial harmony, often blurring the lines between sculpture and utility. Coleman's designs helped define a new era of modernism rooted in resourcefulness and ingenuity. In recognition of her contributions, her work was featured in the California’s Designing Women, 1896–1986 exhibition at the Autry National Center, highlighting her as one of the influential female voices in American design history.