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Literary Chair

Grasset François Chair Furniture

Literary

Literary is a stackable chair inspired by the world of literature. The backrest and the seat take on the curves of the open pages of a book. The chair is made in a minimalist manner so that the resemblance to a book stays clear while the seating function is kept. The curved parts are formed from pressed moulded polycarbonate and are attached to a 22 mm tubular steel base. The entire structure is lacquered. The chair measures 420 mm in width, 440 mm in depth and 840 mm in height. Several chairs can be stacked for storage.

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Vani Chair

Alexandre Kasper Chair Furniture

Vani

The Vani Chair was designed based on Scandinavian joinery techniques, with an internal cushion that projects the lumbar correctly, works in dining room environments and as armchairs for small environments, adjusting according to the user's need. the idea of a product that optimizes the space combined with the techniques of the Brazilian and Scandinavian carpentry, hiding the whole part of the tapestry, benefiting from the technological power, it explores complex machining so that the linearity is perfectly found in the product.

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Oscarina Chair

Linda Martins Chair Furniture

Oscarina

Oscarina is a handmade chair inspired by Brazilian modernist furniture of the 1950s. The design uses only two materials, wood and woven cane, both closely linked to Brazilian craft tradition. Straight lines are combined with hand-turned forms shaped on a lathe. Each part is cut, sanded, turned and glued, then varnished, and the cane is fixed into channels cut in the wood. The name refers to the Cathedral of Brasilia by Oscar Niemeyer, which inspired the lines. The chair measures 525 by 497 by 858 millimeters and suits many interiors.

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Symphony Chair

JASON MIZRAHI Chair Furniture

Symphony

The linear and curved forms of the Symphony chair animate the design. The curves are defined by the undulating frame and continue to the base where it eventually folds at an angle to bring the movement to rest. The base positions the piece firmly in place to pay respect to its function. The padded seat on the chair can be upholstered in fabric or leather.

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Wink Chair

Frans Schrofer Chair Furniture

Wink

The Wink Collection is a range of seating that includes dining chairs, lounge chairs and bar chairs. Each piece has a convex elliptical backrest shaped like an eye, supported by slender solid wooden legs. The forms are produced with CNC technology combined with traditional woodworking skills. Anodized cast metal parts join the backrest to the frame, adding strength while keeping the structure light and open. The backrest is offered in solid wood or upholstered with foam backing, and sustainably sourced woods are available. The curved back shape supports long periods of seated conversation.

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Rollerback Rocker Chair

Timothy Hardman Chair Furniture

Rollerback Rocker

Rollerback Rocker is a rocking chair made for adjustable, active seating. The welded metal frame holds hand-cut walnut accents that slot into the structure and are fixed with set screws. The cylindrical leather cushions spin on mounting rods, so a seated user can roll them and change the back support at any moment. The chair also rocks forwards and backwards, adding a second form of movement. The walnut inserts soften the angles of the metal frame. The chair measures 570 mm by 570 mm by 920 mm.

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Archie Chair

Ahmad Mirjani Chair Furniture

Archie

Archie is a wire chair inspired by Islamic architecture. The form revives arches and the geometry of Girih tiles, adapted to modern life. The seat components are made of welded steel wire. The wires are cut to predetermined sizes and bent without heating, and some parts must be bent by hand. A chrome or nylon coating makes the chair resistant to moisture and rust, so the chair can also be used outdoors. The negative space between the lines gives a sense of lightness. The patterns can be varied, which allows mass customization. The chair measures 520 mm by 470 mm by 800 mm.

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The Ariel Chair

QOR360 Chair Furniture

The Ariel

The Ariel is an office chair designed for active sitting. The seat rocks in all directions on a patented geometric solid, so movement is possible without any moving parts. Rubber mounts join the seat to the rocker and limit the rocking range. A gas cylinder provides height adjustment and rotation on an aluminum base. The rocker is injection molded polycarbonate and the seat is upholstered in hand stitched leather. The chair weighs 8.16 kg and a handle is built into the back for carrying. The aim is to engage the core, improve posture and reduce back pain.

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H Chair

Xiaoyan Wei Chair Furniture

H

The “H Chair” is a selected piece of the "interval" series by Xiaoyan Wei. Her inspiration came from free-flowing curves and forms in space. It changes the relationship of furniture and space by offering a variety of potentials to improve the user experience. The result was delicately made to balance between the comfort and the idea of breath. The use of the brass rods was not only for stabilization but also to deliver visual diversity to the design; it highlights the negative space made by two flowing curves with different linearity for the space to breath.

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Soul Chair

Wen Jenq Cherng Chair Furniture

Soul

Chair of Soul is a chair designed to support the body in a relaxed upright posture. The height of the seat, the backrest at the waist and the armrests carry the weight of the upper body. The slightly curved backrest follows the shape of the body and eases tension in the shoulders, neck, waist and limbs. Traditional Ming Dynasty furniture provides the blueprint for the simple proportions. Ebony from Sulawesi forms the main structure, paired with copper tube legs and a purple Nappa leather seat. Mortise and tenon joints connect the parts, and an arc structure links the legs to the seat.

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Pure Chair

Xin Chen Chair Furniture

Pure

Pure is a wooden chair inspired by the Ming style ring chair. The form follows the gentle curve of the traditional chair ring and goose neck, and the lines are concise and clear. The curved seat is shaped for comfort and support. The frame is joined with a traditional tenon and mortise structure, which is stable, solid, easy to process and suitable for mass production. Beech and North American walnut are used. The chair measures 597 by 484 by 760 millimetres and weighs 4.8 kilograms. The design removes extra lines to return to a simple and natural state.

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Pad Chair

Bruce Tao Chair Furniture

Pad

Pad is a folding chair designed to save space. The chair folds into a flat panel that measures 41 cm in length, 4 cm in width and 86 cm in height. Several folded panels can be stacked and stored together. To open the chair, the bottom beam is pulled down so the seat and the legs come out. The seat is then folded up by 90 degrees, and the legs are folded down by 90 degrees. Pad is made of teak, a wood that is stable, wear resistant and protected against decay and insects. The flat form suits homes and public places.

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