Atlas of Furniture Design

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The 'Atlas of Furniture Design' is a comprehensive reference work on the history of modern furniture design. The book covers a range of subjects spanning a period from early industrialisation to the digital age. <br/><br/>Exceeding 1000 pages in length, the 'Atlas' is the product of over 20 years of research, documenting 1740 objects by more than 540 designers and featuring over 2800 illustrations. Key designs are analysed in some 550 texts, while in-depth essays on four historical epochs describe the sociocultural and design-historical context of the objects. In addition, the book includes an annex with designer biographies, information graphics, bibliographies and glossaries of manufacturers and materials.<br/><br/>The 'Atlas of Furniture Design' is an informational resource for collectors, scholars and experts as well as a meticulously crafted book for design enthusiasts.<br/>
Compas Direction

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The slender, elegantly splayed legs of Compas Direction, designed by Jean Prouvé in 1953, call to mind the hinged arms of a compass – 'le compas' in French. With its compact dimensions, the desk is ideal for the contemporary home office.
Lampe de Bureau

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Jean Prouvé designed the Lampe de Bureau (1930), a small table lamp made of sheet steel, for the halls of residence at the Cité Universitaire in Nancy.
Vases Découpage, Boucle

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The hand-dipped Vases Découpage (2020) by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec are whimsical, poetic compositions of cylinders, slabs and bars fashioned from clay.
Soft Seats type A

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Available in three shapes, the Soft Seats by Vitra are made of a recyclable thermopressed fleece and provide soft comfort on unupholstered chairs - including outdoors with the Soft Seats Outdoor version.
Panton Chair

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Conceived by Verner Panton in 1959, the Panton chair was developed for serial production in collaboration with Vitra (1967). Today, the all-plastic chair is an icon of twentieth-century design. It has received numerous international design awards and is present in the collections of many prominent museums. It is available in a choice of bold and subdued colours.
Elephant Pad

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Designer Hella Jongerius drew her inspiration for the Elephant Pad from the Eames Elephant by Charles and Ray Eames. The charming mouse pad is made from high-quality leather: to make sustainable use of leather left over from the production of upholstered furniture, Vitra uses it to craft small objects – such as the Elephant Pads. These are available in the six colours of leather most frequently used in production and have a soft and pleasant feel.
Plywood Mobile, Model A

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The Plywood Mobiles, whose shapes are strongly reminiscent of Ray's artwork and graphics, were hung from the ceiling of the Eameses' apartment in Los Angeles.
HAL Soft Tube

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The comfortable padded upholstery of HAL Soft lends a softer look to the characteristic HAL shell. The cover comes in a selection of fabrics, including Laser RE which is made from recycled material. Available in a chrome-plated or powder-coated finish, the tubular steel base gives HAL Soft Tube a light graceful appearance. The fabric cover can be removed and changed as needed.
Fauteuil Kangourou

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Vitra has reissued the Fauteuil Kangourou in collaboration with Catherine Prouvé, the daughter of Jean Prouvé. The lounge chair pairs a natural oak base structure with metal legs in the striking hue Prouvé Bleu Marcoule; the cushions are covered in a colour-coordinated, softly woven bouclé fabric.<br/><br/>Fauteuil Kangourou is limited to 150 pieces in this version and is only available directly from Vitra.
Terracotta Pot, medium

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The column-like forms of the different sized Terracotta Pots serve as pedestals for the plants they hold, elevating them and giving them more presence in the room.
Chaise Tout Bois

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Chaise Tout Bois is the only chair by the French 'constructeur' and designer Jean Prouvé that is made entirely out of wood. The design is very similar to Prouvé's famous Standard chair, but wood was substituted for the metal base due to the scarcity of metal during the Second World War. The form of the Chaise Tout Bois articulates Prouvé's intention to provide added strength at the transition point between the seat and backrest, where the load weight of the human anatomy is greatest. The profile of the rear frame section – back legs and backrest support – makes reference to this load transfer and is a typical characteristic of Prouvé's designs for both furniture and architecture.<br/><br/>Prouvé created several prototypes of this chair during the war for the purpose of testing its structural strength as well as the joints, leg position and connection between the seat and back. The chosen type of wood depended on what was available at the time. After the war, there was once again a sufficient supply of oak, which due to its hardness and strength was commonly used in France to construct ships and cathedral roofs. As these properties are also ideal for an all-wood chair, the Chaise Tout Bois was ultimately made out of oak and plywood – also offered in dark-stained versions when requested by Jean Prouvé's customers.<br/><br/>In 1947, Prouvé won an award for the Chaise Tout Bois in the 'Meubles de France' competition. The concept of the competition was to find attractive, high-quality, mass-produced furnishings to meet the post-war needs of society – particularly refugees and young married couples. Later the Chaise Tout Bois was replaced by a knock-down version in metal and wood, which was then supplanted by Model No. 305, likewise combining a metal base with a wooden seat and backrest – known today as the Standard chair.<br/><br/>Chaise Tout Bois by Vitra corresponds to one of Jean Prouvé's design variants from 1941, whose construction does not require a single screw. The height and seat geometry are the same as those of the Standard chair and thus meet current norms and requirements. The warm look and feel of wood contrasts appealingly with the practical structural design, which is typical of Prouvé's functional approach. Chaise Tout Bois is available in light oak or dark-stained oak.
Wooden Doll No. 22

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Alexander Girard originally created the Wooden Dolls (1952), a whimsical assortment of figures both joyful and grim, for his own home. Today they add a charming touch to any interior.
Locker Box, small

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Lightweight and easy to handle, the small Locker Box supports agile work routines in the office and when working from home. Thanks to this practical portable caddy, work utensils such as laptop, keyboard, papers, pens, cables, hard drives, headphones etc. are always at hand and can be simply stored away at the end of the day.<br/><br/>In addition to the small Locker Box, which is especially compact, two larger versions are also available – Locker Box and Drop Box. All three models come in a variety of colours.
Soft Wait

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The sofa-style waiting area system Soft Wait combines casual comfort and ergonomic seating, while also being suited to heavy use and the exacting demands of public spaces.
Tip Ton Limited Print

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For the Tip Ton Limited Print, designers Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby have superimposed one of their early sketches in different colour layers in order to convey the movement of the chair in the illustration. The limited print is restricted to 50 numbered copies signed by Barber and Osgerby. The motif is additionally available as a standard poster.
Grand Relax & Ottoman

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Grand Relax is a luxurious reclining lounge chair combining outstanding comfort with compact dimensions and a classic understated aesthetic. When sitting down, the user sinks into the soft cushions, and the chair reclines thanks to an integrated and adjustable synchronised mechanism concealed within the seat. The backrest can be locked in any position. The outer backrest is covered with embossed split leather, forming a type of shield that enfolds the user, while defining the contours of the lounge chair. Grand Relax appears both compact and inviting.
Eames Plastic Armchair DAW

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Today the Plastic Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames seem like archetypes of the genre of chairs whose shell can be combined with diverse bases. The combination of the wooden base with the plastic shell of the DAW (Dining Height Armchair Wood Base) produces a rich contrast of materials. The seat shells are also available with a seat cushion or full upholstery.
HAL RE Wood

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RE designates the HAL model with a seat shell made of recycled plastic. Utilising this recycled material from household waste instead of conventional plastic generates less climate-damaging emissions, with a reduction in energy consumption. Due to the composition of the recycled material, the different colours are interspersed with tiny specks of pigment, giving the seat shells a certain natural appearance and a warm inviting appeal – especially when combined with the characteristic wooden legs in the version HAL RE Wood.
Standard

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The Standard chair by Jean Prouvé has evolved into one of the most famous classics of the French 'constructeur'. The seat and backrest of this understated, iconic chair are available in various types of wood, and the metal frame comes in different colours.
Fauteuil de Salon

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Developed by Jean Prouvé, the Fauteuil de Salon is a typical example of the distinctive structural aesthetic of his designs. The armchair's understated character suits a wide variety of interiors, and its ample upholstery and oiled, solid wood armrests emanate inviting comfort.
Petite Potence

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Jean Prouvé created the first version of the Potence wall lamp for his own home in Nancy: a simple light bulb affixed to a long, pivoting steel bar, which is held by a steel wire. This functionalist, puristic design was soon produced in various sizes, with an added handle on larger models to facilitate the swivel movement. <br/><br/>Petite Potence has similar proportions to the larger model Potence, while its compact dimensions are ideally suited to smaller interiors. The swing arm is 103 cm long, with a powder-coated finish in colours derived from the originial hues used by Prouvé. The cable is sheathed in a high-quality textile casing, and the LED bulb is dimmable. Thanks to its reductive aesthetic, Petite Potence is an ideal lighting choice for a wide variety of settings, from dining and living rooms to offices or cafés.
Aluminium Chairs EA 101/103/104 – Dine

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The Aluminium Chairs EA 101, EA 103 and EA 104 by Charles and Ray Eames are ideal for using in combination with tables: in comparison to the other models in the Aluminium Group, they are somewhat lighter, narrower and higher. Thanks to the wide selection of subdued or bright upholstery colours, it is easy to find the perfect chair for any dining room interior. The three models differ in the type of base – fixed or swivel – and whether they come with armrests.
Wire Chair DKR

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Designed by Charles and Ray Eames, the seat shell of the Wire Chair echoes the form of the Eames Plastic Side Chair. Mounted on the legendary 'Eiffel Tower' base, the DKR combines transparency and functionality. The version with a powder-coated finish is also suited for use in the garden or on the terrace. The DKR chair is optionally available with a seat cushion or with a two-piece seat and back cushion covered in fabric or leather.
ACX Soft

vitra > Office Chair
ACX Soft stands out from the other two models in the ACX family – Light and Mesh – in that its backrest has a padded knit cover. This soft comfortable textile made of recycled polyester lends the task chair a particularly inviting appearance. Available in a choice of seven colours, the knitted fabric can be combined with a light or dark chair frame, allowing for a wide variety of configurations. The seat cover can be selected in a complementary knitted fabric or in the textile Plano.<br/>
Eames Elephant (Plywood)

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Charles and Ray Eames developed a toy elephant made of plywood in 1945; however, this piece never went into production. One prototype was shown at the Museum of Modern Art in New York in 1946 and still survives in the Eames family archives today. After issuing a first limited edition in 2007, Vitra commenced serial production of the Eames Elephant in plywood in 2018.<br/><br/>The Eames Elephant in plywood is available in cherry wood or – as a special numbered and labelled series – in grey-stained ash.<br/><br/>The Eames Elephant additionally exists in plastic, ideal for children, as well as in a smaller version also in plastic, Eames Elephant (small), with both available in a variety of colours.<br/><br/>The Eames Elephant in a dark green stained finish is part of the Eames Special Collection 2023 and is only available until the end of January 2024.
Soft Pad Chairs EA 205/207/208 – Conference

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The iconic and yet understated design of Charles and Ray Eames's Soft Pad Chairs EA 205, 207 and 208 makes them an ideal choice for prestigious meeting and conference spaces. Their luxuriant upholstery ensures soft seating comfort. With a choice of fabric or leather covers in a large selection of colours, customers can find the right version for every interior.
Eames Plastic Side Chair LSR

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The compact Plastic Chair LSR was a favourite of Charles and Ray Eames: they used the low chair throughout the Eames House, their legendary home in Pacific Palisades, as needed and especially when engaging in conversation with guests. The Plastic Chair LSR – unlike the Fiberglass Chair LSR – can be utilised both indoors and out.
Eames Plastic Armchair RAR

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The Plastic Chairs number among the most well-known designs by Charles and Ray Eames. One model has always stood out in this large family of chairs: the Rocking Armchair Rod Base (RAR). Despite compact dimensions, it offers pleasant comfort even for taller users, and is also available with a seat cushion or full upholstery. The RAR is a fully-fledged armchair, whose iconic shape and rocker base on wooden runners adds a striking accent to any living room.
Eames & Vitra

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The oeuvre of the American designer couple Charles and Ray Eames encompassing architecture, interior design and exhibitions as well as visual art, toys and film, is of stunning depth and variety. The Eameses are best known for their innovative furniture and accessories, which are still as relevant today as ever. As the only authorised manufacturer of Eames furniture in Europe and the Middle East for more than 60 years, Vitra continues to preserve and promote this unique partnership. <br/><br/>This book describes the special relationship between Vitra and the Eameses and presents designs produced by Vitra from the 1950s until today, shedding light on topics such as authenticity and archival holdings.
Abalon Sofa

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The iconic Abalon Sofa, named after the shell of a sea snail, has an organically curved shape that evokes a circle to which people feel drawn. The comfortably padded seat shell offers a place for quiet seclusion and generously accommodates up to three people. <br/><br/>Abalon features different knitted fabric covers on the front and back. These are available in a diverse selection of hues and, together with the choice of two colours for the base frame, result in a wide range of configuration options. The fabric covers can be fully removed for cleaning or replacement.
Eames House Bird

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Charles and Ray Eames enriched the collage-like interior of their private home, the Eames House, with numerous objects and accessories that they brought back from their travels. For over seventy years, the figure of a wooden bird has stood in the centre of the living room – an artefact that was evidently highly treasured by the couple, since it also appeared frequently as an accessory in photographs taken by Charles and Ray.<br/><br/>In addition to the classic black lacquered version made of solid alder, the Eames House Bird is also available in walnut.<br/><br/>The versions stained in dark green or pale rose are part of the Eames Special Collection 2023 and are only available until the end of January 2024.
Happy Bin RE Small

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The new high-quality recycled material used to make Happy Bin RE stems from Germany's 'Yellow Bag' (Gelber Sack) collection of household waste, from which used plastic packaging is sorted, cleaned, shredded and upcycled back into injection-mouldable polypropylene. Due to its composition, the recycled material is interspersed with tiny specks of pigment. These subtle colour variations perfectly complement the slightly irregular shape of the wastepaper bin: Swiss designer Michel Charlot was inspired by a Hans Arp sculpture when creating Happy Bin RE, which brings an unusual organic design language to the typically austere office.
Soft Pad Chairs EA 217/219 – Work

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The models EA 217 and EA 219 are the office swivel chairs in the Soft Pad Group by Charles and Ray Eames. Their dignified aura makes them especially suited for management areas. The extraordinary comfort of the chairs results from the combined effect of their tilt mechanism, which can be adjusted to the user's weight, and the soft fabric- or leather-covered upholstery. The higher backrest of EA 219 distinguishes it from the Soft Pad Chair EA 217.
Eames Plastic Side Chair DSW

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For the Dining Height Side Chair Wood Base (DSW), Charles and Ray Eames combined the organically shaped seat shell with a four-legged wooden base. This mix of plastic and wood lends the classic design a certain warmth and casual appeal. The seat shells can be fitted with seat cushions or full upholstery in a wide selection of fabric colours, enabling a multitude of individual configurations.
Polder Sofa

vitra > Sofa
The distinctive character of Hella Jongerius's comfortable Polder Sofa derives from the combination of diverse fabrics and colours, an asymmetrical shape and charming details.
HAL Lounge Chair & Ottoman

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The compact HAL Lounge Chair (2021) is Jasper Morrison's reinterpretation of the softly upholstered four-legged armchair with a high backrest.
Happy Bin RE Large

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The new high-quality recycled material used to make Happy Bin RE stems from Germany's 'Yellow Bag' (Gelber Sack) collection of household waste, from which used plastic packaging is sorted, cleaned, shredded and upcycled back into injection-mouldable polypropylene. Due to its composition, the recycled material is interspersed with tiny specks of pigment. These subtle colour variations perfectly complement the slightly irregular shape of the wastepaper bin: Swiss designer Michel Charlot was inspired by a Hans Arp sculpture when creating Happy Bin RE, which brings an unusual organic design language to the typically austere office.
Wire Chair LKR

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Charles and Ray Eames used several variants of the small LKR chair – including the LSR version with a plastic shell – in the Eames House, their legendary home in Pacific Palisades. Like all other Wire Chairs, the LKR is available without upholstery, with a seat cushion or with a two-piece seat and back cushion known as the 'Bikini' pad due to its shape. In the model without upholstery, it is also suited for outdoor use.
Soft Seats Outdoor

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Soft Seats Outdoor are loose seat cushions for outdoor use. They provide pleasant comfort for unupholstered chairs and are available in three shapes to ensure there is a suitable cushion for every chair model. <br/><br/>The quick-drying, antibacterial cover fabric of Soft Seats Outdoor is resistant to light, water and mould and exists in three colours. The padding measures two centimetres in thickness and consists of water-permeable polyurethane foam (Oeko-Tex). The covers have zip fasteners and are easily removable – to be washed at 30 degrees or replaced, if needed.
HAL RE Tube

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The HAL RE Tube chair is designed with a classic, unassuming four-legged base and a flexible shell made of recycled plastic offering excellent comfort. It is perfectly at home in a wide variety of settings – for example the dining room, conference rooms, cafeterias and restaurants. The chrome-plated chair legs are also available in powder-coated versions, ideal for outdoor use.
Eames Fiberglass Side Chair LSR

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The compact LSR chair is a member of the extensive family of Fiberglass Chairs and was a favourite of Charles and Ray Eames: they utilised several throughout their legendary home, the Eames House in Pacific Palisades, particularly as seating options for conversations with guests. Unlike the Plastic Chair LSR, the Fiberglass Chair LSR is only suited for indoor use.
Toolbox RE

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Toolbox RE is a practical organiser for storing and transporting small work utensils and accessories. It is made of recycled plastic from industrial waste – and at the end of its product lifespan, it is also 100% recyclable. Toolbox RE is available in a selection of colours.
Prismatic Table

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Following a purely geometric design, the Prismatic Table takes inspiration from traditional Japanese paper folding techniques. The side table comprises three elements made of folded sheet aluminium with a high-quality powder-coated finish. Joined together they form a three-legged table with a hexagonal top. <br/><br/>Isamu Noguchi originally designed the Prismatic Tables in a combination of different colours, which reveal captivating kaleidoscope-like patterns when the tables are arranged together. Vitra has returned to this original idea and now produces the Prismatic Table in three versions, each featuring three parts in different combinations of muted shades of grey.
Aluminium Chairs EA 117/118/119 – Work

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The swivel-based models EA 117, EA 118 and EA 119 – the task chairs in the Aluminium Group by Charles and Ray Eames – add an iconic presence to prestigious office environments. They are equipped with a tilt mechanism that can be adjusted to the weight of the user, providing for optimum comfort. With a broad selection of upholstery colours, it is easy to find the perfect chair for every office environment. The models EA 117 and EA 118 are distinguishable from EA 119 by their lower backrests. EA 118 also has a somewhat narrower seat, and the sitting position of this model is more specifically suited for table-oriented activities.
ACX Mesh

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ACX Mesh differs from the two other models in the task chair family – ACX Light und Soft – in that its backrest has a knitted fabric cover. This semi-transparent mesh textile is made of recycled polyester and comes in a choice of seven colours – which combined with either a dark or light frame enables numerous variants. The seat cover can be selected in a complementary knitted fabric or in the textile Plano.<br/>
Lounge Chair & Ottoman

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The Lounge Chair, created by Charles and Ray Eames in the 1950s, was designed with the aim of combining an elegant appearance with ultimate comfort. It has been produced by Vitra using virtually the same methods ever since, and is now recognised as a great classic of twentieth-century furniture design. Offered in two sizes and various combinations of leather or fabric upholstery covers, wooden shells and bases, the Lounge Chair is ideally complemented by the matching Ottoman.
Eames Fiberglass Armchair DAW

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For the Dining Height Armchair Wood Base (DAW), Charles and Ray Eames combined the organically shaped shell with a four-legged wooden base. The pairing of plastic and wood gives this classic design a certain warmth and casual appeal – particularly when mixed with the optional seat cushion.
Eames Plastic Side Chair DSR

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The so-called Eiffel Tower base of the DSR chair (Dining Height Side Chair Rod Base), an intricate and graceful construction made of steel wire, combines light, elegant forms with structural strength. The organically shaped plastic seat shell is available in various colours and upholstery options, allowing this distinctive classic by Charles and Ray Eames to be adapted to a wide range of individual needs and preferences.<br/><br/>Using the colour palette developed by Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra has defined four new combinations of hues for the seat shell and Eiffel Tower base of the DSR model: mustard and citron, sea blue and sky blue, forest and dark green, as well as pebble and Eames Sea Foam Green.
MIKADO - Upholstered chair _ Vitra

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The Mikado chair exudes a serene yet commanding presence, combining striking design with exceptional comfort, making it ideal for home dining areas, restaurants, or meeting rooms. Its fully upholstered frame and reclining backrest, supported by a hidden mechanism beneath the seat, ensure a luxurious seating experience. The chair features a flexible backrest made from recycled post-consumer polypropylene, upholstered with polyurethane foam, and an inner seat panel crafted from die-cast aluminum. Available with a wooden base in natural or dark oak or an aluminum base with powder-coated or polished finishes, the Mikado chair is designed for durability and sustainability, with all components recyclable and free from adhesives. The seat height is 505 mm (445 mm under load, per EN 1335-1:2000 standards), and the replaceable fabric or leather covers, featuring two seams along the backrest, require professional installation. The oak used in the chair originates from the Czech Republic. A 3D file of the Mikado chair is available for download, allowing for detailed visualization and planning. Vitra, a Swiss family-owned company founded in 1950 by Willi Fehlbaum, is renowned for its innovative and iconic furniture, lighting, and accessories, blending functionality with timeless aesthetics. Collaborating with legendary designers like Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra creates versatile, durable, and stylish pieces for residential, office, hospitality, and public spaces, available globally through its headquarters in Birsfelden, Switzerland, and international showrooms.