An interesting novelty of Salone del Mobile (April 17-22) - chair N01. Japanese studio Nendo and Danish furniture design flagship Fritz Hansen found that they speak the same language.
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The N01 chair created by Nendo for Fritz Hansen is a subtle combination of Japanese and Danish code of good design. The novelty has a strong body and elegant appearance. The gently curved seat and back panel are made of nine layers of veneer, and the frame is made of solid wood.
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It is noteworthy that the Danish brand, which is famous for its experience in the production of plywood (just name such famous Fritz Hansen best-selling chairs like Ant and Series7 by the design of Arne Jacobsen) releases the N01 from an array. This is the first solid wood chair from Fritz Hansen since 1957.
“A wooden chair is not a simple product for a designer,” says Okie Sato (Nendo). - One of the most difficult. It expresses the individual mentality or philosophy. Our goal was to design a modern chair, but to preserve the traditional and historical feel of the brand. ”
Uncompromising Okie Sato refined the prototype at every stage, before reaching the perfect balance of power and comfort.