Rattan – a Natural Design Material
2022-04-22
Rattan, native to southern Asia, Malaysia, and China, is used for caning and weaving wicker furniture. Its strength and versatility make it popular worldwide.Read More →
Armchair (1949) Designed by Hans J. Wegner
2021-07-29
He simplified the chair’s structure so that the sculpted backrest and arms form one continuous element. The turned legs rigidly support the deep seat rail and top piece without the need for stretchers, combining an expressive form that draws on Chinese precedents with natural materials and a rationally conceived design destined for the most exacting factory manufacture.Read More →
The Genesis of Swedish Modernism – Respect for Design
2021-03-25
Swedish Modernism, a 20th-century design movement, embodies simplicity, natural materials, and accessibility. Its democratic ethos and international influence continue to shape contemporary design.Read More →