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Tara collection for Flexform (2026)

831: 01.06.2026

The monumental and evocative tables and side tables of the Tara family make an understated statement in any room. The name is inspired by Ireland*s ancient royal capital and home of the High Kings. The cement base possesses the dignified grandeur of a monolith, reinterpreted with modern sensibility and tactility.
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Alwa Square tables for Pulpo (2026)

838: 01.06.2026

Eleven years agow e presented toigetherw ith pulpo the first casted sidetables. We wanted to create glass in a new way, something solid and unique. We are fascinated by casted glass, compared with mouth blown glass elements, which have a specific wall thickness, Alwa tables have a tabletop made of
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Pape chair for Carpanese Home (2026)

834: 01.06.2026

Pape for Carpanese Home is a contemporary interpretation of the lounge chair. Inspired by the simple, intuitive gesture of folding paper, Pape brings together intersecting geometric elements to create an iconic seating piece. Curved lines, a refined selection of materials, precise finishes and carefully considered details make Pape an elegant
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Viretta collection for Janus et Cie (2026)

833: 01.06.2026

The Viretta dining and lounge collection brings a luxurious, contemporary Anglo-European interpretation to the classic exterior living suite. Elegant, graceful curvatures and sophisticated silhouettes of spare, open frames bring a sense of refinement to any outdoor space while Viretta’s seat backs are composed with woven rods in a diamond pattern
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Gaira daybed for Ames Living (2026)

840: 01.06.2026

The Gaira Daybed for Ames Living is part of the new outdoor collection, the piece translates the atmosphere of Colombia’s Caribbean coast into a refined contemporary setting. Named after the coastal village of Gaira, the design reflects the rhythm and openness of daily life in the Colombian Caribbean. Its generous,
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Stock´N´Roll desk for Poltrona Frau (2026)

832: 01.06.2026

The Stock N Roll desk is a new design for the Italian Brand. Based on our side table design from 2024, the table has a column like storage unit, on which the table top is balancing. An internal smart charging solution for devices is one option to individualkize the design.
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Bollaro table for Janus et Cie (2026)

842: 01.06.2026

Presenting profiles in substance and sculpture, Bollaro dining tables were envisioned for JANUS et Cie. Designed as destinations for gathering and conversation, the organically oriented pedestal bases feature graceful recessions, delineating areas of contrasting satin-smooth and troweled-like textures. Bollaro tables are crafted from durable, softly lustrous JANUS stone, a propriety
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Ivy collection for Freifrau (2025)

819: 23.10.2025

With Ivy we present a new seating collection that sets new standards both visually and conceptually.
Designed for Freifrau, Ivy expands the portfolio with a line that, for the first time, features a visibly crafted wooden shell. Its floral design language defines the character of the chair and brings a new
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Inlay collection for Mobimex (2026)

841: 01.06.2026

In-Lay for Zoom by Mobimex accentuates the space and emphasises a sense of cosiness with its elegant design language. The table integrates naturally into any design concept – or comes into its own as a unique piece of furniture. The shapes are soft, organic and rounded. Always with the option
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Frenchman Street chair for Man of Parts (2025)

817: 10.07.2025

Located in the 7th ward, New Orleans, Frenchman street is the heartbeat of New Orlean’s musical spirit. Lined with jazz clubs, brass bands and bohemian charm – it’s at the crossroads of rhythm, reinvention, and resonance. For globetrotting design maestro Sebastian Herkner, the street is the perfect muse. With its
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Via Bernina Table for Man of Parts (2025)

815: 10.07.2025

The Bernina Express, one of Europe’s most scenic train journeys, is a storied Alpine route to St. Moritz - cutting through the Swiss Alps with precision, power, and striking elegance. The table’s architectural base recalls the engineered beauty of alpine viaducts, pairing sculptural form with structural ingenuity. Functional, refined, and
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Fern aluminium for Gloster (2025)

814: 23.04.2025

We add a new aluminium version to the successful Fern collection for Gloster. Inspired by the delicate fronds of a unfurling fern leaf, the Fern collection has a design language that harks back to nature. Combining plantation teak with a soft finish outdoor rope, the enveloping, woven back rest both
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Boheme collection for Janus et Cie (2025)

843: 01.06.2026

The nature-inspired Boheme collection, designed for American brand Janus et Cie, introduces three new pieces to the comprehensive, award-winning collection: a daybed, chaise lounge, and rugs. The new lounge pieces feature the same striking, dual-toned polypropylene straps handwoven around powder coated aluminum frames in three alluring colorways—Alabaster/Brook, Bronze/Mariana, and Talc/Mojave.
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Beletage for Wittmann (2025)

811: 23.04.2025

Beletage is typically Wittmann: harmonious proportions, discreet details, and sophisticated design. Versatility and generous dimensions give the sofas and elements of the series the freedom to make a striking impression within any space. Curved and geometric elements can be combined in countless variations. A seemingly floating metal frame effortlessly supports
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MDear for Dedon (2025)

807: 23.04.2025

MDear for Dedon In an era where indoor and outdoor spaces are increasingly interconnected, Dedon introduces a new category of modular lounging, one that values fluidity, adaptability, and sensory experience. MDear is a collection of five organic shapes that can stand alone or join together for larger seating arrangements. With
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Kwado for Cappellini (2025)

805: 23.04.2025

We strengthen our collaboration with Cappellini through the Kwado armchair, a padded seat characterized by a play of solids and voids that enhances its strong lines, creating a light yet dynamic effect. Kwado, which means “frog” in Hausa language, stands out with its bold and playful design. The shell perfectly
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Ballet for Punt (2025)

803: 23.04.2025

Inspired by the delicacy of music boxes, Ballet for Punt is a rotating shelf that transforms storage into a choreographic act. This piece is composed of three columns of different heights that bring dynamism and visual rhythm to the space. Each of them has a unique finish, high gloss lacquered,
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Bell Dining table for ClassiCon (2025)

802: 23.04.2025

The Bell Dining Table transfers the elegance of the Bell Tables into new dimensions. For the dining table version, the striking glass base has been replaced by a different material: marble. Since its launch in 2012, the Bell Table for ClassiCon with its unconventional use of materials has been regarded
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Aristo collection for Classicon (2025)

799: 23.04.2025

The Aristo range of chairs for ClassiCon combines premium comfort with precise design. The name áristos’, ancient Greek for ‘the most excellent’ or ‘the noblest’, alludes to the classic elegance of the design and the premium craftsmanship. The chair’s most outstanding feature is the backrest with upholstery on both sides
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Plaid shelving system for Schoenbuch (2025)

797: 28.01.2025

Shelving with a system: Plaid gets its appeal from its crisp, clear lines. Its individual elements can be freely combined and extended as desired, with no visible join between them. The trick, says designer Sebastian Herkner, is that “the horizontals and the verticals both come in two thicknesses, so when
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Alia chair for Hoshina (2025)

792: 28.01.2025

Our new Alia chair combines classical design with fine craftsmanship, featuring a slender backrest, curved arms, and rounded legs for an elegant look.
With a low seat height and shallow seating depth, it pairs seamlessly with lower tables, offering comfort and relaxation for dining or desk work.

producer: Hoshina

2025
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Buzzibrella for Buzzi (2024)

790: 28.10.2024

Designed to transform spacious environments, BuzziBrella, inspired by the shape of an umbrella, offers a new level of comfort and functionality by combining elegant aesthetics with advanced acoustic performance. This unique product seamlessly integrates into modern and traditional interiors, offering a multi-functional solution for diverse needs.

producer: Buzzi

2024

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Praia da Granja table for Man of Parts (2024)

783: 25.06.2024

A bowl shaped marble plate is balancing on a solid structure in wood. The new Praia da Granja tables find their inspiration by the stairscase on the beach of the same name in Portugal. Its linear appearance is translated into the CNC engraving on the edge of the table top.
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Elora collection for Davis Furniture (2024)

782: 25.06.2024

Together with Davis Furniture we present at Neocon in Chicago a soft lounge collection for hospitality as well as private scenarios. The Elora collection consits of both an armchair and a sofa with a soft and organic signature. Its design is inviting and generous without appearing
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Morton swivel for Wittmann (2024)

766: 02.05.2024

Morton for Wittmann is a statement – a deft blend of elegant upholstered chair and armchair that holds its own both at a dining table or in a boardroom. One striking feature of this lightweight item of furniture is the precisely executed two-part upholstery of the backrest, which quietly envelops
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Bell Straw Marquetry for ClassiCon (2024)

765: 02.05.2024

The traditional craft of straw marquetry is used in the production of this new tabletop of our Bell Table for ClassiCon. For this, high-quality straws are dyed, split open and rolled flat and then manually glued, strip by strip, onto a thin carrier plate. In order to protect the delicate
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Sinya and Stolac for Zanat (2024)

763: 02.05.2024

Various floating tabletops with different carved patterns were the initial idea of the new table collection for Zanat. The bold wooden legs and the soft curved silhouettes of the tops create an interesting contrast. The big coffee table with its three connected tops becomes a center
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Stock´n Roll for Poltrona Frau (2024)

760: 02.05.2024

The supporting frame and door of the Stock´n Roll bedside table for Poltrona Frau are made of curved beech plywood and solid beech wood. The upholstery is in Pelle Frau® leather, with tone-on-tone stitching. With a single gesture, the door featuring a small inner tray opens to reveal an equipped
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Gentle collection for Linteloo (2024)

759: 02.05.2024

The Gentle collection for Linteloo is driven by the idea of hand shaped and casted structures. The chairs and lounge chairs play with the imperfaction of hand made surfaces in contrast with a precious dialogue of materials and colors. Design needs a human touch. Place
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Noka

758: 02.05.2024

The new modular sofa Noka for Ligne Roset combines the concepts of *anchor* and *bridge* by creating a sense of comfort, connecting people and opening up new perspectives. The name Noka is inspired by Japanese country houses, where the floors are covered with tatami mats, creating a link between the
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stiel

762: 02.05.2024

Stiel collection is based on the Blume collection we presented a couple of years ago with Pedrali. This new structure is made of a simple, round tube and is less decorative than the initial Blume profile. The overall design and sizes of the collection stays the
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Halten table for and Tradition (2024)

753: 05.02.2024

The Halten side table for and Tradition s designed with a spontaneous and mobile character. Whilst rich in materials, Halten is honest in both its construction and function. When we set out to design Halten, we were intent on creating a portable side table to pair with virtually any armchair,
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Rethinking Classics: S 32 / S 64 Dark Melange for Thonet (2024)

750: 26.01.2024

The Thonet S 32 cantilever chair and the S 64 version with armrests designed by Marcel Breuer are some of the most iconic pieces of tubular steel furniture. Their popularity stems from the appealing combination of something new and something tried and tested: the solid-wood seat and backrest
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118 FV for Thonet (2024)

749: 26.01.2024

Minimalistic and honest, at the same time elegant and filigree: chair 118 is a classic wooden chair that adds subtle elegance to any dining table or restaurant. The principle of reducing a chair to the fewest elements possible was introduced by Michael Thonet in the mid-19th century.

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Volos collection for Blomus (2024)

748: 26.01.2024

The new Volos ensemble of side tables and coffee tables for Blomus is made from the finest solid travertine stone, which is available in two natural color options. The simplicity reflects the simple beauty of natural travertine. The name Volos is not only a reference to
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Seba for Davis Furniture (2023)

737: 15.06.2023

The Seba collection can be easily moved from one area to another, allowing users to quickly establish impromptu meetings, casual conferencing or even space for individual work. Its cast inner core, and thin base conceals casters that allow each piece to glide into multiple applications.

producer: Davis Furniture

2023

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Perle chair for Davis Furniture (2023)

735: 15.06.2023

Perle*s humble demeanor is reminiscent of classic European bistro chairs with slim wood backs, seats, and metal frames. Comprised of both arm and armless units, this series is simple and straightforward in its offering and its aesthetic. A unified tubular steel frame and four-leg base form the foundation for each
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Sandy Cove for Man of Parts (2023)

732: 13.06.2023

Composed of jutting sea-cliff footpaths and clapboard houses, the offshore of
Newfoundland Fogo Island is set against a striking coastline. Celebrated by the
remote coastal community and its visitors, Sandy Cove is a curving gathering place.
Sebastian Herkner’s use of buttresses echo both the natural formations propping up
the rugged coastline and their prominence along
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Wynwood cabinet for Man of Parts (2023)

729: 06.06.2023

Wynwood’s building exteriors serve as a canvas for cutting-edge works from leading fine artists, graffiti artists, and muralists. Synonymous with the neighborhood’s vibrant murals, Sebastian Herker disguises abstraction in the Wynwood console. The visual language of the carved shapes, forms, and lines balance spontaneity and structure.

producer: Man of Parts

2023
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Icarus chair for Linteloo (2023)

725: 26.05.2023

With its strong architectural shape, ‘Icarus’ is definitely a statement piece. But sit in it and you will find that ‘comfy and cozy’ does not always have to mean ‘plump and puffy’. Because ‘Icarus’ and its wings will give you an inviting and reassuring hug. ‘Icarus’ envelops you in exquisitely
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Thales for Pulpo (2023)

723: 17.05.2023

The table collection is dedicated to the geometer and astronomer Thales of Miletus. The Thales tables are defined by five geometric and transparent glass tops. Graphic patterns are etched into the tinted glass surface, giving the design a unique depth and pattern overlay. The archaic design contrasts with the light and shadow play
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Breeze Chair for La Manufacture (2023)

719: 17.05.2023

Blown by soft breeze, the chair is slightly shaped in its design. The backrest is curved in an elegant way and surrounds the person in a comfortable and welcoming way. The simplicity of the design underlines the story. It is not about showing of, it is more about a gesture.
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Gem table for La Manufacture (2023)

716: 17.05.2023

It a very interactive design, especially in it configuration. Everyone knows those stacked towers made of round pebble stones on the beaches. It is something playful and mystical. The Gem tables bring this aspect into the interior, where rounded shapes like pebbles or pearls are creating bases for dining tables,
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Moos sofa for La Manufacture (2023)

715: 16.05.2023

Moos is the German word for moss. Going for a hike in the south of Bavaria, you have those forests where the ground is covered with a lot of green moss, like little soft pillows. I love the organic softness. Our sofa is about this comfort. The modularity of the
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Fort collection for Van Rossum (2023)

711: 26.04.2023

A low-slung lounge chair and sofa with a wide and thick cushioned seat and backrest that together provide ample support. The collection is buttressed by a wooden structure with curved partitions that bears reference to a fortified structure. Available in French oak, and with your preferred covering from our collection
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Isla dining for Gan (2023)

708: 14.04.2023

ISLA is a collection of outdoor furniture with undulating and simple lines, free of ornaments. Created to enjoy outdoors, thanks to its minimalist and sober character, ISLA is the perfect solution both for large contract surfaces such as hotels and restaurants, as well as for the privacy of a terrace or a country house.

producer: Gan

2023

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Veo room divider for Zanat (2023)

692: 12.04.2023

Our Veo room divider is an architectural object made of round, organically shaped pieces of solid wood. In its essence, this is a piece of decorative art, a sculpture that due to its vertical two-dimensional shape can also be understood as a painting. Veo divider took its name from the
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Tote / Cina lounge chair for Davis Furniture (2021) and Girsberger (2023)

684: 27.02.2023

Tote fory Davis Furnitures aka Cina for Girsberger is a collection of light scale lounge chairs designed to be used collectively or individually in lobbies, collaborative zones or leisure areas of contract workplaces. With a leather handle affixed to the back of the seat, Tote / Cina can easily be
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Granville Bridge Chair for Man of Parts (2022)

671: 08.07.2022

Towering above Granville Island – Vancouver’s beloved artistic and cultural hub – the cantilevered Granville Street Bridge runs through the heart of the city into the buzzing downtown core’s entertainment district. The soft upholstery of our Granville Bridge Chair reflects the serene grey skies of Vancouver while the hardwood structure
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como shelves for Pulpo (2022)

669: 01.07.2022

Crafted in full aluminium seems to hover over the ground. Invisibly attached to the wall, every fixation of the variably installable ensemble is invisible. All three of the optional colors render its physical appearance in a plain, clean spatial sculpture.

producer: Pulpo

2022

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Gilbert sofa for Linteloo (2022)

667: 27.06.2022

‘Gilbert’, designed by our Studio, gives you the opportunity to design your own, contemporary version of the 19th century tête-à- tête: a sofa that allows people to sit at an angle and invites you in for a proper talk. Of course, spending hours lounging in silence with a good book
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Janus shelf for Ligne Roset (2022)

665: 21.06.2022

In ancient Roman religion and myth, Janus is the god of beginnings, passages and transitions. He is usually depicted as having two faces. Our Janus shelf for ligneroset is playing with two characters, which is not about open or closed, rather it is about the presentation of goods and treasures
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La Reina Cocoon chair for Ames (2022)

657: 03.06.2022

We are happy to show our first limited edition for Ames. The La Reina Cocoon Chair, part of the successful Cartagena collection will be presented in two new colorways, based on my trips to Colombia. Colors play a huge role in my work as well in the philosophy of Ames
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Haven collection for Gloster (2022)

655: 03.06.2022

Our third collection for Gloster is driven by the idea of steam-bending teak wood. Haven is a collection of soft upholstered lounge furnitures as well as complementary tables in various sizes. The bended teak elements create the framwork for the armchair as well as 2 and 3 seater in a
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Morton chair for Wittmann (2022)

653: 02.06.2022

Morton is a statement – a deft blend of elegant upholstered chair and armchair that holds its own both at a dining table or in a boardroom. One striking feature of this lightweight item of furniture is the precisely executed two-part upholstery of the backrest, which quietly envelops the body.
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Twins collection for Emu (2022)

651: 02.06.2022

The Twins collection plays with materials; it contains two twin versions, each with its own identity. The first is entirely made of 100% FSC teak, simple and natural; the other, original and unique, is the result of an interesting mix of materials between teak and one of the main components
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Ginger chair for Ondarreta (2022)

649: 01.06.2022

The Ginger chair helps you to travel to different scenarios depending on how you look at it. A soft-sitting collection driven by round shapes and inviting seating shell resting on various base typologies that helps us shape new contexts, uses and spaces.

producer: Ondarreta

2022

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Rio sideboard for Punt (2022)

647: 01.06.2022

The Rio collection is based on my fundamental design language working with honest materials and local craftsmen to achieve unique designs. For Punt I selected solid wood, structured glass, marble, textile and brass to create a collection of cabinets and lamps. Rio is about the balance of materials and the
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Lia and Kaia for Hoshina (2022)

639: 30.05.2022

We designed a table and chair for a new way of eating for Japanese brand Hoshina / Arflex Japan. Kaia is a well-balanced design that combines a voluminous shell with delicate steel legs. The small size of a lounge chair and the high seat height combine comfort and workability. By combining with
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Theia collection for Freifrau (2022)

635: 27.05.2022

In this, our second design for Freifrau, our concept was to fuse the frame and the seating shell – not just in technical, but in optical terms, too. This is something we achieved by deliberately extending the frame into the back of the shell. Looking at the Theia Armchair, it
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Nuage side tables for CoEdition (2022)

633: 17.05.2022

Nuage side tables for CoEdition are inspired by the clouds and the human trails in crafts. We wanted to show the beauty of craftsmanship and the quality of handmade objects. The collection of Nuage is made of handcasted ceramic tabletops and crafted metal bases in brass or bronce. The surfaces
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Rest bench for Wendelbo (2021)

628: 04.04.2022

For when we find ourselves in need of a remote space to do work, relax or reenergize between meetings or events: The Rest bench. The design has a characterful persona with upholstered elements that bring a sense of softness to modern spaces, joined by the functionality of
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Mate side tables for Wendelbo (2021)

626: 04.04.2022

The Mate side tables are created with the idea of becoming a companion in the daily life of its user, akin other objects that serve an inherent purpose in the everyday. Having approached the design from a symbolic perspective, the tray is seemingly
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Juna for Schramm Werkstätten (2022)

620: 04.03.2022

We have created an unmistakably versatile item of design in Juna. We have impressively achieved the aim of granting the bed a more significant role in everyday life. The design draws the sleeping solitaire closer into the living area, where it serves as a communicative, free-standing place.
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Ulis lounge chairs for Capdell (2022)

617: 24.02.2022

The design of the Ulis Lounge adapts to both residential and contract spaces. Sebastian Herkner defines it as his idea of a modern comfort. The soft aesthetic formed to wrap and embrace, guarantees a comfortable and a reclining position at the same time, and make this product space friendly and
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Cartagena Reina Cocoon chair for Ames (2022)

614: 24.02.2022

A new dramatic statement piece joins the Cartagenas collection by Sebastian Herkner: the Reina Cocoon chair. Featuring a strong colour contrast and an oval-shaped, protective roof, the chair brings vibrancy and a touch of eccentricity to any outdoor space. Part throne, part beach chair, the piece will stand out on
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Marlow collection for Wittmann (2022)

612: 24.02.2022

Bridging the gap between timeless aesthetics and memorable form has always been a specialty of Wittmann. Unobtrusive yet showing plenty of presence, Marlow is the latest proof of the sure hand with which the manufactory consistently focuses on precision craftsmanship and first-class design. Sebastian Herkner brought
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Mbrace Club Chair for Dedon (2021)

604: 18.11.2021

Our award-winning Mbrace collection is beloved for its modern material mix. Combining teak, woven fiber and an optional die-cast aluminum base, Mbrace is more distinct and richer than ever before. Now we add a new version to its family, the new Club Chair. A smaller version of
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Imi side-tables for Pulpo (2021)

602: 11.09.2021

Our new Imi side-tables for German brand Pulpo are made of handcrafted ceramic cylinders in various colors. You can combine them in different combinations of two or three elements. Based on the artworks by artist Imi Knoebel, we play with various color blockings.

producer: Pulpo

2021
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Blume armrest versions for Pedrali (2021)

597: 31.08.2021

The Blume collection designed by Sebastian Herkner has been enriched with a new version with armrests. The Blume armchair, also available in a lounge version, reproduces the soft, rounded shapes of the collection, which owes its distinctive appearance to a sophisticated flower-shaped profile in extruded aluminium that follows the curvature
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119 lounger for Thonet (2021)

596: 30.08.2021

Classic materials such as bentwood and canework, reduced to the essential. The new 119 lounge chair is a quintessential Thonet piece that’s bound to make its mark in any setting. It can be positioned alone or in a pair as an elegant counterpoint to a comfy sofa, whether in a
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Moro lounge-chair for La manufacture (2021)

593: 30.08.2021

Moro is a cosy cocoon of a chair for La Manufacture. Named after a famous Venetian Doge, the design evokes the strong personality of an Italian palazzo’s lush interior. A warm and welcoming atmosphere that could never be forgotten.

producer: La Manufacture Paris

2021
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Chair 118 F for Thonet (2021)

592: 16.07.2021

Good designs are distinguished by their ability to adapt. In keeping with precisely this motto, Thonet is expanding its “Offenbach chair” range designed by Sebastian Herkner in 2018 to now include armrests. Minimalist and honest, sophisticated and precise, the new 118 F model adds another level
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Case highback sofa for Wendelbo (2021)

588: 05.07.2021

Introducing Case for Wendelbo, a collection of elegant highback sofas that breathes a sense of calmness, concentration and comfort into everyday life. Created as a response to the noises and distractions in larger spaces, Case´s highback form span across three different sizes that all bring an elegant feeling of privacy
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Ona lounge chair for Freifrau (2021)

582: 16.02.2021

Two years ago we presented our Ona collection for German manufacturer Freifrau at imm Cologne. The success of the iconic design and the request by interior designers prompted us to develop the lounge chair versions of Ona as well. We are very happy to present now after 1.5 years development
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Mbrace Aluminium for Dedon (2021)

581: 16.02.2021

Our award-winning Mbrace collection is beloved for its modern material mix. Combining teak, woven fiber and an optional die-cast aluminum base, Mbrace is more distinct and richer than ever before. The aluminum base, available for wingchairs, armchairs, lounge chairs and matching footstools expands the collection’s visual language while extending its
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Savignyplatz table for Man of Parts (2021)

578: 09.02.2021

We wanted to create a dining table for Man of Parts that combines the best of hand-made craft and modern technology. The Bavarian maker uses a 5-axis CNC machine program to achieve the shapes and combines it with traditional hand finishing to great effect. We were inspired by how the
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Caribe Natural chair for Ames (2021)

577: 08.02.2021

Caribe Natural chair is a new interpretation of our first design for Ames. The Caribe chairs are now available also with a weaving in natural fiber from Colombia for indoor use.

producer: Ames

pictures by Andres Valbuena

2021
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Cartagena collection for Ames (2021)

573: 08.02.2021

Cartagena collection is an ode by our studio to the colorful Colombian city on the Caribbean coast, that we visited
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Stammtisch for AHEC (2020)

571: 08.02.2021

Nine imaginative and original tables and seating designs, created by nine leading international designers and beautifully made in one of Europe’s top craft workshops, will be on show in an installation called Connected at the Design Museum in London.

The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC), Benchmark
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Klee collection for CoEdition (2020)

560: 09.10.2020

Organic details segment the parts of the Klee series, giving them character and precision. These tables and chairs for Coedition, are carefully designed for everyday life. Klee is an honest chair, with a distinctive twist, characteristic of the spirit of Coedition. Our wish was to design
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Let™ for Fritz Hansen (2020)

558: 09.10.2020

The Let™ Lounge Chair by our studio and Fritz Hansen embodies the German designer’s excellent skills and signature aesthetic, with Fritz Hansen’s expert craftsmanship and quality. It is designed for a wide variety of expressions and interior styles and is suitable for
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Litos modular sofa for Cappellini (2020)

554: 09.10.2020

One of the most beautiful and unspoiled places in Salento, where the shallow cliffs rest on the crystal clear waters of the Ionian Sea drawing a sinuous profile, inspired our creative mind. This is how Litos was born, the informal sofa by Cappellini paying homage in shape and name to
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Pina tables for Pulpo

552: 09.10.2020

Using already casting glass for the Alwa tables, Bent lights and Atoll candle holders, we add a new casted design to the Pulpo product portfolio. Our distinctively tall, skinny side table series Pina is inspired by the abstract turns and twists of the famous Pina Bausch dance theatre. The basic figurine with base,
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Host wardrobe for Stellar Works (2020)

550: 17.09.2020

For 2020, Leading Asian design brand Stellar Works presents its first collaboration with German designer Sebastian Herkner. Known for his unusual shapes and materiality choices, Herkner has created Host, a movable wardrobe created in response to the growing need for flexible furniture in both homes and hotels. Herkner’s design sees
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Phoebe lounge chair for Fest Amsterdam (2020)

548: 17.09.2020

It’s time to cocoon in this soft and comfortable lounge chair the studio designed for young Dutch brand Fest Amsterdam. With its rounded shapes and soft lining, this chair will make you feel at ease. The straight shell and outside appearance contrast to the quilted and
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Ilsa collection for Gan (2020)

540: 23.06.2020

ISLA is the name of GAN’s new venture into the world of outdoor furniture. With the first collection for the brand, the studio explores ways of inhabiting outdoor spaces through irregular shapes, resulting in a more versatile, inviting and unique seating system.
ISLA comes in seven color combinations (Coral, Sand,
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Blume collection for Pedrali (2020)

535: 17.06.2020

Featured by a soft and rounded shape, both chair and lounge armchair owe their distinctive appearance to their sophistiocated flower-shaped profile in extruded aluminium. An extremely comfortable collection, in which the slender frame and the soft, generous polyurethane foam are harmoniously combined. The steel structural
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Mati Chair for Zanat (2020)

533: 28.04.2020

The Mati collection for Zanat is a statement of grace and simplicity. The studio developed a fdining table and a dining chair. Much of the table’s character stems from cleverly considered joints between the legs, its frame and the tabletop, which create attractive details underneath the tabletop while giving an
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Caribe collection for Ames (2020)

530: 10.01.2020

Working successfully together for several years, we add new colorways to our collections at Ames. After a very bright color selection of Caribe at the beginning, we were looking for more natural and pale colors this time. This brings a new approach to the brand and
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Taru sofa for Ligne Roset (2020)

524: 08.01.2020

The idea behind Taru is a comfortable sofa and daybed showing the high craftsmanship of Ligne Roset. Producing in France represents a huge know how for detailing and quality I was looking for in this collection. The elegance and simplicity of Taru reflects my approach for good design which becomes
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Lewa tables for Ligne Roset (2020)

525: 08.01.2020

Our Lewa tables for French brand Ligne Roset follow our passion for material and color combinations. Kind of ceramic islands are floating on the organic and smooth wooden tabletops. The design is driven by our idea of sustainbility, local production and honest materials.

producer: Ligne Roset

2020
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Pola Sofa for La Manufacture (2020)

520: 08.01.2020

Pola is a tailored sofa, the elegant textile straps and the refined structure give a modern approach to the classic sofa. The smooth wooden beam construction gives a floating aspect to the opulent cushions. So Pola is generous and robust, yet fine, Pola is a new classical.

producer: La Manufacture Paris

2020
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Fern collection for Gloster (2019)

544: 01.07.2020

Inspired by the delicate fronds of a unfurling fern leaf, the Fern collection has a design language that harks back to nature. Combining plantation teak with a soft finish outdoor rope, the enveloping, woven back rest both protects and provides the comfort and is attached to
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Venier Screen for La Manufacture (2020)

519: 08.01.2020

By interlacing different straps of textile, Venier suggests in a decorative way a separation in the room without hiding completely. The savant play on material qualities reinforces both the functionality and the pleasant aura of the paravent.

producer: La Manufacture Paris

2020
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High gloss 118 chairs for Thonet (2019)

500: 05.04.2019

The elegant range 118 by Sebastian Herkner for Thonet receives an eye-catching new
finish: deep black and dark blue, rich dark red, contemporary antique pink and mint, plus dark brown-violet are the six expressive high-gloss colours adding a a chic new polish to this popular design.

The bridge that the 118
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Mbarq sofa for Dedon (2019)

499: 05.04.2019

Mbarq is a new sofa for Dedon. With Mbarq, we were focusing on the group, the conversations, the sense of togetherness. When I think of collection’s name, I think of people embarking on a journey together, without ever leaving the comfort, privacy and protectiveness of Mbarq itself.

producer: Dedon

2019
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Bent Tables for Pulpo (2019)

498: 05.04.2019

Inspired by a trip to Veneto in Italy visiting a glass casting and bending company, we designed Bent.
The Bent table family is about a huge dining table with a marble table-top and two smaller side tables made completely in glass. Similar to the lighting the bases of the
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Carousel collection for Emu (2019)

497: 05.04.2019

Carousel is a new collection of chairs for Italian brand Emu based on an aluminium framework with various inlays to create a cozy backrest. There is a modern sustainable wicker interpretation using colorful textile ropes, as well as a new innovative textile pad, which is pressed with a technology from
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Ona collection for Freifrau (2019)

488: 23.01.2019

Ona is our first collection for German furniture brand Freifrau. The design is inspired by the idea of having an upholstered piping which accentuate the silhouette of the seat. The delicate detail gives the chair a strong and iconic presence.

producer: Freifrau

2019
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Echino side-tables for Zanotta (2019)

487: 08.01.2019

Our first product for Italian brand Zanotta is a side-table in two sizes. Using blown and linear structured glass tubes, the legs get a precious character. A thin metal or glass tabletop is kind of floating on those color tinted legs.

producer: Zanotta

2019
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118 barstool for Thonet (2019)

482: 02.01.2019

In addition to the 118 chair launched early 2018, we designed the suitable barstool to complete the collection. The barstool exists in the common three heights.

producer: Thonet

2019
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Albert table for Schönbuch (2019)

481: 02.01.2019

Albert is a small portable sidetable inspired by its older sister Grace designed one year ago. The clear lines and stylish practicality of both designs make for a winning combination. Its minimalist form is the perfect modern twist on a classic item. Inspired by 1950s architecture, the design works
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Maraca lounge chair for Ames (2019)

477: 02.01.2019

Inspired by the beautiful and colorful hammocks you can find all over Colombia, the studio designed a deep lounge chair for our Siesta. A welcoming metal structure provides the stability to fix the small seating hammocks. These garden lounge chairs exist in three colorways and textiles produced at a small
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Cielo lounge and high back for Ames (2019)

504: 06.04.2019

Cielo lounge is a line extension of the successful Cielo dining chair. New in the family is now a low lounge version and a high-back lounger in the existing colour combinations. The collection is in production in the North of Colombia. Using the local colored plastic pipes we
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Cielo chair for Ames (2019)

476: 02.01.2019

Cielo is a new outdoor cchair for Ames Sala produced in the North of Colombia. Using the local colored plastic pipes we developed with the craftsmen a stackable dining chair We developed 4 color combinations which repreents the spirit and lifestyle of Colombia.

producer: Ames Sala

2019
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Merwyn chair for Wittmann (2018)

425: 08.01.2018

Merwyn is the first design of a collection for Wittmann we will present during this year 2018. Starting with the high standards of Wittmann and their knowledge in upholstery, we designed a chair, a bench and a lounge chair with a high quality. Based on a macaron shaped seat, Merwyn
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Miles collection for Wittmann (2018)

478: 02.01.2019

Miles collection is based on the Merwyn collection which was presented earlier in the same year. Starting with the high standards of Wittmann and their knowledge in upholstery, we designed the collection with a high quality. Based on a macaron shaped seat, Miles is now more grounded and
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La Che objects for Ames (2018)

451: 03.04.2018

A traditional Andean technique: With the new La Che furniture family, ames is introducing a special aspect of Colombian culture to Europe. The Lache, one of many indigenous tribes of Colombia, were known for using an eponymous technique to weave baskets until the Spanish conquistadors colonized large swathes of South
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Seku lounge chair for Moroso (2018)

450: 03.04.2018

Seku means in Wolof language, spoken in West Africa, parrot. After Banjooli, which means ostrich, the Seku chair is a cocktail armchair in bright color combinations. The seating shell is floating on a skid structure and is woven like a feather dress, an additional cushion supports the comfort for outdoor.

producer:
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Maiyda chair for Very Wood (2018)

446: 03.04.2018

The character of the Maiyda Chair is inspired by the same named clams with their typical pair of shells. Also like castanets, the two soft upholstered elements of the seat and backrest are placed in a solid wooden frame. Comfort and generosity are important for the design, next to an
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Soave collection for La Cividina (2018)

445: 03.04.2018

The Soave collection for La Cividina is our second one after Ala. The idea was to work on a simple sofa collection for the contract interiors. Rounded shapes like soaps or pebbles are overlapping in a horizontal but also vertical way to create an unique character. The smooth backrest illustrates
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Pipe Dining collection for Moroso (2018)

444: 03.04.2018

After the successful launch of the Pipe armchair and daybed 2 years ago we add the dining collection 2018. The armchair and table are designed in the same characteristic by using the bold rounded aesthetic. A straight structure of tubes in wood or metal is upholstered with soft seating and
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Dune collection for Gloster (2018)

443: 03.04.2018

The idea of the collection is the scenario of having a good time with friends on the terrace, like for low dining, enjoying a cocktail and nice conversations. It is about the dialogue. Armchair, two seater and three seater are part of the range of soft upholstered furnitures. Softness, spontaneity
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Arp sofa for Linteloo (2018)

441: 03.04.2018

Our Arp sofa is a new modular sofa for Linteloo which took his inspiration by the roundness of Sculpture des Silence by Hans Jean Arp. Like grinded smoothly from water, the shape of the elements appear soft and harmoniously. Each element can stand by its own or set in arrangements
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Delight sidetables for Pulpo (2018)

429: 08.01.2018

Inspired by turkish delight, also called lokum, Sebastian Herkner wanted to transfer the typical translucent and matt appearance of these sweets to a product. The sidetables in two sizes are mouthblown in glass and smoothly frosted with a certain technique afterwards.

producer: Pulpo

2018
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Ono for Schramm Werkstätten (2018)

424: 08.01.2018

Ono is the third bed the studio designed for Schramm Werkstätten. Reading, working or having breakfast in bed - Sebastian Herkner wanted to have everything as comfortable as possible. Comfortable padded pillows invite you to rest. As a busy designer and frequent traveller, such comfort zones are of great importance
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Chair 118 for Thonet (2018)

423: 08.01.2018

The new chair range 118 refers to the chair 214, the archetype of a Thonet chair, with the seat frame bent from a single piece and the wicker cane seat. Optionally, the 118 is offered with a moulded seat. The shape of the chair legs is another special feature: rounded
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Grace for Schönbuch (2018)

422: 08.01.2018

A future classic. The clear lines and stylish practicality of the Grace serving trolley make for a winning combination. Its minimalist form is the perfect modern twist on a classic item. Use as a mobile bar or side table, or for storage in home offices to add a touch of
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Mbrace Dining for Dedon (2018)

412: 08.01.2018

Having firmly established itself as a poolside and lounging favorite, Mbrace now brings its welcoming embrace to the dining area. New additions are characterized by the same joyful unconventionality, deep comfort and rich material mix that made the
original Mbrace collection such a hit, winning it the prestigious ‘Best of
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Bamboo Bridge Bench for A New Layer Taiwan (2017)

420: 08.01.2018

Travelling by car and by bus around the countryside while visiting various workshops in Taiwan, Herkner saw lot of bridges all over the country. He was amazed to find so many typologies of them : high bridges, low bridges, connecting areas… He was really fascinated by the shapes of
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Circo collection for Ames Sala (2017)

418: 08.01.2018

Circo is the second furniture collection for Ames Sala designed by Sebastian Herkner. Using the local colored plastic pipes we developed with the craftsmen a dining and lounge chair as well as a set of sidetables and flower pots. We developed 4 color combinations which repreents the
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Mila Tables for Pulpo (2017)

408: 11.04.2017

Two geometrical shapes meet to create the latest design, a series of tables and bowls. The base of the Mila is made up of a rectangular cuboid and a hemisphere provides the welcoming surface, slightly concave.

producer: Pulpo

2017
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Highline for Linteloo (2017)

397: 11.04.2017

Highline is an upholstered landmark designed by Sebastian Herkner for Dutch brand Linteloo. Overlapping cushions and a slim base characterize this new family of sofas by bringing a new approach of comfort. It is a modern statement of easy living and the feel good factor.

producer:
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Opium in collaboration with Lucio Doro for Doppia Firma (2017)

393: 11.04.2017

Aware of Lucio Doro’s expertise in lacquering, Sebastian Herkner set out to express the quality and the beauty of this technique through creating a simple but elegant surface. The gentle slope and curve of these panels allow one to see how the lacquering modifies the perception
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Pastille Table for Edition van Treeck

391: 11.04.2017

Pastille Sidetables by Sebastian Herkner are suspended drops of colored glass which found their inspiration in the particularity of the glass fusing technique. Through the process the perfectly cut glass circles are transformed: their contours get blurred, the clear and strong colors become delicate shades.
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Fold for Schramm Werkstätten (2017)

388: 26.01.2017

Fold is our second design for Schramm Werkstätten. Together with the manufacturer of boxspring beds we developed a special mechanism of a foldable backrest. Initial idea was the fact, that more and more finish work, chat or read in the bed. To increase the quality of sitting in the bed,
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Caribe for Ames Sala (2017)

386: 26.01.2017

The journey continues.... Caribe is a new outdoor collection for Ames Sala produced in the North of Colombia. Using the local colored plastic pipes we developed with the craftsmen a dining and lounge chair as well as a set of sidetables. We developed 6 color combinations which repreents the spirit
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Dock collection for Emu (2016)

382: 05.09.2016

Dock is a modular sofa system designed for Emu and which is inspired by the graphics of cane baskets. Dock is made up of easily assembled modular elements that provide a flexible variety of compositions. Aluminium bases and backrests of various heights can be assembled in a variety of ways
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Font tables for Pulpo (2016)

378: 31.08.2016

Font is a collection of simple and graphical sidetables amd of a new material called Glaskeramik by German manufacturer Magna.The tables exist in two sizes and five colors, which are composed by using recycled glass and a new patented fusing technology. Together with the studio and Pulpo, the company Magna
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Terrace Tables for Linteloo (2016)

374: 28.04.2016

It is a family of side and coffee-tables inspired by the arrangement of the countryside and the layout of fields. The table tops are made of different handmade ceramic plates. Because of the various levels and surfaces, the color will slightly change its attitude from each
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Ample Chair for Linteloo (2016)

373: 28.04.2016

The Ample Chair is an upholstered wing-armchair with ottoman. It has a strong silhouette and character as much it is cosy. The padded seat is placed on a wooden structure and the soft cushioning gives you the feeling of an intimate place with many possible seating positions.

producer: Linteloo

2016
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Calm for Schramm Werkstätten (2016)

346: 02.02.2016

Calm is a new boxspring bed for German manufacturer Schramm Werkstätten. Our initial idea was to create a comfortable bed with modular and upholstered headboards in various dimensions. We decided for curved and straight elements, all with beautifully stitched covers and nice details like wooden hooks
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Pallet for Pulpo (2016)

344: 02.02.2016

Thinking about the first significant furniture for Pulpo with the typical spontaneous, artistic and crafted attitude we wanted to design a simple but also well refined daybed. Pallet is a daybed with a wooden base and a soft mattress, covered with natural leather. The mattress is
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Mark collection for Linteloo (2016)

332: 28.12.2015

Mark is like a sign, a character a graphical silhouette. the unique design is based on the use of solid wood, a strong design language and approach. The board like leg at the back with its crossing backrest gives the chair a significant attitude. The structure with three legs provides
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Mbrace for Dedon (2016)

330: 28.12.2015

Mbrace is an outdoor collection for German manufacturer Dedon. MBRACE takes a joyfully unconventional approach to outdoor furniture, bringing DEDON Fiber seating and a solid teak base together for the very first time. The result is an eye-catching, instantly likable collection of chairs — wingback, lounger, rocker and optional footstool
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Bleecker Street tables for Avenue Road (2015)

437: 08.01.2018

Avenue Road commissioned the studio to design arange of new side and coffeetables for the own collection. Initial idea iof the design is a conjunction of two solid materials based on a knock-down concept. A wooden tabletop is kind of floating on a solid stone structure.

producer: Man of Parts

2015

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Paradigm for Tolix (2015)

320: 24.04.2015

2015 is a big year for Tolix, full of festivity and creativity, in which they celebrate a very special anniversary.
The iconic A chair turns 80 this year, and it hasn’t aged a bit!
The perfect opportunity to look back on the story behind one of industrial design’s best-sellers.
The
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Pipe collection for Moroso (2015)

318: 24.04.2015

Our approach is always to create something unique with a new character. In the last years designers were thinking about metal structures by using thin pipes to get a more invisible construction. The design of the Pipe Chair is based on a big pipe, which creates an incisive design language.
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Ala collection for La Cividina (2015)

317: 24.04.2015

The initial idea of the design was inspired by plate racks in museums, the special holders for vintage and decorative plates in museums. We transferred this detail to a collection of armchairs and sofas in various heights. The backrest is like a background or protecting shell for the user.
Ala
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Alwa side-tables for Pulpo (2015)

316: 24.04.2015

We wanted to create glass in a new way, something solid and unique. We are fascinated by casted glass, compared with mouth blown glass elements, which have a specific wall thickness, Alwa tables have a tabletop made of 50 mm casted glass. The liquid glass is left in a special
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Salute for La Chance (2013 - 14)

228: 05.04.2013

Salute is a table high side for one. The table is meant to stand by a lounge chair and help enjoying it with a book, a tablet or a drink. The design is like a gesture of serving the person who is seated. The design is a simple yet sophisticated,
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Unam Rocker for Very Wood (2015)

319: 24.04.2015

Unam Rocker is a new member of the successful Unam collection for Very Wood. Inspired by Jean Jeanneret’s pragmatic projects in India, Herkner has transferred these concepts in their own design language. Clean lines and authentic materials characterize the design of this product, which is based on
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Skid for Caesarstone

282: 14.04.2014

Invited by Wallpaper* Editor-in-Chief Tony Chambers, we collaborated with Caesarstone from Israel. From kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, wall paneling or even custom-made furniture, Caesarstones´ quartz surfaces are the basic material for this design. Sebastian Herkners designs are known for exploring traditional and innovative materials as
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Container Table for Pulpo (2014)

276: 28.03.2014

The new Container Table is the biggest member of the Container family.

producer: Pulpo

2014
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Passerelle shelf for Pulpo (2014)

259: 17.01.2014

The design of Passerelle is based on the glass profiles which are known from the architecture. These profiles are fitting in a simple and straight metal construction. Passerelle is the name of the pedestrian bridges Venetians are using during high tide.

producer: Pulpo

2014
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Bell Table for ClassiCon (2012)

192: 16.04.2012

The “Bell Table” by Sebastian Herkner turns our perceptual habits on their head, using the lightweight, fragile material of glass as base for a metal top that seems to float above it. Hand-blown in the traditional manner using a wooden mould, the transparent tinted glass base asserts a sculptural presence
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Bell-Table Ornament for Stilwerk Design Gallery (2013)

235: 05.04.2013

Sebastian Herkner has created a special limited edition of “Bell Table” for stilwerk
limited edition design gallery in collaboration with ClassiCon – “Bell Table Ornament”. This special edition, in grey glass with copper, is limited to only 10 pieces.
The transparent grey glass foot of the table, blown in a
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Bell-Table Ornament for Stilwerk Gallery

Unam for Very Wood by Gervasoni (2013 - 14)

227: 05.04.2013

Unam is a comfortable seat available in the Lounge version and in the new Dining version with arms or without, made ??of solid wood for the contract sector. Inspired by Jean Jeanneret’s pragmatic projects in India, Herkner has transferred these concepts in their own design language. Clean lines and authentic
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Banjooli for Moroso (2013 - 14)

226: 05.04.2013

Joining the creations of Tord Boontje, Ayse Birsel and Bibi Seck, Patricia Urquiola and Dominique Pétot, there´s a new chair in the M´Afrique collection. Seating made using woven threads normally used for fishing nets, the design are all different and orioginal, like their names. handwoven, they are human in their
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Clip Chair for De Vorm (2011)

168: 02.04.2011

Keeping the philosophy of De Vorm in mind, the Clip Chair has been designed environmentally friendly without wasting any material during the production process. The result is a classic, detail-oriented and solid chair made of selected, high-quality ash. The Clip-chair is a refined design with a distinctive feature. The idea
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