Ren Chair

$940 – $1,160

$940

SKU: KNS-W3400ADN/W3400CZO

$1,160

SKU: KNS-W3400ADN/W3400CBO

$940

SKU: KNS-W3400ADB/W3400CZO

$1,160

SKU: KNS-W3400ADB/W3400CBO

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Spec Sheet

Description

Takahiko Fujimori's graphic chair features an angled, padded backrest set at a slightly lower position than a standard chair, allowing for relaxed, yet naturally spine-straightening repose. Another grace note is is the geometric frame, devised from a succession of squared-off shapes and assembled using the traditional Japanese triple-tenon woodwork technique known as tomegata sanmai tsugi. Once again, Karimoku New Standard's lofty history of woodworking technique is as impressive as its ongoing commitment to ecologically sustainable timber sourcing.

Specifications

Size

23.75" l x 21.25" d x 27.5" h (60x54x70cm)
Seat: 17.7" h (45cm)

Material

Itaya maple, Wool acrylic blend fabric or leather

Brand

Karimoku New Standard

A traditional Japanese maker of wood furniture for 70-odd years, Karimoku turned an exciting new page when it relaunched in 2009 with an international roster of contributing designers as Karimoku New Standard. The reboot was twofold—to create modern pieces using its heritage of Japanese craftsmanship techniques and to revitalize native forests by targeting significantly undervalued hardwoods. That precious resource, from low-diameter chestnut, maple and oak trees, had previously ended up mostly as wood chips for paper pulp.

Meanwhile, the design world was gobsmacked by the company’s splendidly functional, often joyously colored furnishings emanating from its collaborating partners. From European, Scandinavian and Japanese creative talents, they include Swedish studio TAF, the Swiss team Big-Game and cult Dutch design duo Scholten & Baijings. The revived Karimoku concept, termed “high-tech and high-touch” by brand creative director David Glaettli, melds the latest technology with unstinting hand-finishing for a truly collectable array of refreshingly unique standouts.