Magis
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Alpina
Category: Seating
Inspired by the simple design and multifunctionality of traditional alpine chairs, this seating perfectly showcases the curiosity of both Magis and Barber Osgerby towards new material development and experimentation.
Designed by
Barber & Osgerby
Product description
A chair designed for longevity in both aesthetics and durability. Featuring a structure in solid ash wood that traces the traditional alpine furniture and an extraordinarily comfortable ergonomic backrest in an innovative injection-moulded bioplastic, Alpina offers a seating solution that fits classic as well as contemporary settings and thus a timeless piece of furniture.
Elegant, comfortable, and versatile, Alpina is available in three colour versions: natural ash structure with beige or green backrest and stained black ash structure with black backrest.
Elegant, comfortable, and versatile, Alpina is available in three colour versions: natural ash structure with beige or green backrest and stained black ash structure with black backrest.
Product name
Alpina
Designer
Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby
Materials
Wood, Plastic
Characteristics
ergonomic
Dimensions
cm 45x42x81
Production process
In terms of resources, the chair aims at being an archetype of circular design, using only FSC-certified wood and a new polypropylene that comes from waste cooking oils, a combination of materials that are not only resistant but also recyclable.
Year
2022
“The bioplastic utilised in the design of Alpina is a step towards a future where all new designs are created from responsible materials, with both hardwearing and recyclable properties.”
(Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby)
(Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby)