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What was the starting point for Pippin?<\/h2>\n
I wanted the chair to be present and openhearted \u2014 something that feels ready to listen, ready to contribute. In today\u2019s workplace, where collaboration often happens between people who don\u2019t know each other well, comfort and ease are essential. The challenge was to create a lounge chair that moves easily, but still feels solid and grounding once you sit.<\/p>\n
Often, agile furniture can feel temporary \u2014 like you\u2019re only meant to perch. But I wanted Pippin to feel like a commitment, in a good way. The seat is deliberately low, encouraging people to settle in. The wheels stay active while seated, so the chair allows for gentle movement as conversations shift and evolve.<\/p>\n
How would you describe the sit?<\/h2>\n
It\u2019s relaxed and low, with a generous slope to the seat and backrest. You naturally fall into it, and it takes the weight off you straight away. I always try to design seating that cups the body, offering both physical and emotional comfort.<\/p>\n
The back is wide and reclined, encouraging an open posture \u2014 something I think helps with communication and focus. It doesn\u2019t have arms, so it\u2019s easy to pivot from side to side. And the solid base helps keep the visual clutter to a minimum, especially when the chairs are grouped together.<\/p>\n
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What influenced the overall shape?<\/h2>\n
Despite its compact footprint, I wanted the chair to feel expansive when you\u2019re sitting in it. The oval base is as small as it could be while staying stable, and it gently flares out toward the top to support the seat. It gives you just enough space to relax, without taking over the room. That balance of lightness and groundedness was really important.<\/p>\n
Tell us about the strap handle\u2014it\u2019s quite a feature!<\/h2>\n
The handle was a big part of the story. It felt important to include a clear, graphic cue that says: you can move me. Chairs that look too solid or precious can make people hesitant to interact with them, and I didn\u2019t want that.<\/p>\n
I was inspired by the pull tab on a Dr. Martens boot \u2014 something functional but iconic. It\u2019s instantly readable and intuitive to use. Practically, it guides people to hold the most durable and easy-to-clean part of the chair. We spent a lot of time fine-tuning the material so it would hold its shape but still feel soft and responsive in the hand.<\/p>\n
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What were some of the technical challenges?<\/h2>\n
Softness was key \u2014 both in how it feels to sit in, and in how easily it can be moved. But that softness brings complexity. With soft foam and removable covers, everything is a bit more fluid and unpredictable. We worked carefully to get the tension, pattern cutting, and detailing just right.<\/p>\n
To bring definition back to the form, I added a bold seam along the edge. It gives the silhouette structure and a visual identity, which I think helps the chair hold its own in a space.<\/p>\n
How did you approach sustainability in this design?<\/h2>\n
Pippin is made to be used \u2014 really used \u2014 so durability and serviceability were non-negotiable. The components come apart like a puzzle. You can remove, repair, replace, or recycle every part. The strap, for example, is held on with visible screws, which communicates how it can be removed or swapped.<\/p>\n