Design and
Engineering
Although it takes its inspiration from the classic Safari Chair, Twain, the armchair
designed by Konstantin Grcic, also available in a version created in collaboration
with Dutch designer Hella Jongerius, takes its design a step further to become a
study in sustainability.
Elegant, practical and eco-friendly, Twain brings together a mix of natural materi-
als: wood, leather and fabric.
The structure consists of a frame in natural or black interlocking spindles in solid
beech, held in tension by a strap and ratchet. The armrests consist of two strips
of leather.
The textile part consists of a seat and backrest in self-supporting fabric, with
seat cushion and backrest cover in removable fabric and, fi nally, for the version
made with Hella Jongerius, a draped cover in two unique patterns designed by
her specifi cally for this project.
To ensure maximum comfort, moreover, the backrest is attached to the frame in
such a way that it tilts with the movement of the sitter. For a chair that offers a
feeling of freedom and pure comfort.
A footrest, made from the same principle and materials as the armchair, enriches
also the collection.
