Design and
Engineering
Alpina, the new chair designed by British designers Edward Barber and Jay Osger-
by, defines a new archetype for chairs from a perspective of all-round sustainability.
It’s inspired by a classical model of the alpine furniture tradition, known for its simple
design and multifunctional uses. It’s elegant and versatile, capable of adapting to
both traditional and more contemporary environments.
Simple and clean, yet curvaceous and enveloping, the new chair combines a solid
ash wood frame (FSC certified) with an injection moulded backrest in bio-based
polypropylene that derives 100% from waste cooking oils. Fully recyclable.
“As designers we have a great responsibility to adopt a sustainable and circular
approach at the core of our working practice. First and foremost we design with
longevity in mind…Every piece we launch is intended to be passed down through
the generations as a coveted heirloom…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 and Jay
Osgerby say.
Alpina is available in three variations: natural ash seat and legs with an olive green
backrest, natural ash seat and legs with a beige backrest, black stained ash seat
and legs with a black backrest. It’s suitable for both domestic and contract use.
