D49 by Hans Könecke

particularly the residential building that he referred to as Baukasten im Grossen (Large-scale building kit). Yet the frame of this armchair is significant for another reason. The armrests protrude freely and even the back of the chair does not touch the ground. When the upholstery is removed this cantilever armrest structure reveals itself as a precursor of the cantilev...

It all started with an image that would evoke Caspar David Friedrich, were it not firmly rooted in modernity: young Dutch artist Joop Couwenberg had observed fishermen gathering wastes from the ocean. Tons and tons of recyclable material collected for further processing, pressing and creating new designs. He was intrigued by the idea of lengthening the lifespan of a p...

But it is certain that with the invention of his folding chair D4 he created not only an iconic piece of tubular steel furniture but also what he considered an ideal companion for his favourite spot in the garden. Breuer''s idea of al fresco living inspired Tecta to make these masterpieces wind and weatherproof by adding sturdy outdoor fabrics. As befits the open-air sea...