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101 CHAIR

Product catalog summary

Designer Overview

Helen Kontouris is a distinguished designer known for her sculptural work and use of contrasting materials. Her designs, including the 101 Chair, Chubby Sofa, and La La stool, are inspired by everyday interactions and travel experiences.

101 Chair Design Inspiration

The 101 Chair draws inspiration from natural landscapes and the work of Australian-American artist Clement Meadmore. It features a twisting form with defined negative space, resembling a swan or a piece of fettuccini mid-twist. The chair encourages interaction and exploration from different angles.

Recognition and Awards

In 2017, the 101 Chair was acquired by the National Gallery of Victoria for its permanent collection and was a finalist in the Cicely and Colin Rigg Design Award.

Specifications

The 101 Chair measures 860mm (33.9 inches) in height and 770mm (30.3 inches) in depth. It is part of Schiavello's Divina MD category.

ColourLab

Schiavello's ColourLab offers a curated palette of finishes, balancing color, texture, and layering across various materials, enhancing both commercial and home settings.

Additional Information

For more details or to find a showroom, visit Schiavello's website. All intellectual property rights are reserved by Schiavello Group Pty Ltd.

Catalog excerpts

HELEN KONTOURIS Helen Kontouris is an accomplished designer who is inspired by her observation of everyday experiences, of people’s interaction with objects, and fresh perspectives gained from travel. Renowned for her use of contrasting materials, Helen’s work has often been described as sculptural. Her products invite exploration and an intimate and sensory engagement beyond their immediacy, leading to the development of the 101 Chair, Chubby Sofa and La La stool for Schiavello.

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The 101 Chair is an interpretation of the qualities of natural landscape; a fluid metamorphosis which from each angle suggests interaction, tactility and playfulness.

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A confluence of form and experience invites each individual who encounters the chair to indulge in their own responsiveness to its sculptural form. Inspired by Australian-American artist Clement Meadmore’s work, the 101 Chair was Helen Kontouris’ initial foray into furniture design. Sculptural and unique, the chair encourages interaction, inviting you to move around it and explore its angles. It features a twisting form, defined negative space and a side profile that resembles a swan. “A beautiful quote I heard is that it looks like a suspended piece of fettuccini, mid-twist,” says Kontouris....

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ColourLab Schiavello’s innovative ColourLab brings a considered and cohesive palette of finishes to working and living spaces. Curated by Giulio Ridolfo and developed by Schiavello, the new palette beautifully balances colour, texture and layering across a variety of materials.

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101 is a refined and sophisticated design for commercial or home settings. www.schiavello.com/101 To find a Schiavello Showroom or partner in your area, please visit www.schiavello.com/location All intellectual property rights and copyrights are reserved. Nothing contained in this brochure may be reproduced without written permission. Schiavello Group Pty Ltd reserves the right to change any or all details without prior notice. All dimensions stated within this document are nominal and/or approximate only and subject to variation. SCH/HO1.OD-A

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