jasper morrison: basel chair for vitra

jaser morrison: basel chair for vitraphoto: marc eggimann

renewing the classic genre of simple wooden chairs, jasper morrison‘s ‘basel’ for vitra is constructed from a solid wooden frame, supporting a plastic seat and back, emphasizing a more pronounced organic shape. overall, the harmonious proportions of the ‘basel’ chair offer enhanced surface texture, as well as a thinner–and more flexible–design compared to all-wood types. the combination of materials also provides more comfort than those exclusively made from timber, and with visual interest offered as a result of the two-tone variants.

color variationsimage courtesy of vitra

great for the dining roomimage courtesy of vitra

or commercial applicationsimage courtesy of vitra

‘basel’ chair on display at the vitra booth during 2008 salone del mobileimage © designboom

‘basel’ chair image © designboom