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Designed for effortless handling in everyday activities such as stacking and moving, this chair minimizes wobbling when lifted, creating a lighter feel than its actual weight. Its design allows for a natural grip from the front, enabling smooth stacking with minimal movement. This chair is set to become a new standard, its ease of use becoming increasingly apparent with repeated use.

Founded in 2002 by Kim Colin and Sam Hecht, this design firm reflects a deep consideration of form and a unique understanding of contemporary life. Their approach to creating beauty from practicality in products, furniture, and exhibitions is highly regarded, and their philosophical yet practical methods are widely praised. Colin and Hecht have served as creative directors for Muji, Herman Miller, and Mattiazzi, and represent international clients such as Wästberg, &Tradition, and Santa & Cole. They hold the title of Royal Designer for Industry, and their works are included in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York, the Centre Pompidou in Paris, the Design Museum in Helsinki, and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. A complete collection of their work was published by Phaidon Press in 2018.

It features the essential basic functions for work, such as seat height adjustment, smooth synchronized rocking, and locking of the initial rocking angle. The backrest is designed to accommodate various sitting positions, and the sides that cradle the body can also be used as armrests. It embraces the fluctuations that occur with each change in posture, seamlessly connecting concentration and relaxation. The floating-like shoulder rest has a light appearance, yet its supportive shape provides a sense of security, allowing you to lean back without interrupting your thoughts.

Product designer at NII DESIGN TEAM. Drawing on his engineering experience in mechanical and structural design, and his knowledge of ergonomics, he specializes in chair designs that seamlessly integrate functionality, comfort, and styling. At ITOKI, he has consistently designed "things you sit on," including office task chairs, meeting chairs, lounge chairs, sofas, and lobby chairs for public spaces. As a product that sits closest to the human body, his passion for chair design, which deeply impacts daily life, is endless. He has received numerous awards, including the iF Design Award GOLD, Red Dot Design Award, and GOOD DESIGN Award.

By incorporating casters* beneath the base, concealing them from view, this stool achieves effortless, gliding movement. It moves naturally when needed and its position can be adjusted to suit the environment, flexibly adapting to people's movements and the flow of conversation. Beyond its use as a stool, it also functions as a simple table, increasing layout flexibility in workshops, meetings, and lounge spaces. It's a versatile piece that excels in a variety of office environments.

Creative Director and Product Designer at NII. While adhering to a comprehensive approach that traverses and fuses seemingly opposing elements such as objects and experiences, digital and physical, and space and product, he aims for primitive and clear creativity. During his 10 years stationed in London, UK, he was involved in the development and branding of products for the global market, as well as the spatial design of offices and events, and participated in the Milan Salone multiple times. After working at TOTO and Sony, he joined ITOKI. He also designs furniture and objects as a freelance designer. He has received numerous awards, including the iF Design Award GOLD, Red Dot Design Award Best of Best, and GOOD DESIGN AWARD Gold. He is a guest lecturer at design universities in Japan and the UK.

ITOKI CORPORATION was founded in 1890. With the mission statement We Design Tomorrow. We Design WORK-Style." the company manufactures and sells office furniture, designs office spaces, provides work style consulting and office data analysis services, and also supports the creation of various “Space," “Environment," and “Place" by leveraging its strength in "AI x Design based on people."
As hybrid work becomes more widespread and the places and styles of work diversify, we are also developing spatial DX to enhance productivity and creativity, as well as consulting services that provide ongoing support for optimal office management. We actively collaborate with external designers and partner companies to propose new work styles and workplaces for the future.
URL: https://www.itoki.jp/