The eco-pick series featuring sustainable wooden use kicks off with the Sheep Chair. Minimal manmade imprints but incorporating natural elegance and sophistication into the fabrication as much as possible stand it out easily. Wendy explores the delicacy of premium E0 Beech, known for containing minimal formaldehyde, as a testament to GRADO’s commitment to maximizing eco-friendliness in designs. Additionally, the petite body proves to be the ideal for small confines such as fast catering service areas without parallels.
Upon returning from a captivating forest camping trip, Wendy Liu was profoundly moved by the magnificence of the towering trees and the tranquil presence of the graceful sheep she encountered in the wilderness. Fueled by this enchanting experience, she embarked on a mission to craft a wooden chair that would encapsulate the essence of human-centered comfort, sophistication, health, and durability on an unparalleled level.
Shell: 12mm plywood
Base: φ38mm beech wood.
Size：W420 D440 H785
Process: PU lacquer-coated
Variety: Natural beech & Black brushed
The Sheep Chair, fashioned from AAA-grade unsteamed white Beech, boasts an even color and rich texture, setting it apart as a unique and remarkable craft. Notably, with an average dry weight of 961kg/m³, this wood surpasses the oak kind by 20%, while its impact force exceeds that of standard wood by an impressive 40%. Furthermore, Wendy employed E0 beech wood laminated board with a formaldehyde content of just 0.5mg/L, ensuring structural integrity and environmental consciousness.
In terms of ergonomic design approach, Wendy refined the back curve to a precise 81.4°, harmonizing it with the natural contours of the human body and promising a perfect fit for the spine. Additionally, the chair legs angle outward by 2°, coupled with a solid grip to prevent slipping and ensure stability. In a word, Wendy captured the nature of elegance and sustainability in her creation.
USE CASE1_EDUCATIONAL_READING SPACE_feat. SHEEP CHAIR & OTTO MEETING TABLE IN BEECH LEGS
The petite Sheep Chairs sit in rows centering the Otto Table creating a tranquil and comfortable reading room in the public library or at school. The full lightness upon the wooden material that sweeps across the interior unveils the place as an escape in such a style vibe from bustle and hustle. The premium beech cuts down on its dry weight with itself padded at the base to avoid wearing out against the floor. We also make it a couple with the Otto Table which is based on the same wood kind. Collaborating with the wooden floor or slats of different categories but the same tone, the rich texture comes out naturally.
USE CASE2_OFFICE_MEETING&BRAINSTORMING SPACE_feat. SHEEP CHAIR & FLUX TABLE IN OAK LEGS; NEST BARSTOOL & OTTO MEETING TABLE IN BEECH LEGS
USE CASE MODELLING_READING NOOK: SHEEP CHAIRS & OTTO MEETING TABLE & EAVE SOFA & RAY COFFEE TABLE & SEESAW SOFA & LIP SOFA & LOTUS POUF
It might be slightly different from a normal office setting if applying a suite of Sheep Chairs at the long table even though with soft cushioning because of the small body size. However, we suggest combining with Nest Barstools as a supplement for someone’s controlling media station with convenience. The audience can just take a seat in the Sheep Chairs at a bit distance. The height difference can help the instructor guide the audience's attention. The spongy upholstery makes both Nest Barstools and Sheep Chairs the ideal set solidly covering up their wooden frame.
USE CASE3_CATERING CORNER_DINING AREA_feat. SHEEP CHAIR & FREE TABLE (CLOSE-UP) & ALOE LOUNGE CHAIR & PEBBLE COFFEE TABLE (WIDE-SHOT)
Fast catering service corner arrangements consider sparing space for Sheep Chairs’ independently speaking for themselves for little need to get into clusters. Small confines enable consumers to immerse in their afternoon tea time deeply either lounging in long private booth seats or the single Sheep Chair. The enhanced edition including Sheep Barstool and Sheep Chair with more seat width will be coming soon to ensure versatility in other environments. In this case, without sufficient vacancy to take in either large modules or just a single module of Aloe Lounge Chairs, we turn to Sheep Chairs as the best suit for the small square table.
USE CASE4_RESIDENTIAL_DINING AREA_feat. SHEEP CHAIR & PEBBLE COFFEE TABLE (SIZE: MEDIUM TO LARGE)
The Sheep Chairs are initially designed for home dining with families, therefore the stackable and lightweight properties are foregrounded for ease of movement and storage. In particular, we couple up the Pebble Coffee Table and Sheep Chairs that keep consistent in black beech exterior, co-curating the warmth of family hours. The extended series beyond simple single chairs including Sheep Barstools and the edition with soft cushioned seat and back or wider seat, are fully under plan. Some home dining zones that are equipped with a bar counter or kept as a part of an open living space, can give thought to these enhanced versions.
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