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Flip Chair: A Sustainable, Transformative Seating Solution Celebrated for Design Excellence

The Flip chair, designed by Niko Kapa, has been awarded the Iron A' Furniture Design Award 2025, highlighting its unique approach to flexibility, sustainability, and user-centered design. Inspired by the natural elasticity of bent plywood, the Flip chair features strips of steam-bent plywood that fold and overlap, forming a structure that adapts seamlessly to the user's needs. By simply flipping the chair, users can transform its posture and appearance, making it suitable for various environments and moods.

Central to the Flip chair's innovation is its environmentally conscious manufacturing process. Utilizing steam bending, the chair is crafted with minimal energy consumption and waste, avoiding toxic glues and employing low-VOC and natural oil finishes to showcase the wood's texture. This method not only preserves the material's integrity but also aligns with contemporary demands for sustainable furniture solutions. The chair is available in natural beech, black, and white finishes, further enhancing its versatility and appeal.

Ergonomics and structural integrity are achieved through the careful arrangement of overlapping plywood strips, secured at key connection points and complemented by integrated cushions. Extensive research and full-scale mockups ensured the chair's comfort, functionality, and minimal material use. The Flip chair's fluid lines and geometric folds create a visually striking yet lightweight and robust piece, reflecting Kapa's commitment to both form and function. Its adaptability and refined design make it a standout addition to Dorma Design's furniture collection and a testament to innovative, sustainable craftsmanship.

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