Stool 60 in Black Linoleum & Natural Lacquered Birch
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Stool 60 in Black Linoleum & Natural Lacquered Birch
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Description
Created by legendary Finnish designer Alvar Aalto in 1933, the Stool 60 represents the pinnacle of functionalist furniture design, characterised by its revolutionary curved L-leg. Crafted from birch wood, the idea behind the Stool 60 Collection was a simple one: to create a stackable, versatile seating solution. The concept was born when Aalto was asked to design the building and furniture for the municipal library at Viipuri, at the eastern edge of Finland, which led him to invent the innovative L-leg. By bending a piece of birch to a curved 90° angle, the L-leg could be fastened directly to the seat, eliminating the need for complicated framework or support and creating Aalto's signature spare, streamlined and simple aesthetic. Aalto's work was and remains appealing due to its warmth, humanity and common sense, with the designer himself believing that we should work for simple, good, undecorated things, but things that are in harmony with the human being. The instantly recognisable Stool 60 is crafted today to exacting standards by Artek, created with birch wood in a selection of vibrant and muted seat colours to suit every interior.
About The Conran Shop
A Legacy in Design
The Conran Shop started in 1972 on London's Fulham Road and quickly became a favourite for design lovers everywhere. It's more than just a store; it's where you find some of the best modern furniture, lights, and home items. Today, people know The Conran Shop as a place where great designs are carefully picked and presented.
The Visionary Sir Terence Conran
Sir Terence Conran was a man of many talents - from designing to running restaurants and writing books. He started The Conran Shop with one clear idea great design should be for everyone. He changed the way many of us think about our homes. Even today, the shop follows his big ideas and values.
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Every item at The Conran Shop is special. They have their own team in London making unique designs, and they also work with top designers from around the world. Each product is made by skilled people who love their craft. And it's not just about selling things; the shop offers excellent services like quick deliveries in London to make sure customers have the best experience.