DOMUS

Overview

DOMUS By Artek

Collection: Domus

Designer: Ilmari Tapiovaara

Manufacture year: 1946

Type: Wooden chair with armrests

A masterpiece of modern furniture design, the Domus Chair was created as part of a series of furniture for the Domus Academica student housing complex in Helsinki.‎ Comfortable enough to allow sitting for long periods of time, the Domus Chair achieved great success internationally, becoming known as “The Finn Chair.‎” The characteristic short arms mean that the Domus Chair can be pulled close to a table, perfect for studying at a desk and dining, while offering the necessary support and comfort.‎ Designed in 1946 by Ilmari Tapiovaara, Domus Chairs have been placed in homes and public spaces around the world ever since.‎ Frame: Solid birch or Solid oak Seat and back core: Form-pressed birch veneer Seat and back surface: Birch veneer or Oak veneer Domus Chair is available with or without upholstery: Fabric upholstery with PU foam padding Leather upholstery with PU foam padding