Akademia Chair xmas23 The use of a woven

The use of a woven backrest and seat

The umbrella material has the highest UV protection rating achievable for fabric as well as being treated to withstand water and dirt

Considerable expertise is needed to bring an artisan process to manufacture while retaining the originality and character of both artists’ work

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Akademia Chair xmas23 The use of a wovenAkademia Chair by Wesley Walters & Salla Luhtasela for Nikari. The Akademia chair was designed by designer duo Wesley Walters and Salla Luhtasela in 2019. Developed as part of Wesley Walter's thesis work at Aalto University, the chair draws inspiration from many cultures: Finnish manufacturing heritage, simplistic American Shaker style and Japanese design traditions. These inspirations are seen uniting in the straight, classic frame and softly curved