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The Folding Chair Gets a Modern Update

While practical, traditional folding chairs can be pretty boring. Designer David Irwin took a look at the design and gave it a beautiful, modern update, which he presented at this year’s ICFF.

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The curved seat and back are made from layered birch ply with oiled oak veneer, which transitions into the round oak legs. When not in use, the chair can easily be folded up and stored away or hung on a wall where it doesn’t take up any floor space.

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Caroline Williamson is the former Editor-in-Chief of Design Milk and a writer with a passion for modern design, architecture, and creative culture. She holds a BFA in photography from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) and can usually be found searching for vintage wares, solving New York Times crossword puzzles in pen, or curating Spotify playlists.