Eddy Chair

The shapes of Eddy draw their inspiration from the cycling

world, from the minimal and elemental graphic design of the

fixie, the vintage bicycle. “If you think about it, many of the first

prototypes in the history of design were made in cycling

workshops,” explains Alain Gilles, the designer of the armchair,

“because that’s where the masters of tubular metal

manufacturing were, and they had the expertise required to

make those objects with such essential style.” The Eddy

armchair is built, using the same logic as bicycle construction,

around a tubular metal frame. Even the way in which the various

parts of the frame are connected – using “quick release” fittings

– is an obvious reference to the cycling world. The many colours

in which the metal frame is available, and the countless choices

among leather, eco-leather and fabric for the seat, make

graphic play possible. The armrests can be embellished with

side pockets which are useful for storing books and magazines

or to keep remote controls within easy reach. Eddy is available

with headrest (Eddy up) or without (Eddy).

Dimensions and Compositions