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Self-supported Upholstery Seats

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Hardened Leather Chair by Nikolaj Steenfatt Looks Very Organic

— February 13, 2013 — Art & Design
The Hardened Leather Chair looks like something that would reside in a log cabin, one in which an avid hunter keeps all of his prized kills in. Of course, the walls would be mounted with trophy heads while the floors and furniture would be covered in animal skins. In this case, hardened leather animal skin.

Created by Nikolaj Steenfatt, a designer based in Copenhagen, Denmark, the Hardened Leather Chair was made using an old technique for hardening leather in a 100% natural way. Although this technique was often reserved for the fashioning of corsets and armours, it clearly fits in with furniture as well. A sort of self-supported upholstery, it gives the chair a ruggedly rich appeal.

Sponsored by Søren Leather, the Hardened Leather Chair uses a frame of light ash wood.
Trend Themes
1. Natural Upholstery - Opportunity for furniture makers to explore eco-friendly and sustainable options to satisfy the growing demand for natural materials in upholstery.
2. Rugged Aesthetics - Opportunity for designers to explore the beauty and appeal of rugged aesthetics in furniture design using unconventional materials and techniques.
3. Revival of Traditional Techniques - Opportunity for manufacturers to revive traditional techniques in furniture production to create unique and durable products that stand out in the market.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture - The furniture industry can leverage eco-friendly and sustainable materials and innovative techniques to create unique and long-lasting products.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers can incorporate unconventional and natural materials in furniture design to create distinctive and appealing living spaces for their clients.
3. Fashion - Fashion brands can expand their product lines by exploring the use of traditional techniques in the production of furniture and home decor items.
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