The S 774 is based on a classic design: the S 664 chair, designed by Eddie Harlis in 1954 for Thonet. The original S 664 moulded wood seat shell has been subtly re-designed, resulting in a more contemporary, angular outline compared to the original elliptic shape. Much effort has been invested in increasing the chair’s comfort. The new seat shell is broader and ergonomically shaped, allowing more freedom of movement and also a diagonal posture. Additionally, the shell’s contours are rounded, which also contributes to the chair’s comfort. There is a reason why the seat shell’s glossy curved lines are reminiscent of luxury cars: the innovative RTM technique is a method deriving from the automotive sector. Carbon fibre reinforcement and a plastic core element are placed in a specially developed aluminium mould into which transparent epoxy resin is injected. This is a new technique that creates something like a ‘behind glass’ effect, which defines the chair’s special high-tech aesthetics.
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