Henry Sgourakis is an Australian designer who was influenced by the warm memories from his childhood. He grew up in his Grandma’s house in post war Australia. The design of the NOOK chair pays homage to the lace doilies that decorated the interior of his grandmother’s home. In a world where technology seems to almost dictate our existence Sgourakis intend was to create a piece of furniture that would remind people of the simplicity of life as it was. This model was created by knitting with a strong frame in a circular pattern, mimicking a spider’s cobweb. The handcrafted chair looks fun, creative and sturdy. The cord used is UV protected, so it is suitable both for indoor and outdoor interior. It is not only a piece of furniture but also a great decorative element.

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