Taking its design cues from Rainer Daumiller’s original armchair, created in the 1970s, this side chair retains the classic expression while introducing a movable backrest that gently tilts with the sitter’s movements, providing even greater support and comfort.
The Daumiller Side Chair’s rustic appeal is enhanced by the rich textures of the handwoven natural rush seat, crafted with precision to maintain its decorative weave that beautifully complements the frame’s wood grain. With its natural materials and earthy colour palette, this piece celebrates the charm of country living - bringing warmth and a sense of familiarity to any space.
Born in 1939, Rainer Daumiller’s design career began at elementary school, where he designed a desk and a wardrobe with a friend.
Apprenticing as a cabinetmaker in a nearby town, his talents blossomed under the supervision of Enwin Behr, who introduced Daumiller to the philosophies of Rudolph Steiner. Moving to Denmark in 1959, Daumiller studied under Ole Gjerlov Knudsen and Ole Vestergaard, where he gained an appreciation for new materials, along with a deepening of his carpentry skills. Daumiller is best known for his work with soaped pine, drawing inspiration from his childhood home, and his iconic dining chair was produced by the same Danish sawmill for over 25 years.
