The Danish concept of ‘hygge’ emphasises relaxation and comfort in all things, qualities that provide the DNA for the Hyg collection from Normann Copenhagen and Simon Legald.
Legald’s focus is on sculpting the shape of the seat shell to maximise support for the human body, allowing you to relax into the luxurious upholstery and gracefully contoured seat. Complete with a swivel base, this version of the chair is ideally suited for use in a home office or conference room.
Simon Legald studies design at the The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, and will graduate in the Summer of 2012. His work consists of both small- and large scale products.
“Honesty is what makes a product understandable, and is what describes functionality of the products. If you understand the product, it doesn’t need any explanation. The essence of my design is for it to be bought and used. Therefore it has to satisfy not only the functional aspects, but also the psychological- and aesthetic needs. For me simplicity describes the true identity of objects, and makes them trustworthy. In my designs I try not to add any unnecessary details. I work with simplicity by highlighting the necessities instead of hiding them. It gives the product a simple and honest expression.”
