Examining the fundamental essence of lounge chairs, Simon Legald has stripped the design of the Normann Copenhagen Timb Lounge Chair back to the barest necessities, creating a timeless piece of furniture that honours natural materials and expert craftsmanship. The slight curve of the backrest and slender armrests invite hours of peaceful relaxation, enhanced by the wide seat.
The chair is manufactured using elegant dowel joints, removing the need for screws, shining a spotlight on natural materials.
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.”
