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Hang Zen: 11 Gorgeous Suspended Chairs
Slide Nr 1Let’s be honest: the desire to while away the hours in a hammock, swaying in the wind as you catch a little nap or read a good book, doesn’t just disappear as summer fades away. For those who’d like to add a bit of sway to their days – and some style to their interiors – these indoor hanging chairs will do the trick.
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Slide Nr 2Bubble Chair by Eero Arnio – After making his mark with the iconic Ball Chair in 1963 – whose futuristic Mod design earned it a spot in movies like Mars Attacks! – Finnish designer Eero Aarnio followed it up five years later with the Bubble Chair. Why a hanging chair, you may ask? Because, according to Arnio, “there is no nice way to make a clear pedestal.” The transparent acrylic bubble with its stainless steel outer ring creates a secluded environment while simultaneously allowing light to filter through. It’s a pretty clear design statement, if you ask us. [Photo © Eero Aarnio Originals]
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Slide Nr 3Hive by Nick Rawcliffe – The name is the game with British designer Nick Rawcliffe’s Hive chair. Right from the first glance, you can see the connection between this exquisite design and its natural inspiration, with concentric but incomplete wooden rings forming a distinctly organic shape, linked together by a nautical rope. The major difference between the Hive chair and a real beehive? When you climb inside this cosy nest, you won’t want to be as busy as a bee – quite the opposite, in fact. [Photo via rawstudio.co.uk]
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Slide Nr 4Hammock Chairs by La Siesta – Habana Chocolate or Currambera Cherry? No, we’re not talking about cocktails (although a delicious drink would just be the thing to complete this impeccable picture of relaxation) – we’re talking about the colourful hammock chairs by La Siesta. Much like the original forebears of the modern hammock, these “cradles of the gods” are made in South America. They also combine comfort and sustainability, with fabric produced from 100% organic cotton (also available in HamacTex® for the waterproof variants) and a spreader bar made of bamboo from responsibly managed forests. [Photos via lasiesta.com]
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Slide Nr 5Hanging Chairs by Studio Stirling – When a minimalist aesthetic meets the durability of steel, and both join forces for a sophisticated yet unexpected design, you can bet Studio Stirling is behind it. Joanina and David Pastoll, the husband-wife duo who founded the brand, are a team both in work and in life – and this harmony of purpose comes across in their beautifully handcrafted hanging swing chairs. From the Nest Egg to the Leaf, the Seed Pod and the Wheel, each chair is its own work of unique and practical art. Want to put your stamp on one of their designs? Their Cross-Stitch model lets you literally embroider a chair with the pattern of your choice. [Photo via Studio Sterling]
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Slide Nr 6Zome by KODAMA – While in Chile exploring natural building methods, civil and structural engineer Richie Duncan became fascinated with geometric zome architecture (“zome” being a portmanteau of “dome” and “zonohedron”) and devised his own hanging zome structural system – eventually leading him to create his stunning Zome chair and establish his own design firm, KODAMA. Zome loungers come in small or family sizes, and feature custom-fitted cushions that allow for airflow and provide a comfy nest for working, chatting and simply relaxing. What’s more, purchases support KODAMA Gives Back, the company’s philanthropic initiative that helps provide assistance for kids with special needs. [Photo via Studio Sterling]
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Slide Nr 7Cageling by Ontwerpduo – Has any cage ever been this freeing? In keeping with the Dutch designers’ aim of “taking fairy-tale ideas and translating them into functional designs to surprise the world,” the beautiful Cageling pendant chair by Ontwerpduo is a statement-making addition to any living room or porch area. Thanks to a hard-as-nails weatherproof coating, Cageling is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, and can be ordered in any colour you like. [Design by Ontwerpduo, Photos by Lisa Klappe]
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Slide Nr 8SVVVING by Renaissance – Who said swings only belong on playgrounds? With a little out-of-the-box thinking, Polish designers Marie Najdovski and Radek Podsiadlo take the classic childhood swing out of its usual environment and place it into the grown-up world, lending a playful yet polished touch to any space. The SVVVING is available in 15 colour and texture variations, with walnut wood, polished lacquer or coloured varnish for the bench, and vachetta leather, suede, wool or cotton for the seat. [Photos via SVVVING]
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Slide Nr 9Meadow Macramé Hanging Chair by Urban Outfitters – The hanging macramé trend isn’t just for plants – this fashionable hanging chair is truly Instagram-ready, and will add a soft air of boho chic to any room. Made in India, the chair is composed of robust netted cotton with fringe accents, promising a sturdy and comfy spot for reading, working or (literally) hanging out. [Photo via urbanoutfitters.com]
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Slide Nr 10Hemingway Single by Byron Bay Hanging Chairs – We can totally imagine the eponymous author nestled in a hammock, rocking in the Key West breeze as he takes a rest from penning one of his great works. But if he’d had a swaying chair this stylish and cosy, perhaps it would have become his favourite place to write. Byron Bay Hanging Chairs’ Hemingway model in rattan evokes visions of seaside bliss, and can transport you to straight paradise from your own home – after all, who doesn’t need a vacation every now and then? [Photo via byronbayhangingchairs.com.au]
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Slide Nr 11Globo Chair by Amazonas – Clean, circular lines and a clean, green ethos – the Globo Chair is made of FSC-certified spruce from sustainably managed forests, and all materials come from EU sources and have been processed in Europe via eco-friendly methods. The cushions are available in five colours, made of cotton or weather-resistant Agora – should you choose to enjoy the chair in the great outdoors. [Photo © AMAZONAS GmbH, Germany and amazonas-online.com]
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Slide Nr 12Ski Chairlift by Vintage Winter – Are you coping with the heat of summer with dreams of hot cocoa and ski slopes? Skip ahead to winter (from the warm and comfort of your living room) in the Ski Chairlift for two inspired by the first ski lifts in North America. With its aged wooden seats set in a vintage red metal frame, this chair doesn’t technically hang from the ceiling, but it will lift your spirits to new heights – even in the off-season. [Photo via vintagewinter.com]
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