When Swiss architect Pierre Jeanneret devised a teak-and-cane chair in the 1950s, his reasoning was simple: The people needed seats. The design was just one of several by Jeanneret that would be produced by the thousands for Chandigarh, India, the utopian city created by his cousin Le Corbusier.
PIERRE JEANNERET OFFICE/DINNING CHAIR
This chair is an iconic piece of design. It is raw in its simplicity. The A-shaped legs are specific for many Chandigarh items.
PJ ARMCHAIR AND SEAT PAD
The floating backseat is a special detail, which brings the shape in a surprising balance. It creates a specific lightness.
KANGAROO CHAIR
Designed in the 1950s by Swiss architect Pierre Jeanneret, the Kangaroo Chair has now become a mid-century design classic all over the world. Its simple and modern aesthetic has fascinated celebrities and the design community alike.