Description
In 2008, British design duo Edward Baber and Jay Osgerby were commissioned to develop a furniture concept for London's Royal Society of Arts Academy. They realized that no existing chair was suitable for 21st-century learning: almost all seating for learning was based on outdated pedagogical lines - on transmitting knowledge to static pupils, who were expected to learn by sitting still. Barber & O ...
In 2008, British design duo Edward Baber and Jay Osgerby were commissioned to develop a furniture concept for London's Royal Society of Arts Academy. They realized that no existing chair was suitable for 21st-century learning: almost all seating for learning was based on outdated pedagogical lines - on transmitting knowledge to static pupils, who were expected to learn by sitting still. Barber & Osgerby drew up a list of criteria that a modern seat for young students should meet: indestructible, lightweight, easy to manufacture, silent, stackable, colorful and fully recyclable. And it must allow movement. These complex requirements call for a revolutionary seat - for an entirely new seating position.
Immobility is toxic for the whole organism, including the brain. Modern research into "dynamic sitting" is conclusive: a forward-tilted sitting position helps to prevent physical disorders and promotes blood circulation - and thus the ability to concentrate. Vitra's interest in Barber & Osgerby's project marked the start of an intensive design process lasting over two years. Countless technical drawings and more than 30 prototypes were produced. Given its intended use in educational establishments, the Tepee chair underwent numerous rigorous tests to meet the requirements in force in different countries. The tool used to build the Tip Ton mold, made from injection-molded polypropylene, weighs over 20 tons - the seat just 4.5 kg!
The Tepee Ton chair can be set in two positions: in addition to the classic upright resting position, it tilts forward in a controlled manner thanks to a Furniture glide inclined at around 9°. Tip Ton allows you to vary positions, to straighten the pelvis and spine, to improve blood circulation in the abdominal and back muscles, and to stimulate brain oxygenation and concentration. The user can remain in this reclined position for long periods.
Made entirely from Polypropylene, this one-piece chair has no mechanical components and lacks the sophisticated technology of an office chair. Tepee isn't just for school. The dynamic two-stroke seating position is so Natural, that Tip Ton is equally at home as a universal chair in Desk environments and private homes. Tip Ton makes the ergonomic qualities once reserved for Desk armchairs accessible in new environments. Tepee Ton can be stacked and used both indoors and outdoors.
This version of the Tip Ton RE chair is made from high-quality recycled polypropylene derived from recycled household waste, in particular used packaging. Using this raw material instead of primary Petroleum-based plastics means a 54% reduction in climate-damaging emissions, coupled with a significant drop in primary energy consumption. To achieve the required stability and quality, a certain proportion of Fibreglass fibre is added to the recycled material. The dark grey shade of Tip Ton RE is the natural shade of the processed recycling material, with very slight color irregularities. Tepee Ton RE itself is 100% recyclable.
Due to the high quality of Vitra originals, the manufacturer offers a 10-year warranty (register your product on the dedicated website to benefit from the extended warranty).
Immobility is toxic for the whole organism, including the brain. Modern research into "dynamic sitting" is conclusive: a forward-tilted sitting position helps to prevent physical disorders and promotes blood circulation - and thus the ability to concentrate. Vitra's interest in Barber & Osgerby's project marked the start of an intensive design process lasting over two years. Countless technical drawings and more than 30 prototypes were produced. Given its intended use in educational establishments, the Tepee chair underwent numerous rigorous tests to meet the requirements in force in different countries. The tool used to build the Tip Ton mold, made from injection-molded polypropylene, weighs over 20 tons - the seat just 4.5 kg!
The Tepee Ton chair can be set in two positions: in addition to the classic upright resting position, it tilts forward in a controlled manner thanks to a Furniture glide inclined at around 9°. Tip Ton allows you to vary positions, to straighten the pelvis and spine, to improve blood circulation in the abdominal and back muscles, and to stimulate brain oxygenation and concentration. The user can remain in this reclined position for long periods.
Made entirely from Polypropylene, this one-piece chair has no mechanical components and lacks the sophisticated technology of an office chair. Tepee isn't just for school. The dynamic two-stroke seating position is so Natural, that Tip Ton is equally at home as a universal chair in Desk environments and private homes. Tip Ton makes the ergonomic qualities once reserved for Desk armchairs accessible in new environments. Tepee Ton can be stacked and used both indoors and outdoors.
This version of the Tip Ton RE chair is made from high-quality recycled polypropylene derived from recycled household waste, in particular used packaging. Using this raw material instead of primary Petroleum-based plastics means a 54% reduction in climate-damaging emissions, coupled with a significant drop in primary energy consumption. To achieve the required stability and quality, a certain proportion of Fibreglass fibre is added to the recycled material. The dark grey shade of Tip Ton RE is the natural shade of the processed recycling material, with very slight color irregularities. Tepee Ton RE itself is 100% recyclable.
Due to the high quality of Vitra originals, the manufacturer offers a 10-year warranty (register your product on the dedicated website to benefit from the extended warranty).
In detail:
Variation : Mango
Brand : Vitra
Designer : Edward Barber - Jay Osgerby
Type : Stacking chair
Colour : Mango
Material : Recycled polypropylene (made from post-consumer waste), 100% recyclable - Furniture glide: recycled polyethylene
- Dimensions : W 50.9 x D 55.5 cm x H 78.6 cm - Seat : H 46.2 cm
- Weight : 10.56 lb
- Characteristics : Recycled material from recycled Kitchen cupboard waste - Creation date: 2011 - For indoor & outdoor use - Stackable (x 4) - 2 positions: classic straight + tilted forward (ergonomic tilted position, ideal for working as it straightens the pelvis and spine, improves blood circulation, stimulates brain oxygenation and concentration) - 10-year warranty (register your product on the dedicated website to benefit from the extended warranty)
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