Plastic Chairs, between past and future

How chairs have developed during the years? And above all, have they?

The answer to the second question is quite simple, yes they have! But always with an eye on tradition, without forgetting our past because, let's face it, the past will probably represent itself again in the future.

It's been a very long way but at present we can safely say chairs are not only useful objects where people can seat and dine or rest, they've become a cult object. The never-ending search for new shapes, materials and manufacturing techniques brought us exquisite examples of contemporary design chairs and armchairs.

These chairs and armchairs are able just by themselves to furnish an entire room thanks to their mere presence. Bright and funny colours, original shapes, innovative concepts and manufacturing techniques; seating on a chair like this is just like seating on a contemporary work of art.

Let's have a look at some examples.

Raviolo armchair is a brand new made in Italy product, designed by famous Israeli designer Ron Arad and produced by Magis; the perfect mixture of Italian furniture reliability and innovative thinking.

This armchair has a structure composed by a single polyethylene "ribbon", manufactured with rotational moulding technique. The result is a modern chair with a distinctive and funny look that resembles a stuffed ravioli. The 8 different colours at disposal will satisfy the needs of everyone.

Raviolo armchair by Magis designed by Ron Arad

Flower low chair by Magis is another example of how good Italy works with the greatest designers of modern times. In this case I'm talking about Pierre Paulin; Flower is infact a reinterpretation of the original design made by Paulin during the 60s. What was I saying about the past being our future?

Flower comes with a modern and organic shape, elegant and perfect just like a sculpture but lightened by the transparency of the material used (polycarbonate, a plastic material that can be easily worked and moulded). The coloured cushions are the perfect touch to brighten the room.

Flower low chair by Magis in polycarbonate with coloured cushion

The whole concept of past and future brought us to a chair symbol of this marriage: Milano 2015 chair. Presented in 2010 at Milan's Furniture Fair, it has been specifically created to commemorate Milan Expo which will take place in 2015.

This Italian design chair revisits the classic lines of the typical Milan tavern chair in a modern way by using moulded plastic materials. Available in a nylon version with thick colours or in an even more modern version made of polycarbonate with transparent glossy colours. Completely made in Italy from design to manufacturing process, Milano 2015 is perfect for the people who wants a contemporary chair without forgetting about tradition.