First prototyped in 1972, it took over a decade for Terje Ekstrøm to find a manufacturer willing to bring Ekstrem™ to life. The design was unlike anything seen before – bold, playful, and entirely its own. At its core was function. Inspired by childhood memories of being told not to tilt his chair, Ekstrøm set out to create a chair that embraced movement. With varying depths and open forms, Ekstrem™ allows you shift positions freely, stretch out, and stay supported at the same time. More than 40 years later, Ekstrem™ stands as a pioneering piece, blending sculptural form with innovative function.

Ekstrem™ is not merely a chair, but a stand-alone object. The chair’s playful and unapologetic appearance delights design enthusiasts and children alike. Designed with ergonomic intention, Ekstrem™ is a functional sculpture with a soft and inviting surface. With varying depths, openings, and rounded edges, it allows you to shift positions freely, stretch out, and stay supported.

Varier is a furniture company based in Oslo, Norway. We make out-of-the-ordinary furniture that balances form and function, inviting you to move while you sit.