The new all-wood rendition of the Principal Chair design by Bodil Kjær – Karakter

PRINCIPAL CHAIR – ALL WOOD
Bodil Kjær, 1961

Conceived by mid-century Danish architect and designer Bodil Kjær, the piece is characterised by its expert use of material and simple yet sophisticated form that transcends trends, providing a piece that can be cherished for generations.

Every aspect of the Principal Chair is thoughtfully considered, resulting in a piece that exudes elegance and functionality. Balancing geometric structures with soft organic shapes, the piece forgoes unnecessary ornamentation in favour of streamlined forms.

The new all-wood rendition of the Principal Chair epitomises the essence of the series, offering a classic and versatile option suitable for various environments. Whether adorning the dining spaces of restaurants or the cosy corners of private homes, the chair adds a touch of sophistication to any setting.

“With a focus on clarity and simplicity, every element of the Principal Chair serves a purpose, down to the smallest detail,” says Christian Elving, Karakter’s CEO & Co-Founder. “Crafted from solid oak and veneer, as well as solid oak, solid walnut, and coloured versions, these chairs cater to diverse preferences while maintaining the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.”

Founded on rebellious curiosity and a passion for the unique, Karakter is a bit out of the ordinary. Always maintaining an international outlook, Karakter presents a striking portfolio of furniture, lighting and objects from designers who have already written the history of design to those who are aspiring to write the future. All designers collaborating with Karakter are curated for their ideas and creativity and shared by all of them is an inspiring level of curiosity and an uncompromising take on their work. Boasting both the relevant and honest, the beautiful, the playful and the expressive, all designs have a clear, undeniable character. Ready to spark curiosity and start conversations.

 

 

ABOUT BODIL KJÆR
She has been featured in The New York Times and Wall Street Journal Magazine. She designed a desk for MIT which was dubbed ‘The most beautiful desk in the world’ and eventually immortalized in 3 early James Bond movies. Danish architect, designer and professor Bodil Kjær (born 1932) is the female trailblazer of Danish midcentury design, who although tutored by modernist master Finn Juhl, in her own words “… never had much interest in following in the footsteps of the Danish rat pack”. Kjær looked to America, inspired by Charles and Ray Eames, and indeed many of her most notable designs stems from her time in the U.S., where she briefly worked at Paul McCobb, before moving to Boston to further her career in corporate interior architecture.
Kjær’s reignited prominence as a designer in later years is well deserved. Pared back, elegant and decidedly modern, her iconic pieces slip effortlessly into contemporary life 60 years on.