Marking a clear departure from their previous aluminum focused collections, exhibitor EOQ is now launching the first piece in the new ‘Yi’ collection designed by Michael Young.
According to Young, designer Hans Wegner was the inspiration behind the new collection:
“The lines Wegner creates with wood, bending and shaping, cannot really be surpassed. This was my main reason for attempting to work in a material other than plastic, metal or upholstery. The EOQ team and I found a great factory with skilled Japanese craftsmen and technicians in Asia and thus the Yi chair started to take shape.”
The chair is made using Ash wood which was used to create the deep backrest that flows into the front legs. Ergonomics were a key factor in creating this particular form.
The Yi chair was designed to be stacked for shipping with the seat removed. It will be available in a variety of stained finishes and will be complemented by a Dining table in the same collection.
EOQ will be exhibiting with Beijing Design Week as part of the Destination initiative at this year’s Downtown Design. Although they will not be bringing pieces from the Yi collection to the show, you can still look forward to some exciting EOQ lighting pieces instead.
Click here to register to visit EOQ at Downtown Design 2015.
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