The Sara Armchair by Davide Conti Designs is the past winner of the Sun.Lab international competition for young designers. Sun.lab was established to provide a platform for "research and experimentation that SUN organizes to encourage the emerging of new proposals, innovative design approaches, and new ways to conceive outdoor living." according to Sun.Lab.
This chair combines clean minimalist lines with ergonomic design. The frame is wood and a chair pad adds a softer layer of comfort. It has a sculptural quality that is appealing but until it is tested personally, it is visually difficult to tell if it is comfortable-and THAT is the real test for a fully developed great design. I would say since it is the winner of the Sun.Lab competition-it probably passes the test.
The Sun.Lab Outdoor Furniture Design Competition in Italy is open to young designers 35 years and younger from around the world. For details and more information on the current competition, visit their website at http://www.sungiosun.it/sun_eng.html.
To see more of David Conti's work, visit his website at www.DavideConti.It/
