Fly Armchair

Fly Armchair by Pepe Lima

INSPIRATION:

Contrary to most creations Fly was not born through a source of material inspiration; it is the result of studies of deconstructivist compositions with the objective of creating a product with disconnected elements but that paradoxically could result in a harmonious object. The focus was to use the "organized-chaos" with a concordance of the radii between the edges that soften the discontinuity and convey the impression of something exploded while fitting together with precision and coherence.

UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The Fly armchair's greatest differentials are its illusorily disconnected parts, which are presented as something "exploded" and which awaken the spectator's reflection: "how can everything be in its proper place without the aid of wooden crosspiece, screws and supports?" The layers play and the paradoxical perception of a product with totally separate elements, but resulting in a harmonious whole, is also one of the attributes that makes Fly different from other products in the same category.

OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION:

Due to the choice of materials, the armchair is a product totally designed for indoor environments and is not suitable for wet and outdoor environments. Extremely humid environments or direct contact with water can damage and warp the plywood. Direct sunlight should be avoided so as not to fade the plywood and fabric. In the case of synthetic leather, overheating can reduce its life cycle.

PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION:

The project started in September 2020 in São Bento do Sul / Brazil and finished in March 2021.

PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY:

Due to the absence of crosspieces and other fixation points, the armchair has an elaborate solid wooden structure inside that at the same time accommodates the seat and backrest, it serves as the main structure for the armchair. Such structure is covered with foam and fabric where the other parts and feet are screwed in a hidden and strategic way. After that, the two pointed "under armrests" are attached to the armchair, which besides being aesthetic, play an important function in the structuring and solidity of the armchair feet and arms.

SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES:

L91 x W73 x H80 cm

The 'Fly' armchair has been designed by Pepe Lima as a furniture piece with a modern design flair that offers an illusory experience for onlookers. The chair maintains a seemingly deconstructed design aesthetic that's achieved with bent plywood over the frame to have it appear as though it's floating just above the body. The chair is paired with leather-covered cushions on the seat itself and the backrest to provide a touch of undulating comfort against the hard structural design.

The 'Fly' armchair could be compared to the iconic Eames lounge chair and helps to elevate the form into a modern furniture piece for the home. The chair is the Gold Winner of the A’ Design Award for 2022.

WITH ITS BENT WOOD VENEER AND LEATHER DESIGN, THE FLY ARMCHAIR FEELS LIKE A MODERN TAKE ON THE EAMES LOUNGE CHAIR