Iconic Design Award 2019

A clever invention meant the breakthrough for Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin in the early 70s: He designed an office chair with the model number 1000 that was made almost entirely from conical, pluggable parts. It could be packed in a space-saving way that enabled economical shipping – a crucial competitive advantage, particularly for the export business. To mark the company’s 50th anniversary, the successful model got a makeover and is re-launched in many variations as 1000 classic. A modern classic with esprit that is still relevant in the New Work era.