For the
Beetle collection, designers Stine Gam and Enrico Fratesi were inspired by the beetle, studying the insect's anatomy, aesthetics and movement. The
Beetle chair met its public as soon as it was introduced in 2013 and has since become the biggest commercial success for the Danish house
Gubi. Thus, the collection reinterprets the characteristic elements of the beetle: its shape, joints, the rigid appearance on the outside and the softness on the inside.
The
Beetle chair is a blend of classic Italian design and Scandinavian traditions. The studio's creations often play with the heritage of classic Danish design, but also with nature and more particularly the world of insects, since the
Beetle was inspired by the shell of beetles. For this version, the
chair Beetle is covered in a luxurious
velvet associated with elegant, slightly tapered legs in black epoxy-coated steel or brass. Silky, velvety and warm, this fabric embodies a refined and glamorous spirit. The seat and backrest are made of moulded plywood, covered with fabric and padded for optimum comfort.
The elegant shape of the
Beetle seat is underlined by leather piping that highlights the contours of the seat and back.
Gubi offers several intense and vibrant colours of the
beetle chair in velvet, to bring a friendly and cosy feel to interiors. GamFratesi studio's creations embody the union of Italian design with Danish sobriety. Contrasts are often the key to the inspiration of this duo who work with a purely Scandinavian artisanal approach, simple and functional, but always with a strong concept and story, integrated in each of their creations.
Ultra-comfortable, the
beetle chair in
velours finds its place in a variety of environments: around a dining table, in front of a desk, at home or in the workplace. Its attractive design, exceptional comfort and wide range of customisation options have won over private customers and interior designers alike, and it can now be found in many of the world's most renowned restaurants.