Davis Furniture is pleased to introduce the Mudra Chair by German industrial designer Stefan Diez to the US contract market. Being the first product that Davis Furniture has offered by this Munich-based designer, Mudra has effortlessly situated itself within Davis' vast portfolio of design-driven products. After almost three years of development, Mudra draws upon Europe's rich design history while exploring new state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies. The result is an innovative plywood chair with a distinctly curved back and a lively silhouette.
"Mudra challenged my understanding of formal qualities and functionality in an exceptional way and would not have been possible without the profound knowledge of our suppliers and an unwavering devotion to design." – Stefan Diez
A light, flexible and stackable multi-use chair, Mudra is suited for a variety of applications including café, small meeting, guest and more. The open loop of the back elegantly embraces the user without limiting them to one sitting position. At the same time, Mudra's back is light and elastic, thus yielding resiliently to all movements. The chair's seat can be specified in matching oak or walnut veneers or can be subsequently upholstered for additional comfort.
Mudra's base is formed from a unified steel frame and is available in over 30 powder coat colors ranging from simple neutrals to lustrous pearls to Davis' vibrant Color Trends. Mudra's wood components are available in all of Davis' standard oak and walnut veneer finishes, as well as painted black oak veneer. Black plastic or felt glides are available. Adding to Mudra's functionality, these chairs may be stacked up to 5 high.
"We envision Mudra as a flexible chair that will function in different contexts, in the cafeteria, restaurants, at home or in the office. The chair has countless possibilities for use." – Stefan Diez
Stefan Diez is a Munich-based industrial designer and educator who creates products for the circular economy. Since founding his studio DIEZ OFFICE in 2002, Stefan has been at the forefront of transforming the ways in which contemporary products are developed and manufactured. The studio works across all typographies, such as furniture, lighting, architectural elements and accessories, bringing together technical expertise, creative experimentation and a rigorous commitment to sustainability. Throughout his career, Stefan has created numerous award-winning products, forming long-term collaborations with internationally renowned manufacturers such as HAY, Vibia, Magis, Herman Miller, e15, Midgard, Thonet, Rosenthal and others.
Founded in 1944, Davis Furniture is a leading voice in the contract furniture industry focused on placing Design at the center of every initiative while looking to the future of the workplace. Davis offers cutting-edge, innovative and aesthetically pleasing products designed and manufactured to benefit the functionality of the user and the interior. This fourth-generation, family-operated company continues to maintain the highest corporate integrity, a devoted loyalty to its customers and a never-ending dedication to design.
