The 20-06 was born from a meeting in 2003 between Gregg Buchbinder (Emeco) and John Small (Foster + Partners) at the NeoCon fair in Chicago. Norman Foster wanted a "neutral" chair, using as little material as possible while being as strong as possible — and lighter still than Frank Gehry's Superlight.
Handmade in Hanover, Pennsylvania, from 80% recycled aluminium. Lifetime warranty.
A slender, fully welded tube
The prototype was riveted; because heat treatment distorted the structure, the final version is fully welded. Its very fine 0.75″ square tube, with a thickened wall and reinforced curves, gives it a light silhouette: just 3 kg, with strength tested to 1,000 lb (about 450 kg).
"I like the anonymity of the chair, which fits perfectly with our vision of interior space." — Norman Foster
Indoors, outdoors, marine environments
Stacks 12 high. Approved for outdoor and marine environments, fireproof, compliant with ANSI/BIFMA X5.1. Carbon footprint: 12.72 kg CO₂e. Delivered assembled, on TPU glides (specific glides for hard floors or carpet as an option).
Finish and options
Hand-brushed aluminium (clear anodised). Seat pads or seat and back pads as an option, on request. It can be found at the Winspear Opera House in Dallas and at Drexel University in Philadelphia, among others.
Also in the range: the 20-06 armchair. Another Emeco aluminium classic: the Hudson chair.
Shipping: included in the price.
RECEIVING YOUR PARCEL Despite all the care taken with the packaging, it is essential to check the outside of the parcel in the presence of the delivery driver.
If the box is visibly damaged, crushed or open, please refuse the parcel and record a specific reservation on the delivery slip (e.g. "Box crushed", "Opened"). Then contact us immediately so that we can exchange your item.
RETURNS AND EXCHANGES In accordance with the legislation in force, you have 14 days from receipt to exercise your right of withdrawal. Return costs are borne by the customer, except in the event of a proven product defect. Items must be returned in their original packaging, complete and in perfect condition.
