Concept

The Helix Swing Chair was conceived as a functional sculpture. Inspired by the twisting geometry of a helix, the chair was designed to appear in motion even at rest. From a distance, it reads as a continuous, suspended form. Up close, the curves invite touch and raise questions about how the piece is held, balanced, and made.

Craft & Construction

The chair is formed from a continuous curved structure measuring over 26 feet if laid flat. Achieving this geometry in wood presented a significant challenge. Rather than relying on a single solid element, the structure was built from multiple thin layers of veneer and solid wood, bent and laminated gradually to follow the form without splitting or breaking.

To achieve the required strength and flexibility, the team developed a custom bending process using treated thin sections, allowing the wood to hold its shape through complex curves and changes in direction. Joinery was intentionally concealed, preserving the illusion of a single, uninterrupted line.

Materials

The chair combines layered wood construction with brass detailing and a woven fabric seat sourced from Warwick. Each material was chosen for both structural performance and tactile quality, reinforcing the balance between strength and lightness.

Outcome

The result is a piece that feels both grounded and improbable. When suspended, the chair holds weight effortlessly, while maintaining a sense of visual lightness. The Helix Swing Chair remains one of our most technically ambitious custom projects, designed to be used, experienced, and questioned.