Totara Chair by Ömer Öztürk for Malabar

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Totara is conceived through the relationship between mass and void, where a powerful volume, rooted in the language of ancient … Read more Totara is conceived through the relationship between mass and void, where a powerful volume, rooted in the language of ancient arches, frames and defines the act of sitting.

At its core, the seating area exists within an architectural cavity. The enveloping form operates as a protective shell, establishing a dialogue between the interior's softness and the exterior's structure. Upholstered in premium jacquard velvet, the inner surface introduces tactility and comfort, contrasting with the assertive geometry that surrounds it.

This interplay extends to the base, where marquetry craftsmanship legs bring together oak and smoked walnut wood veneers. The legs are not merely structural elements, they reinforce the piece’s narrative of material contrast and compositional balance, bridging tradition and contemporary expression.

The Totara armchair reflects postmodernism’s engagement with historical references, yet it does so with restraint and clarity. Rather than relying on overt dramatization, it achieves presence through proportion, silhouette, and material articulation.

Positioned within a space, the Totara lives simultaneously as seating and as a sculptural object. It establishes a relationship with its surroundings, anchoring the environment while inviting interaction.

The tension between softness and solidity, between enclosure and openness, defines its character: strong, protective, and statuesque. Signed by Maker See less