The Osuu chair marks Foster + Partners Industrial Design's seventh collaborative project with the German manufacturer, Walter Knoll. Combining a molded plywood seat, steam bent dowels, and machined timber structure, the chair's pared-back aesthetic and fluid lines make it a unique addition for both office and home environments.
Developed through an iterative process and subjected to rigorous ergonomic testing, Ossu ensures maximum comfort. Weighing approximately 6 kilograms, it is both incredibly light and versatile. Osuu features an interchangeable seating pad that is made from saddle leather or wool felt. The pad is attached to the plywood seat using tabs, rather than screw fixings or adhesives, allowing the user to customise and reupholster their chair with ease.
Available in walnut or oak, the wooden surfaces are treated with a natural hard wax, creating a silky matt finish. Timber comes from the Black Forest, and all materials are processed within a 450-kilometer radius of Walter Knoll's factory in Herrenberg. All wood variants are FSC certified, which guarantees sustainable forestry.
