Ekstrem™
Terje Ekstrøm, 1984
Ekstrem™ is not merely a chair, but a stand-alone object. The chair’s playful and unapologetic appearance delights design enthusiasts and children alike. Designed with ergonomic intention, Ekstrem™ is a functional sculpture with a soft and inviting surface. With varying depths, openings, and rounded edges, it allows you to shift positions freely, stretch out, and stay supported.
Iconic form, ergonomic intent
As a child, Ekstrøm was often told to sit still, to avoid tilting his chair, and sit properly in his chair. Rather than accept this limitation, he envisioned a chair that would embrace movement and offer the support needed for a dynamic sitting experience. Driven by this idea, Ekstrøm designed Ekstrem™, a chair that breaks free from convention, allowing one to move and shift freely, while still having the support needed. Today, Ekstrem™ is recognized worldwide, known for its sculptural and striking appearance, but also for its impact on the way we think about comfort, support, and movement.
Find support in unexpected ways
The unconventional geometry of Ekstrem™ provides the freedom to sit in a wide variety of positions. Whether you opt for a forward-facing stance with your feet planted on the ground, a sideways pose with your legs resting on the armrests, or a completely backward orientation with the front of your torso against the chair's back, resulting in a sitting experience which is truly extraordinary.
With its varying depths, openings, and rounded edges, Ekstrem™ allows you to shift positions freely, stretch out, all while staying supported.
Measurements
Chair Measurement:
W 72 cm x D 70 cm x H 79 cm. Seat height 43 cm
Box Measurement:
H 84,5 x L 72,5 x W 73 cm
Weight incl box:
15 kg
Materials
Ekstrem™ is an open framework constructed of fabric-covered foam over a steel frame. The chair consists of two identical mirror-facing steel frames which are covered by polyurethane foam. This provides a soft support layer covering all surfaces of the chair. The upholstery fabric is then manually fitted to the intricate cylinder forms. Finally, the two parts are carefully assembled together resulting in an extraordinarily eye-catching piece of furniture.
Varier collaborates with skilled suppliers to create and deliver chairs of uncompromising quality. We take our responsibility as a corporate citizen seriously and work actively to secure fair working conditions for all people involved in our business. Ekstrem™ is made in Poland, the components are sourced from our trusted partners in Poland, Lithuania and the Netherlands.
Suitable for
Ekstrem™ is a versatile piece of furniture that can be used in a variety of rooms and paired with different types of tables, including coffee tables and even dining tables. Its distinctive design adds personality and style to any room
Terje Ekstrøm
Like many talented industrial designers of his generation, Terje Ekstrøm had one foot in crafts and the other in industry. He trained as a cabinet maker and upholsterer before studying interior and furniture design at the National College of Art and Design in Oslo, Norway. Ekstrøm’s work brought new vitality and independence to the Norwegian design scene of the 70s and 80s, a time of significant cultural and social change. He embodied a new wave of designers who challenged the traditional ideas of Scandinavian design, driven by a pursuit of originality and a bold disregard for norms.