Genie by Mentsen for VG&P

Designed in collaboration with Japanese design duo Mentsen, the
Genie Chair effortlessly blends minimalism with contemporary
comfort. The chair is 100% made in the UK using solid oak armrests,
precision bent tubular steel and a denim ecru sling manufactured in
Walthamstow by craft denim makers Blackhorse Lane Atelier.

Structurally the chair is a very minimal design, the rounded outline
of the sling and frame take inspiration from Aalto’s Paimio chair
and Breuer’s Isokon Long chair. The profile references to classic
armchairs soften the impression of the hard materiality, the steel
frame almost disappears and supports the seat like a fabric draped
on an invisible lounge chair.