Defined by its iconic design, simple silhouette and high-quality construction, the Navy® Stool, Wood Seat offers a timelessness to any dining situation. Similarly to its Navy® Collection siblings, the stool undergoes a 77 step process involving hand molding the recycled aluminum, tempering it and then completing the process by anodizing the metal to strengthen it; which guarantees a lifetime lasting quality. What discerns this seat from the rest of the collection is the natural wood seat; giving the stool an aesthetic balance between metal and wood. At the same time, the recognizable seat's simple profile enables it to be an easy match for the dining room, kitchen or home office as its robust design gets straight to the point. All around great for the modern home, bring home the lasting character of the Navy® Stool, Wood Seat.
Timeless, U.S. handmade chairs, eco-friendly. Emeco boasts an established history that begins with in 1944 with the design of the Navy Chair; a straightforward chair designed to withstand the rough environment on a naval submarine. Legend has it, the seat of the Emeco 1006 Navy Chair was modeled after the seat of actress Betty Grable. Since then, Emeco has added new editions to their growing collection, many of which were designed in collaboration with designers like: Philippe Starck, Jasper Morrison, and Nendo. The creative process behind the development of Emeco products is one that is organic, intuitive, and subtle. Rooted in a philosophy in which the search for quality design is equally as important as the manufacturing process and their environmental impact. From hand welding, to using recycled goods, to producing a durable and iconic piece, Emeco's seating ensures a lasting design found in its construction and minimal profile. Emeco is a leader when it comes to chair fabrication. Chairs admired today and indefinitely. Chairs that span generations and cultures.