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“The sculptures affect you physically”

From Svenska Dagbladet · () Swedish

Translated from Swedish and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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Interview Named sources Context piece
  • Zeekr design chief Jon Rådbrink discusses design influences including pyramids, chrome sculptures and Japanese watches.
  • He names the Eames Lounge Chair as a design classic that never goes out of style.
  • He calls the choice predictable, but says the chair remains a timeless icon.

“The sculptures affect you physically.” Zeekr design chief Jon Rådbrink discusses pyramids, chrome sculptures and Japanese watches.

The sculptures affect you physically.

· Jon RådbrinkThe Zeekr design chief describes the physical impact of sculpture.

Asked which design classic never becomes outdated, Rådbrink names the Eames Lounge Chair. He acknowledges that the answer is predictable, comparing it with calling the Jaguar E-Type the world’s most beautiful car, but says the chair is unquestionably timeless.

The Eames Lounge Chair.

· Jon RådbrinkHe names the chair as a design classic that never becomes outdated.
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