UMI Barstool by NICCHRIS
An Authorial Study in Wave Curvature, Proportional Calm, and Solid Timber Sculpture
Design Provenance: The Fluidity of the Ocean
Conceived within the NICCHRIS ORIGIN studio, the Umi Barstool translates the poetic rhythm of ocean swells (*Umi*) into structural timber form. Elevated high seating often risks visual harshness; by introducing sweeping radial transitions and a gently carved saddle contour, Umi achieves complete visual tranquility. Hand-detailed from full solid ash wood, each stool celebrates the unadorned beauty of honest woodworking and continuous grain lines.
Sculptured Wave Seat
Precision-milled and hand-finished from solid timber stock, the seat pan features an organic double-curvature profile that balances comfort with architectural beauty.
Artisanal Joint Integrity
Concealed timber mortise-and-tenon joints hand-smoothed at all intersections, celebrating traditional woodworking methods elevated for contemporary collectors.
The Origin Philosophy
The ORIGIN release reflects our studio’s dedication to honest materials and lasting form. Rather than treating counter stools as secondary utility pieces, Umi is elevated to an architectural statement that anchors private salon bars and curated kitchen islands with calm dignity.
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