UMI Chair
An Authorial Study in Fluid Poise, Armless Rhythm & Solid Wood Artistry
Design Provenance: Philosophical Restraint & Continental Rhythm
"Nothing is enough for the man to whom enough is too little." — Epicurus
"Virtue is the golden mean between two extremes of excess and deficiency." — Aristotle
Conceived and Designed by NICCHRIS as a defining dining statement within the NICCHRIS ORIGIN collection, the UMI Chair channels the architectural sophistication of contemporary Milanese ateliers while preserving the grounded warmth of hand-finished timber craft. Built upon an unyielding full solid wood chassis, UMI pairs backward-canted rear uprights with a continuous curved back rail. Every junction represents a calibrated study in equilibrium—delivering bold visual presence while ensuring effortless movement and continuous sightlines across the dining room.
Continuous Curved Back Rail
Precision-sculpted solid timber wraps around the thoracic vertebrae, offering ergonomic lumbar repose while maintaining an airy, armless profile.
Integrated Solid Wood Chassis
Engineered with concealed internal mortise-and-tenon joinery hand-radiused at all stress junctions to withstand dynamic seating loads without joint racking or flex.
The Signature Aesthetic
As an integral expression of the NICCHRIS ORIGIN series, the UMI Chair is created for architects, interior stylists, and discerning homeowners curating dining spaces that rival the pinnacle of European design. Sealed in low-sheen protective matte coatings, the solid hardwood framework matures gracefully—developing an authentic patina that deepens with years of shared meals.
Looking for kitchen island or dining table coordination? Pair with the high-counter companion UMI Barstool or place around the monolithic Ladurée Table.
