Heal's
Heal's Softshell Side Chair
£809
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Description
The Softshell Side Chair by Vitra brings together understated elegance and exceptional comfort. Its softly upholstered silhouette and compact proportions make it a versatile choice for contemporary dining rooms, home offices and meeting spaces. Designed to offer a relaxed, supportive sit without compromising on style, its gentle contours create an inviting appearance that works effortlessly alongside a variety of dining tables. Designed by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Vitra in 2017, offering a streamlined, armless alternative to the original Softshell Chair. Flexible vertical ribs concealed within the upper backrest adapt to the sitter's movements, providing support and freedom of movement, even during prolonged periods of sitting. Four-legged base made from robust plastic, with glides suitable for hard floors.
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About Heal's
A Rich Legacy in Furniture Design
Heal's is a well-known British furniture store with a history that spans over 200 years. It began in 1810 when John Harris Heal and his son started a business for feather products but soon moved into furniture.
By the 1900s, almost everyone in London knew Heal's for its great furniture. Interestingly, they were also among the first to sell electric lights in Britain. During World War II, their main store even helped by making parachutes for soldiers.
Influences and Design Philosophy
A significant part of Heal's story is Sir Ambrose Heal, who worked there for 60 years, from 1893 to 1953. He had a unique idea combine the beautiful designs from the Arts and Crafts Movement with affordable manufacturing.
This meant more people could buy well-designed furniture without breaking the bank. If you visit the Heal's store on Tottenham Court Road in London, you'll see a cool spiral staircase and a statue of a bronze cat, both of which show off the company's unique style.
Modern Expansion and Growth
While Heal's has a long history, they're always looking forward. In 2001, a company named Wittington Investments bought Heal's, helping it to grow and open stores in many cities, including Manchester and Leeds.
They've also started selling products online, aiming to be a modern e-commerce store with physical showrooms. Their main Tottenham Court Road store celebrated 200 years in 2018. Recently, they revamped it, making it even better for shoppers.
