Heal's
Vitra Sim Chair Jasper Morrison 01 Basic Dark - Heal's UK Furniture
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Product Details
A black plastic chair with a slim sledge base and curved back that stacks up to 12 high.
| Colour | Black |
|---|---|
| Material | Plastic |
| Dimensions |
Price History
This is Flitch's record of Heal's's price for the Vitra Sim Chair Jasper Morrison 01 Basic Dark - Heal's UK Furniture between 16 June 2022 and 23 July 2022. Its price hasn't changed in that time: £293.
Description
Centred on a bent tubular base, the sledge like legs, moulded seat and curved backrest of the Sim create a strikingly slender silhouette for minimally styled interiors. Configured from a strong chrome-plated steel wire, the frame of this chair not only has a subtle flexibility but also enables it to be stacked up to 12 seats high freestanding producing a hypnotic pattern in itself. Adding comfort to flexibility, the Sim features a dyed plastic seat and backrest each of which are moulded into an accommodating shell that simply locks onto the base. #
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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.
