Ermis

Hermes the herald of the gods, the one that can move quickly and freely between the worlds of the mortal and the divine aided by his characteristic winged sandals. Movement, speed, and balance are the traits of a Greek god that become the inspiration for the birth of a unique design. The combination of metal rods and plates, with two leather strips for sitting, are the means to achieve the desired characteristics. A consistent and strict approach to the connection of the metal rods and plates, as well as the removal of one of the two back legs, creates a language that gives the chair a distinctive character. Through this simple method, complexity is built up allowing for the initial thought of movement, speed, and balance to be communicated. Lightness and boldness are constantly competing depending on the angle of the view. The front view makes the chair disappear, while the side view creates a strong presence in the space. There is a constant duality in the form and shape of the elements it consists of. A duality that keeps the chair in constant movement through space and time. A timeless piece of simple principles.