Iconic Frederick Scott 'Supporto' Office Chair by Hille
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The Supporto Office Chair is an important design in the history of task seating – designed by Frederick Scott as ‘An office chair designed to cut through the hierarchy of office seating’.
The form is based on detailed ergonomic studies of how people actually sit while working. The aluminium shell is cast to the contours of the body, with particular attention to the lower back. A slim line curved backrest and sculpted seat base are teamed with elegant, padded arm rests and a five point castor base.
This design has become an icon and was selected by Jony Ive for the Apple Industrial Design Centre in Cupertino, California. An example is held by the Victoria and Albert Museum. In 1991 the International Federation of Architects voted the System Supporto chair “the chair that most influenced modern office seating".
Each piece is checked and carefully hand restored at our Kingsland studio workshop. Our focus is preserving the character and patina of the design while ensuring it displays beautifully in a contemporary interior.
Each piece is checked and carefully restored at our Kingsland studio workshop. Our focus is preserving the character and patina of the design while ensuring it displays beautifully in a contemporary interior.
- Joints checked and reglued
- Timber cleaned and stains removed
- Veneer repairs if needed
- Surfaces polished / refinished
Our full collection is showcased at our Eden Terrace gallery. We have parking available beside the building and would love to see you.
All pieces are available for collection in person from our Eden Terrace gallery. We are also happy to provide a quote for delivery throughout New Zealand.
Please enquire for delivery options.
Iconic Frederick Scott 'Supporto' Office Chair by Hille
Note: We showcase a curated edit from the Mr. Bigglesworthy catalogue. Please contact us to view specific items.
