MANUFACTURER
Bene GmbH
A-3340 Waidhofen an der Ybbs
www.bene.com
DESIGN
Inhouse
Christian Horner
Reminiscent of a narrow bench, this seat mobilises in two ways: the user stays in permanent motion due to a position that is almost closer to standing, while the version with casters allows the seat itself to move around the room. Because the product is meant for agile workshops or quick meetings, the design of the seat-and-table combination is deliberately simple. The version with a fold-up seat comes with a storage compartment that can be secured with a lock if required. Intended for working with documents or a laptop, the swivel table attachment is 50 centimetres wide and can support a load of up to 3 kilograms. Thanks to a seat height of 69 centimetres, the U-Turn is also suitable for use with height-adjustable desks. The cover is available in various fabrics or leather, the upholstery is made of polyurethane foam.
JURY
Thanks to its slender design, the surprisingly comfortable seat blends in with a wide variety of contexts and provides a high degree of flexibility and adaptability in terms of usage. Compelling solutions have been found for the details and transitions between the individual elements, the proportions are harmonious and the communication of value appropriate.