The Stylish Insider

NOAH has designed a folding stool made from upcycled materials. Collaborating with skilled Japanese artisans, the stool features legs constructed from old wooden coat hangers, layered with North American white ash, black walnut, and Japanese zelkova. The wood is treated with a clear coating for a laminated finish and is assembled using brass hardware. The seat is upholstered in nume leather and embossed with the NOAH logo. NOAH co-founder Estelle Bailey-Babenzien emphasizes the stool's versatility, stating, "Over the years, I've designed many furniture pieces, but the one essential and most versatile piece has always been a stool. The folding stool, in particular, is a quintessential classic—timeless and incredibly practical for all kinds of spaces." Priced at $748 USD, the NOAH leather folding stool is available now online via NOAH's webstore and at NOAH's flagship store in New York.

HUMAN MADE , in collaboration with ayur-chair , the renowned Japanese ergonomic chair maker, is unveiling their third joint project. This time, they are giving a fresh new look to the posture-correcting seat, which is rumored to be a favorite of NIGO himself, by introducing a captivating burgundy colorway. ayur-chair has gained recognition for creating one of the world's first posture-correcting seats, focusing on the concept of "sitting on your ischium bones." Their innovative designs aim to alleviate lower back tension, improve posture, and enhance concentration for the sitter. The latest collaboration with HUMAN MADE maintains the same impeccable construction as the previous stools but comes adorned in the fashion label's iconic burgundy red colorway. The white lettering provides a striking contrast, further enhancing the chair's aesthetic appeal. Notable design elements include an embossed "HUMAN MADE" logo situated at the lower portion of the chai...