Designed by Marco Acerbis for Et al.

There are chairs that seem to have always known what they are meant to be. OZ is one of them: it originates from an immediate, recognisable, deliberately classic form that naturally fits into different contexts.
Marco Acerbis’ design begins with an archetypal gesture, interpreting the essence of the chair for Et al. through a clear and contemporary structural language.
OZ reflects on the theme of the chair as a universal typology, translating it into a contemporary object defined by formal precision, material quality and attention to user experience. In this way, OZ finds its place in convivial spaces, in restaurant dining rooms or lounge areas, as well as in waiting areas, where even time seems to change pace.
OZ is characterised by a painted metal frame that outlines its simple and precise geometry. The tubes, delicately tapered, lighten the structure and refine its proportions, creating a visual presence that is both measured and rigorous. The result is a formal synthesis capable of expressing the classic iconography of the chair, reinterpreted with contemporary elegance and a coherent language.
Within this structural framework, the upholstered volume introduces a softer, more sensory dimension. Seat and backrest are defined by a continuous covering that also wraps the underside of the seat, enhancing the perception of comfort. The relationship between frame and upholstery generates a harmonious contrast: on one side, the defined line of the structure; on the other, the fabric that seems to envelop it, creating both visual and tactile sensuality. The fully removable cover meets functional and durability requirements, allowing for practical product management over time: maintenance, replacement and customisation become integral parts of the design. Available with or without armrests, OZ thus becomes a narrative of essential elements: structure, volume, envelope, where geometry, elegance and lightness coexist in a single archetypal gesture.