Sebastian Herkner’s earliest memories of design center around family trips throughout his native Germany, exploring cities with rich histories of craft traditions from ceramics to chocolate. As a renowned industrial designer, Herkner’s work reflects this deeply rooted appreciation of craftmanship, which makes for a synergistic pairing with legacy brand Davis Furniture.
Marking the fourth collaboration between the two, Davis Furniture unveiled the Elora Lounge Collection, Herkner’s latest design for the brand, at NeoCon in June. Featuring a fusion of bold and curvaceous forms, the collection includes a sofa and lounge chair that double as artful accents.
Experience the Elora Lounge Collection with Sebastian Herkner and Interior Design’s Cindy Allen as they walk through the Davis Furniture showroom at the Merchandise Mart in Chicago.
Crafted with a rigid inner shell and foam over a plywood frame, the collection beckons those nearby to sink into its plush forms, making Elora ideal for a range of interiors, including bustling hospitality locales, modern workspaces, and residential buildings alike. Featuring an optional memory-return swivel, the lounge chair effortlessly offers a full 360-degree rotation, inviting an enhanced user experience through its seamless movement. As for the sofa, it’s a standalone statement designed to elevate any aesthetic.
“Sebastian Herkner’s innovative design combined with our commitment to quality craftsmanship has resulted in a collection that embodies both style and comfort,” shares Danny Davis, president of Davis Furniture.
Perhaps what most sets apart the Elora Lounge Collection is the attention to detail throughout, from its chic yet organic silhouette to its luxuriously comfortable seat designed from the inside out to lessen environmental impact. “We found a way to reduce the amount of soft foam inside, which is important in a sustainable way,” Herkner tells Interior Design Editor-in-Chief Cindy Allen during NeoCon. “I think it’s fantastic for contract and hospitality, but I also see it in my future home,” he adds.