Ami Ami Chair Set
Designed by Tokujin Yoshioka
Product Overview
The Kartell Ami Ami Chair Set, designed by Tokujin Yoshioka for Kartell, is a sculptural contemporary seating design inspired by the traditional Japanese concept of weaving. Its name, “Ami Ami”, literally translates as “to weave”, reflected in the chair’s textured surface that recreates the appearance of woven fabric through advanced single-mould polycarbonate production techniques. Combining clean geometric lines with intricate surface detailing, the chair delivers a distinctive balance of minimalism, transparency and material innovation suitable for residential, hospitality and outdoor environments.
Key Features
- Designed by Tokujin Yoshioka
- Inspired by traditional Japanese weaving techniques
- Manufactured using advanced single-mould polycarbonate technology
- Textured woven-effect surface on both interior and exterior faces
- Lightweight yet structurally durable construction
- Transparent sculptural appearance with reflective depth
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
- Stackable design for practical storage
- Available in finishes including Crystal and Smoke Grey
- Made in Italy by Kartell
Materials & Finish
- Material: Transparent polycarbonate
- Finish: Gloss transparent moulded surface with woven texture effect
- Colour Options: Crystal, Smoke Grey
- UV-resistant and weather-resistant construction suitable for outdoor settings
- Easy-clean, durable surface for everyday use
- Seamless injection-moulded monobloc structure
Why Choose the Kartell Ami Ami Chair Set?
The Ami Ami Chair Set stands out for its fusion of Japanese-inspired craftsmanship references and Kartell’s advanced industrial manufacturing expertise. Tokujin Yoshioka transforms the visual language of woven textiles into a transparent sculptural form that feels simultaneously delicate and architectural, creating a chair that interacts beautifully with light and surrounding materials. Its textured surface introduces depth and visual complexity while retaining the practicality of a lightweight stackable chair suited to dining areas, terraces and contemporary hospitality interiors. The result is a highly distinctive seating design that functions equally as a practical everyday chair and a statement contemporary design piece.
This product is made to order. Lead time is typically within 3-6 weeks.