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Visitor chair David Rowland Chair 40/4 without armrests White, New

Metal, Stackable, Seat height: 45 cm, Skid frame, Not padded

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The 40/4 chair by David Rowland is a true design icon of the 20th century, celebrated for its remarkable stackability—up to 40 chairs can be neatly stacked just 1.2 meters high. Combining ergonomic comfort, timeless elegance, and versatile use, it fits seamlessly into any setting from historic venues to modern offices and homes. Crafted with durable materials and a minimalist aesthetic, this chair offers quick stacking, easy transport, and flexible connection options. The 40/4 family now includes lounge chairs, bar stools, and outdoor models, making it a perfect blend of functionality and style for conference rooms, cafeterias, bistros, or office spaces. Experience classic design that works wherever seating matters.

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CHF 301.- RRP
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The 40/4 chair by David Rowland is a true design icon of the 20th century, celebrated for its remarkable stackability—up to 40 chairs can be neatly stacked just 1.2 meters high. Combining ergonomic comfort, timeless elegance, and versatile use, it fits seamlessly into any setting from historic venues to modern offices and homes. Crafted with durable materials and a minimalist aesthetic, this chair offers quick stacking, easy transport, and flexible connection options. The 40/4 family now includes lounge chairs, bar stools, and outdoor models, making it a perfect blend of functionality and style for conference rooms, cafeterias, bistros, or office spaces. Experience classic design that works wherever seating matters.

Specifications
Dimensions
Height 85.0
Min. Height 85.0
Max. Height 85.0
Depth 45.0
Width 43.0
Weight 10.0
Color & Material
Main color White
Material Metal
Brand & Warranty
Brand Howe
Product Line 40/4
RRP (CHF) 301.0
Assembly & Packaging
Mounted Yes
Assembly Complexity No assembly
Packed Yes
Skid-base Chair Properties
Property Max Units Stackable 10
Chair Seat Width (cm) 43
Chair Seat Depth min. (cm) 45
Chair Seat Height fixed (cm) 45
Chair Seat Height min. (cm) 45
Chair Seat Height max. (cm) 45
Chair Backrest Type Schalen-Rückenlehne
Chair Frame Type Skid frame
The 40/4 chair by David Rowland stands as a hallmark of 20th-century design innovation, celebrated for its remarkable stackability and enduring elegance. Renowned for the ability to stack up to 40 chairs in just 1.2 meters of height, this chair masterfully blends superior ergonomics with high seating comfort, making it an exceptional choice across diverse environments—from bustling office spaces and conference rooms to stylish bistros and expansive event halls. What sets the 40/4 apart is not only its space-saving genius but also its thoughtful design rooted in extensive ergonomic research. Using his MOD (Maximum Order Dimensioning) system, Rowland crafted a form that supports optimal posture and comfort, even during long hours of use—an essential feature for office swivel chairs or cafeteria seating where prolonged sitting is common. This focus on user well-being makes the 40/4 ideal for offices looking to enhance employee comfort without compromising on style. Its minimalist shell design exudes timeless sophistication, easily complementing both modern interiors and classic architectural settings such as historic landmarks or contemporary museums. The chair’s versatility extends through its material options: from durable plastics and sleek metals to warm wood veneers and luxurious leather upholstery. This range allows businesses and hospitality venues alike to tailor their furniture selections precisely to their aesthetic vision while maintaining practical durability. Beyond individual chairs, the 40/4 family—expanded in collaboration with HOWE since 2004—includes variants like lounge chairs, bar stools, outdoor versions, writing tablet models, solid wood editions, and swivel chairs. This breadth ensures a consistent design language throughout all areas of an office or public space, providing cohesive furnishing solutions that meet diverse functional needs. Functionality shines through every facet of the 40/4’s design. Its quick-link system enables rows of chairs to be effortlessly connected for orderly arrangements at conferences or cafeterias. Moreover, two people can set up or stow away as many as 500 units within minutes using specialized trolleys—a logistical advantage unmatched by typical stacking bistro chairs or standard conference seating. Durability forms another cornerstone of this iconic piece. Designed to withstand intensive daily use in commercial environments—be it busy office equipment setups or crowded dining areas—the 40/4 maintains its structural integrity and visual appeal over years of service. It truly embodies a gold standard among stacking chairs worldwide. In summary, the David Rowland 40/4 chair transcends ordinary seating furniture by harmonizing compactness, adaptability, robust performance, ergonomic excellence, and aesthetic refinement. Whether outfitting office furnishings with versatile conference chairs or selecting stylish stackable bistro chairs for a café environment, the 40/4 offers an unparalleled combination of practicality and design heritage that continues to inspire architects, designers, and facility managers alike.
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The 40/4 chair by David Rowland is considered one of the most important and innovative designs of the 20th century. Known for its outstanding stackability - up to 40 chairs can be stacked to a height of just 1.20 meters - the 40/4 combines excellent ergonomics, high seating comfort, versatility and timeless elegance. This design icon sets standards in terms of compactness, adaptability, durability and aesthetics. In 2000, the 40/4 was named one of the "Top 10 Commercial Interior Products of the last 50 years" by Contract Design Magazine and is still considered the gold standard among stackable chairs. The 40/4 chair is not only functional, but also extremely practical: two people can set up or stow away up to 500 chairs in just a few minutes. The chairs can be quickly linked together in rows and stacked on trolleys, allowing space-saving and flexible use in a wide variety of spaces - from large event halls to small meeting rooms. David Rowland developed the chair based on extensive ergonomic studies and his MOD (Maximum Order Dimensioning) system to create a shape that provides optimal comfort for most people - even when sitting for long periods of time.

The minimalist and elegant design of the 40/4 blends harmoniously into a wide range of architectural environments - from historic buildings such as St. Paul's Cathedral in London to modern museums, offices, restaurants or private homes. The chair is available in a variety of materials, including plastic, metal, wood veneer or leather, making it perfectly adaptable to any setting. 40/4 is not only impressive for its shape, but also for its robustness and durability, making it ideal for intensive use in public and commercial environments.

In collaboration with HOWE, the 40/4 family was expanded from 2004 and now includes not only the classic chair but also versions with a writing tablet, lounge chair, bar stool, outdoor chair, solid wood versions and swivel chairs - so that a uniform design can be implemented in all areas. The 40/4 chair by David Rowland is therefore a true design classic that combines functionality, comfort and aesthetics in a unique way.