Aurea

Aurea Chair Collection Designed by British Designer Christopher Nobles An icon of elegance, bridging the gap between traditional craftsmanship and contemporary commercial comfort. Whether you are designing a high-end corporate social space, an exclusive executive dining room, or a bustling premium hospitality environment, the Aurea Chair brings an understated luxury that commands attention without overwhelming the room. Crafted in northern Italy’s historic Udine region, Aurea is a celebration of material integrity and ergonomic design. It is more than just a place to sit, it is a tactile experience designed to elevate long, lingering conversations and professional collaborations alike. Key FeaturesKey Features Artisanal Woodworking: Features a striking, oversized backrest handcrafted from solid ash wood. The curved silhouette highlights the wood’s natural grain patterns, injecting organic warmth into modern commercial floorplates. Engineered for Long-Stay Comfort: The seat is upholstered using a premium elastic belt system, offering exceptional support and flexibility. It cradles the user naturally, making it perfect for extended dining events, lengthy board meetings, or collaborative workshops. FSC® Certified Sustainability: Aligned with modern ESG targets, the Aurea Collection is crafted entirely from wood sourced from responsibly managed, FSC-certified forests—ensuring complete traceability and low environmental impact. The CollectionThe Collection The Aurea family is highly versatile, offering a cohesive design language across different functional zones of a workspace or hospitality project: Aurea Dining & Side Chair: Sleek and sophisticated, perfect for premium workspaces and upscale corporate dining. Aurea Armchair: Featuring an embracing, architectural wrap-around backrest that provides discreet comfort. Aurea Lounge: Translates the same elegant proportions and wood detailing to counter and bar heights, ideal for social zones, agile breakout areas, and office tea-points. Specification & CustomisationSpecifications & Customisation At Sagal Group, we understand that every project requires a unique finishing touch. The Aurea Chair can be tailored to fit your specific design palette. Frame Material: Solid Ash Wood Wood Finishes: Available in natural ash, stained finishes (including warm walnut, deep moka, or black ash), or custom lacquers to match your scheme. Upholstery Options: Choose from a wide curation of contract-grade fabrics, leathers, or faux leathers. COM (Customer’s Own Material) is fully accepted to suit bespoke interior specs. Certifications: FSC® Certified Product. Ideal Spaces for the AureaIdeal Spaces for the Aurea: Social & Dining: Elevating the workplace canteen or restaurant into a hospitality-led experience. Executive Boardrooms & Meeting Spaces: Replacing traditional corporate seating with a softer, “stealth-luxury” aesthetic. Receptions & Breakouts: Providing an inviting, high-design first impression for visitors and staff. Designer’s Perspective “Aurea brings together the warmth of traditional woodworking with contemporary comfort engineering — just enough to make you forget you’re sitting on a chair, but not so much that it loses its sophisticated contemporary silhouette.” — Christopher Nobles, Designer Ready to Specify Aurea for Your Next Project? Get in touch with the Sagal Group team to discuss fabric specifications, request finish samples, or arrange a viewing at our Clerkenwell showroom.