Normann Copenhagen - Let Stool oak

Normann Copenhagen - Let Stool oak.

Design by Aspekt Office

Drawing inspiration from their intended bar environments, the Let Barstool & Stool are designed using clear references to the parallel wood planks of traditional wooden beer crates. Let comprises two parallel planks that are slightly tilted, ensuring structural stability and a comfortable seat. Let comes as a stool and a barstool in heights of 65 cm or 75 cm.

Distinctly straightforward, Let is comprised of two parallel planks that are slightly tilted. A simple, yet clever design decision that fortifies structural stability while forming a naturally comfortable curvature for the seat. Aspekt Office elaborates: “Creating something seemingly naïve in its simplicity yet inherently clever is at the core of our design ethos. With Let, we sought to embody the essence of the bar environment while offering a distinctive, easy expression that resonates with any surrounding”.

The result is a distinctive union of simplicity and originality, a rare combination that presents a fresh take on the classic barstool and stool design. Aspekt Office explains: “An archetypical barstool features a seat and four legs. One in each corner. We aimed to challenge that, prioritizing stability and comfort without compromising on the purity of clean lines.”

Named after the Danish word for “easy” and “light”, Let is a reference to the humble nature of the collection’s aesthetic. Despite its visual lightness, Let is crafted using solid wood, making it a solid, durable design.

Dimensions: H: 46 x W: 42 x D: 31 cm. Material: lacquered oak.
Weight: 5,2 kg. Maintenance: Clean with damp cloth.

About the designers:

Founded in 2018 by Hans Toft Hornemann and Terkel Skou Steffensen, Aspekt Office is a Copenhagen-based multidisciplinary design studio specializing in furniture, product design and interior design.
Hans and Terkel have known each other since high school and share a background in industrial design with extensive experience and collaborations in recognized international practices.

Aspekt Office has an intuitive design process where conceptual thinking and originality are central elements. They draw inspiration from their daily lives and surroundings, considering themselves their primary audience. Function and aesthetics go hand in hand in their work, as they strive to create aesthetically simple design solutions that stand the test of time. They describe their approach to design as naive and playful, reflecting their desire to create designs that are accessible and understandable to everyone.

Hans and Terkel have a holistic approach to design. Their design process is experimental and is a blend of sketching and model building. In their work they are prioritizing the final product and aim to create design solutions that unite form, function and material choice in a unique and inspiring way.
For Normann Copenhagen, Aspekt Office has designed “Let”, a design that, with its aesthetic simplicity, explores classic forms and typologies within barstools and stools.