Bobby Aggarwal, the visionary founder and creative director of PortsideCafé, introduces a collection of five minimalistic and functional chairs that embody love, laughter, and togetherness.
Project Name: Neat Seats
Studio Name: PortsideCafé
These designs nourish connections and creativity within spaces, capturing heartfelt emotions amid fluid conversations. By refreshing mid-century classic chairs with a modern twist, Aggarwal opens a new chapter in seating design, where minimalism meets quiet luxury. Evoking memories of Parisian cafes, these chairs feature unconventional yet intriguing silhouettes and are strategically priced to suit every mood.
Their robust yet lightweight construction makes them versatile, capable of enhancing various spaces, from trendy restaurants to open office environments, dining tables to cozy corners, and even for playful games of musical chairs.
Inspired by the legacy of Pierre Jeanneret’s designs and Thonet’s bent wood chairs, the collection pays homage to timeless craftsmanship. The Bento Chair exemplifies reductionism, with its sleek lines and woven seat inviting users to appreciate pure form. The Postal Chair showcases skilled craftsmanship with its hand-stained wood and leather, blending beauty and functionality. The Gazelle Chair, with its supple leather and wooden frame, offers unparalleled support and a weightless feel, combining polished wood and dark leather for a striking visual effect. The Monkey Chair, despite its name, presents a mysterious black profile with subtle curves, seamlessly integrating into any setting. Lastly, the Nook Chair exudes luxury with its clean lines and dynamic angular composition, crafted from fine wood and finished to emit warmth and brightness.
Each chair in this collection is a blend of nostalgia and modernist vision, reflecting PortsideCafé’s signature bohemian style. Designed without arms to maximize space at the table, these chairs foster closer bonds and connections.
Aggarwal highlights the brand’s commitment to creating high-quality, well-priced furniture for the Indian market, with options for color and material customization. This range of chairs is poised to become future heirlooms, combining finesse and quality with PortsideCafé’s distinctive design ethos.
