“We seek to create new well-designed, high-quality versions of classic objects.”

This is one of Skagerak Denmark’s basic philosophies, and so far it has resulted in new, trendy models of the archetypal beer box, stool and stepladder.

The latest addition to the range is the company’s exclusive take on the classic beach chair which is now being launched in a modern, streamlined version. The new chair is called Lean, and its design and high quality finish means that it crosses the traditional functional boundaries – it is equally suitable for use at concerts, on picnics, around the camp fire or as a children’s TV chair at home in the living room.

Lean is the work of the Danish designer Hans Sandgren Jakobsen, known among other things for his prize-winning Gallery chair from Fredericia Furniture. The new Lean beach chair consists of just two parts, and it takes up virtually no space when folded. It is easy to transport, and may be quickly and easily unfolded and reassembled.

A small bracket below the seat locks the chair when in use, and functions as a useful handle during transport.

Lean was awarded the Formland Design Award – Spring 2008 at this year’s Formland design fair in Herning, Denmark. The Award Committee substantiated its choice as follows: “Lean combines stunning design with aesthetic expression. It is at once classic and modern, and at the same time weighs next to nothing. Lean can be hung on the wall as a sculpture when not in use.”

Lean is made of moulded birch veneer with a black melamine or walnut top veneer. Lean will be available in spring 2008.