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Olea by Thelos

Design by Eli Monjo

A chair inspired in design icons, especially in the Nordic movement and merged with the organic Mediterranean character. A piece to live their naturalness to the last detail: Olea by Thelos. Olea Contemporary dining chair with radically natural lines and subtle feminine forms. Olea was born inspired by old design icons to reach quite naturally merge with the most harmonious and contemporary interior designs. With organic materials as a principal element, Olea come from the thorough work with high-end materials and seeking the finest design, to live naturally at the most special spaces.

‘Olea is inspired by the Mediterranean warm breeze, from the way of life of its people and their love to feel the nature. Adding a feminine touch in every detail of the chair, Olea borns with character thanks to the wood elegance with its soft lines and the organic finishes, seeking the thankfulness on its use at every time.’ Eli Monjo.

PLEASE WAIT to be SEATED is a young Danish design company founded in 2014 by former interior photographer Thomas Ibsen. Today he works as creative director with a focus on product development. In September 2016 Peter Mahler Sørensen joined the company as CEO and co-owner. Peter has great experience from many years in the branding, design, and furniture industry as CEO, board member, and advisor. Their goal is to introduce designs which have the potential of becoming classics. Before we launch a new design, we always ask ourselves: Will this design in its entirety, become a long lasting object, we someday can pass on to our children?

Our design collection have its own characteristics with a focus on interaction, good craftsmanship, quality, materials and sustainability in terms of durable design. We also distributes great products from dedicated brands, artists, designers and manufacturers, with the same ideologies as ourselves. We are proud that they trust us to represent them. When asked why the company name is PLEASE WAIT to be SEATED we answer that our name sums up who we are; polite people with a keen interest in interior, with a sense of humor and both feet firmly on the ground. So next time you find yourself waiting for a table in a restaurant and see the sign, think of us. We are very thankful for all the international attention we receive and we hope you will keep an eye on us. You’re always welcome to pop by our showroom for a cup of coffee and a chat the next time you are in Copenhagen.

Product Info: OLEA dining chair it is available in different wood combinations from sustainable sources: maple, oak, oak stained wenge and walnut. All finishes are with matte water-based oil varnish. The fabrics are organics and certified with the most important international environmental certifications. Ask for available custom finishes. Limited edition units. Available in different compositions of wood and fabrics.

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