Lumpy

Inspired by vivid dreams of the markings from a cocodiles back, Nicholls Design produces a chair that is interesting and versatile.

BY jesse

July 28th, 2010

Designed to make a statement, lumpy’s playful bumps involve the users by stimulating the senses both visually and texturally.

The lumps are contagious says designer Brad Nicholls, who expects the lumpy range to grow quickly.

Lumpy’s body is constructed from F.S.C ply and G.E.C.A certified foams finished in James Richardson wool felt.

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