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Stretch Bench
A bench made from full-length solid pine planks with a clear, matt UV varnish
1600 × 450 × 400 mm
2023
Approx. $420 (reference price; varies by region and retailer)
Official product information
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Overview
Stretch Bench is a bench by Simon Legald for Normann Copenhagen, made from full-length solid pine planks. Normann Copenhagen calls the design the epitome of utilitarian minimalism, with no superfluous details applied.
Construction
The Materials line names UV lacquered pine, FSC certified (FSC-C163461) or from other controlled sources. Series text on the page refers to full-length planks.
Specifications
Stretch Bench 160 cm Pine (608200) measures W 160 x D 40 x H 45 cm and weighs 22 kg.
Story
Pine put in the spotlight
In the designer's press-release comment, solid pine is highly durable and grows tall and fast, which gives very long, straight planks. The idea behind Stretch, he says, was to put pine in the spotlight and highlight the natural properties of the material.
Made to last and to age
Normann Copenhagen describes the design as utilitarian minimalism with a simple, uncomplicated and welcoming design language. It states that pine acquires a stunning patina over time and that the bench is designed to last a lifetime and to age beautifully.
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Collection
Stretch
Stretch by Simon Legald for Normann Copenhagen: a series of full-length pine planks in utilitarian minimalism, with a 40 cm stool and benches of 160 and 200 cm.
