AWARDS: Top XXI Prêmio Design Brasil 2016 / Prêmio Bienal Latino-americana de Diseño 2016 (finalist) / Brasil Design Award 2016 / 29º Prêmio Design Museu da Casa Brasileira 2015 (honorable mention) / Good Design Award Chicago - USA 2015 / IF Design Awards 2016 - 2015
The fluid stroke design, inspired by Cycladic art, bestow lightness and grace to the chair. The anatomical shapes support the trunk as a whole, while the bevelled twists and edges seem to transpose the wood's resistance.
Born in 1981 in Santa Catarina, southern Brazil, Jader Almeida had his first contact with the furniture industry at the age of 16, involving himself in the entire production process. With a background in architecture and over 120 recognitions in national and international awards, his journey is marked by more than 1200 products launched, known for their elegant, timeless, and original aesthetics. Inspired by Brazilian modernism, Almeida creates objects that capture a dynamic combination of lightness and robustness, incorporating the principles of the Bauhaus philosophy to give a sense of timelessness to his work.
Over the years, Jader Almeida has become one of the most important names in international design, with over 2000 annual citations in specialized magazines and websites. In addition to collaborating with renowned brands in the market, his work stands out for both his releases and his participation in exhibitions and fairs around the world. With more than 50 authorized resellers in 30 countries and the launch of 10 showrooms under the jaderalmeida brand in Brazil, Jader Almeida continues to make his mark as one of the most influential and respected designers today.
