{"title":"Bodil Kjær","description":"\u003cp\u003e\nBodil Kjær, Professor, Architect MAA was born in Denmark in 1932. She was educated in Denmark, England and the USA, and practised as an architect, designer and planner from her own offices in Copenhagen and London. Before becoming a tenured professor at the University of Maryland on the outskirts of Washington D.C. she also worked for many years in teams of engineers, sociologists and organization planners to create healthy and flexible work environments for employees in factories, offices and universities. She is well known for her emphasis on user involvement in the planning process, which she practised with engineers at Arups in London for Oxford and Cambridge universities, for Penguin Books and for IBM in England, and with Italian engineers for among others Alfa Romeo, Rank Xerox and the government of the region of Lombardia. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eShe was invited to lecture on her work and to teach architecture students in Denmark and England and as a visiting professor at architecture schools in the USA, ending up teaching full time and immersing herself in research problems of architecture, some of which was later published in Cambridge, Paris, London, Washington and Boston. But long before that, between 1955 and 1963, while designing public interiors Bodil Kjær developed a series of elements of architecture to solve problems of functional and aesthetic nature. These pieces of furniture, lamps and glass were not designed directly for production, but as other architects discovered them and wanted them for their buildings, they were put into production and marketed in the USA as well as in Europe. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eEarly on architects like Jose Luis Sert and Paul Rudolph, the heads of the schools of architecture at Harvard and Yale universities discovered Bodil Kjær´s designs and wanted them for the buildings they were designing. Harry Weese in Chicago and Marcel Breuer in New York wanted to specify them, too. And so, production began, at first at C.I. in Boston, USA, and later at Denbo, E. Pedersen \u0026amp; Son and Torben Oerskov in Denmark, at Gullaskruf in Sweden and Form im Raum in Germany. Some of these pieces are still available, mostly at auctions, but may also be seen in for instance three early Bond movies, and in recent British films and television series.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"karakter-principal-oak-chair-with-integrated-cushion","title":"PRINCIPAL CHAIR - Upholstered oak chair","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Assistant', sans-serif; max-width: 800px; margin: 0 auto; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: 300; line-height: 1.8; letter-spacing: 0.02em;\"\u003e\n      The PRINCIPAL Chair, designed by Danish architect Bodil Kjær in 1961, is an elegant chair with integrated cushioning on a sturdy solid wood frame. High-density cushioning is integrated into the seat and backrest, providing comfortable seating for extended periods. Available with Frassino (ash) and Noce Canaletto (walnut) frames combined with various fabric and leather finishes to suit any space.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 13px; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 0.15em; text-transform: uppercase; margin-bottom: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 300; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;width:40%;color:#666\"\u003eDesigner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0\"\u003eBodil Kjær, 1961\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;width:40%;color:#666\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0\"\u003ePrincipal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;width:40%;color:#666\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0\"\u003eSolid wood frame with upholstered seat \u0026amp; 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It is characterized by its architectural structure combining an aluminum frame and solid wood top, with integrated drawers and storage modules. It appeared in a James Bond film and earned the nickname 'Bond Villain's Desk'.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 13px; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 0.15em; text-transform: uppercase; margin-bottom: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0; padding-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 300; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;width:40%;color:#666\"\u003eDesigner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0\"\u003eBodil Kjær, 1959\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;width:40%;color:#666\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0\"\u003eAluminium frame \/ Oak or Walnut top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;width:40%;color:#666\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0\"\u003eW180 × D90 × H75.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;width:40%;color:#666\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0\"\u003eJapanese Red \/ Antracite \/ Inox Spazzolato\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;width:40%;color:#666\"\u003eTop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0\"\u003eRovere Naturale \/ Noce Canaletto\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Karakter","offers":[{"title":"Japanese Red \/ Rovere Naturale","offer_id":53673282568556,"sku":"Karakter : 8KRKFL010009","price":7919.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Antracite \/ Rovere Naturale","offer_id":53722904559980,"sku":"Karakter : 8KRKFL020019","price":7919.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Inox Spazzolato \/ Rovere Naturale","offer_id":53722904592748,"sku":"Karakter : 8KRKFL030009","price":8829.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Japanese Red \/ Noce Canaletto","offer_id":53722904658284,"sku":"Karakter : 8KRKFL041009","price":8829.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Antracite \/ Noce Canaletto","offer_id":53722904691052,"sku":"Karakter : 8KRKFL042019","price":8829.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Inox Spazzolato \/ Noce Canaletto","offer_id":53722904723820,"sku":"Karakter : 8KRKFL040009","price":9739.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/9313\/4444\/files\/h_OFFICE-DESK-Karakter-644139-rel266c235e.jpg?v=1766985471"},{"product_id":"carl-hansen-son-bk14-lounger","title":"BK14 | Lounger","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BK14 Lounger is an outdoor lounger designed by Danish architect and designer Bodil Kjær, realized through the craftsmanship of Carl Hansen \u0026amp; Søn. Originating from her indoor and outdoor furniture collection presented in 1959, this piece embodies a restrained balance where architectural linear beauty and organic curves coexist. The wide, low seat and gently inclined backrest invite deep relaxation in outdoor settings, while the unadorned structural frame imparts a refined presence to the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials and Finishing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frame is crafted from premium teak wood with exceptional weather resistance, naturally aging to a silver-gray tone over time without requiring additional maintenance. All joints are finished with Carl Hansen \u0026amp; Søn's distinctive precision woodworking techniques, maintaining structural stability in outdoor environments for extended periods. 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The horizontally extended tabletop and restrained frame structure are designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape, creating a refined dining space both indoors and outdoors. The meticulous craftsmanship of Carl Hansen \u0026amp; Søn is evident in every detail, offering timeless beauty that endures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials and Finishes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frame is crafted from weather-resistant stainless steel, maintaining structural stability and refined aesthetics in outdoor environments for years to come. The tabletop is finished with natural wood as standard, with the warm texture of solid wood creating a refined balance against the metal frame. Depending on your preference, the tabletop can be upgraded to natural marble for a more luxurious expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOptions Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTabletop Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e You can select the material for the table surface. 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