Garden Chair Ballare Skagerak

Jakob Berg

Jakob Berg was a Danish furniture designer, known for minimalist and functional forms and deep respect for materials and craftsmanship. He graduated from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in 1987. He collaborated with many manufacturers around the world, creating furniture combining elegance with practicality. Berg was a pioneer in the use of bamboo in modern design, designing, among others The world's first stacked chair made of this material - Grass model. His works were characterized by minimalism, ergonomic Pode in the world and concern for the environment. He collaborated with the Danida organization, implementing projects in developing countries such as Bolivia, Egypt and Vietnam. His furniture, such as the Ballare series for Fritz Hansen, connected the interior with the outer space, emphasizing the universality and durability of the design.