Kayo is a reinterpretation of the classic bent plywood chair. It explores the potential of this time-tested material while defining its own unique aesthetic. Through a marriage of soft curves and strong geometry, Kayo’s striking form is comprised of a sculptural bent plywood shell supported by a distinctly architectural base.
Kayo is a reinterpretation of the classic bent plywood chair. It explores the potential of this time-tested material while defining its own unique aesthetic. Through a marriage of soft curves and strong geometry, Kayo’s striking form is comprised of a sculptural bent plywood shell supported by a distinctly architectural base.
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Kayo embraces design versatility by providing designers with a myriad of options. Available with a closed or open bent plywood back and a wood or aluminum base, Kayo’s eye-catching design can be specified to meet a variety of aesthetics and functions fro m chic cafés to casual meeting rooms to elegant private offices. Furthering the design flexibility of this piece, the generous seat and back are available with a range of upholstery options.
Design Features:
A reimagination of the classic bent plywood chair
Available with a closed or open bent plywood back
Two distinct bases: solid wood or cast aluminum
Upholstery options include seat and back upholstery for each model plus a fully upholstered option
The back is connected to the frame with no visible hardware
Kayo's leg design includes an integrated stacking protector, a plastic strip which runs the length of the leg and a stacking guide at the base of the leg for scratch prevention
Available with a trolley or cart for easy transportation
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Oak
301 Natural Oak
302 Medium Oak
303 Grey Oak
304 Brown Oak
Walnut
400 Light Walnut
401 Natural Walnut
402 Medium Walnut
Painted Oak
PTOA-Black
PTOA-White
Sustainability
Davis directs its journey toward sustainability by using a Triple Bottom Line approach that seeks economic vitality,
environmental integrity, and social responsibility. We are committed to exceeding compliance with environmental laws
and regulations that affect our operations through continuous improvement and pollution prevention practices. Davis's
energy policy encourages the minimization of its greenhouse gas and carbon footprint through the implementation of energy
conservation and efficiency improvements. Our goal is to reduce impacts to human and ecosystem health by inventory tracking,
evaluation, and control of chemicals of concern in our processes and facilities. Davis commits to openly communicating its
environmental policy to help inform stakeholders about its environmental values.
After finishing school Jonathan Prestwich started his design career in Boston, Massachusetts where he stayed briefly before heading to France to work with one of Davis’s veteran designers, Burkhard Vogtherr. After six years with Burkhard as a mentor, Jon athan moved to London where he opened his own studio. Jonathan has brought his experience together with a desire to make products for the next generation of users, fusing influences from nature and modern technology, with a goal to create simple, elegant, innovative products.
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