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Chairs made from Recycled Barrels

Posted by on Apr 23, 2012 in DESIGN, HOME DECOR

It always amazes me how a designer can take one material and completely redefine its use. Take this chair created by Magnus Mewes for instance. He chose to give the barrels of European wineries a new life as a chair. Not only does it have a unique geometry, but it has this singular vintage look which is quite reminiscent to the aging characteristics of wine.

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