Named after Mercury, the Roman god of trade and commerce, the Audo Copenhagen Merkur Dining Chair puts a contemporary twist on the archetypal form of the humble dining chair, elevating the design into a piece fit for the historic Oslo Stock Exchange. Designers Skogstad and Waernes have honoured traditional techniques, transforming a timeless form into a piece of modern furniture suitable for a variety of different settings.
When placed around a dining table, the graceful contours of the chair’s seat provide a place for diners to relax for hours.
Skogstad & Waernes is an Oslo-based design studio founded by two Norwegian designers - Petter Skogstad and Fredrik Waernes.
The pair met while studying at Oslo Metropolitan University and ECAL. After a decade of designing products for the likes of Anderssen & Voll, Andreas Engesvik and Snohetta, and a variety of other world-leading studios, they decided to pool their talents and form their own studio. Their approach to design is authentic and thoughtful, producing considered products that showcase the pair’s experience and eye for detail. They work in a variety of different areas, from furniture to lighting and accessories.
