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By Happy Jasta · 25 July, 2024
Eames lounge chair is a timeless icon of Mid-Century Modern furniture that never loses its charm
In response to the growing demand for sustainability, Herman Miller has launched an eco-friendly upholstery material keeping the chair fresh and relevant
The company now offers a bamboo-based leather alternative to cater to conscious lifestyles
This alternative leather, known as Banbū, is developed by von Holzhausen
This plant-based material is touted for being soft, durable, and scratch-resistant and colorfast
It is already being used in fashion and automotive industries
Using this alternative upholstery material reduces the carbon footprint by up to 35-percent
There are three colors: Black, Ivory and Russet
Eames lounge chair with bamboo leather alternative upholstery is available for $6,395 from Herman Miller in America, Asia, Australia, and Africa while buyers in Europe and the Middle East can get it from Vitra