Pico lounge chair – Fogia
Designed by Andreas Engesvik for Fogia, the new Pico is a lounge chair that combines opposing qualities. Lightness and stability are the order of the day; temperament and flexibility are the order of the day. Informal, warm, and surprisingly light, Pico is as well-designed as it is original. Versatile and easy to handle, it feels much larger than it appears. In other words, it doesn't take up much space, but once seated, it's surprisingly spacious and comfortable.
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“Comfort is an essential quality that Fogia masters perfectly,” explains designer Andreas Engesvik. “They are a furniture maker that masterfully combines classic materials and craftsmanship. They show great respect for your ideas. When we work together, we never compromise on the idea or involve focus groups. This makes all the difference in the expression of the finished product,” adds Engesvik, who has designed numerous pieces of furniture for Fogia over the years, including the contemporary icons Bollo and Tiki, new versions of which Fogia will launch this year with brushed and polished stainless steel frames.
Lightness is a common trait of both Tiki and Pico, stemming from their remarkably thin tubular steel frames. In Pico's case, it creates the illusion that the chair consists of simply two inviting cushions floating at a comfortable seat height. The thinness of the frame not only gives Pico a distinct personality but also significantly reduces its weight, thus reducing resource consumption while increasing its versatility. In fact, Pico weighs just 12.3 kg, allowing it to be moved like a stool. You can simply place it wherever you need it, whenever you need it.
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Pico is a robust piece of furniture, designed for long-term, intensive use. “It’s impact-resistant. You can use it for fifteen years, then store it in the garage for a decade, then clean it and put it back into service,” explains Engesvik. Pico is manufactured in the Fogia factory by expert craftsmen who understand what goes into making authentic, durable furniture that can withstand prolonged and intensive use: robust, carefully selected materials like leather, wood, steel, and high-quality natural fabrics, combined with the know-how needed to handle them properly.
This craftsmanship is reflected in the details, such as the stitching, welds, and armrests covered in leather or fabric. Pico is full of small, yet significant details. The armrests are reminiscent of the sheathed handlebars of elegant racing motorcycles or the steering wheels of vintage sports cars. A time when these objects were at their peak. Its tubular steel frame, meanwhile, evokes Bauhaus and mid-century Scandinavian design.
