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Yi Chair by Michael Young

Yi Chair by Michael Young for EOQ

Product news: designer Michael Young has created a wooden dining chair for Hong Kong design brand EOQ.

Yi Chair by Michael Young

Constructed in China by Japanese craftsmen, Michael Young's Yi Chair for EOQ is made from ash, with a deep bent-wood backrest.

Yi Chair by Michael Young

"China is not known for wood production and craft but we kind of cracked it with a passion for Scandinavia and geography," said Young.

Yi Chair by Michael Young

The upholstered seat is removable to allow the chair to be stacked for shipping.

Yi Chair by Michael Young

A matching dining table will also be released as part of the same collection.

Yi Chair by Michael Young

Michael Young has also designed a chair made from recycled aluminium for EOQ.