German luggage brand Rimowa has teamed up with Swiss furniture company Vitra for a conceptual project that transforms its iconic aluminum suitcase into a functional stool. The result is a stylish aluminum stool on wheels, featuring a cushioned seat on top and hidden storage inside. Designed to blend multiple functionalities with timeless style, it reimagines the suitcase as a mobile, multi-purpose object for modern living.
The Aluminum Stool is a mobile cube crafted from Rimowa’s signature grooved aluminum and fitted with the brand’s smooth-gliding multiwheel system for effortless movement. Inside, it opens to reveal a plush, fabric-lined interior. The cushioned seat is upholstered by Vitra using eco-friendly Laser RE fabric, known for its durability, easy maintenance, and abrasion resistance.
The stool’s lid features a detachable seat cushion available in three colors (Emerald Green, Ice Blue, and Papyrus Brown) to match your style. The cushion is attached to the lid with snap buttons and can be removed for cleaning.
The Rimowa Vitra Aluminum Stool features elegant pullers made from premium cowhide leather that smoothly slide into the aluminum hook. Inside, two removable leather dividers allow for flexible organization to store magazines, documents, bottles, or other personal items. As seen in the photos, it is designed for office settings, where it serves as both secure storage and a comfortable seat.
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Measuring 9.3 x 15.4 x 15.8 inches and weighing 12.6 lbs, each piece combines form and function in a compact design. This luggage-inspired furniture is a limited-edition release, with only 500 units available worldwide, priced at $2,700 and launching on June 18.
The collaboration also introduces an Aluminum Toolbox, a re-imagined version of the original Vitra Toolbox designed by industrial designer Arik Levy in 2010.
Via: Hypebeast
