Canoa
Made by WENTZ
Designed by Guilherme Wentz
Guilherme Wentz designed the Canoa as an object of quiet surrender. Its name, Portuguese for "canoe," is not incidental. The chair's silhouette echoes the hull of a small vessel, its curves suggesting motion even at rest. The angled seat invites the body into an almost horizontal position, a posture closer to repose than sitting.
Feet set low to the ground function as a rocker's fulcrum, offering a gentle, continuous sway or the option to pause entirely. The gesture is fluid, unhurried. Full upholstery wraps the form without interruption, softening every edge and giving the piece a sculptural coherence that reads as much as object as it does as furniture.
- Upholstered in WE-KNIT, a three-dimensional fabric engineered from recycled PET bottles recovered from the ocean
- Sinuous, fully upholstered shell with a near-horizontal reclined seating position
- Low-profile rocker feet designed for smooth, controlled movement
- Available made to order in a range of upholstery options
Wentz, founded in São Paulo, approaches furniture as a discipline of cultural authorship. Each piece is grounded in Brazilian craft traditions while engaging with a broader conversation about material responsibility and formal innovation. The Canoa is among the studio's most emblematic works: a chair that asks you to stop, drift, and remain.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the WE-KNIT fabric used on the Canoa?
WE-KNIT is a three-dimensional knitted textile engineered from recycled PET bottles collected from the ocean. The fabric has a soft, structured feel that suits full upholstery applications, and its production reflects Wentz's commitment to reducing environmental impact without compromising tactile quality.
Is the Canoa a true rocking chair?
Yes. The Canoa's feet are positioned close to the floor and function as a rocker, allowing a gentle, continuous sway. The design permits the user to control the motion, settling into stillness or allowing the chair to move freely.
Who is Guilherme Wentz?
Guilherme Wentz is a Brazilian designer and the founder of the São Paulo-based studio Wentz. His practice draws from Brazilian craft and material culture, producing furniture that engages formal restraint with a strong sense of identity and authorship.
Can the Canoa be ordered in different upholstery options?
The Canoa is available made to order, which allows for selection among upholstery materials and finishes. Specification details are best confirmed directly with a design consultant familiar with the current Wentz offering.
What seating position does the Canoa support?
The angled seat and back of the Canoa are calibrated to place the body in a near-horizontal recline, a position that encourages genuine rest. The chair's height and the firmness of the form still allow the user to enter and exit without difficulty.