Grinza Chair
Made by Edra
Designed by Humberto Campana and Fernando Campana
The Italian word grinza means wrinkle, and the Campana Brothers wear the name honestly. Padding is gathered, folded, and draped over a tubular steel armature with an almost sculptural looseness, each piece settling into its own configuration. No two chairs resolve in quite the same way.
Fernando and Humberto Campana have always been drawn to materials in transition, fabric mid-drape, structure half-revealed, form caught between intention and accident. The Grinza belongs to that lineage. Its low back keeps the silhouette open, while the depth of the cushioning pulls the body into a kind of quiet surrender.
- Tubular steel frame
- Deeply gathered, draped upholstery construction
- Available in leather or fur coverings
- Made to order, with natural variation inherent to each piece
The Campana Brothers, born in Brazil and rooted in São Paulo, brought an improvisational sensibility to European design when Edra first began producing their work. Their collaboration with the Italian manufacturer remains one of the more consequential partnerships in contemporary furniture, precisely because both parties embraced the productive tension between craft and concept.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed the Edra Grinza Chair?
The Grinza Chair was designed by Fernando and Humberto Campana, the Brazilian brothers whose practice is known for blending cultural memory with contemporary furniture design. It was produced by the Italian manufacturer Edra, a long-standing collaborator.
What does 'Grinza' mean and why is it relevant?
Grinza is the Italian word for wrinkle or fold. The name directly references the chair's defining characteristic: upholstery that is deliberately gathered and draped over the frame rather than stretched smooth, giving each piece its expressive, individual character.
What upholstery options are available for the Grinza Chair?
The Grinza Chair is available in leather or fur coverings, both of which amplify the sculptural quality of the draped padding. Because it is made to order, individual pieces carry natural variation in how the material settles and folds.
Is the Grinza Chair made to order?
Yes. The Grinza is a made-to-order piece, which means lead times apply and configuration choices are confirmed at the time of inquiry. This production method also contributes to the subtle uniqueness of each individual chair.
How does the Campana Brothers' background inform the Grinza's design?
Fernando and Humberto Campana developed their practice in São Paulo, drawing on Brazilian craft traditions, found materials, and a sensibility that prizes emotional expression over formal minimalism. The Grinza reflects that ethos: it is structured yet deliberately unresolved, prioritizing feeling over finish.