Chair 2007 / 2008 by Casala

The Model 2007/2008 chair by Alexander Begge for Casala, often referred to as the Casalino, is a quintessential expression of 1970s design optimism, where material innovation and sculptural simplicity converge into a single, fluid gesture. Conceived in the mid-1970s, the chair is formed from one continuous piece of injection-moulded plastic, a technique that allowed Begge to eliminate traditional joints and structures in favor of a seamless, monolithic silhouette. Its softly cantilevered form gives it a subtle spring and “free-swing” comfort, while the rounded, almost anthropomorphic curves lend it a playful yet functional presence. Lightweight, durable, and stackable, it embodies the era’s fascination with mass production and democratic design, transforming industrial plastic into something both practical and iconic. Decades later, its timeless shape and resilient construction continue to affirm its status as a design classic that bridges utility and sculptural elegance.