Laminett is an armchair from Swedish brand Swedese designed by Yngve Ekström in 1956. With the same softly curved silhouette as the well-known Lamino armchair but with a lower backrest Laminett has a more slender and pared-back appearance. The design reflects Ekström’s pursuit of bringing natural materials together with comfort and function in a balanced whole.

The armchair is made of laminated moulded veneer with sweeping wooden lines that create an organic form following the body’s natural curves. The lower back gives Laminett a character of its own while retaining the design language that distinguishes Lamino. Creating both high and low versions of the same basic form was a recurring feature of Yngve Ekström’s furniture design.

Laminett is still made in Småland where the craftsmanship and manufacturing method have their roots. The armchair is available in several wood species and finishes as well as different upholstery options. The combination of the open wooden constru