Airborne

The design icon in motion since 1938

A key name in French design, Airborne has embodied a free-spirited, elegant and timeless vision of seating for more than 80 years. Founded in 1938 from the imagination of Argentinian designers Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardouy, the company became a benchmark thanks to one piece that has achieved cult status: the AA armchair, also known as the Butterfly. Where technical innovation meets formal simplicity, Airborne moves through the decades without ever losing its modernity, gracing contemporary interiors as well as the most iconic of places.

A true manifesto of 20th-century design, the AA armchair single-handedly embodies Airborne’s DNA. Inspired by the Tripolina Chair, used by British officers in the 19th century, it takes its folding, functional structure and transforms it into a sculptural, airy piece. Its silhouette, reminiscent of outstretched butterfly wings, is now instantly recognisable.

Reissued in France since the 1950s by Airborne, the AA armchair – a nod to the magazine *Architecture d’Aujourd’hui* – has been constantly reimagined without ever losing its essence. Available in canvas, leather, linen or sheepskin, it suits all styles and uses, from cosy interiors to sunny outdoor spaces.

But Airborne’s story does not end with this iconic piece. The brand continues to shape contemporary design by collaborating with emerging talents, such as the At-Once studio, which is behind creations like the Miss Trèfle table. Striking a balance between heritage and innovation, Airborne develops collections where high standards of quality, sustainability and creativity come together in perfect harmony.

Choosing Airborne means bringing into your home a piece of designer furniture steeped in history, designed to last and be passed down through the generations with elegance.