Central is formed by curving components and linear modules that interlock to form seats, tabletops and armrests. Central’s ergonomic seat height and backrests are proportioned to accommodate a range of body types and mobilities.
Design Thomas Bernstrand
Central belongs to a new generation of modular furniture that creates places to hang out in. The system is comprised of curving components and linear modules that interlock to form seats, tabletops and armrests. Planters slot in-between to add variety or designate individual areas. Central’s ergonomic seat height, backrests and armrests are proportioned to accommodate a range of body types and mobilities.
Backed bench
Height: 85.6 cm Height of seat: 45 cm Depth: 54.7 cm Length: 160 cm Weight: 37 kg
Armrest
Height: 26 cm Depth: 50.8 cm x Width: 4 cm Weight: 2 kg
Bench
Height: 66 cm Height of seat: 45 cm Depth: 47.6 cm Length: 160 cm Weight: 37 kg
Bench short
Height: 66 cm Height of seat: 45 cm Depth: 47.6 cm Length: 120 cm Weight: 22 kg
Convex 90° model
Height: 85.6 cm Depth: 54.7 cm Length: 106 cm Weight: 14 kg
Concave 90° model
Height: 85.6 cm Depth: 54.7 cm Length: 106 cm Weight: 13.4 kg
Planter
Height: 59.3 cm Depth: 46.3 cm Length: 46.3 cm Weight: 36 kg
A = armrest
C = to indicate choice of non-standard colour
Note that an additional fee applies for choice of a non-standard colour.
Sioo-treated Oak.
Powder-coated steel.
Delivered in parts for final assembly on site.
Freestanding. The individual units bolt to each other.
Scratches can be repainted with alkyd oil enamel.
Sioo-treated oak has been treated with Sioo Wood Protection and Sioo Weather Protection processes. After one year, the Sioo Weather Protection product should be reapplied to the wood parts. The treatment will lasts for approximately 8-10 years, after which time the weather protection product should be reapplied. Sioo-treated oak will turn pale grey over time.
The park bench has a backrest and is available with or without armrests on the sides or in any other section.
The bench is available in two different lengths with or without armrests on the side or in any other section.
The park bench and bench are available as a convex and concave 90° models in powder-coated steel.
The planter is able to attach to other modules within the system.
A flexible, modular system that creates a wide range of forms and configurations.
Design Thomas Bernstrand
Central belongs to a new generation of modular furniture that creates places to hang out in. The system is comprised of curving components and linear modules that interlock to form seats, tabletops and armrests. Planters slot in-between to add variety or designate individual areas. Central’s ergonomic seat height, backrests and armrests are proportioned to accommodate a range of body types and mobilities.
Central is comprised of curving components and linear modules that interlock to form seats and tabletops. Planters add variety or designate individual areas.
Designer Thomas Bernstrand, who owns his own design studio in Stockholm, has participated in a large number of design and art exhibitions around the world such as MoMA in New York, Colette in Paris, Biennale Design Saint-Etienne and others.
Bernstrand has received several awards for his work, including Excellent Swedish Form and Winner of the Good Design Award 2012 for Nolastolen Share. For Nola, Bernstrand has designed a large number of products and furniture series and participated in a number of special projects over the years.
