Universale Chair by Joe Colombo

The Universale Chair, designed by visionary Italian designer Joe Colombo for Kartell in 1965, was a true game-changer in furniture history. It holds the distinction of being the first mass-produced all-plastic chair, created using pioneering injection-moulding techniques.

More than just a seat, this radical design embodies the spirit of 1960s Italy: bold, democratic, and forward-looking. With its clean lines and stackable form, the Universale remains one of the most recognisable expressions of the Pop Art and mid-century modern movements.

Design aficionados may also recognise the Universale Chair from its appearance on the testing floor of Lumon Industries in Severance, where its futuristic plastic form helps define the show’s unsettling corporate aesthetic.

A collectible piece of 20th-century design, the Universale is both a slice of design history and a conversation starter for any interior.

Find vintage version of this chair on Etsy and Chairish.