111 Navy chair, charcoal

Emeco’s 111 Navy chair is a durable and functional choice for dining rooms as well as outdoor areas. Made from recycled plastic bottles, the 111 Navy chair was developed in collaboration between Emeco and Coca-Cola. 111 recycled PET bottles have been used to manufacture one chair, and it has been reinforced with fibreglass to ensure a strong construction.

Wilton C. Dinges, the founder of Emeco, designed the original Navy chairs in 1944 for the submarines of the United States Navy. Emeco was commissioned by the U.S. government to produce chairs that would withstand the ruthless sea conditions. Thanks to their modern and minimalist look, the Navy chairs are an excellent choice also for contemporary interiors and a wide range of styles. All Emeco products are manufactured in the USA, using mostly recycled materials.

Wilton C. Dinges

American furniture manufacturer Emeco (Electric Machine and Equipment Company) is best known for its chairs that are truly made to last. In 1944, Emeco’s founder Wilton Carlyle Dinges designed the ultra-durable 1006 Navy chairs for the U.S. Navy, and later, the chairs found their way into homes, restaurants and hotels around the world. In the 21st century, Emeco’s catalogue has expanded with pieces by iconic designers including Ettore Sottsass, Jasper Morrison and Philippe Starck. Emeco’s products are still manufactured in the US and are mainly made from recycled materials.