The Tableau Chair is a minimalist chair by the London-based multidisciplinary design studio, Akasaki & Vanhuyse. Composed entirely of wooden planks cut to the same width, the chair explores structure and proportion through a precise balance of horizontality and verticality. The direction of the wood grain and subtle joinery details emphasize this geometry, resulting in a piece that feels both deliberate and quietly expressive.

Made to order in London, the Tableau Chair is available in douglas fir or walnut, each finish highlighting the natural character and texture of the wood. Its form consists of broad, solid planks that make up the seat, legs, and backrest, an architectural composition that celebrates the inherent beauty of wood in its simplest state.

The name Tableau, meaning both “grid” and “artwork” in French, reflects the chair’s dual nature as a functional object and a study in composition. As the first independently produced piece by the studio, the Tableau Chair embodies Akasaki & Vanhuyse’s commitment to creating useful, enduring designs that unite craftsmanship with clarity of form.