KAI Rattan Dining Chair
An architectural solid wood dining chair defined by a hand-tensioned natural rattan cane backrest and a tailored cushioned seat.
There's something interesting about a chair that looks different from every angle. The Kai Rattan Dining Chair is one of those pieces.
From the front, its woven rattan backrest and upholstered seat give it a simple, welcoming appearance. But viewed from the side, the design reveals its real character. The wooden frame flows into a series of gentle curves beneath the seat, creating an elegant connection between the backrest and legs.
Inspired by mid-century modern furniture, Kai brings together the warmth of natural materials and the beauty of sculpted woodwork. The open cane backrest adds texture without making the chair appear heavy, while the padded seat offers comfort for everyday dining.
Kai is particularly appealing to homeowners who want their dining chairs to have personality without dominating the room. Its sculptural frame works beautifully with a simple rectangular dining table, while its softer c
Technical Specifications
- Frame & Leg Structure: 100% Solid wood construction (solid wood stiles, rear legs, front legs, and structural seat apron)
- Backrest Inset: Hand-tensioned natural rattan cane webbing recessed into solid wood rebate
- Seat Cushioning: Fixed high-density foam seat upholstered in selected synthetic leather or tailored fabric
- Finish Details: Matte protective wood finish / natural grain reveal
- Joinery / Assembly Methods: Traditional mortise-and-tenon / precision joint assembly with expansion relief
- Edge Detailing: Hand-eased perimeter arrises with softened corners
- Origin: Designed & Made in Malaysia (Custom-made by NICCHRIS)
Cohesive Interior Curation
Kai is proportioned to accompany contemporary solid wood dining tables, bright veranda dining areas, and open-plan dining rooms. Consider pairing it with these complementary workshop pieces:
Candied Rectangular Dining Table
Anchoring dining rooms with substantial solid wood pedestal pillars and softened bullnose edges, the Candied Rectangular Dining Table provides a grounded architectural foundation. Arranging the Kai Rattan Dining Chairs around its perimeter balances the table's solid timber volume with open, light-filtering cane texture.
Mews Rack
Sharing matching natural woven rattan detailing and a solid wood chassis, the Mews Rack acts as a dedicated dining display unit for ceramics and glassware that ties the dining room together through shared material craft.
