Varier Furniture —
Terje Ekstrøm
Varier is a Norwegian furniture company based in Oslo, known for its innovative chairs designed to encourage movement while sitting.
Rooted in Scandinavian design principles, the company focuses on ergonomics, sustainability, and the connection between body and movement.
Through its designs, Varier aims to promote healthier and more balanced ways of sitting, supporting everyday wellbeing through functional and thoughtfully designed furniture.
Terje Ekstrøm (1944–2013) was a Norwegian industrial designer known for his experimental and playful approach to furniture design.
His most iconic work, the Ekstrem chair (1984), challenges conventional ideas of seating through its sculptural form and multifunctional use.
Ekstrøm’s work reflects a strong interest in ergonomics, movement,
and the relationship between body and object.
Today, the Ekstrem chair remains an important example of innovative Norwegian design.