Vitra's Panton chair is one of the best-known classics of modern furniture design, and due to its exciting shape and bright colours, it is also a children’s favourite. That’s why the designer Verner Panton created Panton Junior – a smaller version of the chair for Vitra. Panton Junior chair has been manufactured since 2008, and its size is about 25% smaller than the original model. Made of durable, coloured polypropylene with a matte finish, the ergonomically shaped seat and slightly flexible material make the Panton chair pleasant to sit on. The eye-catching Panton Junior chair is also suitable for outdoor use.











Panton Junior chair, white
Vitra
Description
Vitra's Panton chair is one of the best-known classics of modern furniture design, and due to its exciting shape and bright colours, it is also a children’s favourite. That’s why the designer Verner Panton created Panton Junior – a smaller version of the chair for Vitra. Panton Junior chair has been manufactured since 2008, and its size is about 25% smaller than the original model. Made of durable, coloured polypropylene with a matte finish, the ergonomically shaped seat and slightly flexible material make the Panton chair pleasant to sit on. The eye-catching Panton Junior chair is also suitable for outdoor use.
Product details (8)
- Colour
- White
- Width
- 37.6 cm
- Depth
- 44.6 cm
- Height
- 62.8 cm
- Seat height
- 34.8 cm
- Material
- Polypropylene
- Notes
- The chair is UV protected, but please note that constant exposure to sunlight might still result in fading of the colours.
- Warranty
- 10 years (product must be registered at manufacturer's website within 3 months of the purchase date)
- Product ID
Designer
Verner Panton (1926-1998) is considered one of Denmark’s most influential furniture and interior designers in the 20th century. Panton’s works are represented in numerous museums worldwide, and he was awarded several prestigious design awards. He was a unique designer with a special sense of colour, shape, light function and space.
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Sustainability
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Working conditions & labour 7/9
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Equal opportunities for all employees
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Commitment to UN Global Compact, fair compensation for all employees
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Corporate responsibility requirements defined and communicated for suppliers
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Systematic work for improved inclusion and well-being in the workplace
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Transparent supply chain
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Suppliers' compliance to a code of conduct ensured
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Compliance to the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights ensured in the supply chain
Eco-friendly production 7/9
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Fair and resource-wise water-use in production
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No incineration or landfilling of returned items
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No use of endangered species as materials
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No direct environmental emissions or waste (excl. GHGs) from production
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Production and material sourcing that respect biodiversity, animal rights, and natural ecosystems
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Material-efficient and ecological packaging
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No potentially harmful chemicals used in own production
Climate impact 5/8
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Company's direct greenhouse gas emissions identified and commitment to reduction
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Product's carbon impact identified and commitment to reduction
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Guidance on energy- and eco-efficient use of the product
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Contribution to climate initiatives beyond the brand’s direct operations
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100 % renewable energy in own production and operations
Sustainable materials 6/6
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Sustainable and long-lasting material choices
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No harmful or hazardous substances
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Responsible raw material sourcing and production
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Materials suited for circularity: monomaterials, recyclable finishings, renewable or recycled contents etc.
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Ecological materials: natural, biodegradable, recyclable or recycled contents
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Outstanding materials in terms of innovativeness, responsibility, sustainability and circularity: local production or sourcing, 100 % recycled content, C2C-certification etc.
Circular design 5/5
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High aesthetic quality promoting long-term use of the product
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Technically durable product design and material choices
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Design for enduring life-long quality
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Design and support for product maintenance, repair and upgradability
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Innovative circular design solutions: circular service system, resale platform, remanufacturing, collection of used products, etc.