British design maker Gareth Neal was commissioned by the luxury Scotch whisky brand The Glenlivet to create the ultimate Dram Chair – conducive to the Scotch whisky drinking experience not only in function but, quite literally, immersing the owner in the materials that bring the dram to his glass.
The contemporary chair is incredibly light and intended to be moved to wherever the sitter wishes to be while enjoying his perfect Nàdurra moment. It is inspired by the unique, nineteenth century crafts and natural materials intrinsic to the purest expression from The Glenlivet family and also the great outdoors – Neal’s favourite environment for enjoying a dram.
Notable details include Aberdeen Angus leather that has naturally turned golden while being been steeped in oak, copper rivets and bespoke copper bespoke detailing upon the chair arm, aligned to where the owner will rest his dram.
The Glenlivet Nàdurra Dram Chair will be made to order for those who register as Guardians of The Glenlivet. It will be displayed from today until 24 December at The New Craftsmen in London’s Mayfair and will then take residency at The Glenlivet Distillery and Visitor’s Centre from March 2015.
