ALIEN Chairs at Spazio Punch: A Radical Exploration of Design and Coexistence

The ALIEN chairs, part of Walter van Beirendonck’s Fall/Winter 2025-2026 collection, made their stunning debut at Spazio Punch during the 19th International Architecture Exhibition in Venice. This unique installation, created in collaboration with the Artisans-X collective, invites visitors to experience not only innovative design but a powerful message about the future of coexistence.

These sculptural, humanoid seats aren’t just pieces of furniture—they are interactive, thought-provoking entities that challenge conventional design and cultural boundaries. The ALIEN chairs, crafted in three distinct colors and textures—midnight black faux fur, vibrant orange, and beige with a glossy smile—serve as a metaphor for alternative ways of being. They disrupt the post-industrial environment of Spazio Punch, offering an invitation to sit down and engage in a deeper dialogue about our present and future.

The Alien Invitation: Sit, Embrace, Reflect

The ALIEN chairs are designed to adapt to the human body, inviting users to interact and shift perspectives as they sit. The ergonomic sides, neck, and seating angles respond to your movements, encouraging a reflective and intimate engagement. The idea is simple yet profound: in order to understand, we must allow ourselves to be embraced by the unknown, by difference, and by the possibilities of alternative worlds. This experience moves beyond just seating—it’s about shifting your mindset and opening yourself up to new perspectives.

A Message of Peace and Possibility

The ALIEN chairs are more than just an aesthetic statement; they are a powerful symbol of peace. Embroidered slogans such as "We come in peace" and "No war peace" remind us that these beings are not threats to be resisted but companions that gently nudge us toward ethical coexistence. Through these bold design choices, the installation challenges the binary thinking that often dominates our society—human vs. technology, male vs. female, nature vs. culture—and proposes that difference is a resource, not a threat.

Limited Edition: Own a Piece of the Future

Produced in a limited run of just 300 pieces, each ALIEN chair is a unique work of art, crafted by the master artisans of Artisans-X. With a design that pushes the boundaries of both fashion and furniture, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of a groundbreaking collaboration that merges fashion, design, and philosophy.