The Shark Chair | Cast Aluminium & Silk

Streamlined power. The Shark Chair is a study in hydrodynamic elegance and industrial strength. Designed by Peter Fossick, this piece fuses the cold, fluid permanence of cast aluminium with the sensuous, tactile luxury of hand-tailored silk.

Product Description

The Shark Chair captivates with a profile born from speed. Drawing inspiration from the muscular curves of apex predators and the riveted fuselage of mid-century aviation, the design features a monolithic cast aluminium shell. The metal appears to be poured rather than built, wrapping around the sitter in a seamless, protective embrace that is both aggressive and inviting.

It is a triumph of casting technology; the exterior surface is polished to a liquid-like sheen, reflecting the room around it and dissolving the visual weight of the metal. Inside this metallic exoskeleton, the seat is shaped for deep comfort, offering a stark, luxurious retreat from the hardness of the shell.

A Tactile Dualism

The Shark Chair thrives on the tension of opposites. The cool, unyielding mirror-finish of the aluminium is immediately softened by the interior upholstery—sumptuous, high-tension silk. This material pairing creates a sensory experience that is rare in furniture design: the shock of the cold metal against the hand, followed instantly by the warmth and softness of the silk against the body.

Industrial Centerpiece

Designed to command the room, The Shark Chair is not merely a seat; it is a sculpture in motion. Whether placed in a minimalist living space or an executive office, it anchors the environment with its bold, futuristic silhouette. It captures the light, creates distortion, and creates a presence that feels undeniably fast even when perfectly still.

Features & Specifications

• Maker: Designed and crafted by Peter Fossick.

• Primary Material: Solid cast aluminium body.

• Upholstery: 100% natural silk (available in various jewel tones).

• Design: Biomorphic, hydrodynamic "fuselage" shell.

• Finish: Mirror-polished or Brushed Aluminium exterior.

• Function: Statement lounge chair / Executive seating.

Why We Love It

"The Shark Chair feels like a piece of jet-age history reimagined for the modern home. We are obsessed with the contrast—it looks impenetrable and cold from the back, like a suit of armor, but the moment you sit down, the silk envelopes you. It is dangerous, sleek, and incredibly comfortable all at once."