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Obstacles Seating

Obstacles emerged out of a desire to make objects that are deliberate. We believe in conscious simplification, following a process of geometric reduction that allows the essential quality of each object to emerge.

The concepts behind our collections are grounded in daily life. We make furniture that can be lived with. Objects infused with a sense of comfort and stability.

We collaborate with a careful selection of Spanish fine woodworkers, maintaining close involvement with them throughout the design process. This partnership allows us to preserve their tradition, reinterpreting their knowledge to respond to a contemporary context.

We are committed to the longevity and sustainable lifecycle of our furniture. We work with oak that is FSC-certified, Grade A Quality European Oak, carefully selecting sections of the trunk with minimal knots and unique grain patterns. By creating a unique assembly system, we avoid the use of glue in the joineries of the furniture, allowing the wood to shift naturally over time without losing its stability. We work with natural pigments and finishes. We are conscious of each step of the design process, allowing us to produce products that are ethical and environmentally sound.

Carefully sanded and shaped, stained to age with grace.

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Creator: Obstacles
Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Oil, H.45
By Obstacles, Yoyo Balagué
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 45 cm x H. 52 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 17.7 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Coffee, H.45
By Obstacles, Yoyo Balagué
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 45 cm x H. 52 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 17.7 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Natural, H.45
By Yoyo Balagué, Obstacles
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 45 cm x H. 52 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 17.7 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Black, H.45
By Obstacles, Yoyo Balagué
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 45 cm x H. 52 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 17.7 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Coffee, H.45
By Obstacles, Yoyo Balagué
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 45 cm x H. 52 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 17.7 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Oil, H.45
By Obstacles, Yoyo Balagué
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 45 cm x H. 52 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 17.7 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Natural, H.45
By Yoyo Balagué, Obstacles
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 45 cm x H. 52 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 17.7 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Umber, H.45
By Obstacles, Yoyo Balagué
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 45 cm x H. 52 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 17.7 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Oil, H.20
By Yoyo Balagué, Obstacles
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 20 cm x H. 27 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 7.9 i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Sofa 'Marina' by Obstacles, Grey Fabric K04 and Oak Wood
By Yoyo Balagué, Obstacles
Located in Paris, IDF
'Marina' Sofa designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: W. 235 x L. 98 x H. 70 cm W. 92.52 x L. 38.58 x H. 27.56 in Wood finishes:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Umber, H.20
By Obstacles, Yoyo Balagué
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 20 cm x H. 27 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 7.9 i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Natural, H.20
By Obstacles, Yoyo Balagué
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 20 cm x H. 27 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 7.9 i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Coffee, H.20
By Obstacles, Yoyo Balagué
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 20 cm x H. 27 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 7.9 i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Black, H.20
By Obstacles, Yoyo Balagué
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 20 cm x H. 27 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 7.9 i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Coffee, H.30
By Yoyo Balagué, Obstacles
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 30 cm x H. 37 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 11.8 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Black, H.30
By Yoyo Balagué, Obstacles
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 30 cm x H. 37 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 11.8 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Natural, H.30
By Yoyo Balagué, Obstacles
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 30 cm x H. 37 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 11.8 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Oil, H.30
By Yoyo Balagué, Obstacles
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 30 cm x H. 37 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 11.8 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Umber, H.30
By Yoyo Balagué, Obstacles
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué. Dimensions: Seat height: 30 cm x H. 37 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm Seat height: 11.8 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Obstacles Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

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Obstacles seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Obstacles seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Obstacles seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Obstacles were created in the modern style in spain during the 21st century and contemporary. Prices for Obstacles seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,114 and can go as high as $16,704, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,114.

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