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A group of people walk and gather in a grassy urban park with stone paths, featured on the cover of AZURE magazine promoting the AZ Awards 2026.
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Summer 2026

A group of people walk and gather in a grassy urban park with stone paths, featured on the cover of AZURE magazine promoting the AZ Awards 2026.
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Summer 2026

The June/July/August 2026 edition of AZURE is dedicated to our 16th annual AZ Awards — and also features the best of Milan, the New Museum’s expansion, the latest in building envelope systems and more!

The AZ Awards issue packs much more than our winners and finalists — though they certainly take pride of place. (And you can read all about them on our dedicated AZ Awards site.)

Passenger Chair Simon James Resident

With the Passenger dining chair, residential and commercial furniture designer – and creative director of New Zealand brand ResidentSimon James has applied a contemporary eye to the 1930s Safari chair. 

Passenger Chair Simon James Resident

Constructed with a timber joinery (or post and beam) technique, the design utilizes discreet connection points throughout the frame, offering a reliable stability. 

A supple saddle-leather sling is forgiving and will take on authentic characteristics and warmth over time and use. The structured arms support an easy entrance and exit and are positioned slightly lower than standard to allow for the seat to be tucked under most tables. 

Passenger Chair Simon James Resident
Passenger Chair Simon James Resident

The Passenger dining chair’s timeless and uncomplicated profile and quality craftsmanship mean it can be easily incorporated in both residential and commercial settings. 

Made from solid oak and oak veneer, the chair is available in two wood finishes (Natural and Black) and two leathers (Mustang and Black), which can be mixed and matched to create a uniform or contrasting appearance. 

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