In a saturated global marketplace of chair designs?truthfully, do we need another chair design" (the perennial design question)?it is increasingly difficult to make a new design a successful reality. Often, it is those heritage brands, large companies and well known designers that excel, fuelled by investment and media attention. And increasingly?in an age of celebrity?such designers and brands thrive on their star quality. As design aficionados, buffs and lovers, we expect no less than perfection from our heroes and protagonists. It is a state without end. Thankfully?for design fans of all shapes and sizes?many of the big design hitters continue to deliver the goods without fail (as they ride on the crest of a wave). Several noteworthy chair and sofa releases come from Republic of Fritz Hansen, &tradition and Carl Hansen & Søn.Ro? as a two-seater sofaSpanish designer Jaime Hayon has reimagined his Ro? lounge chair for Republic of Fritz Hansen as a two-seater sofa. Retaining the curvy silhouette of the original chair, the Ro? sofa is a quirky, colourful seat, roomy enough for two. In Danish ‘Ro’ means ‘tranquility’, and Hayon’s Ro? sofa provides a moment of escape and the chance for meaningful conversation.Ro? sofa in red with wooden base.Ro? sofa in warm grey with brushed aluminium legs.Ro? sofa in blue with brushed aluminium legs.Photos © Republic of Fritz Hansen.Oksen? lounge chairAlso from Fritz Hansen, the relaunch...