Sitting in comfort

The ongoing China Chair Exhibition at Tsinghua University showcases pieces by both ancient craftsmen and modern Chinese designers. Sun Yuanqing reports.

Traditional Chinese chairs are admittedly beautiful, but are they comfortable to sit in, and how can they fit in a modern home? These are questions that modern Chinese designers have been grappling with.

The ongoing China Chair Exhibition that opened at Tsinghua University recently showcases 39 pieces by both ancient craftsmen and modern Chinese designers like Shi Dayu and Zhu Xiaojie. It aims to promote modern Chinese furniture design.