The armchair model Dr. Sonderbar was designed by the famous designer Starck in 1983, for the publisher XO. According to the designer, it is an example of the design accession stage. A sort of extravagant phase that allowed people to rekindle their interest in design. Philippe Starck himself admits that it's not truly possible to sit in it. This access to design is complemented by the fact that it is not only intended for wealthy clientele. Through this piece, he seeks to democratize socially recognizable furniture.The model's name refers to "Dr. Sonderbar," a character from the science fiction novel Ubik written by Philip K. Dick. This piece, with its airy and minimalist appearance, is made up of a tubular structure in chromed steel.