Orgatec 2026: Sellex puts collective spaces in motion with new seating designs

Good contract furniture has to earn its place in a space. It needs to look right within the architecture, work comfortably through different uses and make life easier when rooms need to change. This practical approach has been part of Sellex’s DNA since the company was founded in San Sebastián in 1977. At Orgatec 2026, the Spanish brand presents KLOK, a new chair by Stephen Philips (Arup), alongside BILDU 2020 by Mario Ruiz — two seating solutions developed for the realities of collective environments.

Over more than four decades, Sellex has worked with leading designers to create furniture for offices, universities, hospitals, airports and other public spaces, with more than 3,000 installations in over 40 countries. Its approach also places sustainability within the design process: Sellex has been developing its collections according to Ecodesign principles since 2012, while its 100/100 range includes selected products made from 100% recycled and recyclable materials.

KLOK Chair: a versatile answer to changing spaces

With its softly flared silhouette and smooth, flowing lines, KLOK brings a gentle presence to collective spaces. Created by Stephen Philips (Arup), the new chair combines visual lightness with the durability and versatility required for intensive use. Its name refers to the shape of the shell — klok, meaning “bell” in Dutch — and pays tribute to the designer’s origins.

KLOK is conceived as a complete seating programme rather than a single configuration. The collection includes a basic chair, versions with arms, wooden legs, sled bases and pyramidal bases with glides or castors. It can be fully upholstered or fitted with an upholstered seat, while accessories such as a writing tablet, linking piece and transport trolley allow it to adapt to different layouts and uses.

This flexibility makes KLOK particularly relevant to spaces that need to change throughout the day. It can be used in cafés and restaurants as well as libraries, training rooms, offices and collaborative areas, with configurations ranging from individual seating to rows and groups for meetings, conferences and workshops. The chair stacks up to six units on the floor and twelve on a trolley, making storage and room changes straightforward.

KLOK is also available within Sellex’s 100/100 range. These versions are made from 100% recycled and recyclable polypropylene, bringing the same lightweight and stackable qualities to projects where material choice and environmental criteria are part of the specification.

BILDU 2020: modular seating for shared environments

When a waiting area has to accommodate dozens of people without making the space feel crowded, modularity becomes part of the architecture. This is where BILDU 2020 comes into its own. Designed by Mario Ruiz, the system combines the essential character of the original BILDU bench with more compact dimensions and lighter upholstery, making it particularly suited to contemporary collective spaces.

Its modular structure allows different configurations, with painted aluminium legs and arms and a choice of oak or fully upholstered shells. Five- and six-seat versions incorporate a central leg for additional stability while maintaining a visually light structure. Arms, side tables, PMR seats and electrification can also be added, giving specifiers further options when planning larger waiting and shared areas.

BILDU 2020 is particularly well suited to environments where seating needs to accommodate different users and levels of activity, from transport hubs and healthcare settings to universities and other public spaces. Its understated design allows it to sit comfortably within a wider architectural scheme, while its modularity provides the practical flexibility required by large-scale projects.

Design that works across the project

KLOK and BILDU 2020 show two sides of Sellex’s approach to collective seating: a versatile chair that can move between different uses and configurations, and a modular bench designed to organise larger shared areas. Both combine a restrained visual language with the practical qualities required for contract environments. See the collections at Orgatec 2026 and explore how Sellex’s seating solutions can respond to the changing needs of contemporary workspaces and public interiors.

Location: Hall 8.1 | Stand B020 / C021

www.sellex.es