Vermund Larsen
– Founder of VELA
VERMUND LARSEN A/S (VELA) is a Danish, family-owned company founded in 1935 by Vermund Larsen, whose spirit and richness of ideas are still alive despite his early passing in 1970.
Vermund Larsen had a degree in interior design, and he was a true entrepreneur. He became one of the pioneers behind ergonomically correct office chairs, and he was passionate about design, shape and functionality. He believed in creating beautiful products where the central theme was always comfortable seating.