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The Haycock ADIRONDACK

The Adirondack chair is synonymous with the best of summer: You know, relaxing in the shade with friends and family, or simply sittin’ back on a warm evening with a drink in hand. These iconic chairs with their rear legs that lean forward to become part of the seat structure come in many forms, and are made of everything from construction lumber to injection-molded plastic. But some Adirondack chairs aren’t that comfortable. Others are so deep and low that they’re hard to get out of. Many are huge, heavy, and difficult to move.

That’s why we took notice of this design by Haycock Township, PA-based architect and furniture maker Ric Hanisch. Its curved and tapered geometry combines ergonomics and style to create a

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