Two Vibrant Colors Win Enzi Chair’s 2026 Public Vote for the First Time
For the first time, the Enzi Chair’s Color of the Year vote has produced two winners. Nearly 20,000 people cast their ballots to decide the new shades for 2026. The chosen colors, 'Punschkrapferl Pink' and 'Soda Lemon Yellow', will soon brighten the iconic seating in Vienna’s Museumsquartier.
The Enzi chairs have been a familiar sight in the Museumsquartier since winter 2002. Designed by architect Sebastian Herkner, these seats have also been sold to cities around the world. Their popularity continues to grow, partly due to their eco-friendly materials—since last year, they’ve been made from up to 70 percent recycled beverage cartons. At the end of their lifespan, the chairs are fully recyclable.
The public vote saw 'Punschkrapferl Pink' take the lead with 47.43 percent of the votes. Voters described the hue as 'charming and sugary-sweet'. In second place, 'Soda Lemon Yellow' secured 26.8 percent. The remaining contenders, 'Vanilla Ice White' and 'Leo’s Sausage Stand Blue', received fewer votes by comparison.
This year’s decision marks the first time two colors have been selected as winners. Both shades will now be used for the Enzi chairs in 2026, adding a fresh look to the well-known seating.
The winning colors reflect the public’s preference for bright, playful tones. With nearly 20,000 participants, the vote highlights the chairs’ ongoing appeal. The new shades will be introduced in 2026, maintaining the Enzi chairs’ role as a sustainable and stylish feature in the Museumsquartier.
