Hem’s Hai lounge chair features a balanced, yet distinctively characteristic combination of slim metal legs and a voluminous seat. Designed by Luca Nichetto, the modern lounge chair nods to the design of classic recliners, offering an equally comfortable space for reading, relaxing and socializing. The beautifully detailed bouclé upholstery gives the chair a refined finish.
Hai lounge chair, sawdust boucle
Hem
Description
Hem’s Hai lounge chair features a balanced, yet distinctively characteristic combination of slim metal legs and a voluminous seat. Designed by Luca Nichetto, the modern lounge chair nods to the design of classic recliners, offering an equally comfortable space for reading, relaxing and socializing. The beautifully detailed bouclé upholstery gives the chair a refined finish.
Product details (10)
- Colour
- Brown, black
- Width
- 34.65 in (88 cm)
- Depth
- 34.25 in (87 cm)
- Height
- 39.37 in (100 cm)
- Seat height
- 15.75 in (40 cm)
- Frame material
- Powder-coated metal
- Seat cushion
- Polyurethane foam
- Upholstery fabric
- Bute Storr Sawdust: 97% new wool, 3% nylon
- Abrasion resistance
- 65,000 Martindale
- Lightfastness
- 5
- Product ID
Designer
The Italian designer Luca Nichetto (b.1976) studied industrial design in Venice. He started his career in 1999 by making Murano glass for Salviati. The same year he also started a long cooperation with Foscarini. In 2006 Nichetto founded his own design studio Nichetto & Partners, that focuses on industrial design. During his career he has won several awards like the IF Product Design Award in 2008 and the Elle Décor Italy Designer of the Year in 2013.
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Sustainability
The Product Sustainability Framework, our criteria of sustainable design, helps you find the most sustainable products in our selection. Read below which sustainability criteria this product has met.
Working conditions & labour 8/9
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Equal opportunities for all employees
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Commitment to UN Global Compact, fair compensation for all employees
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Corporate responsibility requirements defined and communicated for suppliers
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Systematic work for improved inclusion and well-being in the workplace
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Transparent supply chain
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Suppliers' compliance to a code of conduct ensured
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Compliance to the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights ensured in the supply chain
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Support for community involvement in the supply chain
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Direct suppliers audited and certified
Eco-friendly production 8/9
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Fair and resource-wise water-use in production
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No incineration or landfilling of returned items
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No use of endangered species as materials
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No direct environmental emissions or waste (excl. GHGs) from production
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The sustainability of direct suppliers' production is addressed and monitored
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Production and material sourcing that respect biodiversity, animal rights, and natural ecosystems
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Material-efficient and ecological packaging
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No potentially harmful chemicals used in own production
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Positive impact on nature’s well-being through operations that regenerate natural ecosystems
Climate impact 4/8
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Company's direct greenhouse gas emissions identified and commitment to reduction
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Product's carbon impact identified and commitment to reduction
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Guidance on energy- and eco-efficient use of the product
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100 % renewable energy in own production and operations
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Contribution to climate initiatives beyond the brand’s direct operations
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Low-carbon or compensated transportation
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Carbon footprint of the product calculated and goals set to reduce it
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Carbon neutral or carbon negative product
Sustainable materials 4/6
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Sustainable and long-lasting material choices
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No harmful or hazardous substances
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Responsible raw material sourcing and production
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Materials suited for circularity: monomaterials, recyclable finishings, renewable or recycled contents etc.
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Ecological materials: natural, biodegradable, recyclable or recycled contents
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Outstanding materials in terms of innovativeness, responsibility, sustainability and circularity: local production or sourcing, 100 % recycled content, C2C-certification etc.
Circular design 4/5
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High aesthetic quality promoting long-term use of the product
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Technically durable product design and material choices
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Design for enduring life-long quality
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Design and support for product maintenance, repair and upgradability
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Innovative circular design solutions: circular service system, resale platform, remanufacturing, collection of used products, etc.