A compact, high-back lounge chair that compresses the sculptural presence of a tufted, framed armchair into a narrow footprint. It keeps the vertical, portrait-like silhouette and tactile tufting but reduces depth and overall mass so it works in tight reading nooks, entry alcoves, or beside a desk. The result feels composed and supportive — a dignified yet cozy seat that reads like a small-scale statement piece.
Inspiration
Mid-century modern club chairs and classic Chesterfield tufting, reinterpreted at a smaller scale to emphasize verticality and human proportion.
Scandinavian and Japanese woodworking traditions where straightforward frames celebrate honest joinery and the frame becomes a calm counterpoint to upholstery.
The idea of a “seated portrait” — furniture that presents a composed, sculptural silhouette in profile and front view, suited to quiet corners, libraries, or refined dining settings where presence matters.
Materials & Finishes
Frame: Solid walnut or ash with exposed, chamfered edges; joinery expressed through pegged mortise-and-tenon details. Finish: hand-rubbed oil or matte lacquer to highlight grain and provide a warm, understated sheen.
Upholstery: Commercial grade upholstery with high martindale cycles