{"product_id":"hug-chair","title":"HUG Chair","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"1388\" data-start=\"1359\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn award-winning sculptural chair in Japanese Elm—designed to welcome the body like an embrace.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1388\" data-start=\"1359\"\u003eA chair designed to hold you.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eThe HUG Chair by CondeHouse is designed as an embrace—an object that welcomes the body with warmth, presence, and intention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"475\"\u003eWinner of the Gold Leaf Award at the \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eInternational Furniture Design Competition Asahikawa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the chair immediately draws attention with its sculptural, organic form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eDesigned by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eYuhao Zhu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the concept centers on creating a more intimate relationship between people and wood—inviting individuals of all shapes and postures to feel naturally supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"729\"\u003eA sculptural presence in space.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"942\"\u003eCarved from Japanese Elm sourced in Hokkaido, the HUG Chair translates an extremely fluid, organic form into solid wood. Its tall, flowing silhouette rises like a natural structure—both grounding and expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eFinished with a soft-to-the-touch oil treatment, the surface enhances the tactile experience while allowing the natural character of the wood to remain fully visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003eWhether placed in a home, gallery, or hospitality setting, a single HUG Chair has the ability to transform its surroundings—introducing a sense of calm, curiosity, and quiet impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003eDesigner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003eYuhao Zhu — China\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2217\"\u003eYuhao Zhu designed the HUG Chair as a way to bring people closer to wooden furniture—creating a piece that welcomes, supports, and connects. His work explores how form can shape emotional experience, resulting in objects that feel both expressive and deeply human.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003eGold Leaf Award Winner — IFDA 2024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003eSculptural, organic form designed to “embrace” the sitter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eCrafted from Japanese Elm sourced in Hokkaido\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003eSoft oil finish enhances natural texture and touch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003eDesigned by Yuhao Zhu\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003eFunctions as both seating and statement object\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003eIdeal for residential, hospitality, and public spaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003e22\"w 23\"d 47 1\/4\"h\u003cbr data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003eSeat Height: 19 1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1910\"\u003eWeight: 136 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eWood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003eJapanese Elm — Natural finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003eBase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003eMetal base with three finish options:\u003cbr data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1771\"\u003eM-GY (Matte Gray)\u003cbr data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003eS-GY (Silver Gray)\u003cbr data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003eS-BL (Black)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2217\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/6310\/9019\/files\/Wood_Types_and_Finish.jpg?v=1774630078\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CondeHouse","offers":[{"title":"Silver Gray","offer_id":48553395650811,"sku":"HUG-S-GY","price":11530.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":48553395683579,"sku":"HUG-S-BL","price":11530.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matte Gray","offer_id":48553395618043,"sku":"HUG-M-GY","price":11530.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/6310\/9019\/files\/japandi-hug-chair-back-view-metal-base.jpg?v=1774628175","url":"https:\/\/shopjopandi.shop\/products\/hug-chair","provider":"Japandi Supply House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}