Amae

A harmonious fusion of emotional design and upcycling, The Embrace Chair captures the essence of amae—a Japanese term for trustful dependence and comforting support. Crafted from a reclaimed red chair, it features a bold, anthropomorphic backrest that hugs the user, symbolizing solace and gratitude. The design retains a single decorative stick from the original backrest, honoring the chair’s history while blending it with modern elements. The red finish, unevenly sanded to reveal the natural woodgrain, celebrates imperfection, resilience, and the passage of time. This chair transforms sitting into an emotional experience, inviting you to lean back, be embraced, and find beauty in connection and renewal.