Umarmung, a floor-sitting couch designed by Cheungvogl.

“The design is inspired by the long tradition of floor-sitting culture in Japan where the connection between the body and conversations is not restricted to universal seat height and conventional definition of sofa. Much to our surprise, through our research and conversations with local manufacturers, the floor-sitting couch is unknown and non-existent in Japan furniture design other than the zaisu chair (legless chair) used for tatami room.

Umarmung, a floor-sitting couch, is a backrest which supports the body in comfortable positions while sitting on the floor. The gradual curved profile receives the body whether it is sitting up straight or leaning back. Its floating shape simply translates its functional qualities into singular aesthetics.

Specification: Reinforced polyester resin complete with steel support, covered with eco-friendly flame-retardant polyurethane foam. The process adopts the latest variable pressure foaming (VPF) technology. It minimizes the environmental impact as it is virtually emissions-free.”

+ Cheungvogl