Low-Slung Lounging

JH97 by Jaime Hayon balances past and future, says Fritz Hansen, making lounging a new art form. The idea was to create a ‘typical’ Danish lounge chair, but in typical Hayon style, that involved drawing inspiration from the unexpected – in this case, the shape of a pelican. Explains Hayon: “We knew from the start what we wanted to achieve: an extraordinary and seamless addition to the Fritz Hansen universe. We also looked to nature: to the rounded, streamlined shape of the pelican’s beak and body, which is apparent in the curved shapes of both the frame and the cushions.” The low-slung silhouette of JH97 gives a laid-back expression. The exaggerated armrests and generous backrest promise excellent support for the body. The backrest is angled for comfort during prolonged sitting. In Singapore, Fritz Hansen is carried by W. Atelier via the Fritz Hansen Lounge.