CHA Lounge Chair
An Authorial Study in Upholstered Volume, Parametric Joinery & Structural Wood Carcass Engineering
Cha Lounge Chair | Upholstered Armchair by NICCHRIS
The Comfort of a Sofa, in a Single Chair
There are times when a living room needs an additional seat, but another sofa would be too much. The Cha Lounge Chair by NICCHRIS offers a more compact way to introduce that same sense of comfort, with a generous seat and upholstered sides that give it the character of a small, individual sofa.
Cha has a distinctive, almost box-like body, but the curves along its backrest and armrests prevent it from looking rigid. The upholstery continues from the back around both sides, while the seat is integrated into the overall form rather than appearing as a separate loose cushion. A narrow dark base beneath the chair provides a subtle contrast to its substantial upholstered body.
In a living room, Cha doesn't necessarily need to match the main sofa. It can introduce a different shape or fabric texture while still belonging to the same furniture arrangement. For homes with open-plan layouts, a pair of Cha chairs could also create a smaller conversation area away from the main seating.
What makes Cha appealing is its ability to feel like a complete seating space on its own. It has the presence of a small sofa without requiring the same amount of floor space, making it worth considering for living rooms, bedrooms, and private sitting areas.
Available in a selection of upholstery fabrics and made to order in Malaysia by NICCHRIS.
Material Authenticity & Engineering Authority
Engineered Structural Wood Carcass
Constructed with a heavy-gauge structural wood carcass engineered to resist dynamic torsional stresses. Seasoned under controlled humidity conditioning to neutralize internal material tension, preventing frame deflection across air-conditioned living spaces.
Parametric Joinery & Skeletal Anchorage
Cha’s internal frame utilizes parametric joinery scripting to distribute stress loads across the skeleton. Reinforced with interlocking corner blocks and torque plates to permanently eliminate frame flex, wobble, and squeaks.
Multi-Density Cold-Cured Ergonomic Core
Cold-cured foam cores enveloped in breathable Dacron batting yield an immediate supple surface embrace, followed by progressive spinal cradling that prevents cushion depression and seating fatigue over years of daily enjoyment.
Master Artisan Fabric Tailoring
Seams are hand-tailored with micro-stitch precision along compound radiuses to prevent puckering. Concealed base elements receive protective sealants that resist floor-level moisture while preserving core structural integrity.
Architectural Spatial Versatility
Cha is engineered for interior architects, spatial stylists, and discerning homeowners curating environments defined by sculptural presence and acoustic warmth. Positioned as an inviting reading anchor beside full-height architectural glazing, arranged in conversational pairs across a minimalist stone hearth, or completing an executive master bedroom retreat, its low-slung profile keeps panoramic room sightlines fluid and unobstructed. Every piece is custom made to commission in Malaysia, accommodating bespoke textile selections ranging from textured bouclés and Belgian linen weaves to custom-loomed architectural wools.
Looking for cohesive interior curation? Pair Cha alongside the low horizontal lines of the Mooi TV Cabinet or balance with the architectural volume of the Donald Sideboard.
