CARMO
CARMO armchair was designed to bring the comfort of the bedroom into a living space.
Its wooden structure takes inspiration from traditional Japanese futon beds, while the generously padded cushion wraps around it like a soft, oversized duvet. The result is a relaxed accent piece that invites casual, cozy seating.
It is also the first Zara Home armchair to feature a removable seat cover, thought to offer a more sustainable and adaptable design. This approach allows the brand to refresh the fabric over time, introducing new options and creating coordinated sets.
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A key goal was to address the challenge of material separation in upholstered furniture which represents a major barrier to recyclability.
The armchair was designed to be washable, changeable, and easy to disassemble, supporting long-term use and repair while allowing for eventual recycling at the end of its life cycle.
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Several iterations of the CARMO armchair were explored throughout the design process. It began with a simple square wooden frame, joined at clean angles, over which the cushion wraps around it and fasten at the sides, as if the chair is wearing a puffer jacket. I wanted to capture the intention of the brand to bridge the gap between fashion and interior.