Lyla Chair

The Lyla Chair from Four Hands is a tub chair built for sinking into. The body is low and rounded, with a fixed back cushion and a deep seat padded in polyurethane foam wrapped in polyester fiber. Solid wood legs lift the upholstered shell off the floor, and webbing under the seat keeps the shape steady through daily use.

The silhouette comes from the classic barrel and tub chair, then gets a cleaner finish. Slim exposed legs under a big, soft upholstered mass set up a deliberate contrast of color and scale. Coverings run from creamy performance weave and camel to cotton blends in ochre and cocoa, plus a distressed burgundy suede, each paired with a wood tone that suits it, from pale natural to deep oak and ash. It sits easily beside a tailored sofa or a worn vintage side table.

Set it in a living room corner, beside a bedroom window, or across from a fireplace with a lamp and a stack of books within reach. The arms are low and the seat is generous, so it works for reading with your feet tucked up as well as for a long conversation. The performance weaves are made to handle spills and regular use, which makes the lighter colors easier to live with.