Sattel is a lightweight seating object that rethinks comfort through simplicity, sustainability, and material innovation. As an alternative to traditional upholstered furniture, the design eliminates the need for polyurethane foam and complex composites two of the main challenges in recycling upholstered products today.

The structure consists of only a few elements, all easily disassembled for repair, replacement, or recycling. Weighing just 20 kilograms, the piece is not only efficient to produce and ship, but also easy to move and adapt within changing interior spaces. The design promotes a long product life through modular construction, tool-free assembly, and a washable, replaceable cover.

Comfort is created through the tensioning of fabric across a foldable steel frame no padding required. As the frame unfolds, it shapes the fabric into a saddle-like surface that invites the body to rest in a naturally supported posture. The result is a seating experience that feels soft and relaxed while remaining structurally minimal.

With the potential for future production using 3D-knitted textiles, the design could be realized with minimal seams and precisely engineered support zones, further reducing waste and simplifying assembly and reducing production steps . This flexibility also opens the door to color variation, material updates, or even outdoor applications.

Sattel proposes a new approach to comfort: one that’s light, repairable, adaptable, and future-facing an answer to the environmental and logistical challenges of the upholstery industry.