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Hudson Chair — Emeco

Philippe Starck

1 566 €
1 566 €
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Designed in 2000 for the Hudson Hotel in New York, the Hudson is the first collaboration between Emeco and Philippe Starck — which Starck described as "the Navy Chair stripped of its details." It is part of MoMA's permanent collection.

Made to order, by hand, in 80 % recycled aluminium, in Hanover, Pennsylvania. Lifetime warranty.

Recycled aluminium, shaped by hand

Light 3.5 kg structure. TPU glides for every use, indoors and out. Carbon footprint: 12.29 kg CO₂e. Aluminium is naturally fireproof, non-corrosive and non-magnetic.

Two finishes

Brushed aluminium (clear anodised) or hand-polished. Lifetime warranty, with an estimated life expectancy of at least 150 years. Aluminium is infinitely recyclable at the end of its life.

Another chair by Philippe Starck for Emeco: the Broom.

  • MoMA permanent collection
  • Indoor and outdoor use (outdoor: brushed finish only; polished finish for indoor use only)
  • 80% recycled aluminum, brushed or polished
  • Made to order in Hanover, PA
  • Carbon footprint: 12.29 kg CO₂e (brushed version)
  • Delivered fully assembled
  • TPU glides

Dimensions

  • Width: 39.5 cm
  • Depth: 49.5 cm
  • Overall height: 85 cm
  • Seat height: 45.5 cm
  • Weight: 3.5 kg

Warranty

  • Lifetime warranty (indoor and outdoor, glides excluded)

Shipping: included in the price.

RECEIVING YOUR PARCEL Despite all the care taken with the packaging, it is essential to check the outside of the parcel in the presence of the delivery driver.

If the box is visibly damaged, crushed or open, please refuse the parcel and record a specific reservation on the delivery slip (e.g. "Box crushed", "Opened"). Then contact us immediately so that we can exchange your item.

RETURNS AND EXCHANGES In accordance with the legislation in force, you have 14 days from receipt to exercise your right of withdrawal. Return costs are borne by the customer, except in the event of a proven product defect. Items must be returned in their original packaging, complete and in perfect condition.
80% recycled aluminium
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Aluminium Hudson counter stool at a white worktop in a bright kitchen

A partner for life

Designed for the Hudson Hotel in New York, the Hudson is the first collaboration between Emeco and Philippe Starck. At its launch in 2000, it was also Emeco's first new model in fifty years. Starck describes it as “the Navy Chair stripped of its details.” It is part of the MoMA's permanent collection.

Emeco Hudson chair, hand-polished aluminium

Aluminium, a smart material

Strong, light, naturally fireproof, non-corrosive, non-magnetic, non-bacterial — and endlessly recyclable. Made to order, by hand, from 80% recycled aluminium, in Hanover, Pennsylvania.

Philippe Starck

“Working with Emeco has allowed me to take a recycled material and transform it into something that never needs to be thrown away.” — Philippe Starck. The Hudson launched the close, lasting relationship between Emeco and Starck.

Emeco workshop in Hanover: hand-polishing an aluminium part, black-and-white photo

Handmade, in Hanover

Guaranteed for life, with an estimated lifespan of at least 150 years. At end of life, the aluminium is 100% recyclable, endlessly.

Emeco Hudson chair, hand-polished aluminium