Audo Copenhagen The Penguin Lounge Chair - Seat Upholstered

The Audo Copenhagen Penguin Lounge Chair - Seat Upholstered takes Ib Kofod-Larsen's iconic 1953 design and lowers the seat height for deeper relaxation, creating that perfect reading chair or conversation spot where you can truly settle in. This version features an upholstered seat paired with the distinctive curved wood veneer backrest in oak or walnut, offering the best of both worlds - the warmth and natural beauty of exposed wood combined with cushioned comfort where it matters most. At 22.1 inches wide, 25.2 inches deep, and 29.1 inches high with a 16.5-inch seat height, the slightly reclined position encourages you to lean back and stay awhile rather than perching like you would in a dining chair. Those signature penguin-wing "flippers" on the backrest cradle your shoulders and upper back, providing support that feels protective rather than restrictive. What makes the lounge version special is how the lower, more relaxed positioning shifts the chair's purpose from dining to genuine lounging - perfect for reading corners, bedroom seating, or creating intimate conversation areas.

The seat upholstery adds cushioning and texture while keeping the visual focus on Kofod-Larsen's sculptural wood backrest design. Available in premium fabrics like Re-Wool, Hallingdal, or leather options including Dakar in various finishes, you can customize comfort and color while maintaining the chair's mid-century character. The black powder-coated steel frame creates striking contrast against both the upholstered seat and wood back, emphasizing the design's geometric precision and visual lightness. The curved plywood backrest molds to your body's contours naturally, demonstrating Kofod-Larsen's exceptional understanding of ergonomics and his philosophy that furniture should feel as good as it looks. What's practical about the seat-only upholstery option is maintenance - the wood back requires just occasional dusting while the upholstered seat handles the wear from daily use, making this configuration smart for homes with kids or pets where fully upholstered furniture requires more careful treatment.

Audo Copenhagen reissued The Penguin Lounge Chair to introduce Kofod-Larsen's sophisticated yet practical approach to a new generation. Working during Danish Modern's golden age but somewhat overshadowed by bigger names, Kofod-Larsen created furniture that sits in the tension between art and design - clearly referencing mid-century aesthetics while feeling thoroughly contemporary. His purist attention to detail and exceptional material knowledge shows in how The Penguin prioritizes the person sitting in it, focusing on tactile quality and genuine comfort over trendy styling. The lounge chair became an American bestseller in the 1950s-60s because it delivered on Kofod-Larsen's core belief that furniture must feel good to touch and sit in, not just photograph well. Audo Copenhagen maintains those same construction standards and material quality, ensuring The Penguin Lounge Chair with seat upholstery offers the calm, harmonious comfort and body-cradling support that made it a mid-century icon while adapting to contemporary living where we need furniture that transitions between uses and withstands real daily life.