Uno Pouf

Upholstered stool without a backrest

The Uno pouf by Design House Stockholm was designed for a hotel where flexibility is of the utmost importance &,” says Eero Koivisto. & “When you sit on a seat without a backrest, as is common in the Far East, you also adopt a more active posture. & ” Eero Koivisto notes that benches and stools are common in Japan, especially in restaurants and bars, and they encourage an attentive sitting posture that contributes to lively discussions. Claesson Koivisto Rune renovated the legendary Grand Hotel Terminus in Bergen, Norway, and created Uno a pouf for the Amundsen Whisky Bar. The warm, amber-colored interior, framed by beams and wood paneling as well as impressive tall stained-glass windows, was designed to retain its original character. It is almost identical to the time when explorer Amundsen held his press conference by the large fireplace in 1928, before disappearing on his final Arctic rescue mission. Uno Finn Juhl’s Pelican chairs, along with plush sofas and small tables, complement the historic setting and allow for an even more easily reconfigurable space. Uno is no exception when it comes to care and attention to detail. A finely crafted wooden frame supports upholstery of varying densities: firm yet soft. And it’s clearly practical—the pouf is easy to move, and the recessed base makes it easier to stand up from a seated position.