‘Hygge’ and armchairs by the fireplace: proposals by Bross

A book, a blanket, the crackling of a burning fire and an armchair to cozy up in: in Scandinavia this image of coziness, security and warmth has its own name that is now trending: hygge. Bross makes this concept its own and reinterprets it through a catalog of voluminous-seeming and elegant seating, equally perfect for chatting in front of the fire or indulging in long, relaxing breaks.

Mysa means ‘cuddle’ in Swedish and is the name chosen for the collection of armchairs designed by Michael Schmidt ten years ago, still a must-have in the Bross catalog. The frame, made of solid natural, stained or matte lacquered oakwood, supports an upholstered, ergonomic shell embellished with a seat cushion and tone-on-tone or contrasting stitching. Upholstery is molded to the curved profile of the lounge, also offered with a four-star metal base, and available in different types of fabric or leather.

Baltea is among the most recent additions to the Bross catalog. It takes its cue from the same language, but projected into a more contemporary dimension: here wood is replaced by metal – painted black or brushed bronze lacquered – and the shell has more pronounced curves. It is divided into two parts, enveloping, creating seat and back, each completed by a fixed cushioning, with tone-on-tone or contrasting upholstery. Designed by Marco Zito, Baltea is also available with a related upholstered pouf.

Aretha is a softly shaped collection designed by Monica Armani and includes armchair, lounge, stool and table. Aretha lounge, offered with or without armrests, offers a deeper, cozier seat with a curved, voluminous backrest. The legs are solid natural, stained or matte lacquered wood, while the molded shell is upholstered in fabric or leather.