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Hublot Chair
By : Le Chatelier
GRANDS PRIX DU DESIGN – 17th edition
Discipline : Product
Categories : Special Awards / Materials : Silver Certification
Categories : Product Design in Small Series & Hand-Made / Residential, Commercial & Built-In Furniture : Bronze Certification
Project description
Hublot is a chair conceived and created by the emerging artist-designer Jeremy Le Chatelier, with the intention of expressing the beauty and utility of the object by means of varying iterations.
The Hublot project is an experimentation with different materials to produce an object so familiar in our daily lives: the chair. A single and distinct form serves as the structure, designed with a central circular opening and crafted in wood, aluminum, and concrete. It’s an opportunity to explore the limits and qualities of these three different materials.
Intended to be entirely assembled and disassembled with just six screws and a screwdriver, the chairs feature a fabric seat that can be easily replaced or styled differently.
A word from the artist
Quite like the story of the three little pigs who built their homes with straw, wood, and bricks, my Hublot chair project explores the distinct qualities of three emblematic materials: aluminum, wood, and concrete. Just as the first pig quickly chose straw, I opted for aluminum for its lightweight, modern character, offering a sleek aesthetic. Wood, evoking the solidity of the second pig’s house, finds its place by evoking warmth and elegance. Finally, concrete, reminiscent of the sturdiness of the third pig’s brick house, gives the chair a strong and enduring presence. Through this approach, I shed light on how material choices not only impact appearance but also the functionality and durability of the Hublot chair. This project delves into the intrinsic qualities of each material within the context of contemporary design.
The shape and feel of the Hublot chair were greatly inspired by travels at sea and modernist architecture. It evokes the image of sailboats and the idea of admiring views through a porthole.
What happens when we slightly depart from the pure and rigid gesture and rationality of a classic chair? What if we move even further away from it, to have only the idea of a chair without the benefit of its function to keep it playful? Hublot lies within the spectrum of utility but deviates slightly with its rather irrational form and low seat.
Hublot ~ Aluminum
Lightweight and visually minimalist, this version can be easily reproduced at low cost. The aluminum can be left raw or coloured with a baked coating. It is both durable and 100% recyclable.
Canvas seat
32” x 32” x 24”- 81cm x 81cm x 60cm
36 lbs – 16kg
Hublot ~ Beech wood
Warm, natural and adaptable to any decor, this version can also be easily reproduced using a template. The wood can be rejuvenated with an oil treatment if required. The highly resistant thick leather seat will develop a soft patina over time. Available in several hardwood species.
8 oz italian leather seat
32” x 32” x 24” – 81cm x 81cm x 60cm
54 lbs – 25 kg
Hublot ~ Concrete
Heavy and grounded, this version has a strong visual impact, yet remains relatively sleek for a concrete build. Its engineering allows it to be disassembled and stored in two pieces, making it easy to transport.
Jute on wire mesh seat
32” x 32” x 24” – 81cm x 81cm x 60cm
187 lbs – 85kg
About the artist
Jeremy Le Chatelier is a Montreal-based multidisciplinary artist whose creativity is expressed through painting, photography, sculpture, and material experimentation. His perpetual quest for beauty in imperfection and his ability to merge abstraction, experimentation, and spontaneity make him an innovative and inspiring artist. A graduate in graphic design from the Université du Québec à Montréal and artistic director at Luminaire Authentik, his creations dance between functionality and art. He draws inspiration from Duchamp’s readymades, allowing him to see his environment as a great museum.
