The Laundry Chair is a furniture concept that builds on a familiar habit—placing worn clothes on a chair. Instead of treating this as clutter, the design formalizes it into a functional feature, combining seating with a dedicated space for “in-between” garments.
Originally introduced as a prototype in a 2024 video, the chair has since evolved into a finalized design. After a successful Kickstarter campaign, it is now available for pre-order through Yetch, the design studio founded by creator Simone Giertz. The company says the design is complete and that its manufacturing partner has already produced multiple high-quality versions of the chair, with packaging and material sourcing currently underway ahead of full-scale production. The strong response to both the crowdfunding campaign and the subsequent pre-order launch highlights how widely people relate to the everyday problem the chair is designed to solve.
A simple idea built around everyday behavior
The core concept is straightforward. Many garments, such as jeans, sweaters, or jackets, are often worn more than once before washing. While putting them back into a wardrobe immediately may not feel appropriate, leaving them in a pile creates clutter and makes the chair unusable.
The Laundry Chair approaches this by integrating a rotating rail system around the seat. The rail is mounted on a ball-bearing Lazy Susan mechanism, allowing it to rotate smoothly through 360 degrees. Clothes can be hung on the rail instead of being piled up, and then rotated behind the chair when not in use.
This separation between seating and storage ensures that the chair remains functional even when it is holding multiple items. According to available information, the rail can accommodate around 10 garments at a time, offering a practical alternative to a growing pile.
Designed for airflow and practicality
Beyond organization, the design also supports a practical clothing-care approach. Hanging garments allows air circulation, which can help reduce moisture, wrinkles, and odors. This can extend the usable life of clothes and reduce unnecessary washing—a point often overlooked in daily routines.
The chair essentially creates a designated “airing zone” within the bedroom, without requiring additional racks or furniture.
Materials, dimensions, and construction
The Laundry Chair is built more like a premium furniture piece than a temporary solution. It features a solid hardwood frame paired with cotton corduroy upholstery, along with a removable cover for easier maintenance. The chair also has a rated weight capacity of 440 lb (200 kg), comes with a 2-year warranty, and features a removable, washable seat cushion cover.
In terms of size and weight:
Dimensions: 93.2 × 92.4 × 93.2 cm (36.7 × 36.4 × 36.7 inches)
Weight: 20 kg (45 lb)
The chair ships flat-packed in a compact box and is designed for relatively straightforward assembly.
Kickstarter campaign performance
The Laundry Chair proved to be one of Kickstarter’s more successful furniture launches. By the time the campaign concluded, it had attracted 1,281 backers, who pledged a total of US$1,264,868, comfortably surpassing its original funding goal of US$50,000.
The campaign built momentum quickly, reaching its funding target within a short period before continuing to attract support throughout its run. The final funding total demonstrated that a solution to a simple, relatable household habit could resonate with a large audience.
Pricing and availability
With the Kickstarter campaign now complete, the Laundry Chair is available to pre-order directly from Yetch Studio.
The chair is priced at US$1,100 and is offered in Green and Red upholstery options. Yetch describes the current offering as Batch #1, with shipments estimated to begin in November 2026. The company notes that future production batches will have later estimated shipping dates as additional orders are received.
A design that adapts to real habits
One of the defining aspects of the Laundry Chair is its design philosophy. Rather than encouraging people to change their behavior, it adapts to it. As creator Simone Giertz explained:
“I made the Laundry Chair because I was tired of staring at my pile of half-dirty clothes.”
This perspective is also reflected in another remark:
“You can pin it to my reluctance for behavioral change.”
These statements highlight the intent behind the product—addressing a small but persistent inconvenience through thoughtful design.
Final thoughts
The Laundry Chair does not rely on complex technology or new materials. Its appeal lies in recognizing a common, often overlooked habit and organizing it in a more structured way. By combining seating with ventilated clothing storage, it offers a dual-purpose solution that fits naturally into everyday living spaces.
The Laundry Chair’s crowdfunding campaign demonstrated that the concept resonated well beyond its original audience, ultimately attracting 1,281 backers and raising more than US$1.26 million. With pre-orders now open, the next stage for the Laundry Chair will be fulfilling orders and seeing how the design is received once it reaches customers’ homes. For now, it remains an example of how observing ordinary habits can lead to practical furniture design.
Source: Yetch Studio
