HAY

Founded
HAY was founded in 2002 in Copenhagen by the couple Mette and Rolf Hay. Their goal was to create well-designed furniture and accessories that are both affordable and accessible to a wide audience. Inspired by Danish design from the 1950s and ’60s, they aimed to offer functional and aesthetically pleasing products suited to modern life.

Iconic Designs
Some of HAY’s most well-known pieces have since become true design classics. The About A Chair series, designed by Hee Welling, is beloved for its timeless shape and versatility – from dining rooms to offices.

HAY’s Soft Edge series, designed by Danish duo Iskos-Berlin, is a striking example of how innovative technology and human-centered design can come together. Using advanced techniques in moulded plywood, the designers were able to create three-dimensional, rounded forms previously impossible with traditional bent wood. The result is a chair with an ultra-thin, softly contoured seat and backrest.

De Machinekamer frequently includes HAY’s design furniture in its collection.
Curious to explore more timeless and contemporary design? Visit our website or drop by one of our showrooms – we’d love to welcome you!