Layout Chair 132

Designed by Julien Renault

Product Overview

The HAY Layout Chair 132, designed by Julien Renault for HAY, is a contemporary swivel chair developed around the principles of comfort, functionality and circular design. Defined by its distinctive open-back shell, natural plywood seat and refined four-star aluminium swivel base, the chair combines ergonomic support with a visually lightweight architectural silhouette. The addition of a veneer seat introduces warmth and tactility, while the swivel base enhances flexibility for dining spaces, offices, hospitality environments and collaborative workspaces. Crafted from a minimum of 96% post-consumer recycled plastic, Layout Chair 132 reflects HAY’s commitment to sustainable, long-lasting furniture design.

Key Features

• Designed by Julien Renault
• Part of the HAY Layout seating collection
• Distinctive open-back shell enhances comfort and visual transparency
• Plywood veneer seat adds warmth and natural material character
• Four-star aluminium swivel base provides flexibility and ease of movement
• Shell crafted from a minimum of 96% post-consumer recycled plastic
• Fully disassemblable construction designed for refurbishment and circular use
• Lightweight yet structurally durable design
• Suitable for offices, meeting rooms, dining spaces and hospitality interiors

Materials & Finish

• Shell Material: Recycled polypropylene (minimum 96% post-consumer recycled content)
• Seat Material: Water-based lacquered oak veneer, or black veneer plywood
• Base Material: Aluminium
• Base Finish Options: Polished aluminium or black powder-coated aluminium
• Base Type: Four-star swivel base
• Glider Options: Standard or felt gliders available
• Durable, easy-clean surfaces suitable for high-use interiors
• Designed for disassembly and long-term circular product lifespan

Why Choose the HAY Layout Chair 132?

The Layout Chair 132 combines Julien Renault’s restrained industrial design language with HAY’s contemporary approach to sustainable furniture production. The defining open-back shell introduces visual lightness and ergonomic flexibility, while the plywood seat softens the chair’s technical silhouette with natural warmth and texture. Its four-star aluminium swivel base adds mobility and adaptability, making it particularly effective in collaborative workspaces, meeting rooms and modern dining environments where movement and flexibility are important. Designed for disassembly and refurbishment, the chair supports a long-term circular design philosophy while maintaining the clean Scandinavian aesthetic and refined proportions that characterise the Layout collection.

This product is made to order. Lead time is typically within 3-6 weeks.