The Caravela Lounge Chair by WEWOOD, designed by Gonçalo Campos in 2017, is part of the seating family of the same name and was conceived as a tribute to Portuguese nautical tradition.

The design combines a solid wood structure with a generous upholstered seat, creating a lounge chair with an elegant and inviting character.

Its curved, continuous forms ideally recall the movement of sails, while the robust construction expresses the solidity of the historic Portuguese vessels that inspired the design.

Inspired by Portuguese Caravels

The Caravela was a small, highly maneuverable sailing ship developed by the Portuguese in the 15th century for exploration along the west coast of Africa and across the Atlantic Ocean.

These vessels represented a balance of agility, durability and the ability to undertake long journeys.

The Caravela Lounge Chair symbolically translates these values through a structure that is solid yet visually light, transforming a historical reference into a contemporary furnishing piece.

Fluid Curves Inspired by Sails

The silhouette of the lounge chair is defined by broad curves and fluid lines that ideally evoke sails filled by the wind.

The continuity of the forms gives movement to the profile and makes the structure appear softer, while preserving a strong identity.

The design avoids excessively rigid geometries and creates a balance between dynamism, proportion and solidity.

Solid Wood Structure

The solid wood structure is one of the central elements of the design.

The material symbolically recalls the robustness of the hulls of historic vessels, while at the same time introducing warmth, natural character and a strong material quality.

The natural grain of the wood becomes an integral part of the lounge chair’s aesthetic, highlighting the craftsmanship and giving each piece its own distinctive character.

Generous and Comfortable Seat

The lounge version of the Caravela family is designed to provide greater comfort than a traditional dining chair.

The seat embraces the body and creates a feeling of stability and comfort, making the chair particularly suitable for moments of relaxation and reading.

The upholstery introduces a soft component that balances the solidity of the wooden structure and contributes to the sophisticated character of the design.

Customizable Finishes and Upholstery

Caravela Lounge Chair is available with a selection of wood species and upholstery options, allowing the chair to be adapted to different interior projects.

The possibility of combining wood and fabric makes it possible to create more natural, more sophisticated or more distinctive interpretations depending on the setting.

This versatility makes Caravela suitable for both residential interiors and professional and contract projects.

For Living Rooms, Reading Corners and Hospitality Spaces

Its compact dimensions and generous seat allow Caravela Lounge Chair to be used in a variety of settings.

It can be placed in:

• living rooms;
• reading corners;
• bedrooms;
• lounges;
• hotels;
• reception areas;
• contract and hospitality spaces.

The chair can be used as a standalone piece or incorporated into more articulated compositions, always maintaining an elegant and recognizable presence.

Tradition and Contemporary Design

Caravela Lounge Chair interprets Portuguese nautical history without resorting to literal references.

Its connection with tradition emerges through curves, materials, construction and artisanal craftsmanship, while its proportions and comfort respond to the needs of contemporary living.

The result is a lounge chair that combines memory, craftsmanship, comfort and design, conceived to maintain a refined and timeless character over time.

Features

• Brand: WEWOOD
• Model: Caravela Lounge Chair
• Type: Lounge chair
• Designer: Gonçalo Campos
• Year: 2017
• Structure: Solid wood
• Seat: Upholstered and covered
• Craftsmanship: Traditional woodworking techniques
• Inspiration: Portuguese caravels
• Design: Fluid, sculptural and elegant
• Suitable for: Residential and hospitality spaces
• Use: Indoor

Materials and Finishes

Caravela Lounge Chair combines:

• Solid wood
• Upholstered covering

The wooden structure highlights the artisanal character of the design, while the upholstery adds comfort and a softer component.

The product is available in different wood species and upholstery options.

For information about all available wood species, upholstery options and finishes, please contact our customer service.

Dimensions

• Width: 58 cm
• Depth: 67.5 cm
• Height: 76 cm

Designer

Gonçalo Campos is a Portuguese product designer who graduated in Product Design in 2008.

After his studies, he joined Fabrica, Benetton’s communication research center, where he had the opportunity to work with companies such as Secondome, Seletti and Zanotta.

In 2009, he collaborated with Sam Baron’s studio, before developing his own design research focused on the relationship between function, materials and production processes.

His approach favors simple and intelligent solutions built around the internal logic of the object.

Caravela Lounge Chair reflects this language through a seat in which structure, comfort and references to Portuguese tradition coexist naturally.