Your Gran Called: She Wants Her Chair Back — But Magriet Rebuilt It and Made It Pinterest-Worthy
Your gran called. She wants her chair back—except Magriet rebuilt it, reupholstered it, and now it’s the best thing on your Pinterest board.
This isn’t just a chair. It’s a quiet statement piece that whispers: I have taste, I care about comfort, and I know where Parow East is on the map.
The Secret Sauce: Cape Town Craftsmanship
Magriet van Wyk—the creative force behind Huisraad Modern—believes that real furniture doesn’t just fill a room; it tells a story. Her team carefully renovates, re-upholsters, and reimagines each Ladidah armchair while keeping its original mid-century character alive.
The result? A chair inspired by the 1950s and 1960s, updated with a spring base and foam seat for modern comfort. Its firm back support means no sagging, and the elegant proportions feel as good as they look.
Why We’re a Little Obsessed
- Pinstripe charm: Stained white birch plywood armrests with tapered legs crafted from the same wood.
- Fabrics for real life: High-quality poly-weave upholstery that’s both stain and fade resistant, yet soft to the touch.
- Colours that speak: Butter Yellow for sunshine personalities, Coral Pink for bold dreamers, Medium Grey for understated chic, Dark Sea Green for natural calm, Light Sky Blue for cool tones, and Dark Blue for timeless depth.
The Nostalgia Hit We Didn't Know We Needed
The Ladidah chair nods to the past while fitting perfectly into today’s spaces. It’s Ouma’s lounge minus the squeaky plastic covers, plus the kind of craftsmanship that stands out in a flatpack world.
Imagine this: you’re sipping a flat white, cat curled up on the armrest, rugby game humming in the background—and there’s the Ladidah, holding its own like the style icon it is.
Ready to Find Your Glow-Up?
Each Ladidah armchair is made in Cape Town by Huisraad Modern. Weekly inventory drops mean colours and stock can move quickly, so each piece feels as unique as it looks.