HAFU H5: Reconnecting People and Nature in Sustainable Offices

At the 55th China (Guangzhou) International Furniture Fair (CIFF), Yihang explored new directions for the evolution of office environments under the theme of 'sustainable office space.' Among the exhibits, the star product HAFU H5 is more than a product innovation—it is a systematic answer to how ecological responsibility and human care can be balanced in a digital, efficiency-driven workplace.

Embedding ESG Into the Product's DNA

Against the backdrop of rising corporate ESG (environmental, social, governance) expectations, the HAFU H5 embodies Yihang's deep thinking on sustainable product development. The HAFU H5 backrest supports are made 100% from recycled ocean-bound plastics such as fishing nets and discarded airbags, cutting carbon emissions by roughly 76%. By integrating lightweight design (33% less weight for the whole chair) and a foldable structure (58% smaller packaging volume), the product dramatically reduces its carbon footprint across transportation and manufacturing over its full life cycle.

This design mindset is no longer confined to a single stage of manufacturing: sustainability principles are embedded in every detail from material selection to logistics, establishing a more systematic decarbonization logic.

Design that fosters an emotional connection between people and nature

Office spaces are no longer just places that serve efficiency; they also carry emotional, cultural, and ecological value. Through the combination of natural textures and recycled materials, the HAFU H5 sparks users' resonance with environmental issues. Its material choices deliver not only ecological benefits but also strengthen people's perception of and connection to nature. By the numbers, every 2,000 HAFU H5 chairs produced keep 6.7 tons of plastic waste out of the ocean. Such figures carry real quantitative value, giving users an environmental impact they can perceive and measure—moving sustainability from grand narrative to everyday practice.

Localized Green Innovation with a Global Vision

Yihang is building a more inclusive global green office ecosystem. The upcoming 2025 HAFU H5 launch event in Mexico embodies the philosophy of 'localized design, global application, green office.' Through co-development with international design studios such as B4K, Yihang blends Eastern humanistic thinking with Western engineering to deliver sustainable office solutions with worldwide adaptability.

What the HAFU H5 conveys is more than concern for physical health—it is a tangible expression of corporate vision: making every time you sit down an ecological commitment. When office furniture engages with broader environmental issues, it transcends its traditional role as an object, becoming part of a company's sustainability strategy and an important vehicle for shaping the future culture of work.