Pedrali Buddy Hub | Metal Modular Sofa by Busetti Garuti Redaelli

The Pedrali Buddy Hub is an enclosed office armchair that gives one person a private pocket inside an open workspace. A rigid, wrap-around outer structure made from sound absorbing panel surrounds a fully upholstered armchair, creating a partition between the person seated and the room around them.

Design and purpose

Busetti Garuti Redaelli designed the Buddy Hub for work environments that call for visual and acoustic privacy. The outer shell sets it apart in both height and volume from a standard lounge chair, and it is built to work as a small room within a room. It can be ordered in different configurations, and a Fenix table can be attached when you want a work surface within reach.

Construction and materials

Inside the shell, the backrest and seat are made of polyurethane injected foam. Elastic belts carry that foam, and they are held by an inner steel frame. The armchair stands on aluminum legs. The upholstery is Category D.

Where it fits

The Buddy Hub suits shared offices, open-plan studios and home office furniture setups where a quiet corner is useful for calls, focused work or short meetings. Browse more pieces in our home office furniture collection or see the full Pedrali furniture range.

Specifications

Sizes: 36w x 28d x 39h inches (seat 18h) or 36w x 28d x 55h inches (seat 18h)
Outer structure: sound absorbing panel
Seat and back: polyurethane injected foam on elastic belts
Frame and legs: inner steel frame, aluminum legs
Upholstery: fabric, Category D
Made in Italy by Pedrali

FAQ

Who designed the Pedrali Buddy Hub?

The Buddy Hub was designed by Busetti Garuti Redaelli for Pedrali. The brief was a compact piece that improves the efficiency of work areas by giving the user visual and acoustic separation from their surroundings.

What is the Buddy Hub made of?

The outer wrap-around shell is a sound absorbing panel. The inner armchair is upholstered over polyurethane injected foam, supported by elastic belts on a steel frame, and it rests on aluminum legs.

Can I add a table to the Buddy Hub?

Yes. The Buddy Hub can be fitted with a Fenix table, which adds a work surface for a laptop or notes. Pedrali also offers the piece in different configurations, so check the options on the product page before ordering.

What is the difference between the two sizes?

Both sizes share the same 36 inch width, 28 inch depth and 18 inch seat height. They differ in overall height, at 39 inches and 55 inches, so choose based on how much enclosure you want and the ceiling or layout you are working with.

Is the Buddy Hub meant for offices only?

It was designed for work environments, so offices, studios and shared workspaces are the natural fit. It can also work in a home office where you want a defined, quieter spot separate from the rest of the room.

Does Ultra Modern ship to the US for free?

Yes. Ultra Modern is a US-based business, and we offer free shipping to the contiguous US. The cost is already included in the price you see.

We also cover all duties and tariffs. Because we import every item under our own Tax ID, you never have to clear goods through customs yourself or provide your personal SSN, a hassle you may run into when buying from overseas retailers.

Sizes

Size (in)	Size (cm)
36w x 28d x 39h (seat 18h) inches	92w x 72d x 100h (seat 45h) cm
36w x 28d x 55h (seat 18h) inches	92w x 72d x 140h (seat 45h) cm

Pricing on request — please request a quote.

About Pedrali

Pedrali designs and manufactures Italian seating and tables for restaurants, workplaces, and homes: molded plastic, wood, metal, and upholstered pieces, many also specified outdoors. The company was founded in 1963 and produces in Italy at Mornico al Serio (Bergamo) for metal, plastic, and upholstery, and at Manzano for wood. Ultra Modern supplies Pedrali factory-direct in the United States. Most orders ship free to the contiguous US, and we can source models beyond those listed on the site. Lead times shown online include Italian production and shipping to the US.