Hübsch
Koi Bench
The Koi Bench is an indoor entryway bench by Danish brand Hübsch, featuring a rectangular two-slat seat made from MDF and responsibly sourced ash wood veneer with an iron frame. It is designed for sitting while putting on or removing shoes, with open space underneath for storing shoes or baskets. Key specifications include a maximum weight capacity of 265 lb (120 kg), dimensions of 27.5" x 17" x 19" (70 x 43 x 48 cm), and assembly is required.
- Material
- MDF and responsibly sourced ash wood veneer, Iron legs
- Category
- Furniture > Benches > Storage & Entryway Benches
Color
Size
Specifications
This Danish-designed bench from Hübsch features a rich ash wood veneer and sturdy iron legs, with ample storage underneath for shoes or baskets, creating a welcoming and orderly entranceway.
Ample storage space underneath for shoes or baskets
- Material
- MDF and responsibly sourced ash wood veneer, Iron legs
- Secondary
- metal
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 27.5 x 17 x 19 in
- Category
- Furniture > Benches > Storage & Entryway Benches
Additional Attributes
- indoor use only
- maximum capacity 265 lb
- storage space underneath
- ash wood veneer
- iron legs
- MDF
- responsible sourcing
Product Insights
The Koi Bench by Hübsch is a 228 CAD entryway piece that pairs an FSC-certified ash veneer top over a humidity-stable MDF core with exposed olive-green powder-coated iron legs, a deliberate material mix from the brand's current color-led design era rather than solid timber. Its ash veneer resists scratches and dents better than red-oak veneer, while the MDF core prevents cracking in humidity, and the powder-coated iron frame resists rust under normal indoor use—yet scratches through the coating expose bare iron, and standing water must be wiped promptly. The 48 cm seat height fits standard entryway range, but open under-seat storage leaves shoes visible, so baskets are the styling fix. Care is specific: dry-dust daily, clean only with mild detergent on a soft cloth, never abrasives, keep the bench away from heat, and regularly move objects left on top to avoid sun marks and pressure dents.
Verified claims
- Design philosophy
- Open under-seat storage shows shoes, so adding baskets is the styling fix.
- Moisture care
- Ash edges wick water if scratched; blot spills promptly to prevent swelling.
- Care practices
- Dust dry; clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent, never abrasives.
- Climate resilience
- The bench's MDF core is less prone to warping, twisting, and cracking under humidity changes than solid wood, but it must still be kept dry to avoid moisture damage.
- Veneer core
- MDF and ash veneer over iron legs — not solid wood.
- Impact resistance
- Ash veneer resists scratches and dents better than red-oak veneer.
- Surface hardness
- Ash veneer is more scratch- and dent-resistant than the red-oak veneer used on light-toned competitor benches.
- Rust resistance
- Under normal indoor use, the powder-coated iron legs resist rust from wet boots.
- Coating care
- Scratches through the powder coat expose bare iron, so wipe standing water off promptly.
- Placement care
- Keep it away from heat and move objects left on top to avoid pressure and sun marks.
- FSC certification
- Ash veneer is FSC-certified and sourced from sustainably managed forests.
- Recyclability
- Iron frame is 100% recyclable and infinitely reusable without losing properties.
- Wood certification
- FSC-certified ash veneer sits on MDF — engineered board, not solid timber.
- Durability
- MDF core keeps the top stable in humidity; ash face resists dents better than red oak.
- Design direction
- Koi's ash-and-olive palette belongs to Hübsch's current color-led design era, not its older neutral output.
- Material mix
- The ash top and exposed olive-green iron frame form an intentional material mix, not hidden structure.
- Seat height
- 48 cm (19 in) seat height falls in the standard 17–20 in entryway bench range.
- Weight capacity
- The 265 lb (120 kg) maximum is for sitting only, and the under-seat storage is meant for lightweight items like shoes or baskets rather than additional load.
- Water resistance
- The ash veneer top has no published waterproof or water-resistant sealant rating, so wet shoes should be set on a tray or mat instead of directly on the seat.
- Leveling feet
- The listing does not confirm pre-drilled bracket attachment, and product photos show small rounded protective caps on the legs rather than adjustable leveling feet, so the bench offers no visible built-in height adjustment for uneven floors.
- Color options
- The bench comes in one blended green-grey shade described as Khaki/Sage/Olive, not multiple separate color options; the manufacturer lists a similar version as Green/Grey.
- Weight distribution
- The 265 lb (120 kg) rating is for the seat overall, with no separate edge-load rating; treat it as normal seated use with weight spread across the seat.
Product record
- Title
- Koi Bench
- Brand
- Hübsch
- Price
- 228 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A small bench with a two-slat rectangular top in a light beige finish supported by rounded tubular olive-green metal legs with black protective caps; bench top appears to be assembled from two narrow flat boards with a narrow gap between them.
- Top constructionRectangular bench top made from two flat, parallel slats with a narrow central gap; slats have squared edges and a smooth matt surface in a light beige color.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.44 · w 0.53 · h 0.14 (high) - LegsRounded tubular metal legs in an olive-green painted finish forming an inverted U shape on each side; legs attach under the outer edges of the top and include a horizontal support tube near the top on the visible side.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.56 · w 0.48 · h 0.42 (high) - Leg end capsSmall black rounded protective caps on the visible leg bottoms.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.86 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high) - Surface finishTop surface appears smooth and matt with uniform color; no visible grain or texture.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.44 · w 0.53 · h 0.14 (high) - Visible occlusionRight rear portion of the bench is partially cropped by the image edge and overlapped by a magazine and table lamp placed on the top.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the bench in a tiled entryway against a light wall, with a wooden door at left, a lit mushroom-style lamp and a magazine on the bench, and a coat hanging at the top edge.
- Lamp on benchA lit mushroom-shaped table lamp with an opaque rounded top and cylindrical base sits on the bench top, casting warm light.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.47 · w 0.18 · h 0.15 (high) - Printed materialA folded magazine or stack of papers with visible color photos and a small ring or key placed on top rests on the right side of the bench top.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.49 · w 0.25 · h 0.16 (high) - FlooringMatte rectangular terracotta tiles laid in a staggered pattern with visible grout lines form the floor beneath the bench.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.72 · w 0.96 · h 0.26 (high) - Door and wallLight-colored plaster wall behind the bench and a wooden interior door with visible wood grain and a black round handle are visible at the left edge of the image.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.06 · w 0.24 · h 0.88 (high) - CoatA light brown coat or garment hem is hanging at the top edge of the image above the bench, partially visible and cropped.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.02 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, warm ambient lighting with a bright local light source from the table lamp; gentle shadows are cast beneath the bench and legs.
Colors
light beige· top surface#DBB97Dolive green· legs#74736Cmatte black· leg end caps- Top constructionRectangular bench top made from two flat, parallel slats with a narrow central gap; slats have squared edges and a smooth matt surface in a light beige color.
- 02
Product
Rectangular two-plank wood seat with visible woodgrain atop a tubular metal frame finished in olive green; frame uses rounded bent tubes with straight leg sections and small black protective foot caps.
- Seat surfaceFlat rectangular seat composed of two adjacent plank-like panels with visible linear woodgrain texture and a light beige/greenish finish; a narrow gap separates the two panels along the length.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.10 · w 0.73 · h 0.26 (high) - Top edge detailSeat panels have square-cut edges with a thin light-colored edge reveal visible along the front edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.66 · h 0.06 (medium) - Frame material and finishRounded tubular metal frame with a smooth matte finish in an olive green color; tubes are bent to form the front-to-back support loop on each side.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.88 · h 0.58 (high) - Cross support barHorizontal tubular crossbar connects the inner sides of the frame near mid-height, matching the frame color and finish; fastener points visible at the connection to the frame.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.44 · w 0.64 · h 0.10 (high) - Legs and foot capsFour straight downward legs extend from the curved frame; each leg ends in a small round black protective foot cap.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.62 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a plain white background with soft shadowing beneath the bench; image shows the bench from a front-right three-quarter viewpoint.
- ViewpointFront-right three-quarter perspective showing top surface and both near-side legs; slight downward camera angle.
- Background and lightingUniform white background with diffuse even lighting and a subtle soft shadow under and to the left of the bench.
- Image cropEntire bench is fully visible and centered with modest whitespace around edges.
Colors
pale greenish beige· seat panels#D4D3BBolive green· metal frame and legs#8A955Bblack· foot caps- Seat surfaceFlat rectangular seat composed of two adjacent plank-like panels with visible linear woodgrain texture and a light beige/greenish finish; a narrow gap separates the two panels along the length.
- 03
Product
Close-up of a single cylindrical bench leg showing a matte green painted tube, a thin black base ring, an adjustable threaded metal screw, and a black plastic foot pad.
- Leg tubeVertical cylindrical leg section with a smooth matte light-green painted finish; tube visible from near the top to the bottom of the frame and slightly angled left-to-right.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.50 · h 0.88 (high) - Base trim ringThin black circular trim or ferrule at the tube end where the tube meets the foot assembly; sits flush against the tube lower edge.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.82 · w 0.50 · h 0.08 (high) - Adjustable threaded screwExposed short threaded metal screw visible centered below the tube, showing bright metallic finish and threads where it connects the pad to the tube.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.90 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium) - Foot padRounded black plastic or rubber foot pad with a shallow concave top surface that the threaded screw passes through; pad sits directly on a white background.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.88 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Tight studio close-up on a white background with even lighting and minimal shadow; image focuses on the lower portion of a single bench leg.
- Shot compositionClose-up cropped framing showing only the lower portion of one leg and its foot, centered vertically and occupying most of the image width.
- Background and lightingClean white background with soft diffuse lighting and a faint soft shadow beneath the foot pad to the lower right.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the leg, screw, and foot with visible surface texture on the painted tube; no visible text or labels.
Colors
matte light green· leg tube#99A66Cmatte black· base trim ring#1C1E22black· foot padmetallic silver· threaded screw- Leg tubeVertical cylindrical leg section with a smooth matte light-green painted finish; tube visible from near the top to the bottom of the frame and slightly angled left-to-right.