Happy Chair is the creative expressions of NASCAR race driver Shawna Robinson.
Her background in professional racing spans more than 20 years.
Her creativity and passion for design go back even further.
A note from Shawna
I grew up in Iowa... a place I love. I now live in Charlotte, NC where I am raising two beautiful children (teens!!). My history is in motorsports, which is what brought me to the Carolinas. I was a driver for many years in the NASCAR series. In between the "fast" life, I would paint murals or create fun design in homes and businesses.
I love big, bold crazy color. I love art. I love animals and as is evident from my past as a race car driver, I love the thrill of taking risks. I've combined these loves to create Happy Chair; a unique, soul stirring, heartwarming furniture company designed to create happiness!
Happy Chair finds worn and weathered pieces and gives them new life. My heart, soul and hands personally go into each piece of furniture designed to be a Happy Chair. I brazenly mix and reconstruct new and vintage fabrics. Exciting patterns and inspired details bring unique character to life in each original piece. Once completed each Happy Chair is given a name based on its distinct personality. Yes it takes time, creativity and patience but the end result is magic derived from passion.
My furniture combines what I've known all my life-taking risks and constructing a loving home environment. Go out, discover what the world has in store for you. Explore adventure for an hour, a day, or even a month. Then come home and continue the adventure as you curl up or stretch out in your very own Happy Chair.
Learn more about my life as a NASCAR driver.
How to get a Happy Chair for your home
Take a look at the finished pieces I have on display in the Current Collection. If a piece doesn't choose you, drop me a line and tell me what you are looking for. I may have something in the works and can complete the piece just for you. I can also create something from scratch with a design unique to you. For inspiration you may also look at some photos of completed and sold chairs.