A Modern Seating Plan: Chairs That Will Elevate Any Space

by Lisa Boquiren

5 years ago

Pull up a chair from this modern selection.

SUIT

By Monica Forster for Artifort features, this chair features a metal insert frame covered with molded form upholstered in various leather and fabric options. $1,458.

LEATHER SLING LOUNGE CHAIR

Handcrafted in Bali, Indonesia, from natural matte Javanese teak and features a semi-vegetable tanned leather seat and back. $995.

KITE LOUNGE CHAIR DEEP

This chair by Nendo features a powder-coated steel frame and upholstered shell in various fabric options. $1,720.

SEJOUR LOUNGE CHAIR

Designed by GamFratesi for Gubi, it features a metal frame with black American walnut armrests and various upholstery options. From $3,495.

SUMO LOUNGE CHAIR

This chair from HOLLY HUNT is made in the USA and features a walnut base and a variety of upholstery options. To the trade only at hollyhunt.com and kneedlerfauchere.com.

By Konstantin Grcic for Vitra, this chair features a powder-coated steel frame and polyurethane foam seating in a variety of fabrics. $3,705 (low back, as shown) or $5,045 (high back with feather neck pillow); dwr.com and vitra.com.

PIPER CHAIR

This chair is made in Vietnam and features an exotic hardwood frame, two-toned wood arms and faux fur upholstery. $1,794.

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Lisa Boquiren is a Marin-based design and architecture writer who also consults on brand strategy for creative businesses. She has served on committees for the American Institute of Architects and has overseen rebranding initiatives at EHDD Architects and the San Francisco Design Center.