Lounge Chairs | Accent Chairs

Lounge Chairs | Accent Chairs

Description
Description

Lounge chairs, often termed accent chairs, are seating solutions designed primarily for comfort and aesthetic appeal. Central to their design is a relaxed, reclined posture that invites leisurely use. They can be cushioned, upholstered, or even made of woven materials for maximum comfort. Styles range from plush, oversized armchairs to sleek, minimalist forms. Materials vary from woods, metals, fabrics, to leathers, reflecting a vast array of tastes. While commonly found in living rooms, these chairs also grace bedrooms, studies, and patios. Their main draw is to provide both a functional seating space and a decorative element that complements or contrasts the surrounding décor.

History
History

Lounge chairs emerged as symbols of leisure and status. Initially reserved for the elite, they provided comfort in private chambers and drawing rooms. As craftsmanship advanced, designs diversified, incorporating fabrics, leathers, and intricate woodwork. The 20th century saw design movements, like Mid-Century Modern, introducing iconic lounge chairs that combined form and function. Over time, these chairs transitioned from exclusive luxuries to common household staples, offering both comfort and a decorative touch.

Future
Future

The future of lounge chairs leans into adaptability and sustainability. Multi-function designs, like chairs converting into daybeds, cater to compact urban living. Materials focus on eco-friendliness, with recycled fabrics and sustainable woods gaining favor. Brands like Herman Miller and Vitra emphasize ergonomics without sacrificing aesthetics. Tech integration, such as built-in chargers or speakers, is becoming prevalent. As homes evolve into multifunctional sanctuaries, lounge chairs will seamlessly merge luxury, function, and responsible design.

Common Questions
Common Questions
What are the key features that differentiate a lounge chair from other types of chairs?

Lounge chairs are designed primarily for relaxation and comfort. Distinct from regular chairs, they typically feature a more reclined posture, deeper seating, and cushioned or upholstered surfaces. Their form often prioritizes ergonomic support, allowing extended periods of lounging. While many chairs are functional, lounge chairs emphasize a blend of aesthetics, luxury, and leisurely use.

What is the seat height of a lounge chair?

Lounge chairs are typically designed to be lower and more reclined than other chair types and range in seat heights from 12.5”-17” (32-43 cm).


Where are lounge chairs used?

Lounge chairs are best used in spaces where relaxing often occurs such as residential living rooms, reading rooms, and bedrooms or as signature accent pieces in high visibility spaces such as lobbies and reception spaces.

Furniture

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30.25” | 77 cm
29.5” | 75 cm
30” | 76 cm
1929
Barcelona Chair
77.000
75.000
76.000
1929.00
9400
https://p3d.in/e/xMc6u
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Barcelona Chair3D model of the Barcelona Chair viewed in perspective3D model of the Barcelona Chair viewed in perspective
35” | 89 cm
36” | 91 cm
36” | 91 cm
2019
Burrow Nomad Armchair & Ottoman
89.000
91.000
91.000
2019.00
0
https://p3d.in/e/LQxO1
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Burrow Nomad Armchair & Ottoman3D model of the Burrow Nomad Armchair & Ottoman viewed in perspective3D model of the Burrow Nomad Armchair & Ottoman viewed in perspective
35.5” | 90 cm
32.25” | 82 cm
30.0” | 76 cm
1938
Butterfly Chair
90.000
82.000
76.000
1938.00
12000
https://p3d.in/e/s7Ico
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Butterfly ChairView of the Butterfly Chair in 3D available for downloadView of the Butterfly Chair in 3D available for download
31.5” | 80 cm
32.75” | 83 cm
32.75” | 83 cm
1956
Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman
80.000
83.000
83.000
1956.00
11000
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Eames Lounge Chair & OttomanView of the Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman in 3D available for downloadView of the Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman in 3D available for download
28.75” | 73 cm
28” | 71 cm
28.75” | 73 cm
1950
Easy Chair
73.000
71.000
73.000
1950.00
5400
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Easy ChairPerspective view of a 3D model of the Easy ChairPerspective view of a 3D model of the Easy Chair
42.25” | 107 cm
34.0” | 86 cm
37.5” | 95 cm
1958
Egg Chair & Footstool
107.000
86.000
95.000
1958.00
18000
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Egg Chair & FootstoolPerspective view of a 3D model of the Egg Chair & FootstoolPerspective view of a 3D model of the Egg Chair & Footstool
37” | 94 cm
28” | 71 cm
34” | 86 cm
2005
Flight Recliner
94.000
71.000
86.000
2005.00
100
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Flight Recliner3D model of the Flight Recliner viewed in perspective3D model of the Flight Recliner viewed in perspective
37.5” | 95 cm
23.5” | 60 cm
47.25” | 120 cm
1927
MR Chaise
95.000
60.000
120.000
1927.00
10
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MR Chaise3D model of the MR Chaise viewed in perspective3D model of the MR Chaise viewed in perspective
26” | 66 cm
36” | 91 cm (Diameter)
36” | 91 cm (Diameter)
2010
Magis Spun Chair
66.000
91.000
91.000
2010.00
600
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Magis Spun Chair3D model of the Magis Spun Chair viewed in perspective3D model of the Magis Spun Chair viewed in perspective
41.5” | 105 cm
27.5” | 70 cm
32” | 81 cm
1966
Milo Baughman Recliner 74
105.000
70.000
81.000
1966.00
80
https://p3d.in/e/RPH7V
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Milo Baughman Recliner 74Perspective view of a 3D model of the Milo Baughman Recliner 74Perspective view of a 3D model of the Milo Baughman Recliner 74
43.5” | 111 cm
37” | 94 cm
37” | 94 cm
1960
Oculus Chair & Ottoman
111.000
94.000
94.000
1960.00
80
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Oculus Chair & OttomanView of the Oculus Chair & Ottoman in 3D available for downloadView of the Oculus Chair & Ottoman in 3D available for download
34.5” | 88 cm
20.5” | 52 cm
78” | 198 cm
Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chair
88.000
52.000
198.000
800
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Outdoor Chaise Lounge ChairView of the Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chair in 3D available for downloadView of the Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chair in 3D available for download
27.5” | 70 cm
29.75” | 76 cm
23.75” | 60 cm
1959
Pot Lounge Chair
70.000
76.000
60.000
1959.00
5
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Pot Lounge ChairPerspective view of a 3D model of the Pot Lounge ChairPerspective view of a 3D model of the Pot Lounge Chair
30.25” | 77 cm
20” | 51 cm
27.5” | 70 cm
1943
Risom Lounge Chair
77.000
51.000
70.000
1943.00
150
https://p3d.in/e/d8GWn
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Risom Lounge ChairPerspective view of a 3D model of the Risom Lounge ChairPerspective view of a 3D model of the Risom Lounge Chair
29.25” | 74 cm
36.25” | 92 cm
32.75” | 83 cm
1963
Shell Chair
74.000
92.000
83.000
1963.00
1200
https://p3d.in/e/LmLAp
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Shell ChairView of the Shell Chair in 3D available for downloadView of the Shell Chair in 3D available for download
35.5” | 90 cm
40” | 102 cm
34” | 86 cm
1946
Womb Chair & Ottoman
90.000
102.000
86.000
1946.00
4500
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Womb Chair & Ottoman3D model of the Womb Chair & Ottoman viewed in perspective3D model of the Womb Chair & Ottoman viewed in perspective
Flight Recliner
Side elevation illustration of the Flight Recliner with a woman relaxing for scale

The Flight Recliner is a luxurious modern recliner designed by Jeffrey Bernett and Nicholas Dodziuk with the idea of creating a completely unique chair form available in multiple customizable materials, finishes, and colors. Recliners come with the adjustability from their back to their legs. The Flight Recliner hides the fact that it can recline and can blend into a comfortable living room space or a lounging area.

The Flight Recliner has an overall height of 37” (94 cm), width of 28” (71 cm), and depth of 34” (86 cm). The seat height of the Flight Recliner is set at 18” (46 cm) with arms at 22” (56 cm).

Series of plan and elevation drawings of the Flight Recliner with dimensions for height, width and depth
The Flight Recliner is a modern recliner designed by Jeffrey Bernett and Nicholas Dodziuk that is available in a variety of materials, finishes, and colors. The Flight Recliner hides the fact that it can recline and can blend into a comfortable living room space or a lounging area.

The Flight Recliner has an overall height of 37” (94 cm), width of 28” (71 cm), and depth of 34” (86 cm). The seat height of the Flight Recliner is set at 18” (46 cm) with arms at 22” (56 cm).

Series of plan and elevation drawings of the Flight Recliner with dimensions for height, width and depth
Flight Recliner
Height:
37” | 94 cm
Width:
28” | 71 cm
Length:
Depth:
34” | 86 cm
Seat Height
18” | 46 cm
Arm Height
22” | 56 cm
Weight:
Area:

Depth (Open): 63" | 160 cm

Materials
Hardwood frame; foam cushions; oak, walnut, or steel base; fabric or leather upholstery
Designer
Jeffrey Bernett & Nicholas Dodziuk
Year
2005

Drawings include:
Flight Recliner side elevation, side (person), front, back, plan, side (full recline), side (half recline)

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Burrow Nomad Armchair & Ottoman
Side elevation drawing of the Burrow Nomad Armchair & Ottoman with a man sitting casually

The Burrow Nomad Chair is a cushioned, rectangular seat with a built-in USB charger to accommodate modern pleasures, and so the user doesn’t have move out of their comfortable seat to charge their phone. The Burrow Nomad Chair is sold with an ottoman to encourage relaxed, foot propped up lounging.

The Burrow Nomad Armchair & Ottoman has an overall height of 35” (89 cm), width of 36” (91 cm), and depth of 36” (91 cm). The seat height of the Burrow Nomad Armchair & Ottoman is set at 17” (43 cm) with arms at 25” (64 cm).

Set of dimensioned drawings of the Burrow Nomad Armchair & Ottoman with length, depth, and height
The Burrow Nomad Chair is a cushioned, rectangular seat with a built-in USB charger to accommodate modern pleasures, and so the user doesn’t have move out of their comfortable seat to charge their phone. The Burrow Nomad Chair is sold with an ottoman to encourage relaxed, foot propped up lounging.

The Burrow Nomad Armchair & Ottoman has an overall height of 35” (89 cm), width of 36” (91 cm), and depth of 36” (91 cm). The seat height of the Burrow Nomad Armchair & Ottoman is set at 17” (43 cm) with arms at 25” (64 cm).

Set of dimensioned drawings of the Burrow Nomad Armchair & Ottoman with length, depth, and height
Burrow Nomad Armchair & Ottoman
Height:
35” | 89 cm
Width:
36” | 91 cm
Length:
Depth:
36” | 91 cm
Seat Height
17” | 43 cm
Arm Height
25” | 64 cm
Weight:
Area:

Ottoman:
Width: 26.0” | 66 cm
Height: 17.0” | 43 cm

Materials
Fabric or leather upholstery; hardwood legs; plywood and particleboard frame
Designer
Burrow
Year
2019

Drawings include:
Burrow Nomad Armchair with Ottoman front elevation, back, side, side (man sitting), plan

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Pot Lounge Chair
Elevation illustration of the Pot Lounge Chair with a woman sitting with a coffee for scale

Similar to the Swan and Egg chairs, the Pot chair was originally designed by Arne Jacobson for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. The Pot is a welcoming seat formed by one geometry that makes up the seat, back, and armrests to hold the user in its hollow form.

The Pot Lounge Chair has an overall height of 27.5” (70 cm), width of 29.75” (76 cm), and depth of 23.75” (60 cm). The seat height of the Pot Lounge Chair is set at 17.0” (43 cm) with arms sloping between 22.0"-26.0" (56-66 cm).

Set of plan and elevation drawings of the Pot Lounge Chair with dimensions
Similar to the Swan and Egg chairs, the Pot chair was originally designed by Arne Jacobson for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. The Pot is a welcoming seat formed by one geometry that makes up the seat, back, and armrests to hold the user in its hollow form.

The Pot Lounge Chair has an overall height of 27.5” (70 cm), width of 29.75” (76 cm), and depth of 23.75” (60 cm). The seat height of the Pot Lounge Chair is set at 17.0” (43 cm) with arms sloping between 22.0"-26.0" (56-66 cm).

Set of plan and elevation drawings of the Pot Lounge Chair with dimensions
Pot Lounge Chair
Height:
27.5” | 70 cm
Width:
29.75” | 76 cm
Length:
Depth:
23.75” | 60 cm
Seat Height
17” | 43 cm
Arm Height
22"-26" | 56-66 cm
Weight:
Area:


Materials
Fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam shell; chrome steel base; fabric upholstery
Designer
Arne Jacobsen
Year
1959

Drawings include:
Pot Lounge Chair side elevation, side (person sitting), front, back, plan

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Egg Chair & Footstool
Side elevation drawing of the Egg Chair and Footstool with a lounging person

The Egg Chair and Footstool are a pair of sculpted furniture pieces shaped to respond to the human body. Designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 as the signature element of his collection for the lobby of the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, the Egg Chair can adjust for privacy and comfort by tilting and swiveling its upholstered foam shell around an aluminum base.

The Egg Chair measures 34” (86.4 cm) wide, 37.5” (95.3 cm) deep, has a back height of 42.25” (107.3 cm), and a seat height set at 14.5” (36.8 cm). The paired Footstool is 22” (55.9 cm) wide, 16” (40.6 cm) deep, and 14.5” (36.8 cm) high.

Collection of dimensioned drawings of the Egg Chair and Footstool in side, front, back, and plan profiles
The Egg Chair and Footstool are a pair of sculpted furniture pieces shaped to respond to the human body. Designed by Arne Jacobsen as the signature element of his collection for the lobby of the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, the Egg Chair can adjust for privacy and comfort by tilting and swiveling.

The Egg Chair measures 34” (86.4 cm) wide, 37.5” (95.3 cm) deep, has a back height of 42.25” (107.3 cm), and a seat height set at 14.5” (36.8 cm). The paired Footstool is 22” (55.9 cm) wide, 16” (40.6 cm) deep, and 14.5” (36.8 cm) high.

Collection of dimensioned drawings of the Egg Chair and Footstool in side, front, back, and plan profiles
Egg Chair & Footstool
Height:
42.25” | 107 cm
Width:
34.0” | 86 cm
Length:
Depth:
37.5” | 95 cm
Seat Height
14.5” | 37 cm
Arm Height
22.5" | 57 cm
Weight:
Area:

Footstool:
Height: 14.5” | 37 cm
Width: 22” | 56 cm
Depth: 16” | 41 cm

Materials
Steel column, injection-molded aluminum base structure; Fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam shell, fabric or leather upholstery
Designer
Arne Jacobsen
Year
1958

Drawings include:
Egg Chair: Front elevation, side, side (person), back, plan
Egg Footstool: Front/back elevation, side, plan

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Magis Spun Chair
Elevation drawing of a woman sitting in the Magis Spun Chair at an angle

The Magis Spun chair combines functional, sculptural, and fun all into one chair; made from rotational molded polyethylene, the chair comes in a variety of bright colors to bring a pop of excitement and curiosity into a space, indoors or out. The Magis Spun chair was designed by Thomas Heatherwick in 2010.

The Magis Spun Chair has an overall height of 26” (66 cm) and diameter of 36” (91 cm).

Pair of elevation and plan drawings of the Magis Spun Chair with dimensions
The Magis Spun chair combines functional, sculptural, and fun all into one chair; made from rotational molded polyethylene, the chair comes in a variety of bright colors to bring a pop of excitement and curiosity into a space. The Magis Spun chair was designed by Thomas Heatherwick in 2010.

The Magis Spun Chair has an overall height of 26” (66 cm) and diameter of 36” (91 cm).

Pair of elevation and plan drawings of the Magis Spun Chair with dimensions
Magis Spun Chair
Height:
26” | 66 cm
Width:
36” | 91 cm (Diameter)
Length:
Depth:
36” | 91 cm (Diameter)
Seat Height
Arm Height
Weight:
Area:


Materials
Rotational-molded polyethylene
Designer
Thomas Heatherwick
Year
2010

Drawings include:
Magis Spun Chair elevation, elevation (person sitting), elevation (tipped back), elevation (tipped side), elevation (tipped angle), plan

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