From the Louis XIV to the Monobloc, these seats stand the test of time.
As long as people have been furnishing homes, they’ve been designing (and shopping for) chairs to go in them. And, over the course of this long history, certain perches stand (or should we say, sit!) out as timeless classics, referred to time and time again as the cycle of design continues. From antique pieces that inspired modern interpretations to original designs that remain as popular today as when they were first introduced, these 5 chairs are the ones that have made the biggest impact on design history.

1. Charles and Ray Eames Eames Lounge Chair

While the Eameses are best known for their efforts to create inexpensive furniture pieces that could be easily mass-produced, their now-ubiquitous lounge chair and ottoman were the couple’s take on luxury. They endeavored to create the most comfortable chair possible, one that had the warm, worn feel of a “well-used first baseman’s mitt.” Herman Miller released the seat in 1956 in wood and black leather; it’s now available in a slew of upholstery and finish options and continues to appear in interiors around the world.

2. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair

When tasked with furnishing the German pavilion at the 1929 Barcelona International Exposition, German-American architect Mies van der Rohe conceived a chair fit for royalty — but in keeping with his modernist aesthetic. The leather-and-chrome seat (and accompanying ottoman) have been produced ever since. Homio's Barcelona repro has stood the test of time and its beauty and elegance have been purchased all over USA.

3. Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair

Designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, the Egg chair provides comfort in the form of a swivelling, cocoon-shaped seat. Jacobsen sculpted models in clay to settle on the perfect shape.

4. Mario Bellini Camaleonda Sofa

Presented to the public in 1970, the modular sofa has passed through 5 decades of design history as a true icon. Designed by Mario Bellini, this modular sofa has defined the aesthetics of an entire era of interior design. Mix and Match! The sectional pieces of Bellini sofa can be used freely and separate from one another. The backs and armrests are equipped with rings and carabiners, which allows you to build an amazing sofa. This sofa is very comfortable and because it is modular, it provides boundless solutions for your needs. The sofa set is an ensemble composed of the fundamental pieces for a modular sectional. You’ll be able to style however you want, keep it as a sectional or break it up into smaller areas!

5. Michael Ducaroy Togo Sofa

A mid-century design classic by Michel Ducaroy, this Designer Editions style of a 1973 icon is made completely from high-quality polyurethane foam and upholstered in fabric. This cult classic features its recognizable curved outline and pleated fabric design, making it the ideal lounge chair to lay back and relax. Perfect as a pair or paired with Togo Ottoman. Made as per original.

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