Vitra got its start in the 1950s manufacturing work by the Eameses and George Nelson. These days, the Swiss furniture company is an authoritative resource for world-class design. Jasper Morrison’s playful collection of Cork Family Stools takes full advantage of their agreeable material. Lightweight, tough, and pleasantly soft, each stable seat can also be used as a side table.
Turn on some music, kick off your shoes, and get comfy in the Jellyfish Chair, a modern-day rocking chair designed by architect Wiel Arets for Quinze and Milan. Its rounded base allows the seat to bob ever so slightly, while its sturdy, rotation-molded polyethylene frame is versatile enough for use indoors and out. Made of QM Foam, a material developed and produced exclusively by the Belgian firm, this chic seat is plush, easy to clean, and completely recyclable. Rock on.
Known for its flawless fusion of practicality and grace, the Dr. NO armchair is a Kartell classic. Designed by Philippe Starck in 1996, it has a wide, wing-like shell supported by thin aluminum legs. Use it indoors around the dining table, or outside in the garden when spring rolls around.
Upgrade your home with some simple, sunny accents that are meant for everyday enjoyment. Crafted of walnut veneer plywood, this eye-catching Fortune Cookie Stool provides a casual seating solution that is surprisingly strong. Elegantly folded like its namesake cookie, this beautiful Po Shun Leong design for OSIDEA makes a playful addition to a room or office.
Ron Arad's sinuous (short for Fantastic Plastic Elastic) chair for Kartell is a supple, graceful wave of color. A seemingly wispy polypropylene body supported by an aluminum frame, this flexible chair works well both indoors and out. Part of MoMA’s permanent collection, the FPE is lightweight, stackable, and a true design classic.
Who says Kartell doesn’t do upholstery? The diminutive Mademoiselle is an eclectic yet innovative armchair that cleverly combines two aesthetic qualities: a polycarbonate frame and a thick, polyurethane foam seat. Originally designed in 2003 by Philippe Starck, the piece was revamped two years ago in a collaboration with Rosita Missoni, who selected the fabric for this stunning chair.
The ARTLESS ARS Counter Stool has an undeniable versatility and a seriously striking personality. The piece consists of a black, powder-coated steel base that is topped with a wood seat. Simple yet powerful in form, this visually engaging stool is most alluring due to its hexagon-shaped base.
Created by Italian designer Adriano Balutto, this HOSU Bench is one spectacular curiosity. The accent’s sculptural wood frame flaunts geometrical bars. Manufactured by Domitalia, the bench has an open backrest that wraps around your body, providing a comfortable place to piece.
Belgian furniture designer Maarten van Severen’s exquisite chaise lounge called LCP (short for Low Chair Plastic) is a radical feat of technological innovation. Manufactured by Kartell in 1999, the chair is formed from a single piece of transparent plastic that folds back onto itself, forming a distinctive, flexible form.
Italian design master Vico Magistretti created the gently curved silhouette of the Maui chair for Kartell in 2005. Its subtly arched polypropylene seat has a dramatically cinched center, creating a minimalist, hourglass-like form, and is supported by chrome-plated steel legs. This one-armed version incorporates a writing surface for books or a cup of tea. Lightweight and versatile, the polished piece was one of Magistretti’s final products.
Who says Kartell doesn’t do upholstery? The diminutive Mademoiselle is an eclectic yet innovative armchair that cleverly combines two aesthetic qualities: a polycarbonate frame and a thick, polyurethane foam seat. Originally designed in 2003 by Philippe Starck, the piece was revamped two years ago in a collaboration with Rosita Missoni, who selected the fabric for this stunning chair.
This sleek gas-lift barstool is an inviting spot to sit, swivel, and sip the night away. With a long, lean chromed steel base and seat and high back wrapped in faux leather, it’s a fitting foundation for enjoying a martini…straight up.
Create the dining room of your dreams with this armless Gel Chair from Domitalia. Supported by a slim steel frame with rubber feet, the accent has a glamorous glow when light passes through its transparent acrylic shell. The stackable seat’s slightly arched backrest is made to hug the contours of your body, providing a comfortable place to sit.
Turn on some music, kick off your shoes, and get comfy in the Jellyfish Chair, a modern-day rocking chair designed by architect Wiel Arets for Quinze and Milan. Its rounded base allows the seat to bob ever so slightly, while its sturdy, rotation-molded polyethylene frame is versatile enough for use indoors and out. Made of QM Foam, a material developed and produced exclusively by the Belgian firm, this chic seat is plush, easy to clean, and completely recyclable. Rock on.
The scaled-down Eiffel Stool by Shigeki Fujishiro has a minimalist design and is also completely environmentally friendly—it’s made from recycled aluminum. It’s a durable, lightweight and infinitely stackable piece whose versatility gives it a place in any modern home. And did we mention it’s assembled in five minutes flat?
One of Sori Yanagi’s most enduring designs, the Butterfly Stool fuses Eastern aesthetics with the wood-shaping techniques developed by the Eameses. Made from two identical pieces of molded plywood held together by a brass stretcher, the curvaceous, atmospheric seat is reminiscent of a pair of wings. Yanagi’s classic stool became an international sensation after earning an award at La Triennale di Milano in 1957.
Create the dining room of your dreams with this armless Gel Chair from Domitalia. Supported by a slim steel frame with rubber feet, the accent has a glamorous glow when light passes through its transparent acrylic shell. The stackable seat’s slightly arched backrest is made to hug the contours of your body, providing a comfortable place to sit.
The Capital Chair harks back to your classroom days with a cool industrial style reminiscent of a school desk—minus the squirming. In fact, with Blue Chains’ easy reclining design, you’ll be sitting comfortably for hours. Made from Baltic birch, this chair’s clean lines and curved support make a sophisticated statement with a distinctly academic flair.
Maybe you throw your back into the Bunny and crash after a day of catching the California waves. Maybe it cradles you while you dig into a musty copy of ‘The Story of the Eye.’ Or maybe you relax in it after you hit the clubs, danced just a little too hard to MGMT, and withstood that cascade of Old Fashioneds. Made from hot-dip galvanized iron to prevent rust and suited to the indoors or out, this Bend design is as beautiful as it is comfortable.
The harmonious, unpretentious furnishings from Studio DOMO will bring a breath of fresh air to your interior. The Taiwanese brand’s founder, Gary Lin, designed this RETRO Bar Stool. The piece’s low back and built-in footrest adds comfort and distinctive style.
