Panton Chair($230) was the first single-material and single-form chair to be made.This version consists of a single piece of strong, flexible polypropylene with integral color that will not fade over time. easy to clean in caf└s or restaurants, and is comfortable enough to use as an occasional chair in an office or residence.
Fatboy Junior ($149) ,You can prop it up on itself and sit in it just like a chair, but you can also recline in it, roll it up and lie against it, perch on it horseback-style--and since it's 40 inches by 50, you can really sleep on the thing. And as for grandkids, it's got it all over velour: the Fatboy's coated-nylon fabric exterior wipes clean with a damp cloth.Different color is available select.
For women everywhere who LOVE shoes, what is cooler than a chair shaped like one? This funky original shoe chair is shaped in the mold of a high heeled shoe, to add spice to your designer decor,Your choice of 14 fabric colorsallow you to select the color of the chair's insole, main color and trim. High heel shoe chair measures 44" high by 20" wide by 38" deep.
Inspired by lo-res graphics, and sporting angular edges and inset cushions, the Brave Space Lounge Chair ($1,850) will look great in any fashion forward home. Available in several upholstery colors, the chair sports a durable non-toxic water based finish and magazine storage under the seat. Add in another $450 for the matching ottoman.
The Obelisk Chairs ($8,920) take seats at the home or office in a whole new direction. When not in use, these four aluminum frame, woven polyethylene chairs and matching table stack together to form a Sci-Fi-like piece. The chairs have white cushions and the entire offering is quite durable.
Last week we showed you the hammock for deep pockets, so we figured this week we'd show you one that won't put such a hurting on your bank account. The Fatboy Headdemock Hammock ($400) joins the company's beanbags as simple, versatile furniture. Made from a coated nylon material, the hammock's fabric needs only a quick wipe with a damp cloth to stay clean, while the metal tubing base holds everything in place. Available in nine colors, you're sure to find one that suits you.
Earth Day is coming up this weekend, and we thought it'd be fitting to mention it in a piece about some cool eco-friendly furniture. Designed by Anthony Marschak, this elegant Bamboo Spring Chair ($785) comes close to justifying its price with an amazingly simple design, 100% bamboo construction, and cool finishes. If you like what you see here, you might also want to check out the Becca Stool ($600), the smaller, open cousin of the Spring Chair.
If you're into modern furniture, then you'll probably be into this Jackson Studio Sofa ($2,400). It features great bison white leather over a well-formed, sleek sofa design. Other small touches include the round pillows found at either end, and the tall, skinny metal legs ! but it all adds up to a stylish, striking piece of furniture.
Sometimes the original is still the best. Designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Egg Chair ($5,400) is pretty expensive today, but is also functional history. It swivels and tilts, a rarity in chairs with this much style, and comes covered in Canyon fabric by Kvadrat, which consists of 85 percent new wool, 15 percent nylon. Sophistication, comfort, and striking looks ! a true design classic.
Do you think your office chair knows you? Steelcase is betting their Think chair ($700) will. This stylish looking chair has back and seat "flexors" which are designed to observe the individual movement of your body and respond accordingly. Other innovative features include recline support based on your body weight, four comfort settings and an environmentally friendly design.
It isn't easy to find quality furniture that will look just as good on the porch during Summer as it does around a fireplace during the Winter. The 135 Lounge Armchair ($2,500) pulls this off beautifully, if at a premium price. Made from your choice of black walnut, soaped oak, or Danish oiled oak, the strapping comes in either Danish cord or chocolate brown leather, letting you personalize your chair for its environment. Expensive, yes, but that solid wood frame should last long enough to make it well worth the price.
You know that favorite chair of yours that really doesn't match anything in the room, yet you like too much to get rid of? Well, the Lady Chair ($2,500) became that chair for a lot of folks back in the 50's, and now you can experience the same thing, a half century after its debut. Designed by Marco Zanuso, it features a metal and wood construction, with nice curves and great comfort.
This super adjustable lounge chair may be super pricey, but it's also super swank. (And yes, we're too lazy to think of another word besides 'super' ! hey, it's Friday.) Designed by Osvaldo Borsani way back in 1954, the P40 Articulated Chair ($7,700) features an adjustable headrest, movable rubber armrests, an extending footrest, and a bunch of joints that can be folded numerous ways.
Maybe it's the name or the Vader-esque black covering or the fact that it would be fantastic for a party or super lazy weekend, but CB2's new Blackjack Sectional ($300-$1,600) definitely deserves you're consideration if you're looking for some new lounge furniture. The 4-piece pit includes three modular pieces ! an armless chair, corner seat, and ottoman. Sit back and never get up.
Despite its uncanny resemblance to a Hop Ball, we still dig designer Richard Hutten's Zzzidt ($180). It was designed for restaurant visitors who wanted to sit outside, but it became both a seat and a table, and has a nifty handle that doubles as a drink holder. Table, chair, indoor, or outdoor ! the Zzzidt is sure to get people talking.