The most famous office chairs in history

Do you want to know about the most famous office chairs in history? Here we present 5 models that are sure to inspire you.

Often, when we visit our friends or family, there is always some element in their house that catches our attention: a table, a flower, a gigantic sofa, or, why not? a chair with a peculiar design.

In this sense, there are many interior designers or architects who have surprised us more than once with their creations. In a previous post, we already mentioned some of the most curious chairs in the world, which included, among others, the fork chair or the chair made from plastic bottles.

But in the world of design, there are always some foundations, and seating has long established its own. Just as when you mention "chester" everyone knows you are referring to a sofa with a specific shape, in this post we are going to show you some of the most famous office chair designs in history.

Thus, from now on, when someone mentions the "lounge", you will know which model they are talking about.

Aeron Office Chair

Despite the passing of years, the Aeron chair remains a true icon, often starring in many American movies and series.

It represented a true revolution by being the first office chair to use a mesh back instead of the classic padding. However, such fame causes its current price to be suitable only for the bravest and truly design-loving individuals.

At Officechair365, we have some models with a similar aesthetic at much more accessible prices, such as the Miller chair or the Wagner chair.

Keystone Office Chair

The Ergocity FX chair is one of the most imitated models in the world thanks to its innovative and ergonomic design: a perfect balance between comfort and technology.

The ergonomic features include flexible zones that ensure lumbar and back support, as well as aluminum finishes and a synchronized mechanism. In short, a very balanced office chair with an impactful design, quality finishes, and above all, very comfortable.

You can also find it at Officechair365 in different finishes of natural leather or mesh.

Barcelona Office Armchair

Although we just mentioned the lounge, the truth is that the Barcelona chair is also another one of those design icons that have transcended the barriers of time. Not to mention, Daniel Craig himself in Casino Royale sits in one of them.

This creation belongs to architect Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe, who in 1929 collaborated with designer Lilly Reich and brought their work to the International Exposition in Barcelona.

It is a very classic piece, adaptable to many environments, and as a curiosity, the architects were inspired precisely by the sella curulis, the type of chair used by none other than Roman magistrates.

Eames Aluminium Office Chair

They owe their name to Charles and Ray Eames, a designer couple who in 1958 created this piece for the private residence of an art collector in Indiana (USA).

Their idea was to present it at the Furniture competition at MOMA in New York, and it has now become one of the most sought-after chairs in history.

For its creation, the authors decided to stretch a panel of fabric or leather between two aluminum pieces, seeking flexibility and stability adaptable to the user's body. We have a similar model based on this design: the Vermont visitor armchair.

If you want an example, in the movie Wall Street, Michael Douglas becomes the king of the stock market while sitting in it.

Egg Chair Office Chair

This time, we owe this creation to designer Arne Jacobsen, who designed this chair for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958.

It mixes pop with traditional culture thanks to its curves, forming a kind of dome that makes it especially suitable if you want to feel "in your own nest.” His idea was to create a strong foam inner layer under the upholstery.

We already hinted that, despite its curious design, its price is around 400 euros. At Officechair365, we have a similar office chair inspired by this model: the Club chair.

Lounge Office Chair

Referring to the Eames couple? They didn’t stop at their Aluminium model — they also created one of the most famous chairs in the world: the Lounge Chair.

This time they did not settle for a standard office armchair, they wanted to create an updated version of the classic English club version. Several years later, one of the designs that best symbolises comfort and exceptional quality was born, going down in the history of modern furniture. They made it lighter, more elegant, and more contemporary.

 Interestingly, in the TV series House, the main doctor is often seen sitting in this type of armchair. The price is around €9,000, making it one of the most expensive chairs in the world.

Swan Office Chair

And to finish, we conclude the list again with Arne Jacobsen. The commission we have already mentioned to design the interior of the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen not only brought about the creation of the Egg chair but also the Swan chair for Royal Suite 606.

In it, he wanted to concentrate minimalism and comfort, while drawing inspiration from Danish aesthetics by simplifying and rounding the shapes. Its price is around 500 euros.

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