33 Upholstered Seating Options
From sectionals to lounge chairs, classic silhouettes that are built to last
Words by: Alissa Ponchione + Stefanie Schwalb
33 Upholstered Seating Options
Words by: Alissa Ponchione + Stefanie Schwalb
From sectionals to lounge chairs, classic silhouettes that are built to last

The Vallée Blanche chaise longue for Ligne Roset is a re-edition of Pierre Guariche’s 1963 design, celebrated for its refined silhouette and spider-shaped chrome metal base. Filled with latex foam, its wooden structure is upholstered in wool fabric.
The Vallée Blanche chaise longue for Ligne Roset is a re-edition of Pierre Guariche’s 1963 design, celebrated for its refined silhouette and spider-shaped chrome metal base. Filled with latex foam, its wooden structure is upholstered in wool fabric.

In partnership with Artifort, Studio TK expands its seating line with four new products, including Braso, Shark, Suit, and Pala Disc, which merge ergonomic comfort with a modern style.
In partnership with Artifort, Studio TK expands its seating line with four new products, including Braso, Shark, Suit, and Pala Disc, which merge ergonomic comfort with a modern style.

Designed by Paola Navone, Azul by Turri showcases a distinctive macro-weave upholstery of velvet tubes, each cut, sewn, padded, and woven by hand. The process creates a unique piece that merges aesthetics with craftsmanship.
Designed by Paola Navone, Azul by Turri showcases a distinctive macro-weave upholstery of velvet tubes, each cut, sewn, padded, and woven by hand. The process creates a unique piece that merges aesthetics with craftsmanship.

With a pine wood backrest frame and a steel base in black or white, the Arnau Reyna-designed Owwi for Actiu is a collection of armchairs and sofas with rounded forms and upholstery that reflect the ‘W’ in its name.
With a pine wood backrest frame and a steel base in black or white, the Arnau Reyna-designed Owwi for Actiu is a collection of armchairs and sofas with rounded forms and upholstery that reflect the ‘W’ in its name.

Designed in collaboration with HD’s 2022 Student Product Design winner, Chae Rim Kang, the Kang lounge chair by West Elm has powdercoated, black-iron legs with a fully upholstered kiln-dried wood frame with high-density cushions.
Designed in collaboration with HD’s 2022 Student Product Design winner, Chae Rim Kang, the Kang lounge chair by West Elm has powdercoated, black-iron legs with a fully upholstered kiln-dried wood frame with high-density cushions.

Boasting rounded corners and generous seat cushions, Sunset for Bernhardt Design is a new modular seating collection designed by Cory Grosser with inspiration taken from California’s Sunset Strip.
Boasting rounded corners and generous seat cushions, Sunset for Bernhardt Design is a new modular seating collection designed by Cory Grosser with inspiration taken from California’s Sunset Strip.

A new edition to the Dambo family of sofas from B&B Italia, Dambodue comprises a plush back and armrests with floor-level seating. Available in two- and three-seat versions, a bronzed nickel-painted base adds contrast to its linear profile.
A new edition to the Dambo family of sofas from B&B Italia, Dambodue comprises a plush back and armrests with floor-level seating. Available in two- and three-seat versions, a bronzed nickel-painted base adds contrast to its linear profile.

The Rohde easy chair by Herman Miller reintroduces Gilbert Rohde’s 1941 design, flaunting a curved back, tufted upholstery, enveloping seat, and solid wood legs in either walnut or oak.
The Rohde easy chair by Herman Miller reintroduces Gilbert Rohde’s 1941 design, flaunting a curved back, tufted upholstery, enveloping seat, and solid wood legs in either walnut or oak.

Sitting on black powdercoated metal legs, Savannah from Lily Jack boasts a fur cover that uses Velcro under the seat edge for a tight fit. The cover can be easily removed to reveal a leather chair.
Sitting on black powdercoated metal legs, Savannah from Lily Jack boasts a fur cover that uses Velcro under the seat edge for a tight fit. The cover can be easily removed to reveal a leather chair.

Allseating has unveiled Rühe, a durable seating range that supports up to 400 pounds on most models. Molded foam on the seat and back features a soft cleanout to facilitate the cleaning process, while the curvature of the arm provides a natural cradle to support the user’s arm.
Allseating has unveiled Rühe, a durable seating range that supports up to 400 pounds on most models. Molded foam on the seat and back features a soft cleanout to facilitate the cleaning process, while the curvature of the arm provides a natural cradle to support the user’s arm.

Designed by Ann Marie Vering and handcrafted in Italy, Cortona from RH is a harmonious study in geometric forms, evoking the architectural language of Italian postmodernism.
Designed by Ann Marie Vering and handcrafted in Italy, Cortona from RH is a harmonious study in geometric forms, evoking the architectural language of Italian postmodernism.

Four square metal feet support the walnut stained ash base of the Hudson daybed, designed by Gordon Guillaumier for Frag. The leather-clad upholstery boasts sinuous matelassé stitching, which complements a decorative, rectangular cushion.
Four square metal feet support the walnut stained ash base of the Hudson daybed, designed by Gordon Guillaumier for Frag. The leather-clad upholstery boasts sinuous matelassé stitching, which complements a decorative, rectangular cushion.

The Hex armchair from Missana is part of a modular system that is built around hexagonal-shaped seating. By adding low or high walls, users can create many combinations, from a single ottoman to a seating space for multiple people.
The Hex armchair from Missana is part of a modular system that is built around hexagonal-shaped seating. By adding low or high walls, users can create many combinations, from a single ottoman to a seating space for multiple people.

Kintai from Resource Furniture is defined by its sculptural shape, an elegant juxtaposition of soft curves and architectural forms. The plush, deep-seat sofa sits above a modern sled base for an elevated feel.
Kintai from Resource Furniture is defined by its sculptural shape, an elegant juxtaposition of soft curves and architectural forms. The plush, deep-seat sofa sits above a modern sled base for an elevated feel.

Turri Design and Toan Nguyen recently launched Ratio, a collection of armchairs and sofas that star woven leather upholstery that wraps a metal frame. Thin metal feet come in a Chromo or Gunmetal finish.
Turri Design and Toan Nguyen recently launched Ratio, a collection of armchairs and sofas that star woven leather upholstery that wraps a metal frame. Thin metal feet come in a Chromo or Gunmetal finish.

The extra-wide, deep-set cushions of Scandinavian Spaces’ Crest offer a modern twist on modular seating. Designed for high-traffic use, a die-cast aluminum and tubular steel structure reinforces the frame, which is finished with padded polyurethane foam for comfort.
The extra-wide, deep-set cushions of Scandinavian Spaces’ Crest offer a modern twist on modular seating. Designed for high-traffic use, a die-cast aluminum and tubular steel structure reinforces the frame, which is finished with padded polyurethane foam for comfort.

The curved walnut frame and stainless-steel brushed brass accents imbue Samuelson’s 8945 Phorm Armchair with a vintage sensibility, while a U-shaped base keeps it modern. It is also offered in ash wood.
The curved walnut frame and stainless-steel brushed brass accents imbue Samuelson’s 8945 Phorm Armchair with a vintage sensibility, while a U-shaped base keeps it modern. It is also offered in ash wood.

Designer Alessandro Munge’s Quadrifoglio stool (available through Hollace Cluny) marks his first foray into furniture. The flower-like piece features upholstery in either white bouclé or black chenille and a matching wooden base.
Designer Alessandro Munge’s Quadrifoglio stool (available through Hollace Cluny) marks his first foray into furniture. The flower-like piece features upholstery in either white bouclé or black chenille and a matching wooden base.

Dramatic angles give Arteriors’ Vidara Sofa, upholstered in a soft butterscotch leather, a one-of-a-kind silhouette, capped with tapered, dark walnut legs.
Dramatic angles give Arteriors’ Vidara Sofa, upholstered in a soft butterscotch leather, a one-of-a-kind silhouette, capped with tapered, dark walnut legs.

To tie in with the coastal-inspired guestrooms at the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina Hotel, Bryan Ashley created armchairs with a solid white oak frame, upholstered in Valley Forge fabrics.
To tie in with the coastal-inspired guestrooms at the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina Hotel, Bryan Ashley created armchairs with a solid white oak frame, upholstered in Valley Forge fabrics.

Shown in a soft bouclé fabric, American Leather’s Kobe wingback chair is customizable in hundreds of upholstery options, from a 100 percent cotton denim to a champagne-colored leather.
Shown in a soft bouclé fabric, American Leather’s Kobe wingback chair is customizable in hundreds of upholstery options, from a 100 percent cotton denim to a champagne-colored leather.

Ligne Roset’s TOGO collection, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973, now comes in three Maharam Tempo Velvet fabrics to commemorate its 50th anniversary. It is available through Design Within Reach.
Ligne Roset’s TOGO collection, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973, now comes in three Maharam Tempo Velvet fabrics to commemorate its 50th anniversary. It is available through Design Within Reach.

Solid beech wood legs support the modern frame of Aceray’s SOLO-P lounge chair, made of a comfortable high-resilient polyurethane foam and upholstered in COM, COL, or Aceray Graded options.
Solid beech wood legs support the modern frame of Aceray’s SOLO-P lounge chair, made of a comfortable high-resilient polyurethane foam and upholstered in COM, COL, or Aceray Graded options.

Named after the French word for stubborn, Liu Jo Living’s Tetù reflects its strong name with an exaggerated silhouette that rests on concealed sled feet, elevating the piece without distracting from its unique form.
Named after the French word for stubborn, Liu Jo Living’s Tetù reflects its strong name with an exaggerated silhouette that rests on concealed sled feet, elevating the piece without distracting from its unique form.

Shelby Williams’ lightweight 8787 Tufgrain dining chair comes in a wood or upholstered back with an aluminum frame offered in a range of powdercoated colors or eight wood-look grains.
Shelby Williams’ lightweight 8787 Tufgrain dining chair comes in a wood or upholstered back with an aluminum frame offered in a range of powdercoated colors or eight wood-look grains.

Designed by Rikke Frost for Carl Hansen & Son, the Sideways footstool pairs a base of FSC-certified oak with a plush top upholstered in cozy bouclé or a soft wool-viscose blend from Kvadrat.
Designed by Rikke Frost for Carl Hansen & Son, the Sideways footstool pairs a base of FSC-certified oak with a plush top upholstered in cozy bouclé or a soft wool-viscose blend from Kvadrat.

The Wudi 5.12 upholstered armchair from Sandler’s Spanish-made INCLASS collection features a solid oak frame with rounded edges.
The Wudi 5.12 upholstered armchair from Sandler’s Spanish-made INCLASS collection features a solid oak frame with rounded edges.

Part of the Plush collection, Renny from Bernhardt Hospitality puts a modern spin on the classic barrel chair. Cushions upholstered in faux fur are cradled by a thick wooden frame in a smoked truffle finish that creates visual and textural contrast.
Part of the Plush collection, Renny from Bernhardt Hospitality puts a modern spin on the classic barrel chair. Cushions upholstered in faux fur are cradled by a thick wooden frame in a smoked truffle finish that creates visual and textural contrast.

Available in fabric or velvet upholstery, including an environmentally friendly option made from recycled water bottles with no chemical additives, BluDot’s Council lounge chair is mounted on a concealed swivel base.
Available in fabric or velvet upholstery, including an environmentally friendly option made from recycled water bottles with no chemical additives, BluDot’s Council lounge chair is mounted on a concealed swivel base.

From Sandler’s In Class collection, WUDI 5.11 pairs upholstered cushions in hundreds of finish options including leather and vinyl with a solid oak frame in one of four finishes.
From Sandler’s In Class collection, WUDI 5.11 pairs upholstered cushions in hundreds of finish options including leather and vinyl with a solid oak frame in one of four finishes.

Designed by Ann Marie Verig, a recessed platform base gives RH’s Cortona U-Chaise sectional a distinctive block-like aesthetic. Three seats are flanked by chaises on both sides for ample seating that can be upholstered in one of 81 fabrics.
Designed by Ann Marie Verig, a recessed platform base gives RH’s Cortona U-Chaise sectional a distinctive block-like aesthetic. Three seats are flanked by chaises on both sides for ample seating that can be upholstered in one of 81 fabrics.

A 1950s-inspired silhouette bolsters Ethnicraft’s Barrow lounge chair with a vintage sensibility. A metal foot base supports the polyurethane foam-filled seat, upholstered in off-white (shown), copper, or ginger fabric.
A 1950s-inspired silhouette bolsters Ethnicraft’s Barrow lounge chair with a vintage sensibility. A metal foot base supports the polyurethane foam-filled seat, upholstered in off-white (shown), copper, or ginger fabric.

Global Allies’ Bowie is the latest addition to its lineup of stackable seating, nesting up to eight units high. A lightweight aluminum tube frame supports a seat made of comfortable, high-density foam.
Global Allies’ Bowie is the latest addition to its lineup of stackable seating, nesting up to eight units high. A lightweight aluminum tube frame supports a seat made of comfortable, high-density foam.