Armrests The Archives

Monday 13 May, 2013

Hug by Claesson Koivisto Rune for Arflex

The armrests of these chairs by Swedish designers Claesson Koivisto Rune reach out as though asking for a hug. The Hug range by Claesson Koivisto Rune for Italian brand Arflex features deep, thin arms that angle upwards and outwards.


Sunday 05 May, 2013

Catch Chair by Jaime Hayón for &tradition

Milan 2013: Spanish designer Jaime Hayón has created a chair with armrests that stretch outwards like limbs for Danish brand &tradition.


Friday 26 April, 2013

Archibald King armchair from Poltrona Frau

The Archibald King armchair from Italian furniture maker Poltrona Frau is the latest and greatest take on its 2009 Archibald original. This iconic design by Jean-Marie Massaud stands out for its regal silhouette and beautiful buttery leather that will make sitters swoon. The distinctive headrest makes as much a statement of style as for comfort, [...]


Monday 08 April, 2013

Organic-Shaped Sofa Design for Modern Spaces With a Twist

Milan-based Inoda+Sveje Design Studio developed an elegant seating project entitled IS Sofa. The original shape of the unit and its vivid blue color upholstery caught our attention and we couldn’t help ourselves from sharing it further. Interesting to observe from every stand point, the design captivates due to its unexpected curves and seamless blend of materials.


Thursday 28 March, 2013

Superbambi by Scoope Design

This piece of furniture by Scoope Design can switch between a chair, table or step ladder depending on how it’s slotted together. Superbambi comprises two interlocking wooden sections that fit together in two ways or can be used separately.


Sunday 24 March, 2013

Newcastle sofas by Giulio Iacchetti for Meritalia

Product news: the covers of these sofas by Italian industrial designer Giulio Iacchetti look like they’re made of crumpled paper (+ slideshow).


Saturday 02 March, 2013

SixE stacking chairs by PearsonLloyd for HOWE

Product news: London studio PearsonLloyd has designed a range of plastic stacking chairs with colourful metal legs for Danish brand HOWE.


Wednesday 30 January, 2013

Bone chair by Soyoon Choi

Product news: South Korean designer Soyoon Choi has created a wooden lounge chair with armrests inspired by a ribcage. Bone by Soyoon Choi is made from beech and painted in a bright shade of red.


Monday 28 January, 2013

The Elegant Bookshelf Sofa: Connect by Joan Rojeski

Spotted on Mocoloco, the Connect sofa, designed by Joan Rojeski is a fashionable furniture item that responds to your needs. Watch your favorite TV show or read a good book while relaxing your body on this comfortable sofa. Despite the compact look, it is pretty spacious. The neutral colour allows you to place it anywhere [...]


Tuesday 08 January, 2013

B Bench by Konstantin Grcic for BD Barcelona Design

Product News: industrial designer Konstantin Grcic has created a bench system based on the iconic Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe.