What's the difference between an armchair and a recliner?

The main difference between an armchair and a recliner is the added functionality of a recliner being able to lower the chair’s back and raise its front for leg support. Recliner typically have a lever on the side of the chair and can either extend automatically when you lean back or with the use of the lever.

What defines the mid-century modern seating style?

Mid-century modern seating furniture can be commonly identified by its clean lines, functional design, unique mix of muted tones and vibrant colours, as well as a complimentary blend of natural wood and high-quality fabrics.

What are some famous chair designs by danish mid-century modern designers?

Hans J. Wegner – The CH24 or Wishbone Chair. A steam-bent solid wood frame and a handwoven seat makes for an iconic mid-century modern chair with a wishbone inspired backrest. Niels Møller – The 78 Side Chair. An exemplary staple of the mid-century modern seating furniture style. Designed with comfort, simplicity, and functionality in mind. Børge Mogensen – The Spanish Chair. Made of solid oak and high-quality leather. An elegant blend of function and style that doesn’t compromise on comfort. Grete Jalk – The GJ Chair. An expressive sculptural lounge chair that’s created from two folded plywood pieces. A simplistic design that involves a complex construction process. Arne Jacobsen – The Egg Chair. A masterpiece of mid-century modern and Danish furniture design. The curved shape was very unusual style for its time and it has aged like a fine wine.

What materials are most commonly used for mid-century modern chairs and seating?

Most authentic mid-century modern furniture is made from teak wood. However, a big driving influence of mid-century modern design was mixing and matching organic and synthetic materials to create unique and expressive styles. Materials like plastic, acrylic, and textured fabrics were also popular to create contrasting aesthetics.

What makes mid-century modern furniture so unique?

Mid-century modern furniture is so unique because of its simplistic and functional design that creates a timeless look. The use of natural wood and warm tones of fabric create furniture pieces that can stylishly bring an interior space together.