Lounge chairs

Lounge Chairs

A well-designed lounge chair provides more than somewhere comfortable to sit. It can establish a quiet reading corner, complete a living room seating arrangement or introduce a distinctive shape and material to an interior. Our collection of designer lounge chairs brings together exceptional seating from respected British and European design houses, with every piece selected for its balance of comfort, craftsmanship and enduring appeal.

From sculptural mid-century lounge chairs to softly upholstered armchairs and contemporary timber designs, the collection offers seating for rooms of every size and style. Discover recognised designs by GUBI, Fritz Hansen, Vitra, Carl Hansen & Søn, HAY and many more.

These are designer armchairs made to be lived with, appreciated and enjoyed for years. Each brand approaches lounge seating differently, from precise Scandinavian joinery and expressive upholstery to moulded forms designed around the natural position of the body.

Designer lounge chairs for comfortable living

Unlike a more upright dining or occasional chair, a lounge chair is designed to support a relaxed posture through a considered seat angle, supportive back and generous proportions. The best lounge chairs combine this comfort with a strong visual identity, making them as rewarding to look at as they are to sit in.

Our collection includes compact armchairs for smaller living rooms, deep upholstered lounge chairs for long evenings and substantial statement designs that create a natural focal point. If you prefer a softer seating experience, explore our upholstered lounge chairs, including designs finished in wool, bouclé, linen blends, velvet, leather and sheepskin.

For a lighter appearance, un-upholstered lounge chairs celebrate the beauty of timber, woven cord, cane and precisely formed materials. Their open frames allow light to pass through the room, making them particularly effective in compact spaces.

A lounge chair can sit independently beside a window or fireplace, but it can also complement a larger seating arrangement. Pair yours with one of our designer sofas to create contrast through colour, texture or shape. The chair does not need to match the sofa exactly. Repeating a timber tone, upholstery colour or curved detail is often enough to make the combination feel considered.

Classic and contemporary lounge chair designs

Some of the most recognisable pieces of twentieth-century furniture are lounge chairs. Their lasting appeal comes from the way practical comfort is resolved through proportion, materials and skilled construction. A mid-century lounge chair can bring warmth to a contemporary interior, while a clean modern design can provide balance within a more traditional room.

Explore revived design classics from GUBI, enduring modernist furniture from Vitra and Danish seating from Fritz Hansen. For contemporary British furniture with refined proportions, browse Case Furniture.

For a complete reclining position, explore lounge chairs with footstools. A matching ottoman supports the legs and can make a lounge chair especially comfortable for reading, listening to music or relaxing at the end of the day. In a larger room, the footstool can also serve as flexible occasional seating.

Our sheepskin lounge chairs introduce another layer of natural warmth. Sheepskin has a tactile quality that works particularly well on rounded, enveloping designs such as the Little Petra collection from &Tradition. For an alternative way to stretch out, browse our collection of designer daybeds.

Choosing the right lounge chair

Begin by considering where the chair will sit and how it will be used. A reading chair benefits from good back support, comfortable arms and space for a nearby lamp. A chair intended for conversation can be slightly more upright, while a deep, reclined design is better suited to relaxed evenings.

Measure the chair’s width, depth and height, remembering that the seat may occupy more floor space than its frame initially suggests. Check the route into the room, including doorways, hallways and stairs.

Scale is particularly important. A high-backed lounge chair can create an intimate corner in a generous room, whereas a lower chair preserves open sightlines in a smaller living space. If the chair will sit beside a sofa, compare the seat heights and overall proportions. They do not need to be identical, but they should feel comfortably related.

Allow enough room for people to move around the chair and reach nearby furniture. One of our side tables provides a useful surface for a book or drink, while a larger coffee table can connect the chair with the rest of the seating area.

Lighting changes how a lounge chair feels and functions. Position a floor reading light beside the chair for focused illumination, or introduce a softer glow with a designer table lamp.

Materials made to last

Material affects comfort, appearance and the way a lounge chair ages. Timber frames offer natural warmth and may develop an attractive patina over time. Oak, ash, walnut and beech each bring a different tone and grain, while careful joinery gives the chair strength without unnecessary visual weight.

Wool is naturally resilient and comfortable throughout the seasons. Leather becomes increasingly characterful with use, while bouclé and sheepskin create a softer presence. Consider the demands of the household as well as appearance, particularly when selecting seating for a frequently used family room.

Many designer lounge chairs are available in a choice of upholstery groups, timber finishes and bases. Neutral colours offer versatility, but a standalone armchair is also an excellent place to introduce a richer shade or more expressive fabric.

Complete the room with considered pieces from our wider designer furniture collection. Whether you choose a recognised design classic or a quieter contemporary chair, a well-made lounge chair creates a comfortable place to pause.