Something amazing often occurs in Northern European layouts. No matter the reason, the design firms here — all with Danish origins — are making their mark with beautiful chairs in a lively Danish aesthetic.
Split backs, powerful repeating lines, floating seats and natural contours win out with such layout locates. Whether you look to Hay, Gubi, Fredericia or Erik Joergensen, you’ll find chairs that perch high above your average chair. Every one of those chairs finds a moment of style gap, whether it’s exploring a different form, locating the play between back and seat, or a component in the legs themselves. Add one of these into a dining room, family room or family room for your own second of nirvana.
Note: These brands are available through U.S. traders and interior designers; see every picture link for details.
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Gingko Chair
Seeking to the gingko leaf for inspiration, this split-back seat manages to mention nature without feeling that natural.
gubi.com
Matégot Nagasaki Chair – EUR 349
The most modern design of this bunch, this seat floats above the floor. With only three legs beneath it, it’s no surprise that it feels lighter than air.
erik-joergensen. dk
Eyes Lounge Chair
I love the wit behind the name of this seat — the eyes need to refer to those two ideal buttons on the back, right? The name gives it an additional dose of personality.
HAY SHOP
Tube Chair – EUR 228
Repeating tubes appear funky and graphic, adding a bit of comedy to a more casual dining area.
fredericia.com
Nara Stol
Striking in its simplicity, this T-back chair could be beautiful at a grouping surrounding a large white table.
gubi.com
Gubi 9 Chair – EUR 687
A new approach to a bentwood look, together with striations of this walnut adding a subtle pattern that keeps it contemporary. As I plan my new office, I want to find this seat at my desk.
fredericia.com
Trinidad Stol
The repeated lines forming the patterned back of this seat are mesmerizing and look elegant.
HAY SHOP
About a Chair – EUR 228
Easy and iconic, the Around a Chair is available in several variations, but I love the basic black for its versatility.