Collection: Armchairs and chairs

An arm chair and a chair are two seats designed differently: the arm chair is deeper and often upholstered, providing a relaxed posture with armrests; the chair is taller and lighter, serving practical purposes—meals, work, a dining table. For a coherent interior, choose them according to seat depth, cushion density and actual height, not just appearance.

Long lounge chair: how can you recognize a truly ergonomic chair before buying?

A long lounge chair is first recognized by the reclining angle of its seat and the presence of genuine lumbar support. The seat should follow the natural curve of the back, without creating pressure points at the knees or shoulders, and the upholstery—high-resilience foam or hollow fibers—should recover its shape after use. An ergonomic chair can also be judged by the height of the backrest: the neck remains supported in the reclined position without effort.

A reversible chaise lounge relies on the modularity of its backrest: the main element is turned over to move from an open configuration to a closed extension, changing the direction of movement through the room. The reversing mechanism should be chosen for the quality of its hardware—invisible hinges, discreet catches—and for how well the upholstery withstands repeated handling. It is a piece that works in a studio as well as in a family living room.

The choice between a reclining chair and a chaise lounge depends primarily on the way the room opens and the space available along the wall. A left-hand chaise longue, whose armrest or chaise section unfolds to the left when facing it, goes against a right-hand wall; the right-hand version does the opposite. This orientation affects the ergonomics of getting up and sitting down, and therefore everyday comfort.

Beyond size and format, a living room chaise complements ergonomic reading with its supplementary function, a recliner chair can be identified by its raisable armrest or sliding seat, and the moment of relaxation is organized around breathable upholstery—washed linen, bouclé or thick cotton—to withstand use without deteriorating. A deep seat invites you to lie back; a firm seat invites you to read. Both complement each other in the same interior.

Armchairs and chaise lounges: how can you assess the comfort of a chair before signing for it?

A modular chaise lounge makes a difference when its modules can be moved or replaced without tools, allowing you to follow a change in the living room layout. Comfort is then measured by the quality of the joins between modules: no visible gaps, no sagging at the connections and stability of the whole unit. A genuinely comfortable chair is also recognizable through its even upholstery, checked by hand, and a base that does not creak at the first movement.

In the world of the chaise lounge, the term occasional furniture does not mean second-hand: it refers to a piece designed for multiple uses, in the main living area as well as in a guest room. It is also the distinction between living room sets and an occasional furniture piece.

A chaise lounge with a sliding seat adjusts the usable seat depth to the user's size, radically changing posture: knees bent at 90°, feet flat and back relaxed. The sliding mechanism locks into position without play, and the upholstery remains taut when extended. In a chair, this detail determines whether you truly adopt the piece or merely use it.

A modular chaise longue completes the range with its supplementary sleeping function, a swivel recliner chair is recognizable by the smoothness of its rotation and the lateral support of its backrest, a living room set denotes the versatile use of the main space, and a resting corner refers to creating a dedicated reading corner. In every case, comfort depends on consistency between seat depth, armrest height and lumbar support.

Dining armchair and chair: how can you compose a harmonious set with the table?

A dining armchair is distinguished by a deeper seat than a traditional chair, with low armrests that do not catch on the edge of the table. This measurement is what allows an arm chair to fit into the room without disrupting its alignment with the table.

The dining seat determines how long you can remain comfortably seated. The upholstery should absorb pressure from the thighs without sagging over the weeks, while the covering should withstand repeated friction from clothing. For a family that eats together every evening, foam density and the quality of the wood veneer beneath the fabric matter as much as style: they determine how long the piece will last.

Coherent furniture around the dining table relies on repeating the same leg design and the same armrest line from one seat to another. Heights must remain strictly identical to preserve visual alignment, even when the backrests differ. A convivial dining space is built on this regularity, which gives the room a sense of calm at first glance.

The lasting comfort of a dining chair depends on the quality of its joints and the choice of washable upholstery. Shared moments around the table last longer when the seat remains stable, while the room's harmonious style is expressed through consistent colours and leg designs. Coherent furniture, a convivial dining space, lasting comfort, shared moments and harmonious style: five criteria that work together, and that a well-chosen chair meets with a single purchase.