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Folding chairs can also be sophisticated and stylish and make for fantastic furniture for the home
When people think about modern furniture, folding chairs might not be the first item that comes to mind. The main reason that people neglect the existence of folding chairs is because thay are usually folded and stowed away making them out of sight unless in use; having said that it’s ability to be portable and easily stored away is also one of its biggest advantage.
To help you find an ideal piece of furniture for the home. we have selected some of the best designer folding chairs from around the world to demonstrate you the new face of folding chairs – compact and sophisticated.
Hermès Pippa Folding Armchair
If you’ve always imagined what it’s like to sit in a movie director’s chair, having this Hermès Pippa folding armchair at home will definitely see what it’s like to live in the shoes of a director. The Hermès Pippa folding armchair is shaped exactly like a folding director’s chair. Instead of being black and with your name across the back, this modern piece of furniture is made with pear wood with satin-finish varnish and natural cowhide with the metal pieces made in brass. A foot stool and console is also available to enhance comfort and convenience, while epitomizing luxury in every way.
ISIS by Jake Philips
When speaking about folding chairs, we cannot ignore its ability to reduce in size to allow for more space in the room. One of the most unique and sleek designs for folding chairs is the ISIS chair by UK-based designer, Jake Philips. As the world’s thinnest and most compact folding chair, the ISIS chair can fold flat to a mere 3cm – just about an inch thin. The chair is made from a series of flat geometric panels that are contained within a frame, the chair can fold into a handy stackable box. Meanwhile, when it is opened, it features a modern and stylish design with high-strength laminations that can support the user and provide comfort.
Flux Chair by Flux Furniture BV
Winner of UK’s Grand Design’s Product of the Year award 2011, the Flux chair by Flux Furniture BV is a magical folding chair that can be used for both indoors and outdoors purposes. Representing flexibility and luxury, the idea of the Flux chair came from a simple piece of paper. In two easy folds, it can transform from a flat envelope shape to a contemporary designer lounge chair. Made from polypropylene, it can hold up to 160kg in weight and is available in a range of eye-grabbing colours that includes yellow, white, red and black.
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Moooi Clip Chair
Designed by Blasius Osko and Oliver Deichman from the Dutch design company Moooi, the Moooi Clip chair is an illustration of the best of modern aesthetics and practicality. This foldable lounge chair has straight identical slats, which forms a spacious and comfortable seating space when it is opened. Whether if the designer chair is opened or folded away, the chair is a sculptural object of outstanding aesthetics and makes it a wonderful and artistic piece of furniture to have at home.
Fusion Folding Chair
by Povl Eskildsen
The Fusion Folding Chair designed by Danish architect Povl Eskildsen that won the Red Dot design award in the Best of the Best 2011 category is made to be used on balconies, in coastal areas and on yachts (essentially anywhere luxurious and outdoors). Electronically polished and brushed, stainless steel frames are used with highly-tailored slings made of durable materials such as Textilene® and plantation grown teak tops to make it withstand different outdoor environments. Available in a series of colours that include mercury, taupe, white and flame, the chair can be easily folded and stored to make it an ideal choice for balconies and gardens.
