Armchairs

Armchairs

Description
Description

Armchairs are variations of common chairs, but are designed with fixed armrests and are often upholstered and cushioned. The inclusion of arms on a chair provide extra support for users to enter and exit the chair with greater ease. Popular variants of the armchair are the reclining chair with hidden mechanisms that allow the chair to fold-out, and the rocking chair with legs affixed to curved slats. Armchairs are often seen as essential furniture pieces for living rooms, lounges, reception areas, and larger bedrooms.

History
History

Armchairs, comfortable chairs with side supports for resting arms, have been symbols of status and comfort for centuries. In ancient Egypt, they were reserved for royalty, showcasing elaborate designs. As time progressed, especially during the Renaissance in Europe, armchairs became more accessible, appearing in affluent homes. Their designs evolved, incorporating upholstery and varying materials. By the 19th and 20th centuries, with industrialization, they became a common household item, offering comfort in countless styles and materials.

Future
Future

The future of armchairs leans into adaptability, eco-friendly materials, and tech integration. As spaces become multifunctional, armchairs will offer features like built-in storage or convertibility. Sustainable choices, including bamboo frames or recycled fabric cushions, will become more common. Brands like La-Z-Boy and IKEA are innovating with ergonomic designs for optimum comfort. Additionally, tech enhancements, such as built-in speakers or heating elements, will elevate the lounging experience, making armchairs central to modern relaxation and living spaces.

Common Questions
Common Questions
What is an armchair?

Armchairs are chairs designed with side structures that support the arms or elbows of the sitting person.

What furniture should be paired with an armchair?

Armchairs are often paired with a matching sofa and are often flanked by a side table.


How much clearance should be provided around an Armchair?

Clearances of 30” | 76.2 cm should be maintained around an armchair on any side that you must be able to walk around. 14”-18” | 35.6-45.7 cm should be provided between an armchair and a coffee table if one is to be used with an armchair.

Furniture

* Under Development *

30” | 76 cm
36.75” | 93 cm
33.5” | 85 cm
2009
Arena Armchair
76.000
93.000
85.000
2009.00
https://p3d.in/e/Hh1Fg
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3D
Arena Armchair3D model of the Arena Armchair viewed in perspective3D model of the Arena Armchair viewed in perspective
31.5” | 80 cm
35” | 89 cm
33” | 84 cm
2014
Bantam Armchair
80.000
89.000
84.000
2014.00
https://p3d.in/e/nZ8ka
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3D
Bantam Armchair3D model of the Bantam Armchair viewed in perspective3D model of the Bantam Armchair viewed in perspective
28” | 71 cm
33” | 84 cm
30” | 76 cm
2014
Bevel Armchair
71.000
84.000
76.000
2014.00
https://p3d.in/e/GCyQt
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3D
Bevel ArmchairView of the Bevel Armchair in 3D available for downloadView of the Bevel Armchair in 3D available for download
29” | 74 cm
36” | 91 cm
32” | 81 cm
2014
Bolster Armchair
74.000
91.000
81.000
2014.00
https://p3d.in/e/QycGx
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3D
Bolster Armchair3D model of the Bolster Armchair viewed in perspective3D model of the Bolster Armchair viewed in perspective
35” | 89 cm
36” | 91 cm
36” | 91 cm
2019
Burrow Nomad Armchair
89.000
91.000
91.000
2019.00
https://p3d.in/e/BEdDH
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3D
Burrow Nomad Armchair3D model of the Burrow Nomad Armchair viewed in perspective3D model of the Burrow Nomad Armchair viewed in perspective
35” | 89 cm
36” | 91 cm
36” | 91 cm
2017
Burrow Original Armchair
89.000
91.000
91.000
2017.00
https://p3d.in/e/gXBqW
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3D
Burrow Original Armchair3D model of the Burrow Nomad Armchair viewed in perspective3D model of the Burrow Nomad Armchair viewed in perspective
27.25” | 69 cm
43.5” | 111 cm
41.5” | 105 cm
2007
Como Armchair
69.000
111.000
105.000
2007.00
https://p3d.in/e/mKcqX
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3D
Como Armchair3D model of the Como viewed in perspective3D model of the Como viewed in perspective
27.25” | 69 cm
31.5” | 80 cm
33.5” | 85 cm
2007
Comolino Armchair
69.000
80.000
85.000
2007.00
https://p3d.in/e/n36c3
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3D
Comolino Armchair3D model of the Comolino Armchair viewed in perspective3D model of the Comolino Armchair viewed in perspective
33.5” | 85 cm
34” | 86 cm
35.5” | 90 cm
2015
Costura Armchair
85.000
86.000
90.000
2015.00
https://p3d.in/e/C4ylr
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3D
Costura ArmchairView of the Costura Armchair in 3D available for downloadView of the Costura Armchair in 3D available for download
31.5” | 80 cm
37.5” | 95 cm
35.5” | 90 cm
2001
Divina Lounge Chair
80.000
95.000
90.000
2001.00
https://p3d.in/e/Y5jbl
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3D
Divina Lounge Chair3D model of the Divina Lounge Chair viewed in perspective3D model of the Divina Lounge Chair viewed in perspective
37” | 94 cm
28” | 71 cm
34” | 86 cm
2005
Flight Recliner
94.000
71.000
86.000
2005.00
100
https://p3d.in/e/hn3M7
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3D
Flight Recliner3D model of the Flight Recliner viewed in perspective3D model of the Flight Recliner viewed in perspective
33” | 84 cm
34” | 86 cm
33.5” | 85 cm
1968
Goodland Armchair
84.000
86.000
85.000
1968.00
https://p3d.in/e/zvPKZ
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3D
Goodland Armchair3D model of the Goodland Armchair viewed in perspective3D model of the Goodland Armchair viewed in perspective
38.25” | 97 cm
33.5" | 85 cm
37” | 94 cm
2018
IKEA Ekolsund Recliner
97.000
85.000
94.000
2018.00
5
https://p3d.in/e/0GzEV
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3D
IKEA Ekolsund ReclinerPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Ekolsund ReclinerPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Ekolsund Recliner
30.75” | 78 cm
35” | 89 cm
35” | 89 cm
2015
IKEA Landskrona Armchair
78.000
89.000
89.000
2015.00
https://p3d.in/e/96s2Z
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3D
IKEA Landskrona ArmchairView of the IKEA Landskrona Armchair in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Landskrona Armchair in 3D available for download
38.25” | 97 cm
33.5” | 85 cm
37” | 94 cm
2012
IKEA Muren Recliner
97.000
85.000
94.000
2012.00
30
https://p3d.in/e/iGr7Q
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3D
IKEA Muren ReclinerView of the IKEA Muren Recliner in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Muren Recliner in 3D available for download
39.375” | 100 cm
26.75” | 68 cm
32.25” | 82 cm
1972
IKEA Poäng Armchair
100.000
68.000
82.000
1972.00
https://p3d.in/e/bPzYe
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3D
IKEA Poäng Armchair3D model of the IKEA Poäng Armchair viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Poäng Armchair viewed in perspective
34.25” | 87 cm
42.125” | 107 cm
44.125” | 112 cm
2017
IKEA Uttran Reclining Armchair
87.000
107.000
112.000
2017.00
0
https://p3d.in/e/dzopj
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3D
IKEA Uttran Reclining Armchair3D model of the IKEA Uttran Reclining Armchair viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Uttran Reclining Armchair viewed in perspective
38.625” | 98 cm
38.625” | 98 cm
40.125” | 102 cm
2017
IKEA Vännäs Reclining Armchair
98.000
98.000
102.000
2017.00
0
https://p3d.in/e/akRx7
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3D
IKEA Vännäs Reclining ArmchairView of the IKEA Vännäs Reclining Armchair in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Vännäs Reclining Armchair in 3D available for download
7’2” | 2.18 m
65” | 1.65 m
71” | 1.80 m
Iron Throne
218.000
165.000
180.000
22000
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3D
Iron Throne
31.75” | 81 cm
39” | 99 cm
38” | 97 cm
2016
Jonas Armchair
81.000
99.000
97.000
2016.00
https://p3d.in/e/6Fdaf
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3D
Jonas ArmchairPerspective view of a 3D model of the Jonas ArmchairPerspective view of a 3D model of the Jonas Armchair
26” | 66 cm
34” | 86 cm
35.5” | 90 cm
2018
Lispenard Armchair
66.000
86.000
90.000
2018.00
https://p3d.in/e/zkaTV
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3D
Lispenard ArmchairView of the Lispenard Armchair in 3D available for downloadView of the Lispenard Armchair in 3D available for download
41.5” | 105 cm
27.5” | 70 cm
32” | 81 cm
1966
Milo Baughman Recliner 74
105.000
70.000
81.000
1966.00
80
https://p3d.in/e/RPH7V
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3D
Milo Baughman Recliner 74Perspective view of a 3D model of the Milo Baughman Recliner 74Perspective view of a 3D model of the Milo Baughman Recliner 74
27.5” | 70 cm
30.75” | 78 cm
30” | 76 cm
2016
Outline Armchair
70.000
78.000
76.000
2016.00
https://p3d.in/e/8vTJc
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3D
Outline Armchair3D model of the Outline Armchair viewed in perspective3D model of the Outline Armchair viewed in perspective
34” | 86 cm
33” | 84 cm
35” | 89 cm
2009
Raleigh Armchair
86.000
84.000
89.000
2009.00
https://p3d.in/e/XvDcd
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3D
Raleigh Armchair3D model of the Raleigh Armchair viewed in perspective3D model of the Raleigh Armchair viewed in perspective
30” | 76 cm
31.25” | 79 cm
30.5” | 77 cm
2001
Theatre Armchair
76.000
79.000
77.000
2001.00
https://p3d.in/e/SSWex
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3D
Theatre ArmchairView of the Theatre Armchair in 3D available for downloadView of the Theatre Armchair in 3D available for download
IKEA Poäng Armchair
Illustration of the IKEA Poäng Armchair with a man sitting casually for scale

The IKEA Poäng Armchair is a popular bent wood armchair with foam cushions wrapped in either fabric or leather. Designed around the contours of the human body by Japanese designer Noboru Nakamura in 1972, the Poäng armchair remains a classic and versatile furniture piece for use at home or in casual reception spaces.

The Poäng’s frame is constructed of bent and glued birch wood with varied finishes and IKEA provides an assortment of fabric or leather options for the foam cushions.

The IKEA Poäng Armchair measures 26.75” (68 cm) wide, 32.25” (82 cm) deep, and has a height of 39.375” (100 cm). The seat front is 17.375” (45 cm) high, has a depth of 19.625” (50 cm), and is 22” (56 cm) wide.

Collection of drawings of the IKEA Poäng Armchair with dimensions shown on the side elevation, front, back, and plan views
The IKEA Poäng Armchair is a popular bent wood armchair with foam cushions wrapped in either fabric or leather. Designed around the contours of the human body by Japanese designer Noboru Nakamura in 1972, the Poäng armchair remains a classic and versatile furniture piece for use at home.

The IKEA Poäng Armchair measures 26.75” (68 cm) wide, 32.25” (82 cm) deep, and has a height of 39.375” (100 cm). The seat front is 17.375” (45 cm) high, has a depth of 19.625” (50 cm), and is 22” (56 cm) wide.

Collection of drawings of the IKEA Poäng Armchair with dimensions shown on the side elevation, front, back, and plan views
IKEA Poäng Armchair
Height:
39.375” | 100 cm
Width:
26.75” | 68 cm
Length:
Depth:
32.25” | 82 cm
Seat Height
17.375” | 45 cm
Arm Height
19.75” | 50 cm
Weight:
Area:

Width (Seat): 22” | 56 cm
Depth (Seat): 19.625” | 50 cm

Materials
Glued bent birch wood frame; Polyurethane foam, polyester fabric
Designer
Noboru Nakamura (IKEA)
Year
1972

Drawings include:
IKEA Poäng Armchair side elevation, side (person), front, back, plan

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Flight Recliner
Side elevation illustration of the Flight Recliner with a woman relaxing for scale

The Flight Recliner is a luxurious modern recliner designed by Jeffrey Bernett and Nicholas Dodziuk with the idea of creating a completely unique chair form available in multiple customizable materials, finishes, and colors. Recliners come with the adjustability from their back to their legs. The Flight Recliner hides the fact that it can recline and can blend into a comfortable living room space or a lounging area.

The Flight Recliner has an overall height of 37” (94 cm), width of 28” (71 cm), and depth of 34” (86 cm). The seat height of the Flight Recliner is set at 18” (46 cm) with arms at 22” (56 cm).

Series of plan and elevation drawings of the Flight Recliner with dimensions for height, width and depth
The Flight Recliner is a modern recliner designed by Jeffrey Bernett and Nicholas Dodziuk that is available in a variety of materials, finishes, and colors. The Flight Recliner hides the fact that it can recline and can blend into a comfortable living room space or a lounging area.

The Flight Recliner has an overall height of 37” (94 cm), width of 28” (71 cm), and depth of 34” (86 cm). The seat height of the Flight Recliner is set at 18” (46 cm) with arms at 22” (56 cm).

Series of plan and elevation drawings of the Flight Recliner with dimensions for height, width and depth
Flight Recliner
Height:
37” | 94 cm
Width:
28” | 71 cm
Length:
Depth:
34” | 86 cm
Seat Height
18” | 46 cm
Arm Height
22” | 56 cm
Weight:
Area:

Depth (Open): 63" | 160 cm

Materials
Hardwood frame; foam cushions; oak, walnut, or steel base; fabric or leather upholstery
Designer
Jeffrey Bernett & Nicholas Dodziuk
Year
2005

Drawings include:
Flight Recliner side elevation, side (person), front, back, plan, side (full recline), side (half recline)

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Lispenard Armchair
Side elevation drawing of a woman sitting casually in the Lispenard Armchair

Comfortable but not exuberant, stunning but not daunting, boxy but also elegantly tailored was the way the Lispenard Armchair was designed and created. Positioned low, the armchair provides a relaxing sit combined with an angled seat and back so that way the user is held into place in a more natural position.

The Lispenard Armchair has an overall height of 26” (66 cm), width of 34” (86 cm), and depth of 35.5” (90 cm). The seat height of the Lispenard Armchair is set at 15” (38 cm) with arms at 22” (56 cm).

Collection of dimensioned drawings of the Lispenard Armchair
Comfortable but not exuberant, stunning but not daunting, boxy but also elegantly tailored was the way the Lispenard Armchair was designed and created. Positioned low, the armchair provides a relaxing sit combined with an angled seat and back so the user is held in place in a natural position.

The Lispenard Armchair has an overall height of 26” (66 cm), width of 34” (86 cm), and depth of 35.5” (90 cm). The seat height of the Lispenard Armchair is set at 15” (38 cm) with arms at 22” (56 cm).

Collection of dimensioned drawings of the Lispenard Armchair
Lispenard Armchair
Height:
26” | 66 cm
Width:
34” | 86 cm
Length:
Depth:
35.5” | 90 cm
Seat Height
15” | 38 cm
Arm Height
22” | 56 cm
Weight:
Area:


Materials
Hardwood and steel frame; memory foam cushions; hardwood legs; fabric or leather upholstery
Designer
Neil Logan
Year
2018

Drawings include:
Lispenard Armchair side elevation, side (person), front, back, plan

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Bantam Armchair
Drawing of a man sitting in a Bantam Armchair

The Bantam Armchair is a crisp hard-lined modern armchair with a signature row of button tufting. Designed and marketed through Design Within Reach as part of their Bantam Collection (2014) of living room seating that also includes multiple Bantam Sofas and Ottomans, the Bantam Armchair is similarly constructed with a sturdy hardwood frame and made available in a large range of fabric and leather upholstery options.

The Bantam Armchair has an overall width of 35” (88.9 cm), depth of 33” (83.8 cm), and back height of 31.5” (80 cm). The seat height is set at 18.5” (47 cm) with arms set at 24” (61 cm).

Collection of measured drawings of a Bantam Armchair drawn from the side, top, front, and back views
The Bantam Armchair is a crisp hard-lined modern armchair with a signature row of button tufting that is designed by Design Within Reach as part of their Bantam Collection (2014).

The Bantam Armchair has an overall width of 35” (88.9 cm), depth of 33” (83.8 cm), and back height of 31.5” (80 cm). The seat height is set at 18.5” (47 cm) with arms set at 24” (61 cm).

Collection of measured drawings of a Bantam Armchair drawn from the side, top, front, and back views
Bantam Armchair
Height:
31.5” | 80 cm
Width:
35” | 89 cm
Length:
Depth:
33” | 84 cm
Seat Height
18.5” | 47 cm
Arm Height
24” | 61 cm
Weight:
Area:


Materials
Hardwood frame, walnut legs; Foam cushions, fabric or leather upholstery
Designer
Design Within Reach
Year
2014

Drawings include:
Bantam Armchair side elevation, side (man sitting), front, back, plan

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Bevel Armchair
Side elevation drawing of the Bevel Armchair with a sitting woman for scale

The Bevel Armchair takes its name from its unique backrest design and provides good lumbar support, balanced proportions, and a sharp, clean profile. The armchair provides a smooth, foldable cushion that allows the leather to loosen for a comfortable, well-used look that adds a warm tone over time within the space.

The Bevel Armchair has an overall height of 28” (71 cm), width of 33” (84 cm), and depth of 30” (76 cm). The seat height of the Bevel Armchair is set at 17” (43 cm) with arms at 23” (58 cm).

Collection of dimensioned drawings of the Bevel Armchair measuring arm and seat heights, width and depth
The Bevel Armchair takes its name from its unique backrest design and provides good lumbar support, balanced proportions, and a sharp, clean profile. The armchair provides a smooth, foldable cushion that allows the leather to loosen for a comfortable, well-used look that adds a warm tone to a space.

The Bevel Armchair has an overall height of 28” (71 cm), width of 33” (84 cm), and depth of 30” (76 cm). The seat height of the Bevel Armchair is set at 17” (43 cm) with arms at 23” (58 cm).

Collection of dimensioned drawings of the Bevel Armchair measuring arm and seat heights, width and depth
Bevel Armchair
Height:
28” | 71 cm
Width:
33” | 84 cm
Length:
Depth:
30” | 76 cm
Seat Height
17” | 43 cm
Arm Height
23” | 58 cm
Weight:
Area:


Materials
Hardwood frame; foam seat and back cushions; ash legs; fabric or leather upholstery
Designer
BassamFellows
Year
2014

Drawings include:
Bevel Armchair side elevation, side (person), front, back, plan

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