The Barcelona Chair: Interior Inspiration

Times goes by, but the classics remain the same. According to Livingetc.com, the preeminence of standard design icons, like the Barcelona Chair, has years to come. 


In their very recent article of October 01, Livingetc made reference to the 10 main design ideas from traditional times, to Modern times.

It’s a relevant article for the Barcelona Chair, taking in consideration that it covers traditional design and modern design too. The items selected for this narrow list are The Eames Lounge Chair  and Ottoman; The Togo Sofa; The Sarinen Tulip Table; the Whishbone Chair; the Ercol Origins Studio Coach; the Chesterfield Sofa; the Four Poster Bed; the Goldfinger Lounge Chair; the Series 7 Chair; and, of course, the Barcelona Chair.


From the above list, we can tell that the Eames Lounge Chair, The Saarinen Tulip Table; the Wishbone Chair; the Series 7 Chair and the Barcelona Chair are all Mid Century Modern Style furniture, and that should give us a hint about how strong its the influence of this period in the whole history of Interior Design.  The Eames Lounge Chair was created in 1956; The Tulip Table in 1956, too; the Wishbone Chair in 1949, the Series 7 in  1955. This means that the older item considered is the Barcelona Chair, created in 1929 by Ludwing Mies van der Rohe. 

When it comes specifically to the Barcelona Chair, makes reference to “one of the most celebrated modern furniture designs classics of all time”, besides mention the royal origin of the first release of the chairs in the Barcelona International Exposition. 


Why the Barcelona Chair has that appealing magnetism?


That unique design of the Barcelona Chair is enough to make it one of the most iconic chairs ever made. But besides that beautiful design, a good manufacturing process defines its convenience and popularity. The Barcelona Chair rendition of Manhattan Home Design is one of the best in the market. 


The best leather

Our Barcelona Chair is available in 100% Aniline Full Grain Italian Leather upholstery.

Aniline Leather is of higher quality than regular Italian leather, it’s softer and glossier and better for home use furniture. Aniline is a dye process of leather that preserves the touch and feel sensation, so appreciated by leather lovers. Aniline leather is made of several layers of animal leather and dyed in a drum. This process allows keeping all the scars and wrinkles characteristic of the texture of good leather. This way, only the Barcelona collection has that distinctive clean-cut look, with that particular shinning and soft texture that makes you confirm that you are enjoying something valuable and comfortable. When it comes to its characteristic straps;  Its heavy grade leather saddle straps color-match the upholstery; both sides of the leather straps are finished for extra strength and longevity.


An unique frameA unique

frame for a unique design. One of the most recognizable chair shapes in the world, the solid one-piece, Stainless Steel full welded Frame of the Barcelona Chair

is robust, without losing any elegance and sleeker silhouette.  The frame is constructed from a superior grade single-piece stainless steel block for ultimate durability, with stronger support and resistance to chipping, corrosion, and rust. The Dimensions and Specifications of the frame are true to the original design by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.


Beautiful, comfortable Cushions

The cushions are one characteristic feature of the Barcelona Chair. Black, white or tan, they invite us to sit and have a relaxed chat. Cushion surface features individually cut and sewn leather panels for optimum detailing and quality; full tufting of all appropriate seams.

Trust in Manhattan Home Design as your place to get the best in Mid Century Modern Style, with pieces like the Barcelona Chair or the Barcelona Daybed to enhance your room, and take it to the next level.

It’s a relevant article for the Barcelona Chair, taking into consideration that it covers traditional design and modern design too. The items selected for this narrow list are The Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman; The Togo Sofa; The Sarinen Tulip Table; the Wishbone Chair; the Ercol Origins Studio Coach; the Chesterfield Sofa; the Four Poster Bed; the Goldfinger Lounge Chair; the Series 7 Chair; and, of course, the Barcelona Chair.


From the above list, we can tell that the Eames Lounge Chair, The Saarinen Tulip Table; the Wishbone Chair; the Series 7 Chair, and the Barcelona Chair are all Mid Century Modern Style furniture, and that should give us a hint about how strong its the influence of this period in the whole history of Interior Design.  The Eames Lounge Chair was released in 1956; The Tulip Table in 1956, too; the Wishbone Chair in 1949, the Series 7 in  1955. This means that the older item considered is the Barcelona Chair, created in 1929 by Ludwing Mies van der Rohe. 


When it comes specifically to the Barcelona Chair, makes reference to “one of the most celebrated modern furniture designs classics of all time”, besides mention the royal origin of the first release of the chairs in the Barcelona International Exposition. 

Why the Barcelona Chair has that appealing magnetism?


That unique design of the Barcelona Chair is enough to make it one of the most iconic chairs ever made. But besides that beautiful design, a good manufacturing process defines its convenience and popularity. The Barcelona Chair rendition of Manhattan Home Design is one of the best in the market. 

The best leather

Our Barcelona Chair is available in 100% Aniline Full Grain Italian Leather upholstery. Aniline Leather is of higher quality than regular Italian leather, it’s softer and glossier and better for home use furniture. Aniline is a dye process of leather that preserves the touch and feels sensation, so appreciated by leather lovers.

Aniline leather is made of several layers of animal leather and dyed in a drum. This process allows keeping all the scars and wrinkles characteristic of the texture of good leather. This way, only the Barcelona collection has that distinctive clean-cut look, with that particular shinning and soft texture that makes you confirm that you are enjoying something valuable and comfortable. When it comes to its characteristic straps;  Its heavy grade leather saddle straps color-match the upholstery; both sides of the leather straps are finished for extra strength and longevity.

A unique frame

A unique frame for a unique design. One of the most recognizable chair shapes in the world, the solid one piece, Stainless Steel full welded Frame of the Barcelona Chair is robust, without losing any elegance and sleeker silhouette.  Frame is constructed from a superior grade single-piece stainless steel block for ultimate durability, with a stronger support and resistance to chipping, corrosion and rust. The Dimensions and Specifications of the frame are true to the original design by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.


Beautiful, comfortable Cushions

The cushions are one characteristic feature of the Barcelona Chair. Black, white, or tan, they invite us to sit and have a relaxed chat. Cushion surface features individually cut and sewn leather panels for optimum detailing and quality; full tufting of all appropriate seams.

Trust in Manhattan Home Design as your place to get the best in Mid Century Modern Style, with pieces like the Barcelona Chair or the Barcelona Daybed to enhance your room, and take it to the next level.