Eames Style Lounge Chairs & Ottomans

Welcome to Habitat Furnishes: Eames-Inspired Lounge Chairs & Ottomans

Looking for an Eames style lounge chair and ottoman in the UK? This collection brings the mid-century modern language of the 1956 classic to your home: a selection of veneers, leather colours and chair sizes across thirteen active product listings, each built with a 7-layer laminated hardwood veneer shell, Italian aniline leather and a polished aluminium swivel base. Every set price includes the matching ottoman, free UK delivery and a 2-year warranty.

Independent reproduction: These are Eames-inspired reproductions of the 1956 design, not made, licensed or endorsed by Herman Miller or Vitra.

The 1956 Design, Interpreted With Honesty

The lounge chair and ottoman introduced by Charles and Ray Eames in 1956 - models 670 and 671 - redefined comfort: a reclined posture, a moulded plywood shell and leather cushions that give with the sitter. Our Eames inspired lounge chairs follow that philosophy precisely - contoured shell, deep recline, 360-degree swivel - while being sold clearly as Habitat Furnishes interpretations, not licensed originals. Our independent chair-and-ottoman sets start at £799.

Veneer Finishes, Leather Colours & Tall Sizes

• Walnut - mid-brown with an even, calm grain; the most forgiving finish (four leathers, black or chrome base).
• Rosewood - darker shell with dramatic figuring; the strongest contrast against black leather.
• Light Rosewood - the figured rosewood grain in a paler, honeyed tone.
• Dark Rosewood - near-espresso figuring with strong contrast, for statement rooms.
• Polished Rosewood - Waxy Green - lacquered gloss shell with waxy green polished leather.
• Polished Walnut - Waxy Brown and Polished Walnut - Waxy Camel - gloss shells with waxy polished leathers on a chrome base.
• Ashwood - pale, open grain; the lightest shell in the range.
• Ebony Ashwood - open ash grain stained near-black; graphic and unmistakably modern.
• Natural Wood - the shell in its clearest, least-treated tone.

Why Choose an Eames-Inspired Lounge Chair?

• Deep recline and a low 42 cm seat height - the posture that makes it a superb reading and television chair.
• Italian aniline leather that softens and develops a patina over years of use.
• A 7-layer moulded veneer shell engineered to resist cracking and warping.
• 360-degree swivel on a polished 5-star aluminium base (chair) with a 4-star base (ottoman).
• Removable, reversible cushions and a matching ottoman included in every set price.

How to Spot a Well-Made Eames-Style Lounge Chair

• Shell: moulded, curved veneer in multiple layers - flat plywood is a red flag.
• Leather: full aniline or semi-aniline hides; bonded or PU leather cracks and peels.
• Mounts: rubber-and-metal shock-mounts between shell segments, not exposed brackets.
• Base: a 5-star swivel base under the chair and 4-star under the ottoman; check the welds and finish.
• Cushions: removable and reversible for cleaning and re-upholstering.
• Ottoman: included in the price, in the matching veneer.

For the full build teardown read our honest UK buying guide, and for what each price band buys see our UK price tier guide.

Dimensions & Space Planning

Standard (84cm) chair: W82 x D82 x H84 cm; standard ottoman: W63 x D53 x H42 cm; seat height 42 cm. Tall versions at 89cm, 91cm and 93cm have different dimensions; consult each product's specification table. Allow roughly 155 cm of floor length for the pair, plus 30 cm behind the shell for the recline. Room layouts and rug pairing are covered in our small living room space guide.

Chair Only, or Chair & Ottoman?

Prefer the chair on its own? Our Eames Lounge Chair collection offers walnut and rosewood chair-only editions from £599 on a black aluminium 5-star base - ideal for bedrooms, studies and smaller rooms. And if relaxation is the goal, here is why the set makes such a fine mid century reading chair with ottoman.

What to Pair It With

The ottoman is for your feet, so give your drink and book a home of their own: the Eileen Gray style E1027 adjustable side table in chrome and glass slides right up to the armrest and sets to the height you need.

Care & Maintenance

Aniline leather: wipe with a damp cloth and condition with leather balm every six months; keep out of direct sunlight. Veneer: dust with a soft dry cloth. Aluminium base: clean with a soft damp cloth and dry immediately. Rotate the removable cushions so they wear evenly.

Frequently asked questions

Is this the Eames Lounge Chair made by Herman Miller or Vitra?

No. These are Eames-inspired lounge chairs made by Habitat Furnishes. The licensed Eames Lounge Chair is produced by Herman Miller and Vitra and retails at £7,200–£10,200. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to those companies, or with the Eames Office.

How much does an Eames style lounge chair and ottoman cost?

From £799 for the chair and matching ottoman, across 26 finish combinations. Delivery is free to UK mainland addresses on orders over £100.

Is the ottoman included in the price?

Yes. Every set price on this page includes the matching ottoman in the same veneer finish.

What are the dimensions of the chair and ottoman?

The chair is W82 × D82 × H84 cm with a 42 cm seat height. The ottoman is W63 × D53 × H42 cm.

Which wood finish should I choose?

Walnut is the most forgiving and the easiest to place alongside existing furniture. Rosewood is darker with dramatic figuring and the strongest contrast against black leather. Ashwood and natural wood are pale and open-grained for a lighter room. Ebony ashwood is near-black and the most contemporary.

Is the leather real?

Yes. Italian aniline leather, dyed through rather than surface-coated, so it softens and develops a patina rather than staying uniform. Black and brown hide marks best; white shows the most character over time and needs more care.

How long does delivery take?

Orders are dispatched within 1–3 working days and delivered 5–10 working days after dispatch to UK mainland addresses. Delivery is free on orders over £100.

Does it need assembly, and what warranty and returns do you offer?

It arrives part-assembled and takes under 10 minutes to finish. Every chair carries a 2-year manufacturer warranty, and you can return it within 14 days of delivery.