{"product_id":"barcelona-style-lounge-chair-black","title":"Barcelona-Style Lounge Chair – Black Italian Leather","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eA centrepiece of \u003cstrong\u003eBauhaus\u003c\/strong\u003e design for your space. The form was created in 1929 by \u003cstrong\u003eLudwig Mies van der Rohe\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eLilly Reich\u003c\/strong\u003e for the German Pavilion at the \u003cstrong\u003eBarcelona International Exposition\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it has barely changed since — which is why it sits as easily in a period room as in a new build. Our interpretation puts hand-tufted \u003cstrong\u003eItalian aniline leather\u003c\/strong\u003e panels on a hand-polished \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel frame\u003c\/strong\u003e with the signature “X” profile, in five colours, and epitomises the famous maxim: “Less is more.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndependent reproduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e This Barcelona-style lounge chair is inspired by the 1929 modernist design associated with Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich. It is not an original Knoll product and is not made, licensed or endorsed by Knoll. \u003cstrong\u003eChair only:\u003c\/strong\u003e the ottoman is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium Italian Leather \u0026amp; Stainless Steel Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHand-Tufted Cushions \u0026amp; Support Straps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-polished stainless steel frame\u003c\/strong\u003e with a seamless mirror finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 mm thick, single-piece frame\u003c\/strong\u003e — nothing to build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-resilience, fire-retardant foam cushions\u003c\/strong\u003e with a comfort topper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItalian aniline leather\u003c\/strong\u003e, hand-stitched in a quilted grid pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty support straps\u003c\/strong\u003e, double-riveted for lasting durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive leather colours\u003c\/strong\u003e — Black, Tan Brown, Cream, White and Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBarcelona-Style Lounge Chair Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChair:\u003c\/strong\u003e W 79 x D 79 x H 85 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChair frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e W 75 x D 77 x H 75 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seat is firm and upright rather than deep and reclining — a chair designed for posture and presence, not for sinking into.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModernist Accent Chair for Contemporary Interiors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open frame means this chair takes far less visual space than its 79 cm footprint suggests. Because it does not recline, \u003cstrong\u003e20 cm of clearance behind it is enough\u003c\/strong\u003e — against roughly 110 cm for an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eames-lounge-chair\"\u003eEames-style lounge chair\u003c\/a\u003e. That makes it one of the few full-size lounge chairs that will work in a wide hallway, on a landing, in a bedroom corner or beside a fireplace. A pair either side of a small table is the classic arrangement, and needs roughly 200 cm of wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing a Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll five share identical construction, so the decision is entirely about how the leather reads in your room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most graphic. The tufting reads as shadow and pattern rather than colour. Easiest to place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTan Brown\u003c\/strong\u003e — warms the polished steel and sits naturally with walnut, oak and other mid-century timber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCream\u003c\/strong\u003e — shows the stitching and button detail most clearly. The lightest option visually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite\u003c\/strong\u003e — the sharpest contrast against the frame, and the most demanding to keep looking new.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed\u003c\/strong\u003e — the one statement colour in the range. Best in a room that is otherwise restrained, where the chair is meant to be the focal point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMirror-polished stainless steel is the dominant visual element — bright and reflective, so try to match it to the other metals already in the room, as it can clash with brass or matte black fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBarcelona-Style Chair vs Chair \u0026amp; Ottoman Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer the complete pair? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/barcelona-style-chair-and-ottoman-black\"\u003eBarcelona Style Chair \u0026amp; Ottoman\u003c\/a\u003e includes the matching footstool in Black, Cream and White.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship and Leather Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium-grade stainless steel, hand-ground and buffed to a flawless mirror finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCushion fill:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-resilience, fire-retardant urethane foam with a comfort topper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpholstery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italian aniline leather, with matching material on the back and sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport straps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reinforced straps riveted securely to the frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade by skilled artisans using traditional techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wipe with a soft damp cloth; use standard glass cleaner for best shine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeather cushions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean with a damp cloth; condition with leather balm every 6–12 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid\u003c\/strong\u003e harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or prolonged direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery, Assembly \u0026amp; Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackaging \u0026amp; UK Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArrives part-assembled\u003c\/strong\u003e — the one-piece frame needs no building; the cushions fasten to it, typically in under 10 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShips as a single L-shaped package\u003c\/strong\u003e containing frame and cushions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame securely wrapped\u003c\/strong\u003e in thick bubble wrap for transit protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCushions individually wrapped\u003c\/strong\u003e and packed in the same box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree UK delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e. Orders are typically processed and dispatched within 1–3 business days; delivery usually takes 5–10 business days after dispatch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-year manufacturer's warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e included at no extra cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14-day returns:\u003c\/strong\u003e items must be unused, in their original condition and original packaging, with all tags and labels attached. Change-of-mind return shipping is paid by the customer. \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003eSee our Returns \u0026amp; Refunds policy.\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I add the Barcelona ottoman later?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike some designs, the Barcelona ottoman is not sold separately. If you want the complete pair, please see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/barcelona-style-chair-and-ottoman-black\"\u003eBarcelona Style Chair \u0026amp; Ottoman\u003c\/a\u003e set, which includes the matching footstool in Black, Cream, and White.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much space does the chair need without the ottoman?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust 79 x 79 cm of floor space, plus about 20 cm of clearance behind it. Because the Barcelona frame does not deeply recline, it can sit much closer to a wall or bookshelf than a traditional reclining lounge chair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between the Barcelona chair and the Eames chair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1956 Eames lounge chair features a warm wooden shell and a deep recline designed for ultimate relaxation. The 1929 Barcelona chair features a sleek, mirror-polished stainless steel frame and quilted leather, offering firmer, upright support that is perfect for conversation, reading, or executive spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore this range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/barcelona-style-chair-and-ottoman-black\"\u003eBarcelona Style Chair \u0026amp; Ottoman\u003c\/a\u003e - the complete set with the matching footstool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/barcelona\"\u003eBarcelona Collection\u003c\/a\u003e - all configurations and colours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/eames-style-lounge-chair-small-living-room-space-guide\"\u003eSpace Planning Guide\u003c\/a\u003e - exact clearances and layouts for mid-century furniture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/what-should-an-eames-style-lounge-chair-cost\"\u003eUK Price Tier Guide\u003c\/a\u003e - what to look for in premium quilted leather and steel frames.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Habitat Furnishes","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":58689758822774,"sku":"BLC-B","price":475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan Brown","offer_id":58689760133494,"sku":"BLC-TB","price":475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cream","offer_id":58689760166262,"sku":"BLC-C","price":475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":58689760199030,"sku":"BLC-W","price":475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":58689760231798,"sku":"BLC-R","price":475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/5339\/8646\/files\/barcelona-style-lounge-chair-black-front.png?v=1789129272","url":"https:\/\/habitatfurnishes.com\/products\/barcelona-style-lounge-chair-black","provider":"Habitat Furnishes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}