The chair is one of the most expressive pieces of furniture in a home. It can be a bold statement in the living room or a discreet, comfortable companion around the dining table. As 2027 approaches, chair design keeps moving away from cold minimalism towards softer shapes, natural materials and pieces built to last. Here are the chair trends for 2027 we are seeing in showrooms, design fairs and our customers’ homes — and how to adopt them without regretting it in two years.

1. Curves and rounded silhouettes

Rounded backs, tub shapes and soft, generous lines remain the strongest movement in seating. A curved chair instantly softens a room full of straight lines (tables, shelves, kitchen units) and feels welcoming. Models like the Poltronas chair, with its round seat and curved backrest, work as well in a dining room as in a reading corner.

2. Bouclé and textured fabrics

Bouclé wool has become a modern classic. Its looped texture brings warmth and depth, and it pairs beautifully with wood and metal. In 2027 we expect texture to matter even more than colour: bouclé, chenille, corduroy and natural linen blends. The Fantis bouclé chair is a good example of this soft, tactile look.

3. Warm wood and Japandi lines

Wood is timeless, strong and long-lasting — and the Japandi influence (Japanese simplicity meets Scandinavian warmth) keeps it at the centre of chair design. Look for light oak and ash, darker walnut tones, visible joints and slim, honest structures. Discover models like the Dizo chair, the Curvia chair or the AMSI chair in wood and bouclé.

4. Cane, rattan and natural fibres

Cane weaving is no longer a passing revival: it has become a permanent part of contemporary interiors. Its graphic pattern lightens a chair visually, and the natural material brings an artisanal, sustainable feel. Icons like the Cesca chair and the Jeanne Easy lounge chair inspired by Pierre Jeanneret remain best-sellers.

5. The return of chrome and tubular steel

After years of matte black, polished chrome is back. Tubular steel frames and cantilever chairs, inherited from the Bauhaus, bring a light, slightly retro touch that works well with wooden tables and natural fabrics. See the Bettie chair or the Sam cantilever chair in leather.

6. Statement lounge chairs

The armchair is becoming the sculpture of the living room. Generous lounge chairs with strong silhouettes — high backs, wide armrests, unusual materials — are chosen as much for their look as for their comfort. The Peacock lounge chair, with its fan-shaped back, is a perfect example.

7. Earthy colours and durable choices

Colour palettes are getting warmer: chocolate brown, burgundy, olive green, terracotta and butter yellow are replacing cool greys. At the same time, buyers are more careful: they want chairs that last, can be repaired and will not look dated quickly. Choosing a timeless shape in a trendy colour (or a trendy shape in a neutral finish) is the best way to combine the two.

How to follow the 2027 trends without regretting it

• Mix one trend with classics: a bouclé or chrome chair looks best next to a simple wooden table.
• Think about use first: dining chairs need comfort for long meals, lounge chairs need depth and support.
• Choose easy-care materials if you have children or pets: wood, metal, leather and treated fabrics.
• Invest in quality: a well-made chair can be kept, re-upholstered and moved from room to room for years.

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