Designer office chairs

When the desk is installed in a living room, the chair fully participates in the decoration. In our collection of office chairs, Nordlys designer chairs combine a neat silhouette with familiar living room materials: wood, cane, bouclé or corduroy depending on the references. Create a work corner that fits into your interior while meeting your seating and movement needs.

What distinguishes a designer office chair

A designer office chair can be recognized by the attention paid to its proportions and the relationship between its different materials. The design of the backrest, the shape of the seat and the presence of the base make up a coherent whole, visible even when the chair is not in use.

The choice is therefore made on two scales. Observe the detail of the piece of furniture, then its effect in the room: a very enveloping model can become a strong point of the decoration, while a finer structure accompanies a small space with discretion.

A silhouette designed for decoration

A rounded back brings softness to a rectilinear desk. A shell with clear contours creates a more minimalist look, while a padded covering, when present, gives a retro note. Also look at the seams and the way the seat meets the base: these details influence the general look.

The view from the back deserves special attention in a living room or bedroom. The chair should please you when it is stored under the table top as when it is turned towards the room. This visual continuity helps to naturally integrate the workspace.

Materials borrowed from living room furniture

Wood, woven textures and textiles give the office a more domestic expression. They allow you to connect the chair to a bookcase, a sofa or curtains, without creating a too uniform whole. A single common material can be enough to establish this link.

The cane weaving provides an openwork design which evokes certain cane weaving armchairs. The bouclé offers a soft relief, while the corduroy plays on regular lines. Depending on the selection, faux suede or faux leather can offer other surface sensations. Always check the composition indicated for the model that appeals to you.

Wood, cane weaving, bouclé or corduroy: which signature to choose?

The wooden office chairs highlight natural shades and lend themselves to Scandinavian or retro decor. Dark wood combined with light textile creates a stronger contrast; a natural shade easily accompanies a beige and ecru palette.

A bouclé office chair gives more visual volume to the seat. It can become a soft focal point in an understated interior, especially with a desk with simple lines. Corduroy brings another rhythm and enriches a color with its variations of light.

For a luminous presence, explore the white office chairs. The black finishes, on the contrary, outline the contours of the furniture. Choose your signature from an element already present in the room, then limit reminders to maintain an airy whole.

Integrate a desk area in the living room or bedroom

In a living room, install the desk in such a way as to preserve passageways and access to other furniture. A chair in a color reminiscent of an existing textile can help connect this new function to the relaxation area. The base can also have a finish present on the lighting fixtures or small tables.

In a bedroom, favor proportions compatible with circulation around the bed and the opening of storage. Measure the width of the base, the clearance needed behind the chair and the passage of the armrests under the tabletop. A visually light silhouette should also remain practical when you get up.

Lighting and storage complete the look. A clear surface and a well-placed lamp make the office area easier to use. Our guide to effectively arranging your work area offers ideas for organizing these different elements.

Combining aesthetics and comfort for your working days

The aesthetics of the seat must match its usage characteristics. Compare the seat height, its adjustment range where available, the usable depth and the shape of the backrest. A model that is suitable for occasional tasks will not necessarily respond in the same way to a full day of working from home.

The foam and the covering contribute to the initial comfort, but the comfort also depends on your installation. Leave room for legs and seat movement. Armrests, rotation and casters should be chosen according to the desk and floor.

Finally, check the maximum load and maintenance instructions of the model. Dust the structures, maintain the textiles using a suitable method and check the fixings according to the instructions. You thus benefit from a chair whose design remains pleasant to live with on a daily basis.