Occasional String Chairs // Our Top 4+1 Picks

by aetava   //   21/02/2021

An occasional chair or an accent chair is one that is not meant for a specific purpose; it is perhaps best described as a go-to chair for providing extra seating options in a room, compared to regular chairs such as a dining or a bar chair. It can be a focal point for the overall appearance of a room by providing a visual accent that helps balance the circulation, color, or feel of a particular space.

Occasional chairs come in all sort of shapes and sizes, they can be used indoors or outdoors, and are often used as a single or individual piece. They can be textured or smooth, covered or left uncovered with an exposed frame, upholstered or solid. They are often described as the exclamation point tying together all the elements in a room.

These chairs are available in a variety of styles and models; here we will cover 5 beautiful occasional chairs with a string feature that can add a lot of character to any room.

1- Aldama Chair

Design by Coyoacán Design Studio of Mexico City, the iconic Aldama Chair is the perfect marriage of classic Mexican design and modern style sensibility. It is inspired by the classic Acapulco chair while providing a more relaxed and laid-back outlook with a streamlined frame complemented by a luxe, natural leather seat.

2- Wegner PP130 Circle Chair

The Circle Chair or the PP130 by PP Møbler was designed by the legendary Hans J. Wegner at the age of 72. It is based on the most simple yet elegant shape, the circle, which has helped it become a timeless piece maturing over time. It has become one of the most visionary furniture design projects of all time while posing a great challenge for PP Møbler’s workshop to manufacture the perfect circle.

The Circle Chair turned out to be one of Wegner’s most characteristic designs and it still offers great comfort and flexibility. One of the many appealing features of the Circle Chair is the fact that despite the size and comfort it is light and transparent, very practical and easy to move around.

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3- String Poltrona ( String Armchair )

Designed by the renowned German designer Kay Thoss, the String Armchair is a simple and minimalistic chair with a special character and charm. It is incredibly light and easy to handle and carry around, while offering a rather modern touch for composing living rooms, bedrooms, covered porches, or the favorite corner of your house.

4- Acapulco Chair

The iconic Acapulco Chair was designed in 2009 and has since become a well-known classic, featuring in incredible interiors and lavish landscapes from Beverly Hills to Melbourne and Dubai. Its pear-shaped design offers a relaxed and laid-back sitting experience while completely supporting the back without the need for any upholstery. It is suitable for indoor use only and is available in a large array of color combinations and frame finishes.

The Acapulco Chair is comfortable without a cushion and made to last stylishly for years with its durable powder-coated steel frame and colorfast UV-resistant woven vinyl cord.

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4+1 – Acapulco Leather Chair

The Mexa Acapulco Chair is a contemporary take on a classic where traditional Mexican craftsmanship and premium material combine to re-create this iconic piece. In this design, Mexa replaces the PVC strings with genuine leather straps woven around the powder-coated steel frame of the chair, presenting a more premium outlook while maintaining the comfort and support of the original model.