Designed in 1930 for the Tugendhat house in Brno, Czechoslovakia, the Brno chair mirrors the ground breaking simplicity of its original environment. A simple profile, clean lines and meticulous attention to detail have made Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s 1930 Brno chair an icon of 20th-century design.
- An elegant alternative to wooden side chairs
- Ideal for conference rooms
- Available with or without arm pads
Dimensions:
- 22 3/4″ W x 22 1/2″ D x 31 1/2″H with seat height of 17 1/2″
Construction:
- Made with Spinneybeck leather – brighter and more supple than competitors’ textile options
Finishes:
- Available in stainless steel or polished, mirror-chrome finish
Upholstery:
More than 100 fabrics and more than 500 leather colors in 18 different qualities come standard
(available with woven or perforated leather upholstery)
Manufacturer:
Knoll
Designer:
Mies van der Rohe
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, born March 27, 1886 – August 17, 1969, was a German-American architect.
While the Brno Chair was created in 1930, it could still fit in the bedrooms, offices, and even living and dining rooms of today. The flat bar Brno Chair is just one version of the chair, so people who don’t like the flat bar look may find the round bar look more appealing.
The flat bar Brno Chair design is quite simple and though it was not made in modern times, it still looks more authentically modern than a lot of furniture that is produced today! The frame of the chair is constructed from flat bar that is bent into a sleek and stylish shape. The flat bar is then chrome plated for the shiny steel frames that Ludwig Mies van der Rohe is known for.
The fabric offerings for the seat cushions vary in color today so that anyone can easily put this chair in their home or office and have it fit in well with the other décor and color scheme. Many people find that this makes a good dining chair, but it can also be used for office seating, bedroom seating, and even seating in the living areas of the home. The sleek look will give a modern feel to any room while also providing a comfortable place to sit.
The flat bar Brno Chair is known for its high quality and durability. This means that this is not simply a design that looks good, it can also feel good and be used time and time again. Many people collect the chair not only as a piece of art for the home, but also for a comfortable and stylish seating option in their home.
If you are just beginning to get into modern furniture you may find that this is a great piece to buy. Many people consider the work of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe the basis of all true modern furnishings. In other words, this is the crème de la crème of the modern furniture world and everything that has come since is compared to and even modeled after this chair. If you are looking for a great piece of modern furniture that you can use and love, the flat bar Brno Chair is a great choice!