I know I’ve written about the Barcelona chair before but considering it’s status and recent offers from various retailers I think it’s worth another mention.

As most people know, the Barcelona chair was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for his Pavilion at the International exhibition in Barcelona Spain. The chair was designed as seating for the King ans Queen while the stool was to serve as seating for the attendants.

For decades the Barcelona chair has been well out of reach of ordinary people and difficult to find/order even for those who had the money, but that has all changed. Today more than ever the Barcelona chair is attainable, still pricey but well worth the money.

Reproductions can be had for under $1000 USD but they will no doubt leave you disappointed and angry… and when you factor in buying/shipping and looking at a cheap Chinese knockoff, hardly worth the money. However, a REAL Barcelona chair will cost a bit more up front but you will be rewarded with the beauty, quality, comfort and value of an original.

It’s never been easier or more affordable to own this design classic. Knoll, the license holder and manufacturer of Van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair makes this classic available through a wide network of distributors.

DWR is one of the more reputable online retailers of fine design classics and a great place to start furniture shopping.

The Barcelona chair is available in a variety of colors and leather grades to suit your taste, décor and budget.

Another great design that came out of the Bauhaus, the Folding Table by Gustav Hassenpflug.

This is a design that is often imitated even today, nearly 80 years after the original was designed in 1928. It’s proof that good design and good ideas never get old or outdated. The Bauhaus workshops produced much of what we still consider modern today, even after almost a century.

This folding table is made of wood and when fully closed is only 9cm wide (that’s less than 4 inches). Fine craftsmanship and world class design made the Bauhaus famous.

The BRNO chair is another of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s masterpieces. Originally designed in 1929-1930 for the bedroom of the Tugendhat house in Brno, Czechoslovakia, the BRNO chair’s design has stood the test of time.

Constructed of flat steel bar (there is a round tube version as well), bent into shape and chrome plated (or polished stainless steel), the BRNO chair is of the highest quality. This has no doubt contributed to it’s success and staying power. Like Van der Rohe’s other works, it’s the quality and not only the style that gives it that extra something and makes it into a true work of art.

The Barcelona Chair was designed by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe for the German Pavilion exhibit in Barcelona

The Barcelona Chair was designed to be used as a throne for the king and queen of Spain while visiting the German Pavilion exhibit.

… it was an instant success. Amongst others, the Barcelona Chair (also Barcelona stool, table, daybed, etc.) is an example of Van Der Rohe’s design genius.

Originally constructed of high quality Leather and Chromed steel, many of today’s reproductions use stainless steel instead of chrome. In my opinion, nothing can match the finish of a high quality chromed steel; the shine, smooth finish and seamless look are fantastic!

This is one of my personal favourites, I simply love the clean and simple lines of the Barcelona Chairs and the entire collection from the German Pavilion… simple, elegant and unmatched quality make this article a must have for all Bauhaus lovers.

A classic piece of furniture that’s instantly recognizable and admired by enthusiasts and general public worldwide.

The chaise lounge is constructed of steel and leather. The base is a black enameled steel beam construction while the top piece is steel tube with a leather pad. The design allows for the chaise lounge to be adjusted to a position that suits your needs as it reclines quite easily to allow for a more upright or laying down position.