Chandigarh Chair: A Classic Of Modern Furniture Design
In the history of furniture design, the Chandigarh chair has become an iconic work with its unique aesthetics and functionality. It is not only a piece of furniture but also a cultural symbol of an era, representing the concept and spirit of modern design.
Learn about Chandigarh chair
The design inspiration for the Chandigarh chair comes from Le Corbusier's pursuit of simple, practical, and efficient design concepts. In the 1950s, India was in a new period of national construction. As India's first modern city planned and built, Chandigarh's construction standards and concepts carried infinite visions for the future. In this context, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret were invited to participate in urban planning and public building design. The Chandigarh-chair is one of the daily necessities they carefully created to improve residents' quality of life.
The Chandigarh chair, with its unique design and profound cultural heritage, has become a milestone in the history of modern furniture design. It witnesses an era and the designer's wisdom and creativity crystallizing. Today, it still attracts people's attention with its unchanging classic charm. Whether practicality or aesthetic value, it is worth careful appreciation and study.
Design features and aesthetic value
The Chandigarh chair demonstrates a high design and aesthetic value level with its unique form, material selection and production process. The chair adopts simple lines and geometric shapes, abandoning the complicated decoration of traditional furniture. It uses steel pipes as the frame, with rattan or plywood seats and backrests, which not only ensures the stability of the structure but also gives the chair a light and flexible temperament. This design not only conforms to modern aesthetics but also reflects the respect and utilization of material characteristics, showing the design concept of "less is more."
Balance of functionality and comfort
The Chandigarh chair is designed with full consideration of ergonomic principles. The seat cushion's height, width, tilt angle, and hardness are carefully calculated to give users the best sitting experience. The seat and backrest made of rattan or plywood are breathable and elastic, relieving the discomfort caused by long-term sitting and lying. Thus, it is a beautiful and practical home item.
Cultural Heritage and International Influence
The Chandigarh chair is not just a piece of furniture but also an essential carrier of India's modern design culture. Its appearance marks the transformation of Indian design from traditional to contemporary and shows the unique charm of Indian culture to the world. As time goes by, the influence of the Chandigarh-chair gradually transcends national boundaries and becomes a sought-after object for design enthusiasts and collectors worldwide. Many designers and artists have innovated based on the Chandigarh-chair and derived a series of furniture works with a modern feel and cultural heritage, further enriching the connotation of contemporary furniture design.
Product Introduction
1.Easy Armchair
A comfortable lounge chair with iconic compass legs, initially designed for offices and residences in Chandigarh and Ahmedabad, our replica is handcrafted using production methods and craftsmanship similar to those used in the 1950s. The rattan seat and back are made from natural rattan, hand-skinned and carefully woven. The improved structure makes the chair strong and durable for modern use.
2.Kangaroo Chair
The Kangaroo Chair is a low chair made of two parallel flowing Z-shaped components that form the legs and back frame. The back is slightly curved to provide a comfortable sitting feel. Our redesign of the Kangaroo Chair remains true to the proportions and dimensions of the chair made for Chandigarh, but is reinforced with stronger joints. The natural rattan is carefully peeled and hand-woven.
3.Upholstered Easy Armchair
Our re-edition of the Upholstered Easy Armchair is faithful to the dimensions and outer shape of the original design, with improvements made to the structural elements and the quality of the materials to create a chair that is built to last. The outer legs and armrest frame are teak, while the inner frame is pine. The finest quality polyurethane foam in a carefully calibrated density combination creates the perfect ergonomic seating comfort. Our upholstered Easy Armchair is made of selected fabrics with a rub count of close to 100,000.
4.Library Chair
The Library Chair is a study chair designed for the Chandigarh University Library. The chair has a rattan lattice seat and a solid teak backrest. A crossbar or brace supports the back legs, and the backrest is a notch lower than the top of the side frames, an aesthetic detail we liked in some of the vintage models we researched in Chandigarh.
5 . Upholstered Armless Chair
Pierre Jeanneret designed this armless upholstered easy chair for the Chandigarh High Court, Punjab University and student hostels. Designed for relaxation, this low-slung chair is often used in informal spaces in buildings and homes. Its unique features include a slightly sloping backrest and seat, both upholstered in various materials. The low "V" shaped legs have a flat profile connected by two crossbars underneath, making them a must-have in the chair collection.
6.Dining Chair
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Architect Aditya Prakash's furniture reflects elements of French modernism in Chandigarh. However, his interests also include a variety of other modernist schools and furniture styles. This dining chair subtly demonstrates his fascination with Nordic design with its curved wooden backrest and sleek tapered legs. Its sturdy structure, clean lines and woven rattan seat give this chair a classical appeal. It can be used as a dining or office chair, making it suitable for various occasions.
Advantages of buying Chandigarh chair at FFM
FFM is located in Foshan City, the world-renowned heart of furniture production. Relying on its profound industry accumulation and forward-looking vision, FFM has always been committed to continuous improvement in product quality, which has not only consolidated its leading position in the market but also won the trust and praise of customers.
FFM is ingenious in product design, especially the Chandigarh chair series, which shows extraordinary diversity and creativity. FFM can provide perfect solutions tailored to your needs, such as the color and pattern of the chair and the shape and material of the armrests.
In addition, FFM has built a mature global logistics distribution network. When you place an order, FFM's dedicated project tracking team will provide full-time, attentive service to ensure your order is delivered safely and on time.
