The lounge chair has taken many different forms over the years and these days, in commercial design “lounge seating” can mean almost anything, and “executive seating” means almost nothing. Here are a few of our favorite versatile seating options that allow us to work, meet, swivel, collaborate…and of course lounge, in any interior space.

1. The SW-1 Chair
DESIGNER: Scott Wilson
MANUFACTURER: Coalesse
PRICE: $1,979
25 1/4″D x 28 “W x 30 3/4″H

This compliment to Coalesse’s SW_1 conference lounge is at a standard table height and offers generous seat and breathable mesh construction. The SW series designed by Scott Wilson challenges the expected heights and uses that are standard on most conference, task and lounge seating.

2. i2i
MANUFACTURER: Steelcase
PRICE: $1,439
25″ D x 32 1/2″ W x 31 1/8″ H

i2i was designed to facilitate collaboration, with its seat and back swiveling independently from each other, it allows anyone sitting in it to sit in any position while maintaining eye contact with their collaborator.

3. Silver
DESIGNER: Interstuhl
MANUFACTURER: Kimball Office
PRICE: Inquire for pricing

The Silver seating by Interstuhl and distributed in the US by Kimball is luxury in seating. With fine details and futuristic lines, this range moves seamlessly from lounge to executive office.

4. Olivia
DESIGNER: Bang Design
MANUFACTURER: Harter
PRICE: Inquire for pricing
24 1â„2″ W x 32 5â„8″ H x 24 1â„2″D

Olivia is the perfect hybrid between side and lounge chair for caf©, reception, conference, lounge, and private office. With several options in materials and finishes, Olivia is versatile not only in function but also aesthetic, allowing designers to mix and match for a wide variety of looks.

5. Eames Soft Pad Chair
DESIGNER: Charles and Ray Eames
MANUFACTURER: Herman Miller
PRICE: $2,399
33.75″ H x 23″ W x 16.5″ D

If including a modern classic in practically every countdown I write is wrong, then I don’t want to be right.

6. Setu
DESIGNER: Studio 7.5
MANUFACTURER: Herman Miller
PRICE: $759
35.125″ H x 25.125″ W x 17.25″ D

The slim profile and ergonomic design of this versatile seat could work in a variety of settings, both aesthetically and functionally. Available with a wheeled base as well, Setu is inconspicuous and dynamic all at once.

7. Pollock Executive Chair
DESIGNER: Charles Pollock
MANUFACTURER: Knoll
PRICE: $2,368

Another classic, this one by Charles Pollock, the Pollock Executive Chair was designed for comfort. An aluminum rim supports the chair both structurally and visually, and this chair makes an impact for more than just an executive office.

8. AL3
MANUFACTURER: Teknion
PRICE: Inquire for pricing

AL3 has a patented three-pivot-point vertical mechanism concealed within the chair column facilitates a full range of ergonomic features, and preserves the chair's innovative design aesthetic. Soft forms contrast with the cool gloss of aluminum while its design embodies lightness and timeless values. While it is technically an executive chair, this chair makes our list thanks to its undeniable comfort and distinctive design.

9. Nanda
DESIGNER: Lievore Altherr Molina
MANUFACTURER: Andreu World
PRICE: Inquire for pricing
24.5″ W  x 24.25″ D x 29.75″ H 

This handsome chair is upholstered in cuero leather and available in four different steel bases: four legs, skate or central castor base.

10. Clamshell Conference
DESIGNER: BassamFellows
MANUFACTURER: Geiger
PRICE: Inquire for pricing
27″D x 22 1/4″ W x 46 3/4″ H

An upholstered wood conference chair is perfect for a versatile lounge, and this beauty designed by BassamFellows for Geiger fits the bill perfectly.

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