Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about blocks—not the kind you navigate via automobile but rather the children’s building toy. It’s not easy to find building blocks that aren’t made in China, but they do exist: American company Green Toys manufactures a set of super chunky blocks, the bulbous alternative to Legos. Since I’m familiar with how these look, I find myself thinking of them when I consider the Arnaud chair by Montreal company Perez.

Arnaud chair. Manufactured by Perez.

Blocky and Bold Lounge Seating

Founded in 2002 by ex-hairdresser Daniel Perez, Perez designs and manufactures a collection of “clean-lined, original, multi-functional furniture” meant to rival European imports. Arnaud is an upholstered lounge chair by Perez that is stocky, blocky, and geometrically inspired. With a seat that angles back, Arnaud eliminates the need for visible back legs. The angular arms, also upholstered, become the lounge chair’s front legs. The general appearance is one of intersecting lines and bold angles.

Perez believes people interested in “timeless design” will be drawn to the bulbous dimensions of Arnaud. With a kiln-dried hardwood frame, high-density foam dressing, and spring seating, Arnaud provides the comfort most people desire in accommodating seating. Since Arnaud can be upholstered in a wide array of fabrics, including vinyls and leathers, the chair can fit in with most decors. In a dramatic color like carmine or a daring print like houndstooth, Arnaud takes command of a space.

About the Manufacturer: Perez began in 2002 when hairdresser Daniel Perez sought to change careers in order to follow his passion for furniture, “a welcome change that allowed him his quest for beautiful shapes.” The Perez Collection offers simple shapes and clean lines—furniture that offers “a true alternative to imports.” In 2003, Perez began its own manufacturing as a way to oversee the quality of its designs.