Accent chairs have the power to pull the look of an entire room together. They usually add a decorative touch to the room that just makes it feel complete. While accent chairs are known for their decorative quality, some accent chairs are so decorative that they verge on being more art-like than furniture-like. Here are 28 examples of accent chairs for your living room that create a dramatic feel with their artistic looks.
1. This chair is like a collection of bubbles.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Maarten De Ceulaer.
2. Coconut fibers and natural latex were layered and shaped to create this chair made exclusively from sustainable materials.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Jorrit Taekema.
3. Strips of fabric cover an inner tube that’s been attached to the metal base to create a textured chair.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Camilla Hounsell Halvorsen.
4. Upholstered circular cushions come together to make this fun and whimsical accent chair.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Karoline Fesser.
5. Pieces of felt have been arranged on a minimal metal frame to create a chair that resembles peacock feathers but doesn’t require any upholstery or sewing.
See more of this chair, here. Designed by Dror Benshetrit for Cappellini.
6. Fourteen pillows overlap each other to create a comfy chair perfectly shaped for curling up on.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Marc Venot.
7. Brightly dyed fabric was woven through a vinyl sheet that covers the wood frame of this chair to create a bright, soft, squishy seating solution.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Elaina Runge and Ana Mosseri.
8. Crocheted rope netting in a web like arrangement on the metal frame creates a comfortable chair and foot rest.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Henry Sgourakis.
9. Strips of felt have been twisted and woven through the metal frame to create a unique looking, functional chair.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Timothy John.
10. This accent chair has thick material under the fabric that has been sewn to create a look similar to that of a quilt.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Established & Sons.
11. This chair was inspired by a traditional tea whisk that’s used in Japanese tea ceremonies.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Hiroki Takada.
12. This chair was inspired by menswear and features a back that can be lifted up like a collar, to create a more private seat and is held together by large cuff links.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Fredrik Färg. Producted by Materia.
13. Elastic rope secures the fabric to the frame of this chair to help it keep its shape and make it more comfortable.
See more of this chair, here. Designed by Jonas Lutz for Leolux.
14. The nature of these chairs allows them to be used in a number of ways and creates a convenient storage spot inside the chair.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Noga Berman.
15. Fake white ivy covers the frame of this chair to create a soft spot to sit in while you contemplate nature and all that it has to offer.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by h220430.
16. Colored wood has been arranged in random patterns and carved away to reveal the bright colors and random designs and create a soft, smooth seat.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Yael Mer and Shay Alkalay of design studio Raw-Edges.
17. Pieces of wood were randomly arranged then carved away to create a jumbled looking chair.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Samwoong Lee.
18. Various sizes of circles inspired by sand dollars are arranged to create a uniquely shaped accent chair.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Campana and A Lot Of Brasil.
19. Pieces plywood have been bent, formed and smoothed away to create armchairs that have a natural flowing feel to them.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Alejandro Estrada. Manufactured by Piegatto.
20. This chair is made from rackets bent and shaped into the form of a web-like chair.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Fernando and Humberto Campana. Photography by Adam Reich.
21. Carbon fibre string was handwoven to create this industrial looking armchair.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by IL HOON ROH.
22. It would be easy to mistake this sculptural chair for a piece of modern art.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Carlo Aiello.
23. Layers of fabric were laid on top of each other then carved using a CNC machine to create a colorful, soft, cloud-like chair.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Richard Hutten.
24. A sheet of acrylic composite was manipulated to create these unique chairs inspired by the opening of flower or the fanning of a peacock’s tail feathers.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by UUfie. Photography by Marco Covi.
25. A soft seat is supported by four legs and is surrounded by strips of birch wood to create a chair that looks similar to a birds nest.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Nina Bruun.
26. A wooden frame holds different kinds of shapes in different sizes and colors that can be removed to create a unique armchair that looks could be more of an installation piece than a seating solution.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by CTRLZAK and Davide Barzaghi.
27. A stainless steel frame supports a leather covered cushion to create a sturdy yet fluid looking armchair.
See more photos of this chair, here. Designed by Timothy Luscher.
28. Fabric has been tucked into the metal folds of this chair to give it a full and ruffled look.
