Our Accent Chair Picks This Week
Shopping for an accent chair? We narrowed it to four designer-approved picks. Scan the chart, pick what fits your space + lifestyle, and tap the Shop button.
A great accent chair does two jobs at once: it solves seating + layout problems and finishes the room’s style. Sofas handle the crowd; accent chairs add the right seat in the right spot—by the window, near the fireplace, beside a bookshelf—so your space looks intentional and feels effortless.
Accent Chair Benefits
1) Smarter Seating
Adds one or two more seats without a bulky second sofa
Creates a balanced conversation zone (so no one’s shouting from the corner)
Lets guests choose posture: upright for chat, lounge for movie night
2) Better Layout & Flow
Fills awkward corners and rounds out the floor plan
Directs traffic and sight lines so the room feels open, not crowded
Swivel or armless options make tight rooms more flexible
3) Style Power
Brings texture, color, or contrast (think leather with linen, boucle with wood)
Acts as a sculptural focal point—instant designer look
Lets you try a trend in a smaller, lower-risk piece vs. replacing a sofa
The Tufted Swivel Barrel Accent Chair
Why we love it: Classic club-chair tailoring with modern swivel convenience. The tight silhouette tucks into corners and creates instant conversation zones.
Pick this if you…
Want a compact chair that still feels substantial
Host chats or like to pivot between TV + fireplace
Prefer wipeable, low-maintenance upholstery
Best for: Transitional, contemporary, moody/cozy rooms; home offices; paired swivel set.
Comfort profile: Medium-firm with supportive wrap; mid-height back. Great for posture and long chats.
Why we love it: A light visual footprint and architectural lines. Leather adds polish while the open base keeps small rooms airy.
Pick this if you…
Need small-space friendly seating that doesn’t look bulky
Love a modern/coastal mix with warm woods, linen, and light walls
Prefer easy-clean leather that develops character
Best for: Living rooms, apartments, offices, pairs across a sofa.
Comfort profile: Medium; supportive sit with relaxed back angle—great for guests and everyday use.
Why we love it: A sculptural S-curve that reads like art. Low, armless profile slides under windows and into tight spots.
Pick this if you…
Want a statement piece that doubles as extra seating
Need very small footprint chairs (pair them for balance)
Prefer a tailored look that won’t dominate the room
Best for: Bedrooms, entry corners, open-concept vignettes; two flanking a console.
Comfort profile: Medium; supportive perch with gentle recline. Great for conversation and cocktails.
Why we love it: Ultra-cozy with modern paddle arms. Low seat = lounge energy without looking sloppy.
Pick this if you…
Crave movie-night comfort and a relaxed sit
Want a substantial solo reading chair or pair for a media room
Like tactile, nubby textures that add depth to neutrals
Best for: Media rooms, dens, large bedrooms, reading corners.
Comfort profile: Soft-medium; deep seat, sink-in back. Add a lumbar if you’re petite.
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