Folding chairs: the safe bet
Folding chairs are easy to set up and store after use, making them the most obvious solution in a small room.
Today, this classic is available in an interesting variety of designs and materials: in terms of looks, you are spoiled for choice!
Stackable chairs: the practical option
Since stackable chairs are designed to be stored on top of each other, it is possible to store a large number of them while taking up minimal floor space. This is the ideal solution if you like to entertain: combine them with an extendable table, which can be made very small once the festivities are over.
The concept dates from the beginning of the 20e century. However, it was in the 1960s that they gained popularity, thanks to the appearance of new materials. Produced in nearly 15 million copies, Robin Day’s Polyprop chair is made of injection-molded polypropylene.
She popularized the concept, and many designers have tried the exercise since. Stackable chairs offer a remarkable choice of design, and they can therefore bring a strong personality to the decor of a small room. In addition, they can be equipped with armrests.
Built-in chairs: the cozy solution for the dining area
The table armchair tends to replace the traditional chair around the dining room table. More spacious, often padded, it offers more comfort. One might conclude that it is too big to fit in the dining room. The solution is then to opt for the built-in chair.
The built-in chair is designed to slide under the table to create an ultra-compact, yet cozy dining area. Table and chair sets are becoming more and more popular, and they now come in a wide variety of looks. They include a round or square table, the shapes most suited to small spaces, and four to six chairs.
What materials for chairs in a small room?
In a small space, every detail counts. To choose the right chairs, it is important to pay attention to the design and materials. Objective: to find aesthetic, airy and comfortable pieces.
Wooden chairs help create a warm atmosphere around the table. In a small space, however, it is important not to visually overload the room. We therefore avoid pieces that are too massive, and we favor models with a refined design. The good idea is to adopt the two-material model in wood and canework or in wood and metal.
Metal chairs often benefit from an airy design, ideal for small spaces. Although the total look is great, especially in a neo-industrial decor, a padded model in leather or fabric can bring a more chilled note to your interior.
One of the key materials of the 60s, polypropylene is of course the ideal choice in a small room with a retro look. It is also a perfect ally to bring a designer touch to a more contemporary decor.
Small spaces: what if we replaced the chairs?
In a very small space, it is sometimes best to forgo chairs in favor of alternatives, or to embrace mix and match, pairing chairs with other options.
The stool is the most obvious alternative. Just like the chairs, it comes in a classic, folding or stackable version.
The built-in stool advantageously replaces the chair to create an office area or install a dressing table in a small space. Around the coffee table, it allows you to transform a studio or small living room into a combined living room and dining room.
A small bench fits perfectly around a square table, which then takes on a boho look. The absence of a back also contributes to creating a more airy impression. In the living room, it can act as an extra seat and be stored against the wall like a console when you no longer need it.