The 15 Best Accent Chairs for Your Living Room, According to Designers

To gather is defined as to “come together; assemble or accumulate” by the Oxford Language Dictionary. Our gathering spaces should reflect our own personal styles; they should be both welcoming for friends and family and unique to our taste. To choose the best accent chairs for living rooms, the go-to gathering space of any abode, we tapped some of our favorite designers and tastemakers from across the country. From modern marvels to traditional picks and everything in between, here are our designer picks for living room accent chairs!

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Joyce Downing Pickens, principal of JDP Interiors in Los Angeles, says, "I love a good woven chair with character! It warms up a room, infuses a collected feel into the space, and breaks up all the upholstery. I adore this chair from Harbinger [since] it can work for any room style: If the room is contemporary, this chair can bring in an organic feel to break up the more streamlined pieces. If the room is more traditional, it can bring in a bit of warmth and casualness."

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Pickens also enjoys a patterned chair, something she shares adds personality to a space. The designer says, "I love this chair by Nickey Kehoe. I'd love to see it paired with a vintage 1950s Italian floor lamp. That juxtaposition of ornate upholstery next to a minimalist light fixture is a winning combo."

April Jensen, founder and interior designer of ADJ Interiors in St. Louis, Missouri, says the Roinn Lounge Chair by Baker+Hesseldenz Studio would be an excellent piece for any living room. "The simplicity in manufacturing, silhouette, and style allows it to be a great team player in any atmosphere," she says.

Plus, with multiple upholstery options and bronze or stained arms, there are endless combinations to perfectly tailor this chair to your living room space. "Essentially, you can make this chair whatever your heart desires. One of the best features of this chair is the size (32.5 W x 30h x 33 D). It does not take up a lot of real estate in a room; however, it really delivers on comfort. Custom finishes and sizes are also available," adds Jensen.

Theodore Alexander

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Jensen also loves any chair with an arched back, like the Theodore Alexander Lafayette Chair. "But what makes this chair special are the legs—the front legs are rounded and create the entire corner of the chair, and the back legs are incorporated into the back of this barreled beauty. It is so graceful but strong at the same time," she explains.

With an Art Deco vibe, down swept arms, and loose cushion, it's an incredibly comfortable and stylish chair for all builds and heights. Like the Roinn, you can use any upholstery to customize your look, and many stain finishes are available.

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Another favorite accent chair of Jensen's is the Shea Swivel Chair from Ray Booth's upholstery collection with Hickory Chair. With a beautiful yet simple silhouette, it is elegant yet functional.

"We love to use this in spaces where we want to create an intimate lounge space but know that everyone is going to want to see the TV—whether a family is watching movies or the big game! It can be upholstered in any Hickory Chair upholstery or your own COM," says April.

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Nikki Klugh, founder and principal designer of Nikki Klugh Design Group in Omaha, Nebraska, loves this chair for its clean lines, rich tones, and quality craftsmanship. She says it can work for various design styles from African-inspired and modern to contemporary and mid-century.

"This chair was inspired by the T-shaped prayer staff used during long meditation and religious procession in Ethiopian Orthodox Churches, giving an additional layer of interest and an intimate conversation piece," the designer says.

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Bryan Frost, owner of Black Awning Interiors in Orlando, Florida, says, “An accent chair should be a sculptural piece, but I never ignore the function of what your personal needs are. When picking the perfect chair, take notice of the arms and back heights of the existing pieces in your room. Scale is a large factor that places into the perfect paring.”

For a reading chair, Frost prefers the Maxwell since it’s wider and longer, and the arms are at a comfortable height for holding and reading a book. The designer adds, “A chair in the corner of a room should evoke a cozy and inviting feeling. [This one] features custom options of textiles, legs, and the lumbar pillow for back support.” His preferred version would be a bold marigold-colored velvet, an unexpected color that plays well with both colors and neutrals.

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Frost enjoys the Buttercup lounge chair as a small accent chair, which is excellent for the occasional sit or a multi-use situation in a smaller space. He adds, “[This chair] is a mid-century inspired bent plywood form that features comfort and style."

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Merrill Lyons, principal of Lyons Studio in New York City, is drawn to The Bart Armchair by Mooi, one of the single most comfortable chairs she's ever purchased for a client. She explains, "The simple form might not get you excited, but if you see it in person and utilize some of the amazing fabrics that Mooi has to offer, it's such a statement piece."

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Another winner for Lyons is the Teddy Chair from Pieces by Aesthetic Pursuit, a piece that truly makes a statement. "The chair has an amazing gestural quality that could really add a punch to a room, but is also functional and cozy. The selection of colors is really beautiful and would look great with soft pale neutrals. It would sit well with either a modern or eclectic aesthetic and is, in general, just a really fun piece," Lyons says.

Nathan Anthony

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Lauren Lerner, founder and principal designer of Living with LoLo in Phoenix, Arizona, likes the Embrace Cuddle Chair from Burke Decor for its comfy, organic shape. “The soft curves pair nicely with a more structured sofa and would [look] great next to something in a dark wood or a leather,” she adds.

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Another one of Lerner's picks is the Darcy Chair. She says, “This sophisticated chair is sure to give amazing texture to any room. We see this in a more modern living space."

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Beth Kooby, interior designer at Beth Kooby Design in Atlanta, favors the Manet Chair through Bungalow Classic. "It's on the smaller size, so perfect for a cozier space. It's so comfortable, though, and available in a large range of fabrics. The nail heads and feet casters are traditional, but the clean lines make it feel more modern," explains the designer.

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Another attention-grabbing option is the Turn Around Swivel Club Chair through R.Hughes. It's fully customizable with a wood or metal base. Kooby adds, "The walnut base…is so elegant. This chair is also super comfortable, and the swivel makes conversation in a larger room easier. It's such a wonderful combo of new upholstery with [a] vintage flair that would work in a more traditional room and a more modern space. It's also made in the U.S., which is always a win for me!"

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Molly Van Amburg, interior designer at Molly Van Amburgh Interior Design in Fort Worth, Texas, is a fan of Julian Chichester, admitting a so-called crush on two of his pieces, the Royere Lounge Chair and the Cow Lounge Chair.

She says, “I love the curves these chairs bring to give some variation from a typical upholstery it might be paired with! The Cow Lounge Chair works like a slipper chair would—cozy, comfortable, and approachable.” She continues, “The Royere Lounge Chair has been my design crush for quite some time. It reminds me of Edward Wormley furniture designs with a modern and updated twist.”