The movies transport us into fantastic worlds, from superheroes to space adventures and romantic comedies to covert spy operations. We all love the stories and plot twists, and while the actors on the big screen create their magic, the sets and surrounding props all add to the atmosphere. Iconic furniture is often used in movies; furniture designers create accent pieces and retro chairs that are ideal for building the illusion of the cinema and complementing the aesthetic of the time the plotline is set in.
If you have ever found yourself wondering where Tony Stark got his unique furniture from or which designer created the seat synonymous with Star Trek, our guide tells you what you need to know and how you can buy your piece of movie magic.
Eames Office Chair – The Holiday
A movie that has become a Christmas favourite for many, The Holiday, featured Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet switching up their holiday plans and doing a house swap for the season. One of the standout pieces in the home of Cameron Diaz is the white Eames Office Chair. The functional and sleek chair features aluminium and leather and is still a popular choice today, with many reproductions available.
Eames Lounge Chair – Iron Man
The Eames Lounge Chair is a popular mid-century modern chair that has made many appearances in TV and film. The classic design and high-end look make it fit perfectly in Tony Stark’s mansion in the Iron Man movie series. The luxuriously furnished sets of Tony Stark’s house are impeccably styled, and you can get your hands on a recreation of this retro lounge chair for your lair.
Eero Saarinen’s Tulip Chairs – Star Trek
The futuristic style of Star Trek is packed full of iconic designs and memorable styles. Oval shapes and sleek furniture designed to evoke the space age ensure the sets of Star Trek are bursting with items that are highly sought after. One of the most recognisable, is the chairs used in the series and motion picture inspired by Eero Saarinen’s Tulip Chairs. The sleek, curving base and ‘tulip’ style seat are perfect for the Enterprise.
Jacobsen Egg Chair – Men In Black
When it comes to iconic retro chairs, the Jacobsen Egg Chair is regarded as one of the top and most coveted creations. A round base, elegantly curved stem, and egg-shaped seat make this the perfect choice for MIB headquarters and is used in the movies for agent’s chairs across the franchise. Created in the ’60s, the timeless design fits elegantly into the sleek and futuristic office spaces.
Van Der Rohe Barcelona Chair – Casino Royale
When it comes to style, no one can beat the James Bond movies. Delighting audiences for decades, the British agent is seen defeating the bad guy in some of the most beautifully decorated sets ever created. The films use many designer chairs, Scandinavian designs, and other iconic pieces, but one of the must-have mid-century modern chairs features in the 2006 Bond film, Casino Royale. Bond is seen sitting on a Van Der Rohe Barcelona chair, and this classic seat is still as popular as the day it was created.
While owning the actual chairs used in the movie sets may be out of the question, replicas of many of the designs are available on our website,www.pash-classics.com. We have a huge choice of office chairs, dining and living room so you can grab a slice of Hollywood for your home.
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