There’s always one. One chair in the room that everyone gravitates towards. The first to be claimed. The last to be left.
Like any good character, it reflects something of the person who chose it. And let’s be honest: if you’re the sort of person who obsesses over the perfect chair… It probably says a lot about you.
So, which armchair are you?
Below, a few of our favourites, designed with you in mind. Customisable, of course. Because no two personalities should sit the same.
The Host
You care about detail.
Not in a fussy way, just in the way that makes people feel at ease the moment they walk in. The lighting is warm, the drinks are ready, the room feels welcoming. Hosting isn’t a chore. It’s part of who you are.
Your chair: Wilson Armchair
A classic silhouette with a tailored frame and deep velvet upholstery, it’s generous yet refined. Designed and made in Britain with exceptional attention to detail, it’s the seat people notice first and stay in longest. When it took pride of place at the Walpole Townhouse, it was upholstered in Sanderson’s Sunflower Caffoy Velvet by Morris & Co., a subtle nod to heritage with character woven in.
Perfect for: Living rooms designed to impress quietly, where every detail matters but nothing feels forced.
The Reader
You always find time to pause and you’re happiest with a book in hand. Whether it’s a novel, a newspaper, or a podcast in the background, you know how to claim a corner and make it yours.
Your chair: Ellison Armchair
With its curved silhouette wrapping neatly into a squared block form, it balances structure with softness. The plush cushioned seat pad invites you to sink in, stretch out, and stay put, while the clean lines mean it fits seamlessly into any room, even tucked into a quiet corner. The Ellison has also made its way into a boutique hotel in Oxfordshire, upholstered in a sharp houndstooth fabric, proof that it can carry both quiet comfort and bold personality.
Perfect for: Evenings that start with a book and end with your feet still curled up hours later.
The Collector
You don’t believe in playing safe. Pattern, colour, texture, your choices are deliberate, daring, and always make people stop and ask, where is that from? For you, a chair isn’t just a seat. It’s a statement of the room.
Your chair: Vine Street Swivel Armchair
Designed with a unique swivel base so you can shift with the room, it makes the most of every angle. Upholstered in sumptuous velvet and set on a brass-stained plinth, it brings together comfort and theatre in equal measure. For Walpole Townhouse, we customised one with a contrast back in Suzani Archive Weave Serpentine by Zoffany and Sanderson, a riot of colour and pattern that turns a classic into something completely unique. This is a chair for those who collect moments as much as objects.
Perfect for: Rooms where personality comes first and quiet is never the brief.
The Minimalist (With Opinion)
You believe less is more, but less should never mean ordinary. Every piece in your space is intentional, pared back, and precise. Simplicity, when done properly, is its own kind of luxury.
Your chair: Chester Row Armchair
With clean lines and gentle curves, it has a bold but timeless look. The dark-stained gloss timber frame and upholstered seat make it comfortable without losing its sharpness. Fully customisable, it can be tailored to fit seamlessly into your home. The Chester Row has also been chosen for No.1 Belgravia, a setting that reflects refined London living and its place in a truly high-end interior.
Perfect for: Homes where every detail is considered and nothing is accidental.
Not quite you?
If you don’t see yourself in The Host, The Reader, The Collector, or The Minimalist, that might be the best answer of all. It means your armchair is something different, something we haven’t put a name to yet.
Our armchair is designed to cover every mood and every room, from timeless silhouettes to bold statement pieces. Each one begins with the same commitment to British craftsmanship and attention to detail. From there, the story is yours to write.
Fabric, finish, trims, every element can be customised. You might want a chair that quietly anchors a room or one that makes a statement as soon as someone walks in. Either way, that will be a piece that is completely yours. Something that reflects your personality today, and that will still hold its place decades from now. A future heirloom.
So if none of these four are quite you, perhaps that’s the point. Your chair is waiting to be created... Get in touch with us to begin designing yours.
