Arne Jacobsen’s Iconic Egg Chair In Modern & Contemporary Interiors

Ever since designed by Arne Jacobsen back in 1958, the Egg Chair was used to make spaces look beautiful and sophisticated.It’s still very popular despite its age, and that’s all thanks to the timeless design.It was one of the pieces designed to furnish the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel in 1960 and became Jacobsen’s signature piece.

Since then, it keeps being manufactured.Today, we’ll explore how well the Egg Chair has preserved its beauty and charm over the years and how it can be integrated into contemporary and modern interior design styles.

1. Eclectic Mix of Styles

There’s a multitude of ways in which the stylish Egg Chair can be integrated into a living room. This warm and inviting home in Maryland is brimming with natural light.

Yet, the piece that’s truly full of personality is Jacobsen’s chair which was beautifully used as an accent piece.Its shape fits perfectly into the diverse and eclectic mix of styles featured in this contemporary living room.

2. Neutral Hued Scheme

A wonderful thing about timeless furniture pieces like the famous Egg Chair is that it can be equally beautiful when usedas focal point, standalone piece or even when featured in busy and eclectic designs. Amazing, isn’t it?

This apartment in Berlin with an on-trend neutral palette lets the chair stand out, while maintaining a uniform and cohesive look.This neutral space was inspired by the “less is more” principle.

3. Understated Beauty

The living space is envisioned as a neutral room reminiscent of black-and-white photos where the warm wood shelves and cabinet are the only things that stand out. Amazing!

The understated beauty of the light gray Egg Chair perfectly complements the room, without standing out with color.Nevertheless, its iconic shape somehow manages to turn it into an eye-catching piece. Brilliant!

4. Lovely Corner

The leather Egg Chair shown in this reading nook in this Moscow house tends to be a tad more formal-looking than the Egg Chair fabric.

Yet, its design is so exquisite, harmonious and well balanced that no matter what material chosen, it’ll always make spaces look sophisticated, welcoming and cozylike this nook.

5. Chic Minimalist Hotel

You can even find the iconic Egg Chair leather in hotels, one example being this striking hotel in Monterrey. This hotel perfectly captures the best in mid century aesthetics, while paying homage to timeless and classic pieces such as this one.

The clean and minimalist style of this space and the preference for smooth and curvilinear forms from the Egg Chair Arne Jacobsen are defining characteristics.

6. Stylish Open Concept Living

Being beautifully complemented by the stylish floor lamp, the warm hued Egg Chair wrapped in fine leather has a special place in this refurbished open concept space of this Los Angeles residence.

When paired together, they form the perfect corner, a spot from where the whole room can be seen and which also has a nice view through the large window.

We hope these insights truly inspire you. As you can see, the iconic Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair fits wonderfully well in today’s modern and contemporary interiors. Which of these interiors is your favorite? We’d love to know your feedback! Tell us in the comments section below.

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