The Brno Tubular Chair was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1930 for the dining room of his renowned Tugendhat House in Brno, Czech Republic. Reflecting the simplicity of its original environment, the Brno Tubular Chair emphasizes van der Rohe’s philosophy of minimalism and functionality by leveraging the flexibility, tensile properties, and solidity of steel to eliminate the need for back legs. With its cantilever frame providing comfort and a subtle spring, the chair utilizes Mies’ idea of “eliminating the superfluous” and achieving purity in form. Architectural historian Peter Blake noted that Mies’ designs, from skyscrapers to dining chairs, reflect a process of distillation to a point of utter perfection. The Brno Tubular Chair remains one of the most successful dining, visitor, and conference chairs. Shop the Brno Tubular Chair by Mies van der Rohe, Model 245, online in Canada, also available in a Flat Bar model. Shown in Wheat Woven Fabric on Polished Brass Plated Steel.
Brno Armchair: Tubular Bar
CAD $740 – $940
Designer
Mies van der Rohe
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (1886-1969) was a German-American architect and designer who profoundly shaped modern architecture and furniture design. He began his career in Berlin before emigrating to the United States in 1937. Van der Rohe''s minimalist aesthetic is epitomized by his motto "less is more." His iconic Barcelona Chair and Ottoman (1929) were designed with Lilly Reich for welcoming the Spanish King and Queen to the German Pavilion at the Barcelona International Exhibition. His Barcelona Daybed (1930) and MR Chair series (1927) further showcase his mastery of minimalist form with organic and industrial materials. Mies's architectural achievements include the Seagram Building in New York and the Farnsworth House . His work is characterized by clean lines, detailed craftsmanship, and innovative use of industrial materials.
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (1886-1969) was a German-American architect and designer who profoundly shaped modern architecture and furniture design. He began his career in Berlin before emigrating to the United States in 1937. Van der Rohe''s minimalist aesthetic is epitomized by his motto "less is more." His iconic Barcelona Chair and Ottoman (1929) were designed with Lilly Reich for welcoming the Spanish King and Queen to the German Pavilion at the Barcelona International Exhibition. His Barcelona Daybed (1930) and MR Chair series (1927) further showcase his mastery of minimalist form with organic and industrial materials. Mies's architectural achievements include the Seagram Building in New York and the Farnsworth House . His work is characterized by clean lines, detailed craftsmanship, and innovative use of industrial materials.
Product Dimensions
Depth (cm): 57.15
Width (cm): 57.8
Height (cm): 80
Depth (in): 22.5 inches
Width (in): 22.75 inches
Height (in): 31.5 inches
Construction:
- Upholstery: Custom Premium Hide or Fabric Selection from Archetype Forms
- Structure: Tubular Steel in Chrome Plated, Bronze Plated, Polished or Other Premium Treated, Painted or Powder-Coated Option from Archetype Forms
- Seat Frame: Inner Hardwood
- Padding: Variable-Density Foam
- Suspension: Cantilever
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