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Hommage À Poul Kjærholm | 1958 PK31 Series

Poul Armchair: One-Seater

Poul Armchair: One-Seater

CAD $1,740

The Poul Armchair 1-Seater lounge chair, originally designed by Poul Kjærholm for his iconic PK31 sofa series, embodies Danish Modernism with its precise geometry and juxtaposing textures.

Forming a perfect 76 cm cube with its seat height at the midpoint, the Poul Armchair demonstrates Kjærholm’s exacting standards in his pursuit of the perfect form.

Shown in Black Suede on Black Powder Coat Steel Base.

The Archetype Forms Poul Armchair: One-Seater is a faithful reproduction of the original Poul Kjærholm PK31 Lounge Chair model PK31-1.

Designer

Poul Kjærholm

Poul Kjærholm (1929-1980) was a Danish furniture designer who revolutionized modern design with his precise craftsmanship and innovative material combinations. Beginning his career at just 19, Kjærholm quickly established himself through his rigorous attention to structural clarity and material integrity. His work seamlessly blended steel—his preferred material—with leather, cane, and rope, creating pieces that were industrial and organic. His approach is personified in designs like the PK22 chair, PK31 modular system, and the sculptural PK9 Tulip chair. Kjærholm's exacting standards and minimalist aesthetic have had a lasting influence on Danish and global furniture design.
Black and white portrait of Poul Kjærholm, designer of iconic furniture like the PK22 chair, PK61 table, and PK80 daybed, available here in Canada.
Poul Kjærholm (1929-1980) was a Danish furniture designer who revolutionized modern design with his precise craftsmanship and innovative material combinations. Beginning his career at just 19, Kjærholm quickly established himself through his rigorous attention to structural clarity and material integrity. His work seamlessly blended steel—his preferred material—with leather, cane, and rope, creating pieces that were industrial and organic. His approach is personified in designs like the PK22 chair, PK31 modular system, and the sculptural PK9 Tulip chair. Kjærholm's exacting standards and minimalist aesthetic have had a lasting influence on Danish and global furniture design.

Product Dimensions

Depth (cm): 76
Width (cm): 76
Height (cm): 76
Depth (in): 29.9 inches
Width (in): 29.9 inches
Height (in): 29.9 inches

Poul Armchair: One-Seater Construction

  • Upholstery: Custom Premium Leather, Suede or Fabric Selection from Archetype Forms
  • Structure:
    • Base: Spring Steel in Matte, Satin, or Polished Chrome, or Other Premium Custom Treated, Painted or Powder-Coated Option from Archetype Forms
    • Inner Frame: Solid Wood
  • Padding: Moulded High- and Variable-Density Polyurethane Foam & Polyester Filling. Available with optional down filling.

This 1-Seater Armchair is constructed with separated cushioned panels for the seat, back, and sides, all held and supported by a steel frame and lower crossbar fitted for this seating arrangement.

The Poul Series seating system is a tribute to Kjærholm’s original PK31 sofa and chair series, built to the designer’s exact design and materials specifications. This sofa system utilizes the same parts for each size, whether its a 1, 2, 3, 4 or more seated sofa, with the only variant being its size-specific lower crossbar. This unique system allows for the sofa to be an almost infinite length, connecting additional crossbars as needed to make the desired arrangement. This, along with its precise geometry, illustrates Poul Kjærholm’s systematic approach to building the perfect furniture form.

Kjærholm once remarked, “I am trying to express the very language of the materials themselves.” This philosophy is embodied in the PK31 series, with the inherent beauty of the upholstery and steel revealed by juxtaposing their textures, employing precise lines, and embracing minimalism. The Poul Armchair combines elegant luxury with comfort, showcasing Kjærholm’s harmonious blend of industrial and natural materials, firmly positioning the PK31 series within the history of Danish Modernism.

The Archetype Forms Poul Series is our tribute to the original PK31 sofa series. It is available in various configurations, including the PK31-2 Loveseat and the PK31-3 Sofa tributes. Contact us if you need help to configure these or order a larger seating arrangement sofa.

Shop the Poul 1-Seater Armchair, originally designed by Poul Kjærholm, online in Canada and the USA. Bring the history of Danish Modernism into your space.

The Archetype Forms Poul Armchair: One-Seater is a faithful reproduction of the original Poul Kjærholm PK31 Lounge Chair model PK31-1. This item is not manufactured by or affiliated with the original designer(s) and associated parties.

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