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The Brno Armchair: Flat Bar was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1930 for the dining room of the Tugendhat House in Brno, Czech Republic. Featuring a cantilevered flat steel frame, it provides subtle flexibility and support while eliminating the need for rear legs, maintaining strength and comfort.
Designed in collaboration with Lilly Reich, this chair is a versatile choice for dining, hospitality, office, and conference spaces.
Shown in Black Aniline Leather on Brushed Stainless Steel.
The Archetype Forms Brno Armchair: Flat Bar is a faithful reproduction of the original Mies van der Rohe Brno Flat Bar Chair, Model 255.
The images shown are for illustrative purposes. Actual finishes, patterns, and details may vary slightly due to the nature of materials used and quality refinements. Colors and textures may appear differently across devices and screen settings.
Upholstery
Black | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm$1,200.00 USD
Material Details
This refined semi-aniline Italian hide features authentic grain patterns with natural variations that add artisanal character. Light pigmentation creates a subtle half-matte finish with gentle top finish, while light finish-buffing enhances the fine, soft grain for a supple hand feel.
ORIGIN: European | Italy
TAN: Chrome
GRAIN TYPE: Full-Grain
HAND: Fine, Soft Touch
THICKNESS: 1.1–1.3 mm
DYE: Aniline Dyed Through
FINISH: Semi-aniline, Light Buff, Natural Grain
SURFACE: Light Pigment, Half-Matte, Slight Top Finish
DIGITAL SWATCH: 2.5" wide
Material Details
High-grade 304 stainless steel with directional brushed finish that creates fine linear texture and a matte aesthetic. Self-healing oxide layer provides built-in corrosion resistance and exceptional durability with added fingerprint resistance.
BASE | MATERIAL: 304 Stainless Steel (18-20% chromium, 8-10.5% nickel)
FINISH: Brushed
APPEARANCE: Matte with directional grain, warm and understated
CARE: Low; simple cleaning; fingerprint-resistant
Leather
Black | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
White | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Papiro | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Terracotta | Aniline Leather 1.3 mm
Sabbia | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Tangeri | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Ceruleo | Aniline Leather 1.5 mm
Carminio | Aniline Leather 1.4 mm
Sueded Leather | Nubuck
Black | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.8 mm
Rich Sierra | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.4 mm
Marsala | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.4 mm
Vermiglio | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.8 mm
Velvet
Obsidian Black | Woven Velvet
Moon | Etched & Knitted Velvet
Cerise | Heavyweight Woven Velvet
Chenille
Midnight Weave | Chenille Micro Boucle
Woven Fabric
Wheat | Plain Weave
Valentino | Structured Woven
Chalk | Heavyweight Structured Woven
Brushed | Stainless Steel
Polished | Stainless Steel
Mirror Chrome Plating
White | Powder Coat
Black | Powder Coat
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Product Information
Product Details
Brno Armchair Flat Bar
The Brno Armchair: Flat Bar was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1930 for the master bedroom of the Tugendhat House in Brno, Czech Republic. The Tugendhat House stands as a significant milestone in modern architecture, known for its open-plan design, use of industrial materials like steel and glass, and integration of interior and exterior spaces. Collaborating with Lilly Reich, Mies designed the chair to align with the home’s minimalist aesthetic.
The Brno Chair’s cantilevered flat steel frame reflects Mies’s philosophy of "eliminating the superfluous," achieving structural integrity and comfort without the need for rear legs. The design relies on the tensile properties of steel to provide subtle flexibility and support. The upholstered seat and backrest add to its functionality while maintaining the clean, modern silhouette that defines its design.
The Flat Bar version of the Brno Armchair was later refined for the Four Seasons Restaurant in New York’s Seagram Building, another of Mies’s significant architectural projects. The adaptation demonstrated the chair’s versatility in complementing different interiors while maintaining its timeless design.
Architectural historian Peter Blake notes that Mies’s work consistently reduced designs to their most essential elements, from skyscrapers to dining chairs. The Brno Armchair: Flat Bar remains a staple of modern design and is highly regarded for its versatility in dining, hospitality, visitor, office, and conference settings.
Shop the Brno Armchair: Flat Bar, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe, online in Canada and the USA. Bring the history of Bauhaus Design and International Style into your space.
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe 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.
Construction
Upholstery: Custom Premium Hide or Fabric Selection from Archetype Forms
Structure: Bent Steel in Polished or Brushed Stainless Steel, or Other Premium Option from Archetype Forms
Seat Frame: Inner Hardwood
Padding: Variable-Density Foam
Suspension: Cantilever
Archetype Forms reserves the right to make any changes it deems appropriate to the products at any time and without notice. For specific materials, finishes and coatings, and dimensions associated with each individual product, please contact us.
Reproduction
The Archetype Forms Brno Armchair: Flat Bar is a faithful reproduction of the original Mies van der Rohe Brno Flat Bar Chair, Model 255. This item is not manufactured by or affiliated with the original designer(s) and associated parties.
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe 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.
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