Archetype Forms Lobby Chair

History and Design Significance:

Originally designed by Charles & Ray Eames in 1960, the Time-Life Lobby Chair was created for the executive lobby of the Time & Life Building in New York City. Conceived as part of a special commission, the chair offers a compact and upright adaptation of the Charles & Ray Eames Lounge Chair for settings like boardrooms, lobbies, and desks.

The structure features three individually upholstered cushions supported by aluminum side frames, a pneumatic height adjustment, tilt mechanism, and swivelling castors. By combining plush padding with precise engineering, the chair provides firm support while maintaining a sense of luxury.

The Lobby Chair has become a symbol of executive comfort with Charles & Ray Eames' original design included in collections of several museums, including the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York.

Key Features:

Historical Significance: Faithful reproduction of Charles & Ray Eames’ Time-Life Lobby Chair Model ES 104, originally commissioned in 1960.

Compact Comfort: A more upright and space-efficient adaptation of the Eames Lounge Chair, designed for professional environments.

Ergonomic Support: Cushioned seat and backrest for extended use, with tilt functionality and pneumatic height adjustment.

Premium Construction: Durable aluminum frame with high-density padded cushions for long-lasting quality.

Customization Options: Available in various upholstery materials and finishes to suit diverse interiors.

Mobility: Castors provide smooth movement and flexibility within office settings.

Shop the Archetype Forms Lobby Chair, a faithful reproduction of the original Charles & Ray Eames Time-Life Lobby Chair Model ES 104, online in Canada and the USA.

Charles and Ray Eames were American designers who revolutionized 20th-century furniture, industrial design, and architecture. They began their collaborative career in 1941 after meeting at the Cranbrook Academy of Art. The Eames are known for their innovation with new materials and technologies in furniture design. Their iconic works include the Moulded Plywood series (1946), the classic Lounge Chair (1956), and the Aluminum Group and Soft Pad series office chairs (1958). The Eames' designs emphasize ergonomics, versatility, and innovation, earning them a permanent place in major museums and archive collections worldwide.

Upholstery: Custom selection from Archetype Forms, with premium leather, suede, or fabric options.

Cushion & Armrest Padding: High-density polyurethane foam for lasting comfort.

Frame: Die-cast aluminum in chrome, polished, matte, or powder-coated custom finishes.

Upholstery: Custom Mesh Selection from Archetype Forms; also available in leather or fabric upholstery

Frame: Die-Cast Aluminum in Chrome, Finished, or Powder-Coated Custom Selection from Archetype Forms

Seat Mechanism:

• Adjustable Backward Tilt, Lockable
• Tilt Tension Adjustment
• Pneumatic Continuous Seat Height Adjustment

Base: Five-star Swivel in Die-Cast Aluminum, Available in Chrome, Polished, Matte, or Powder-Coated Custom Finishes

Base Options:

• Glides Model: Hard Feet for Carpet; Optional Felt for Hard Floors
• Castors Model: Hard wheels for Carpet; Optional Soft for Hard Floors