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MR Chaise Lounge: Adjustable Lounge Chair

MR Chaise Lounge: Adjustable Lounge Chair

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Upholstery: Papiro | Aniline Leather
Frame: White | Powder Coat

The MR Adjustable Chaise Lounge was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927 as part of the MR Collection, one of his earliest explorations of tubular steel furniture.

Influenced by Marcel Breuer’s innovations and 19th-century iron rocking chairs, the MR Chaise combines a seamless tubular steel frame with an adjustable hook-and-knob mechanism for customizable comfort. Its channel-quilted mattress and strap support balances elegance and functionality.

Shown in Papiro Aniline Leather on White Powder Coat Steel.

The MR Chaise Lounge: Adjustable Lounge Chair is a faithful reproduction of the original Mies van der Rohe MR Adjustable Chaise Lounge, model 242LC.

Distinguishing Features

Designer

Mies van der Rohe

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.

Dimensions

Width: 64.8 cm
Height: 90.15 cm
Depth: 178.45 cm

Construction

Upholstery: Custom Premium Hide or Fabric Selection from Archetype Forms

Structure: 2-Piece Tubular Steel Frame in Polished Chrome or Other Premium Treated, Painted or Powder-Coated Option from Archetype Forms

Support: Custom Natural Belting Hide or Other Premium Selection from Archetype Forms

Padding: High-Density Polyurethane Foam

Height & Angle Adjustment: Hook and Knob

Fastening: Aluminum Snaps

Glides: Plastic

Product Details

MR Chaise Lounge Adjustable Lounge Chair

Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927, the MR Adjustable Chaise Lounge is a key piece in the MR Collection, showcasing Mies’s early experimentation with tubular steel and cantilevered forms. Drawing inspiration from Marcel Breuer’s pioneering work with tubular steel and the curved forms of 19th-century iron rocking chairs, Mies developed the series merging industrial materials with timeless design.

The MR Adjustable Chaise Lounge features a seamless tubular steel frame and an innovative hook-and-knob adjustment system, allowing the height and angle to be customized for comfort. Its channel-quilted mattress is sewn in seamed sections and supported by straps. The chaise embodies Mies’s principle of “less is more,” focusing on simplicity and essential function.

The MR Chaise Lounge's iconic design has made numerous appearances in popular culture, featured in films such as Batman v Superman, Justice League, Crazy, Stupid, Love, and Widows. Its profile and functional versatility have ensured its enduring appeal as both a statement piece and a functional lounger.

Shop the MR Chaise Lounge: Adjustable Lounge Chair, 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.

Also available in the cantilever MR Chaise Lounge: Fixed version.

Reproduction

The Archetype Forms MR Chaise Lounge: Adjustable Lounge Chair is a faithful reproduction of the original Mies van der Rohe MR Adjustable Chaise Lounge, model 242LC. This item is not manufactured by or affiliated with the original designer(s) and associated parties.

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Distinguishing Features

Designer

Mies van der Rohe

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.

Dimensions

Width: 64.8 cm
Height: 90.15 cm
Depth: 178.45 cm

Construction

Upholstery: Custom Premium Hide or Fabric Selection from Archetype Forms

Structure: 2-Piece Tubular Steel Frame in Polished Chrome or Other Premium Treated, Painted or Powder-Coated Option from Archetype Forms

Support: Custom Natural Belting Hide or Other Premium Selection from Archetype Forms

Padding: High-Density Polyurethane Foam

Height & Angle Adjustment: Hook and Knob

Fastening: Aluminum Snaps

Glides: Plastic

Product Details

MR Chaise Lounge Adjustable Lounge Chair

Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927, the MR Adjustable Chaise Lounge is a key piece in the MR Collection, showcasing Mies’s early experimentation with tubular steel and cantilevered forms. Drawing inspiration from Marcel Breuer’s pioneering work with tubular steel and the curved forms of 19th-century iron rocking chairs, Mies developed the series merging industrial materials with timeless design.

The MR Adjustable Chaise Lounge features a seamless tubular steel frame and an innovative hook-and-knob adjustment system, allowing the height and angle to be customized for comfort. Its channel-quilted mattress is sewn in seamed sections and supported by straps. The chaise embodies Mies’s principle of “less is more,” focusing on simplicity and essential function.

The MR Chaise Lounge's iconic design has made numerous appearances in popular culture, featured in films such as Batman v Superman, Justice League, Crazy, Stupid, Love, and Widows. Its profile and functional versatility have ensured its enduring appeal as both a statement piece and a functional lounger.

Shop the MR Chaise Lounge: Adjustable Lounge Chair, 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.

Also available in the cantilever MR Chaise Lounge: Fixed version.

Reproduction

The Archetype Forms MR Chaise Lounge: Adjustable Lounge Chair is a faithful reproduction of the original Mies van der Rohe MR Adjustable Chaise Lounge, model 242LC. This item is not manufactured by or affiliated with the original designer(s) and associated parties.

Hommage À Mies van der Rohe

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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