Occasional Chairs
An occasional chair is the piece that finishes a room. Ours start at £329 and cover everything from a compact tub chair for a bedroom corner to a wide fabric armchair that works as a second seat beside the sofa. Because they are bought one at a time rather than as a set, an occasional chair is also the easiest way to add colour or texture to a room without replacing anything else.
The range covers several distinct styles. Curved accent chairs such as the Gunnar and the Alden bring a softer shape into a room dominated by straight lines. Tub chairs like the Julian Bowen Hugo take up very little floor space, which suits a landing, a bedroom or a home office. Traditional fabric armchairs such as the Hubbard and the Hazel give full support for longer sitting, and the Julian Bowen Elliot, Gramercy and Rohe sit between the two.
Fabrics run from hard-wearing weaves in neutral greys and blacks through to velvet in teal, yellow and other colours, and several models are available in a choice of finishes so you can match an existing scheme. Consider how the chair will actually be used before choosing: velvet looks striking in a room that gets light use, while a tighter woven fabric copes better with a family living room.
Measure the space before ordering, particularly for curved and winged designs, which take up more width than their seat suggests. If you are working out a full living room layout, our sofas and sideboards are worth browsing alongside, and our guide to living room furniture ideas covers how the pieces work together.
Every occasional chair comes with free delivery to UK mainland addresses and our price match promise. If you would like help choosing between two similar chairs, or need dimensions confirming, please get in touch with our team.
- Julian Bowen Monza Compact Retro Chair - Choose Your ColourSpecial Price £329.00 Regular Price £479.95
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- Julian Bowen Helena Rise & Recline Chair - Choose Your ColourSpecial Price £449.00 Regular Price £649.95
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- Julian Bowen Bowline Chenille Swivel Chair - Choose Your ColourSpecial Price £299.00 Regular Price £429.95
- Julian Bowen Ivy Chenille Upholstered Armchair - Choose Your ColourSpecial Price £229.00 Regular Price £329.95
- Julian Bowen Lunetta Chenille Armless Accent Chair - Choose Your ColourSpecial Price £229.00 Regular Price £329.95
- Julian Bowen Saxon Faux Leather Lounge Chair - Choose Your ColourSpecial Price £199.00 Regular Price £289.95
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- Karter Velvet Channel Tufted Accent Chair - Choose Your ColourSpecial Price £159.00 Regular Price £229.95
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Occasional Chairs FAQs
What Is an Occasional Chair?
An occasional chair is a single chair bought for a specific spot rather than as part of a matching suite, used for extra seating, for reading, or simply to fill a corner. It is usually smaller than a sofa seat and is chosen as much for how it looks as for how often it is sat in.
What Is the Difference Between an Armchair and an Accent Chair?
An armchair is built for comfort over longer periods, with a deeper seat and full arm support. An accent chair is chosen mainly for its shape or colour and tends to be smaller and more upright. Both appear in this range, so the right choice depends on whether the chair will be sat in daily or mostly seen.
Where Should I Put an Occasional Chair?
The most common places are beside a sofa in the living room, in a bedroom corner, on a landing, or in a home office. Compact tub chairs suit tight corners, while wider armchairs need clear space to either side. Measure the full width of the chair rather than the seat, as curved and winged designs are broader than they appear.
Are Velvet Chairs Practical?
Velvet suits rooms with light to moderate use and is best kept out of direct sunlight, which fades the pile over time. For a busy family living room, a tighter woven fabric will wear better. Both are available in this range, so choose based on the room rather than the look alone.
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