His first appearance was very well received by designers and manufacturers. Since its first appearance, it has been regarded as a design classic and icon. The unusual design, the curved steel frame and the overall aesthetic look set a standard for other designers. Why is there this fascination with a chair that was designed almost […]
It proved to be a success. Although many architects and furniture designers of the Bauhaus era were anxious to provide the common man with well-designed houses and impeccably crafted furniture, the Barcelona chair was an exception. It was designed for the Spanish royal family to oversee the exhibition’s opening ceremonies and was described by Time […]
Written by the Decomica Design Team — updated June 2026. Are Barcelona chairs still made? Yes — very much so. The licensed version is still produced by Knoll, and quality replicas are made by specialists worldwide. Here’s who makes them today and what a genuine, well-made Barcelona chair is actually made of. Yes — still […]
Written by the Decomica Design Team — updated June 2026. Is the Barcelona chair comfortable for everyday use? For the right uses — reading, lounging, conversation, an office accent — yes. For all-day desk work or napping, it isn’t designed for that. Here’s an honest look at how it performs day to day and how […]
Written by the Decomica Design Team — updated June 2026. Based on a decade of sourcing and pricing Barcelona chairs and replicas for the European market. How much does a Barcelona chair cost? It depends entirely on whether you buy the licensed original or a replica. A licensed Knoll Barcelona chair runs €4,000–€6,000+, a high-quality […]
After the Second World War, the USA was completely different than in Europe.. While one continent focused on rebuilding, the US sought innovation and creativity in everything from furniture to cars, from fashion to architecture.. The timing of the DCM was therefore literally “perfect.”. The special Eames chair was made from materials that were sourced […]
Written by the Decomica Design Team — updated June 2026. We’ve spent a decade sourcing and quality-testing Eames Lounge reproductions for the European market, and we’re upfront about what’s a licensed original and what’s a replica. How much is the Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair? In 2026, the genuine licensed Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair […]
At first glance, they seem like nothing more than a series of numbers and useless content. But they’re a really useful tool for narrowing down the age of the piece. They were generally used on seashells and deckchairs, but can also be found on pieces of plywood. Matching veneer — The wood grain on each […]
Written by the Decomica Design Team — updated June 2026. This article draws on the original 1956 design specification and our direct experience with both the Vitra original and the replicas we sell. Yes, Eames Lounge Chairs recline — but not in the way most people mean. The recline is fixed at approximately 15 degrees […]
Written by the Decomica Design Team — updated June 2026. Prices correct as of June 2026; original prices are approximate and subject to change. A genuine Eames Lounge Chair costs €5,000–7,000+ in Europe (Vitra licence). A high-quality replica costs €700–1,400. The difference in price is real. The difference in the physical experience of sitting in […]
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