Aspen Arm Chair

The Aspen Arm Chair pairs a warm solid wood frame with a fully upholstered seat and back, then adds a slender metal arm that sweeps from the back down to the seat rail. The result is a dining arm chair that feels tailored and light rather than bulky, with the comfort of a padded back and the presence of an arm chair at the head of the table.

Four gently splayed legs, tied together with side and rear stretchers, give the Aspen a grounded, mid-century stance. The upholstered back wraps slightly around the sitter, and the arms come in black or brushed brass, so the chair can read rustic lodge or polished steakhouse depending on the finish. It coordinates with the Aspen Side Chair and the Aspen Stool with Arms for a consistent look from dining room to bar.

Design details

• Solid wood frame with splayed legs and stretchers for stability
• Fully upholstered seat and gently curved upholstered back
• Slim metal arms in black or brushed brass
• Generous 21" x 16.75" seat
• Coordinating side chair and bar/counter stool versions
• Part of our Alpine Lodge and Steakhouse collections

Built for commercial use

The Aspen is built with mortise-and-tenon wood joinery and very few bolted connections, so it stays tight through years of daily service. It is tested to 400 lbs and tested internally to meet ANSI/BIFMA standards, and the foam and upholstery meet CAL TB 117-2013. The chair ships fully assembled from the factory and carries a 3-year frame structural warranty and a 1-year finish and upholstery warranty from shipment. Like all of our wood seating, it is made to break in over time and develop the patina of heirloom furniture.

Dimensions

• Width: 21"
• Depth: 20.75"
• Height: 31.25"
• Seat Height: 18.25"
• Seat Size: 21" x 16.75"
• Arm Height: 25.75"

Plan about 26" per seat at the table for an arm chair of this width. Check that the 25.75" arm height clears your table apron. Our restaurant seating layout guide covers aisle and table spacing in more detail.

Finishes and upholstery

Wood (Wood Option B): North American ash, European beech, black painted ash (open pore), beechwood with walnut stain, ashwood with light walnut stain, ashwood with dark walnut stain, American white oak and American walnut.

Metal arms: black or brushed brass.

Leather (Leather Option A): a wide range of standard, deluxe and premium leathers, from classic neutrals to distressed and saturated tones.

Faux leather (Faux Leather Option B): standard and deluxe faux leathers in a broad palette of neutrals, browns, greens and blues.

Fabric (Fabric Option A): a large selection of commercial fabrics and tweeds, many rated from 72,000 to 130,000 double rubs.

COM/COL: customer's own material or leather is accepted, and we will provide the yardage.

For commercial seating we recommend upholstery rated 75,000–100,000 double rubs. See our upholstery double rubs guide for more.

Model code: ASPE-AC

Where it works

The Aspen Arm Chair is a natural fit for restaurants, hotel dining rooms, country clubs and private dining rooms. It anchors our Steakhouse Collection and Alpine Lodge Collection, and you can browse more options in our commercial arm chairs category.

Lead times and ordering

Standard production is 14–20 weeks, and most orders can be rushed to 8–10 weeks. Minimum order is typically 4 pieces, and smaller orders are considered on request. Sample chairs are available for sit tests through our sample loan program. Designform Furnishings is a commercial wholesaler: we sell to businesses, designers, purchasing firms and the public for commercial projects, not for residential or personal use. We ship worldwide.

How do I get pricing? Contact your local sales rep or a project manager or administrator in our office and we will quote your list, including freight.