Don Chair with Metal Base

The Don Chair with Metal Base is a modern classic: a molded, fully upholstered shell that curves from a rounded back into wide, enveloping arms, set on four slim polished stainless steel legs. The continuous shell gives it a soft, organic silhouette, while the thin metal legs keep it light and crisp.

The generous shell and padded seat cradle the sitter, making the Don comfortable for long dinners, meetings or lounging. It works as a dining arm chair at larger tables, a host chair in private dining rooms, or a lounge seat in lobbies. It is part of our Alpine Lodge and Lobby & Lounge collections and has a sibling, the Don Chair with Wood Base, for spaces that call for warmer materials. Upholster it in leather, faux leather or fabric.

Design details

• Molded, fully upholstered shell with wraparound arms
• Upholstered seat and seat back
• Four slim polished stainless steel legs
• Soft, organic silhouette
• Also available with a wood base

Built for commercial use

The Don's polished stainless steel base is welded rather than bolted. The chair is tested to 400 lbs and tested internally to meet ANSI/BIFMA standards, and its foam and upholstery meet CAL TB 117-2013. It ships fully assembled from the factory and carries a 3-year frame structural warranty and a 1-year finish and upholstery warranty from shipment.

Dimensions

• Width: 28"
• Depth: 24.5"
• Height: 32"
• Seat Height: 17.5"

At 28" wide, plan about 28–30" per seat at dining tables. Our restaurant seating layout guide covers spacing and clearances.

Finishes and upholstery

Leather (Leather Option A): a wide range of standard, deluxe and premium leathers, from clean neutrals such as onyx, ivory and pewter to cognac, toffee, hunter green and a family of distressed finishes like whiskey, bourbon and hickory.

Faux leather (Faux Leather Option B): standard and deluxe faux leathers in a broad palette, from black, white, tan and grays to vintage greens, caramel, chestnut, rich blues and dusty earth tones.

Fabric (Fabric Option A): an extensive library of commercial fabrics and tweeds in grays, browns, blues, greens, reds and brighter accent colors, with many selections rated from 72,000 to 130,000 double rubs.

COM: customer's own material is accepted (minimums may apply).

For commercial seating we recommend specifying upholstery rated 75,000–100,000 double rubs; our upholstery double rubs guide explains why. COM and COL are welcome, and we will give you the yardage required.

Model code: DONC-AC

Where it works

The Don suits hotel lobbies and restaurants, restaurant private dining rooms, corporate and club conference rooms and country club lounges. Browse more in our arm chairs and upholstered chairs categories and the Lobby & Lounge Collection.

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.