Walter Lounge Chair

The Walter Lounge Chair pairs a slim solid wood frame with a deep upholstered seat and seat back. The arms run forward from the back and drop into legs that curve into long runners at the floor, giving the chair a light, open silhouette with the relaxed, reclined posture of a reading chair. Seen from the side it is all line and very little bulk, which keeps it from crowding a room.

At 27.5" wide and 37.5" deep with an 18" seat height, it is sized for real lounging in hotel lobbies, club rooms and resort lounges. The frame can be specified in American walnut, American white oak, ash or beech, in natural or stained finishes, and the cushions in leather, fabric or COM. It works on its own beside a fireplace or in pairs around a low table, and its warm wood frame sits comfortably alongside wood dining chairs in the same finish.

Design details

• Solid wood frame with an upholstered seat and seat back
• Arms that flow into curved runner-style legs
• Reclined seating position for relaxed lounging
• Open frame that keeps the chair visually light
• Choice of wood species, leathers and fabrics, or COM

Built for commercial use

The Walter is built on a solid wood frame joined with mortise-and-tenon construction and very few bolted connections. It is tested to 400 lbs and tested internally to meet ANSI/BIFMA standards, and its foam and upholstery meet CAL TB 117-2013. The chair ships fully assembled from the factory. It carries a 3-year frame structural warranty and a 1-year finish and upholstery warranty from shipment.

Dimensions

• Width: 27.5"
• Depth: 37.5"
• Height: 37.5"
• Seat Height: 18"

Lounge chairs take more floor than dining seating, so plan for the full 37.5" depth plus a comfortable walkway in front of each chair. Our restaurant seating layout guide covers clearances for lounge groupings.

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.

Leather (Leather Option A): a wide range of standard, deluxe and premium leathers, from neutral ivories, grays and blacks to cognacs, tobaccos and distressed finishes in deep greens, reds and golds.

Fabric (Fabric Option A): a broad library of commercial fabrics and tweeds in neutrals and saturated colors, many rated from 72,000 to 130,000 double rubs. COM is also accepted.

For commercial seating we recommend upholstery rated at 75,000–100,000 double rubs. COM and COL are accepted, and we will give you the yardage. Our upholstery double rubs guide explains the ratings.

Model code: WALT-LC

Where it works

The Walter is specified for lobbies and lounges in hotels and resorts, for country club grill rooms and libraries, and for private clubs and corporate lounges. Browse more in our lounge chairs and sofas 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. 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.