Lucite Ghost Chairs

8 years ago

Do you think this trend is over?
Great for dressing room chair but dining room I'm a bit unsure.
Thinking about using them in an install for a dining room but wondering if they have longevity.

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benburnett

8 years ago

It depends on your thoughts on the design. If you think it fashionable then yes it will fade in your mind. If you believe it to be stylish piece then it will be timeless. Philippe Starck is not known for doing designs that age badly. Most things he did in the 90's are very much still used, and regarded to high acclaim. I personally think it's timeless tho popular and currently still trending. I'd imagine something used in its place would over time be changed and replaced, where this could still fill the role very strongly. Coco Chanel (Known for her beautiful interior decorating) boils it down well, "Fashions fade, only style remains the same."

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Akiva Projects Ltd
8 years ago
Hello,

It is up to you how can you see it, timeless or no. It is a classical piece and I could see it used as a dining chair and actually many people does that.

Let your home reflect your personal taste and style! Besides I've seen many interiors where the most chair was used as a dining chair, I very much like the style too.

StJames Design Interiors
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Openplan Design
8 years ago
there are certain designs that will stand the test of time, purely because they are iconic, Once it has been listed as such, it will remain timeless. I prefer the Panton Chair personally which is also one of these iconic pieces.
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
8 years ago
Hello MsJacqueline, Personally I don't think the idea of what is in fashion should dictate what is liked... I think if you love them still (if you already have them that is) then there are ways of feeling love for your furnishings, even if you have had them for years.. New backdrop..walls.. new placement.. etc etc

For a dining room I would use those at the head of the table only and then mix with a non armchair style.. or mixed chair.. They are gr8 on a dark background too .. : ))
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MsJacqueline
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8 years ago
Thanks for the feedback.

I definetly agree that "Fashions fade, only style remains the same." Your absolutley all righ twith regards to using something you love regardless of whether its a trend or not.

@AJ Interior Styling Ltd If I do settle on using this style I will be using the image i attached as the chairs for the head and the armless for the other seats.
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
8 years ago
Hello MsJacqueline.. A good idea.. I think that will be nice.. : ))
Nicole Sanford
8 years ago
Go for it. I have 6 Kartell 'Ghost' chairs around my dining table (which is zebrano type wood) and they not only look great but are extremely comfy - even after the longest laziest lunches! My tip would be to mix up the colours of the chairs to avoid a somewhat severe look.
silyab53
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
To AJ & Ms J - the top chair in AJ's contribution is very similar to an amazing Cat Chair I'm considering buying! Do you have a cat Ms J? Designer chairs for felines, whatever next!
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
8 years ago
Hello silyab53, hahaa love it.. do you mean the Mr Impossible? Yes well the feline cannot shred that one... it's impossible! :) ) ... Mine would agree as I have 4 of them.. ! : ))
silyab53
8 years ago
@AJ Interior Styling. Think that's the one, FAB name if it is. The similar cat version is the somewhat more reasonably priced 'Retro Pet Nest' on Zooplus (£79). It's amazing, in clear or grey, and I've also recently bought 2 cosy nests which are wall mounted and 2 floor hammocks.

My friend - Emily Hiller - does 'knotting' and has just made 2 garden swing chairs. She did all the flagship and main 'Top Shop' windows amongst others and they are amazing. I'm going to get her to do a 'curtain' for one of my rooms. She's just been asked to do a hotel on the Maldives. Her work is breathtaking, bespoke and original, so do take a look.
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
8 years ago
Hello silyab53, Just had a quick squint at your friends site.. Emily H. Love the sculptural clothing! Yes I do love interesting and unusual designs and I am highly selective... : ))
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MsJacqueline
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8 years ago
Just looked at the 'Retro Pet Nest' on Zooplus makes me wish I had a cat. Its very chic!
silyab53
8 years ago
@ MsJ And much cheaper than the grown up version. I can help you out with a couple of Burmese puss cats as need, due to ill health, to re-home some of my 8. Sad but to the right person it would be the best thing to do.
silyab53
8 years ago
@ AJ - only way to be! I, too am very particular and love the unusual and, sometimes, somewhat off the wall.
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
8 years ago
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Hello silyab, I do hope you can re-home the cats... I have one otherwise I would offer... Mine is very attached to me and so I could not introduce another.. : ))
stabmonkey
8 years ago
ikea do a nice transparent chair

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