Windsor Chairs Join the Mod Squad
Think Windsor chairs are an Early American relic? These new takes put them squarely in the 21st century
What's more traditional than a Windsor chair? Not much ... except when that chair gets a makeover that gives it a fresh, new attitude. Contemporary interpretations of this centuries-old icon retain the distinctive spindles, splayed legs and graceful lines of their classic cousins — but that's where the similarities end. New profiles, hot paint colors and modern materials carry Windsor style right up to the present.
Each version of the Windsor chair in these spaces stays true to the spirit of the original, but all are uniquely suited to their surroundings. What do you think about these updates? Tell us in the Comments section.
Each version of the Windsor chair in these spaces stays true to the spirit of the original, but all are uniquely suited to their surroundings. What do you think about these updates? Tell us in the Comments section.
This stripped-down space represents a contemporary take on rustic lodge style. The wood-burning stove and Windsor-inspired chairs infuse the space with a hint of countryside spirit, while the neutral palette and minimalist surfaces convey urban cool.
With crisp, smooth planes and pale paint, these chairs have a Scandinavian sensibility. They'd look perfect in a midcentury modern interior, refreshing in a sweet cottage and ultrasleek in a traditional setting.
With exaggerated tapering and a coat of pretty pink paint, a pair of Windsors adds a light touch to an eclectic collection of furniture and art.
Similarly, paint does wonders to teach these chairs new tricks. Dressing each one in a different pastel hue gave them a cheerful and collected air and offset their traditional form.
These barrel-back Windsor chairs must be extra comfortable — I imagine the curved profile feels like a gentle hug.
Windsor Chair
Extra-long legs, juicy bright colors and a minimum of spindles put a contemporary twist on this new-generation Windsor design.
Modern Windsor Accent Chair
This low-slung version, which would be just right for an Asian-inspired space, takes a casual approach.
Hand-Painted Windsor Chair
Together, they're like the prettiest paint deck you can imagine. Mix and match colors or pick one unexpected shade to shock a staid dining area.
Dip Chair
It's two trends in one. This long-legged beauty combines an updated form with a dip-dye paint treatment.
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