1. What Is Modern Style？
Modern style is a simple yet elegant design style.
Modernism originated in the 1920s, emerging after the Art Deco movement. As the Industrial Revolution accelerated mass-production and market demand grew rapidly, companies needed fresh design ideas to promote competitiveness.
This led to the rise of modernist design, which could be efficiently produced at scale. Advancements in technology also introduced new materials and techniques, such as steel, glass, and welding — that formed the foundation of modern aesthetics.
In 1896, the architect Louis Sullivan proposed “form ever follows function”. This modern idea developed in the late 19th and early 20th century in architecture and still has stronghold in the profession and discipline. This statement essentially become the mantra of Modernism.
3 defining elements of modern interior design:
- Function first, with a strong focus on practicality. It avoids unnecessary decoration, favors open floor plan, and prevents visual clutter.
- Modern style in favor of a monochromatic, neutral color palette. White, beige, gray, black, and pastel tones.
- Materials such as stainless steel, glass, marble, and wood veneers.
2. What Is a Modern Chair?
A modern chair embraces a clean and simple aesthetic. It mainly includes the following features:
Minimalist Silhouette
A modern chair avoids unnecessary curves and complicated design details, emphasizing clean lines and geometric shapes to create a neat and streamlined appearance. It follows the “less is more” design language and prioritizes functionality.
Neutral color palette
Materials Such as Wood, Metal, and Leather
Open and Airy Feel
Raised legs and open spaces beneath furniture make rooms feel larger and more breathable — a hallmark of modern furniture design.
3. How to Choose the Right Modern Accent Chair
Purpose of Use
Reading or relaxation
Choose a modern accent chair that can support your body well, when you sit on the chair you can begin a new day or rest after a long day.
For extra seating in the living room
If the chair needs to be moved flexibly within the space, opt for a lightweight modern chair.
Comfort Is the Key Factor
No matter which modern-style chair you choose, it must meet the following questions:
Is it truly comfortable?
Is the structure solid?
Do you enjoy sitting in it?
If the answer to any of these questions is “no,” it’s worth continuing to search the right modern accent chair.
4. Use a Modern Chair from grado to Create a Focal Point in Your Living Room
Modern accent chairs with their straight lines and different finishes, bring a light look and elegant texture to the living room.
Omelette Lounge Chair — A Modern Leather Chair
Drawing inspiration from Sullivan’s principle of “form follows function,” the Omelette Lounge Chair embodies this modern design philosophy and becomes a product that expresses grado’s brand values.
The combination of a metal frame and upholstery makes the Omelette Lounge Chair a modern leather chair favored by most people.
This modern leather chair looks like a sculpture due to its X-shaped legs and high-quality Napa leather. It looks like it would fit into an gallery, it also looks good in modern living room, office and hotel.
Greene Recliner — A Modern Recliner Chair
This modern recliner chair has become one of grado’s rising star products in 2025, all social media platforms are subject to countless inquiries and receive widespread popularity. Its sleek stain steel legs paired with clean upholstery, along with solid-wood accents on the armrests, feature the signature elements of mid-century modern chairs popular in the 20th century. With no redundant decoration, it aligns perfectly with the aesthetics of modern-style furniture.
Fika Lounge Chair — A Modern Fabric Accent Chair
The appearance of the modern accent chair can be represented by a few lines, and its light only 12.4kg.
Stain Steel frame, an adjustable saddle leather backrest, and a soft fabric seat, it retains a sleek, modern minimalist aesthetic while adding depth through the contrast of multiple materials.
Conclusion
Modern chairs use the simplest forms to add depth, warmth, and character to a room.
