Modern Swivel Chair

Buy the best modern swivel chair selected and recommended by interior designers. By Chloe Hughes.

Investing in a comfortable swivel chair is a practical choice for your living room or home office. The swivel mechanism will enable you to easily move to face different directions without having to stand up and reposition your chair or twist your body—an ideal choice for anyone prone to lower back pain. Our experts have selected the best modern swivel chairs around, from contemporary swivel chairs for the office, to cozy swivel chairs for your living room where you can sit back and relax in comfort.

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Modern Swivel Chair

Buying Guide

The most durable materials for modern swivel chairs are stainless steel for the framework, and leather or heavy-duty canvas for the upholstery. These materials will not rust, warp, or fray, so they will be able to stand up to any amount of use (or time in use.)

A great second choice for the frame would be hardwood—and a faux leather or polyester would also work for the upholstery. In addition, if you look out for exposed frames (such as hardwood arm-rests or chair backs), that’s a good sign: those exposed frames have an industrial edge and added durability. They’ll definitely age well and look good for years to come.

When you’re looking for the perfect modern swivel chairs to add to your home, it’ll be best to look for ones that match your existing aesthetic—and are also durable, so they’ll last for years to come. We recommend looking for stainless steel frames and either leather or heavy-duty canvas upholstery.

After that, select a color that will complement other colors in your home. Because these are larger pieces, a neutral (cream, cognac, black, or navy) is likely your best bet!

Yes, modern swivel chairs are safe.

Make sure that you look for high-quality construction and metal (as opposed to plastic) structures that can carry weight well and you should be set for a smooth swiveling experience for years to come.

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An attractive set of 2 chairs for living rooms; beautifully-shaped, comfortable, and stylish. Each chair comes with a quality fabric (lime green, purple) upholstery and neat button-tufting, while standing on a circular flat swivel base.

Leather Swivel Chair

Leather Swivel Chair

Add a comfort, style and beauty to your apartment with the leather swivel chair. It reminds me of the modern type, but it will be awesome with classic accents.

Swivel lounge chairs pair adrian pearsall craft associates

Swivel lounge chairs pair adrian pearsall craft associates

A pair of simple and minimalist swivel lounge chairs. The round bottom is made of lacquered wood while the whole seat is upholstered in a grey fabric. The armchairs are comfortable as their unusual shape will let you dive in them.

Hudson Wide Arm Chair

Hudson Wide Arm Chair

This contemporary styled, elegant and stylish armchair will fit perfectly to a home office or a modern styled living room. Thanks to soft yet durable filing this armchair is a comfortable and functional.

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Beautiful, comfortable and trendy Italian design. This contemporary armchair features a swivel seat. It is based on wooden frame and its sitting space is covered with white leather. Soft seat cushion assures high level of relaxation.

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Swivel Chairs still searching for the one

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A comfortable swivel- combines many functions.It would be best if you could put coffee on it at once. This ultra-modern swedish lounge chair features smooth organic curves. Metal circular base and two distinct colors - black and red.

Roxy swivel chair modern chairs

Roxy swivel chair modern chairs

The grey barrel styled swivel made with a great look that defies the odds. The chrome base designed for durability and made with easy turning motion. This chair looks the best with a contrasting pillow.

Modern swivel chairs

Arne Jacobsen, "Swan" swivel chair, designed for the Royal Hotel for SAS, Copenhagen,1958

Geoffrey harcourt artifort f584 swivel lounge chair

Geoffrey harcourt artifort f584 swivel lounge chair

OMG! How comfy this lounge chair have to be! I love the tufted seat and back with swivel mechanism. Everything is done for enhanced comfort of use.

Pair of paul evans studio custom cube chairs

Pair of paul evans studio custom cube chairs

A pair of original chairs. Their cubic shapes look very interesting. They were designed to provide comfort thanks to their very soft seat cushions and additional backrest and arms cushions. These chairs are also very solid.

Milo baughman thayer coggin leather swivel chairs from a unique

Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Leather Swivel Chairs | From a unique collection of antique and modern swivel chairs at

Modern swivel chairs

Modern swivel armchairs in a style of television studio or up-to-date office. These armchairs have metal bases and plush seats with very comfortable slim-line pillows. Chairs are very spacious, but cosy.

Pair mid century modern swivel chairs

Pair mid century modern swivel chairs

Set of 2 arm chairs upholstered with soft fabric and decorated with floral theme. Perfect as additional place to sit or place for relaxation in living room, bedroom and others interiors according to taste and need.

Modern swivel chairs for living room

Swivel arm chair in modern form. Base is made of metal. It is upholstered with fabric and finished with decorative quilting on the back. Traditional form and contemporary design for living room, bedroom and more.

Agent classic design swivel chair

Agent classic design swivel chair...

Modern swivel armchair

1950s mid century modern swivel lounge chairs by misovintage, $899.00

Modern upholstered armchairs by kmp i wonder if i could

Modern Upholstered Armchairs by KMP- I wonder if I could get any work done in this if it was my office chair

Modern swivel chairs

Superb and modern swivel chair with a low-profile design for easy suitability. The chair sits on four stable legs and comes with a usually sturdy metal frame. You also get a heavily padded design with plum cushions for comfort. The chair is then finished in light brown suede-like upholstery for superb class.

Best Selling  Modern Round Chair, Orange

The modern design of the swivel chair in neon orange design impresses with its details and is well-presented in contemporary interior design. The soft seat with backrest impresses, and the leather upholstery adds a whole character.

Besement dunbar swivel chairs from a unique collection of antique

Set of 2 arm chairs mounted on swivel base made of wood. It is covered with fabric and reinforced with solid seams. Suitable for residential and commercial premises. Classic form and elegant design.

Wonderful set of four mid century kroehler swivel chairs

Wonderful set of four mid century kroehler swivel chairs

With the vibrant lime finish of these swivel chairs' upholstery your interior will instantly gain a boost of charm and freshness, making for a perfect option for all those settings that could use with a little more fun.

Overman Five Prong Base Comet Barrel Chair

Overman Five Prong Base Comet Barrel Chair

Attractive contemporary swivel chair. It has a 5-arm base and a low column of chromed metal and a wooden shell frame. Its seat, gently flared-out arms and back are unified, padded with foam and covered in grey solid-patterned polyester fabric.

Pair ward bennett tufted swivel chairs

Pair ward bennett tufted swivel chairs

These tufted chairs with swivel mechanism are interesting and very comfortable. If you need a new seat for drawing room or bedroom, choose our suggestion.

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