Loft bar stools

The loft style as an original direction in interior design requires the selection of special furniture. The design of the room will not do without creative flooring, wall coverings and creatively made accessories.

Features loft style

Among the features of this style, a harmonious combination of old and new stands out. Board floors, brick walls, wooden beams, bare pipes, spiral staircases here are successfully combined with mirror and metal elements, modern equipment.

The loft style is of American origin, in the original the word is translated as “attic”. Decorative decorations are redundant here, simplicity and functionality in furniture, use of space are welcome. It is important to have large windows, the absence of extra walls, partitions. In the color palette, you should choose cold shades of gray, blue, metallic tones.

A characteristic feature of loft-style chairs is the combination of antique elements with modern details. Natural imperfections here serve as decorations: holes, scratches, potholes. Such pieces of furniture, despite their original appearance, are convenient in functional terms and also zone the room.

Materials and decor of loft chairs

At the time of the emergence of the “loft” style, when people mastered industrial premises for housing, it was customary to save on construction, they did not buy new furniture either. Furniture items were made manually from things that can be remade or from cheap raw materials.

Modern manufacturers offer to choose loft chairs from the following materials:

wood - used pallets, stumps, chip sheets, snags. The natural color of the wood is left; for its preservation and decoration, matt and glossy varnishes are used,
glass - used to create backs, seats, acts as decoration, if placed on top of a tree,
metal is a great option to create a solid frame. It uses pipe trimming, fittings, corners, staples, wire, rivets. There are models with different metal designs: black, red, yellow enameled details, silver-plated chrome elements,
textiles - genuine leather, faux leather, ropes, tight jeans are used as upholstery,
stone - material for decorating armrests, other elements,
plastic (acrylic, polycarbonate) - colored and transparent products in the loft style are used to create an emphasis on furniture or the visual effect of freedom in space.

For a room decorated in calm colors, chairs are suitable that do not stand out against the general background of furniture and wall decoration. Vibrant colors: yellow, blue, purple, red will help revive the design of the room, become its decoration. The furniture in the traditional version of this style is made in white, beige, gray and brown tones.

Loft style chairs are decorated with a creative approach: they leave unpainted metal sections, chipped wood, knots, even hollows.

Loft chairs in the interior - models and purpose

A successful room for registration in this style direction is considered a studio apartment with an area of more than 30-40 squares. The ideal option is a spacious “box” without bulky partitions, walls. Only the bedroom is separated by fabric canopies, transparent screens. Chairs in the studio apartment serve not only as a functional place for work or leisure, but also separate the dining room from the kitchen, the workplace from the living room.

dining rooms - are selected under the table, the average height of which varies from 72 to 78 cm. These indicators determine that 40 cm is the optimal distance from the chair to the floor. Soft unusual lining, interesting forms of backs and handles will make the resting place special, standing out against the general background of the room,
bar - the height of the chair under the bar is from 60 to 90 cm. Metal and wood, unusual geometric shapes of the seat are welcome here. Models are found with and without backs, resembling a high stool,
for a desktop, halls - it is better to choose a chair with a curved back or having a slight slope. The presence of soft textile or leather upholstery is welcome. The frame is made of wood or metal,
for children - wood models with soft textile, leather upholstery, without sharp corners are given preference. The optimal height of the product is considered to be 35-40 cm. The chairs will be safe for the child with wide seats and stable legs.

The bases of the chairs are divided into:

legs (from 3 to 5 pieces). Fastening occurs with the help of metal strips, rivets, other fixing elements,
metal structures (from 1 solid to several connected). They are products from pipes, corners. There are different geometric shapes.

Dining, bar and working models are comfortable with both types of bases. Reliable children's models of a stool can be made independently by using a cubic frame made of metal and a wooden seat.

What additional mechanisms can be equipped

More comfortable use of loft chairs is provided by additional mechanisms. Such models are equipped with height adjustment, a rotary element (360 degrees), comfortable footboards. Such additional features will be popular for the working chair, since it is necessary to sit on it for a long time. Children's models with seat height adjustment are convenient for independent use by the child and do not require constant updating with the growth of a small owner. Running boards are needed not only in working chairs, but also in bar ones. Products have considerable height and without additional support it is very difficult to sit on it.

Wheels on the legs make it easier to move the product around the room, but for the baby's chair, clips on the rollers are also needed.

Loft Style Features

Loft style is easily recognizable among all other areas. The reason lies in the presence of characteristic features that are necessarily embodied by designers in the design of the premises.

First of all, the loft style is a large space not divided by partitions

The general concept of style involves the union of all zones

Black and white loft style kitchen

Windows should not be curtained

Loft style was originally born among artists, musicians and other representatives of creative professions. This made certain adjustments to its development. It does not require strictness and strict rules. At registration it is possible to use decorative elements. It is only important that they are consistent with the overall concept of style. The ideal option is a variety of lamps, and you can choose lighting devices of almost any variation.

At registration it is possible to use decorative elements

Bar counter as an element of the loft style

Making a modern loft-style urban apartment is not as easy as it sounds. As a rule, the room is divided into several parts, which is unacceptable for this direction. To recreate the atmosphere as close as possible to a classic New York loft, you will have to consider a redevelopment project. Ideally, get rid of all non-load-bearing walls. So in the apartment there will be free space, which can be filled with appropriate furniture.

Solid wood bar counter

Still, the loft style implies some division into functional zones. In particular, the kitchen can be separated from the rest of the apartment in several ways, the choice of which depends on the preferences of the residents. Designers usually offer four options:

use of the screen,
use of narrow shelving,
the rise of the kitchen on the podium,
bar counter installation.

Loft bar counter

The latter option is most preferred in urban apartments. The bar counter will serve simultaneously as an element of decor and a comfortable dining table. For maximum comfort, this area will need to be filled with high bar stools, which are also selected taking into account the general style of the entire atmosphere of the apartment.

Chairs must match the overall style.

What to look for when buying bar stools

Bar stools successfully complement the interior in the loft style. It is important only to choose the right piece of furniture. When buying, it focuses on several parameters:

height - it can be regulated or constant),
material,
the presence of decorative details,
Colour,
the form.

Designers usually advise you to decide in advance what ideal chairs should look like and only then go shopping. This is the only way to purchase a truly suitable piece of furniture.

Rules for choosing bar stools

Pay attention to the price of the product. Quality bar stools with lifting gear are expensive. An alternative that will help to save the budget from unplanned expenses is high wooden stools without the possibility of adjusting the height.

The best materials for bar stools

Loft style implies the rejection of a variety of decorative details. Therefore, bar stools should be strict and concise. They should go well with masonry, concrete or tile floors, other furniture. Designers believe that the best solution is to choose chairs from materials such as:

Wooden bar stools

Organically fits into the interior a combination of several materials. For example, the frame of the bar stool will be made of chromed metal or the same material coated with black paint, and its seat will be made of durable matte plastic in white and black. This option is considered universal and is suitable both for a loft-style kitchen and for decorating a living room area.

Creative bar stools

Optimal shape of chairs

The shape of the bar stool is another important point that you should pay attention to when buying. First of all, you should decide what the residents need - stools without elaborate details or classic chairs with backs. In this case, the height of the backs can vary from the minimum barely covering the lower back of the person sitting on it to the highest possible.

The height of the backs can be different

Another possible element of chairs is the armrests. They can be solid and repeat the material of the frame or have upholstery made of artificial or genuine leather or dense textile.

A stool is the simplest variation of a bar stool, but imagination can also be shown here. You can choose a stool on classic straight legs with no frills. This option is universal for the loft style. For those who are interested in small parts, manufacturers offer more complex devices with crossed beams or curved semicircular structures. Both options perfectly complement the interior of the apartment in the loft style.

Simple bar stools

The classic bar stools on gas lift racks should be treated with caution. Such options will fit into a modern style or hi-tech. Loft requires several other options. The use of such chairs is possible if their design is made of artificially aged metal, and their seats are not covered with leather, but are made of wood of natural color.

Bar stool Secret De Maison BILL

The loft style is characterized by round seat chairs, and in square. Seat shapes are selected based on the general concept of direction. If almost all the objects of the room have right angles and clear lines, then bar stools are best to choose a square shape. The bar counter in this case should also have the form of an elongated rectangle without smoothed corners.

Square bar stools

Color solutions for chairs

A characteristic feature of the loft is a restrained color scheme. It should not distract attention from decoration details and interior items. Bright colors are not used even in small accessories. This rule is also relevant when choosing dining groups, as well as bar counters with chairs. Ideal color solutions will be:

Loft style apartment

Various variations of these primary colors are allowed. A combination of several colors based on contrast is welcome. In addition, the coating can be either matte or chrome plated. Adding details with a metallic sheen is one of the few acceptable ways to diversify the interior without sacrificing style.

Bar counter loft

The loft style in the apartment will look harmonious and complete if all pieces of furniture are fully consistent with this trend and combined with the interior decoration of the room. Classic dining groups, which are a massive table with chairs, are often inappropriate. They are exchanged for bar counters, which perform the function of dividing the living room and kitchen areas. This counter is complemented by bar stools corresponding to the loft style.

Reasons for popularity

As designers believe, many like them because of their compactness and practicality. This is especially true in kitchens with a small area, where there is always a shortage of space. They have an unusual, sometimes very bizarre design, which means they can serve as interior decoration.

Bar stools are chosen because of their compactness and not overall dimensions

Bar stools in the interior of the kitchen

In a successful combination with the counter is considered a relatively new, modern version of the design of the kitchens. Perfect for small rooms, because the dimensions are quite compact.

In more spacious rooms, they act as a stylish addition, decoration, if you want. They can very easily break the kitchen into zones - for cooking and for receiving it.

Can be used for division into zones

General characteristics

Tall models are often bought to equip kitchen islands. Which serve as a place, for example, for a quick snack or pastime with a cup of aromatic tea or coffee.

The bar stool differs from the usual one in that it has a larger height. As a rule, the elevation from the floor level is 60-70 cm. Kitchen furniture, in addition to the attractiveness of design, should give its owners a comfortable and cozy stay.

Custom chairs bring a stylish touch to the interior.

Therefore, designers complement their models:

soft seats
comfortable armrests
backs of different heights and widths.

High back for comfort

You can install them not only in the kitchen, but also in the living room, if it is equipped with a counter.

Advantages and disadvantages

Most of the positive aspects I have already mentioned, it remains to make some additions:

The size. They can be medium high and very high.
Appearance. Successfully fits into the overall picture of the design of the room. And it doesn’t matter which style is chosen.
Convenience. Equipped with special footrests, this provides a person with additional comfort, and the chair - respectability to design.
Quality. Few complain about the quality of these designs. They are made from modern, durable and reliable materials.
Sustainability. When designing a model, developers bring convenience to rest to the forefront, and quality to the material.
Durability and reliability. Very reliable, serve quite a long time. Do not rot (unless you keep them all the time on the street).
Design. It is difficult to say something definitely, and even more so to choose.

In the style of minimalism, when the general style is clearly emphasized

The assortment of bar stools is so large that any buyer can get confused and confused, and very easy.

Deficiencies are also present, although they are few:

Cost. It always costs more than usual.
Age. It is very difficult for them to climb the elderly and children.
Material. If it is poor-quality or fake, then they will not be able to serve as long as the seller promises.

These chairs are always more expensive than usual

The choice must be approached very carefully and carefully. I advise you to buy on those trading floors that you trust. Then there will be no problems.

Varieties

There are a lot of differences in appearance of this type of chair:

form (design),
modification,
configuration,
height,
material,
Colour,
filling.

In shape and height can be very diverse.

True, each of them is affected to a varying degree by all these parameters. For convenience, consider a detailed guide between all existing models.

With back

By and large, this is an ordinary stool, only with high legs and the presence of a back. Some species can be equipped with a lumbar back. Then the height increases by about 32 cm. They are convenient and comfortable, however, they are not designed for prolonged sitting - the back will tire very quickly.

Option for a kitchen with a back

Standard

Regular design and shape with a back. They can often be found in a cafe or bar. Sitting may not always be soft, most often semi-rigid or completely hard.

Standard options that can be found everywhere

Half chair

It should be chosen for permanent use. It is characterized as very comfortable, reliable and durable. It has a back about 35 cm high. It can be equipped with armrests, a soft seat. They are more expensive than all his previous competitors.

Classic half-chair

In shape

Until recently, all the chairs in this segment had a traditional round seat. Today's range is complemented by:

square
oval
rectangular
non-standard.

Loft style - a modern approach to design

The same goes for the back. They are made:

Very relevant for small kitchens

On high legs

This parameter does not have a single constant. Usually the height is selected under the bar. Here, the emphasis when choosing should be made to the height (distance) between the countertop and the seat. Standardly this should be about 30 cm.

The height of the chairs is selected under the bar

For kitchens with a large usable area, the height of the bar can be increased. Most often it is equal to 100-115 cm. Chairs to it should have a height of at least 90-95 cm.

There are folding bar stools. In such models, the height is adjustable for each specific case. They are worth buying if the kitchen has a dining table and a breakfast bar.

The form must be selected based on your tastes and interior

One leg

The birthplace of this model is America. There they used his showrooms in Texas. The model is considered reliable, durable, strong. Deservedly passed all the tests of time. If you like this design, then buying it, pay attention to the basis. Ideally, it should be, in comparison with the seat, the same size. Sustainability will depend on this.

Reliable and durable model

Two legs

Models with two legs - a modern design transformation of a traditional bar stool. Often used in high-tech style design.

This model cannot be called sustainable, so I do not recommend buying it in a family where children or elderly people live.

In the overall picture of the style look decent.

Not very stable and comfortable models

Three legs

Also, like the previous ones, they cannot boast of a high degree of stability. But having the correct shape and location of the supports (legs) are considered better.

Before choosing, especially before buying, I recommend checking the bar stool in practice. Sit on it, sit, turn around. If you do not feel the imbalance, you can safely take it. At the slightest imbalance, discard this model.

It’s important to test it first

Four legs

The most reliable, stable and durable. Fits well in the interior. And any of the styles. Have a wide variety of colors. I will not recommend anything here. Everyone has the right to choose what is more like, to which the soul and heart lie more.

Mini bar counter with standard chairs

Custom foot shapes

Such finished models are rarely sold. Usually they are ordered in person. But this must also be done not just as they say "from the lantern." Before drawing up a design, think over the form, make sure that it will not interfere with your operation. It will firmly, firmly stand on the floor. Protruding parts and elements, if present, will not touch your legs while sitting on a chair.

Unusual and non-standard options for the kitchen

From wood

Solid wood is often used in furniture manufacturing. It is characterized by excellent indicators of strength, durability. Always pleasant to the touch and in appearance. Safe for health, as they do not emit harmful compounds. Wooden bar stools like no other are suitable for the style of Country or Provence. Look great in a Loft or Classic.

Antique chairs made of real wood

From metal

This material, undoubtedly, is considered the most reliable, strong, wear-resistant, durable. There are models of pure metal and combined. Metal bar stools are usually equipped with height controls, have a swing mechanism. There are more modern models with advanced functionality - collapsible.

The most reliable and durable and metal

A metal chair with leather upholstery is the best choice for Retro. I advise you to buy chrome-plated models for high-tech high-tech.

Forged bar stools

This model has its own peculiarity - universality. They should be bought very carefully. Form, design is selected individually for each style. The decoration here is forged ornaments, the ends of the legs can be equipped with a soft insert.

With forged details for sophisticated lovers

Made of plastic

They are considered budgetary. Made of high quality material. There is no limit to the variety of shapes and colors. Unpretentious to care, serve for a long time, look stylish (especially transparent models). Suitable for designing modern trends in the field of design.

A little red for calm and slow natures

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Types of structures

Brands offer bar stools with or without backs, equipped with several legs or only one.

There are spinning options, complemented by armrests, having an adjustable length, as well as:

Options without a back. They are good for their compactness, as well as the fact that they are easy to move from place to place.
Chairs with armrests are comfortable when sitting on them during a full meal.

Four-legged products are most resistant: they are difficult to drop.
For a small kitchen, folding models are suitable, which can be removed if necessary. To protect the flooring, use legs with soft linings.

Handmade lovers can make chairs on their own. So, it will be possible to realize any design ideas by fully selecting the materials used, and correlate them with other interior items.

Those who prefer to buy a ready-made version can turn to collections of European brands, for example, Ikea.

Seat height

This parameter directly depends on the size of the table or bar. The difference between the level of the countertop and the seat should not exceed 30 cm. In particular, for a rack with a height of 1 m, a chair about 70 cm is chosen. An important criterion is the set of people who will sit at the table. The owner of the apartment should be comfortable, the furniture should not be too high or too low. A universal solution will be a chair with an adjustable seat: so everyone can customize it for themselves.

Who is it for?

Stylish furniture in the direction of the loft is most often chosen:

Representatives of the creative industry. Designers, artists, musicians, journalists are people who are engaged in creativity and who seek to surround themselves with beautiful things that serve as an expression of their inner self. In addition, the layout in the loft style is practical, allowing you to distribute the room into multifunctional zones, because the bar stool is suitable not only for eating, but also for work.
Free space owners. High ceilings and windows, unprocessed walls, a large area - these are characteristic features of the style that allow you to fully realize design ideas. Bar stools fit perfectly into such an interior.
Residents of small apartments. It is worth noting that bar stools are indispensable not only in large rooms, but also in a miniature kitchen, where every centimeter is appreciated. Such models take up little space, and also look stylish and modern, talking about the great taste of the owner.

The bar stool, which was originally associated purely with entertainment venues (clubs, night cafes), has become a full-fledged part of urban housing. Tall models are suitable for arranging a kitchen in a studio apartment, where it is necessary to arrange the available free space as efficiently as possible. These furnishings are suitable for daytime relaxation, when you want to have a cup of coffee while reading your favorite book, and for a full meal.

They will also become irreplaceable for party lovers who often receive guests in their home.

Design

The appearance of the product directly depends on how it will look in the interior. There are solid colored chairs, as well as models decorated with patterns or contrasting inserts. Variants of strict geometric shapes will fit into a minimalist interior, and interior items curved at unusual angles will add a touch of futurism to the room.

How to choose?

The selection of chairs depends on many criteria. First of all, the models differ in manufacturer and price. Do not chase the low cost and choose little-known Chinese brands: in this case, the furniture will have a short life and will quickly fail. Product quality depends on the materials used and the technologies used.

When buying bar stools in the loft style, they take into account the material from which they are made, the reliability of the design and, of course, the design.

Examples in the interior

A variety of design allows you to choose chairs for any interior. Models differ in the materials used, colors, textures and shape. Products selected in contrast to the table look conceptually and directly. White leather upholstered chairs with round padded seats complete the glass and black painted wood counter. The backs, in which through holes in the form of a rectangle or another figure are located, look original.

Solid dark chairs with a strict geometric shape are an expression of minimalism. So that the individual elements of the model do not merge with each other, the upholstery and the frame differ by half. In particular, the fabric or skin may be slightly lighter, have a shine or a tint. Between the legs are the crossbars on which you can put your legs. Such bar stools can be correlated with other interior items so that the dining area is made in the same style.

A metal frame is a practical solution for creating furniture. The pliable material allows you to create legs of any shape: concave inward or rounded. A complement to this basis will be a wooden back and seat. Despite their rigidity, the bar stool is comfortable due to the ergonomic design. The lower part of the legs is flattened to maintain the stability of the models. In addition, you can choose a rack with a tabletop made of natural stone.