7 Best Accent Chairs for Small Spaces
Updated: Mar. 02, 2023If you live in a small home, these stylish, functional and — most importantly — compact chairs could be just what you're looking for.
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Best Armchair: Andover Mills Ronald Armchair
The popular Andover Mills Ronald Armchair has a classic, compact design that you can easily incorporate into any room in your home without taking up too much space. The chair is just 28 inches wide and 30 inches deep, and it’s available in more than a dozen colors to match any decor.
Best Value: BELLEZE Modern Club Chair
Not only does the BELLEZE Modern Club Chair come in several fun prints, but this small armchair is an unbeatable value, costing just $100. The piece is just under 27 inches wide and 24 inches deep, making it significantly smaller than standard armchairs, yet its deep seat and foam cushion make it comfortable for relaxing.
Best Accent Chair: Dhurrie Petite Accent Chair
You can make a big statement in a small space with the Dhurrie Petite Accent Chair, which has a compact armless design and bold color scheme. It stands 26 inches wide and 30 inches deep, and it has sleek tapered wooden legs for a modern appearance. The chair is covered with a teal velvet upholstery fabric that’s inspired by traditional Turkish rugs. It’s sure to become the focal point of any room.
Best Chair with Ottoman: George Oliver Joetta Armchair and Ottoman
You’ll be able to kick up your feet with the George Oliver Joetta Armchair and Ottoman set, which includes two modern pieces. This set comes in four colors and has tapered legs for a contemporary appearance. When arranged together, it requires only 28-1/2-in. front to back, allowing you to place them in any small living space.
Best Recliner: JUMMICO Fabric Recliner Chair
Many recliners are bulky and oversized, but the JUMMICO Fabric Recliner Chair is surprisingly compact, measuring just over 20 inches wide. The manual recliner comes in five colors. When fully reclined it measures about 62 inches deep. As a bonus, the chair is equipped with massage functionality.
Best Leather: Dexter Leather Arm Chair
The elegant mid-century appearance of the Dexter Leather Arm Chair will add sophistication to any home. The chair is just under 24 inches wide and 25 inches deep, featuring solid wood legs with a comfortable curved shell silhouette. Plus, this chair is covered with genuine top-grain leather that comes in a dozen colors. You can request swatches.
Best Desk Chair: Article Svelti
Even the smallest space can be an office thanks to the Article Svelti chair, which is just 24 inches wide. The 1950s-inspired polypropylene seat is mounted on five quirky legs with casters. It comes in five trendy colors, including aloe green (shown) and dusty pink.