Why Tubular Furniture Is About to Take Over Your Insta Feed

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Published Feb 24, 2020

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When you think of tubular furniture, you probably think of those old, retro-futuristic chairs of the 1970s—like the cylindrical armchairs you imagine your grandparents owning. Thankfully, though, the current crop of tubular recruits takes this trend head-on and gives it new life, with luxe fabrics, metallic accents and bold, fun colors.

With modern furniture coming back in vogue, it only makes sense that this style, marked by its chunky shapes, cylindrical pillows and out-there silhouettes, would find its way into the fold. This type of furniture is perfect for homes that need a few statement pieces to brighten them up, but it’s also great for maximalists, since the style incorporates a bunch of trends that are still popular today, such as Lucite and modular furniture.

Whether you’re looking for an everyday staple or something that’ll wow whoever walks into the room, there’s an option at every price point. Just take a look.

tubular furniture grace serpentine three piece sectional

Anthropologie

1. Grace Serpentine Three-piece Sectional

The graceful, snakelike silhouette of this sectional allows for a chic take on the tubular trend, with the metal legs adding a touch of glam.

Buy It (Starting at $5,598)

tubular furniture orleans upholstered bench

CB2

2. Orleans Upholstered Bench

The rich ivory color of this bench only adds to its versatility, allowing for plush seating in the entryway, living room or even bedroom (if you have the square footage for it, of course).

Buy It ($569)

Kelly Wearstler

3. Ardent Bench

Clean lines and chunky pillows give this bench a modern look. A black curved frame shifts your focus from the rose-colored cushions to the shape of the seat itself. It’s a seat that doubles as art.

Buy It (Starting at $8,265)

tubular furniture herkimer swivel lounge chair

wayfair

4. Herkimer Swivel Lounge Chair

If you use your kitchen as a place for friends to gather, consider investing in these fun swivel chairs instead of a traditional option: The metal base allows for complete support, while the foam-filled seat ensures the chair is comfortable enough to lounge in all morning.

Buy It ($325)

Coming Soon New York

5. Madda Chair

Powder-coated legs, a supportive back and foam-wrapped arms give this chair a sunny boho vibe—ideal for any room that needs a little pop of personality. And just because it looks pretty doesn’t mean it isn’t exceptionally comfortable: The heavy cushioning makes sure of that.

Buy It ($3,500)

Scout Design Studio

6. Gibbs Bench

Curved Lucite edges let you try the tubular trend without going too deep into it. The colors are neutral, the arches are simple and it’s small enough to squeeze in absolutely anywhere.

Buy It ($450)

tubular furniture sven cascadia blue chair

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7. Sven Cascadia Blue Chair

This large lounge chair is perfect for cozy nights reading by the fire (or OK, the warm glow of your TV). Melt into its velvet pillows and let the sturdy wooden frame support you through the evening.

Buy It ($799)

tubular furniture piper petite velvet sofa

Urban Outfitters

8. Piper Petite Velvet Sofa

Velvet upholstery softens the rigid lines of this sofa. Plus, the removable chunky pillows let you customize its look to suit your style (or desired degree of cushiness).

Buy It ($1,029)

tubular furniture charade capsule daybed

Jonathan Adler

9. Charade Capsule Daybed

If you think you don’t need a daybed, this one might change your mind: The brass cone legs, dreamy blue velvet upholstery and sculptural pillows will look stunning in any corner of your home.

Buy It ($2,450)

Rove Concepts

10. Ox Chair

OK, this bold look isn’t for everyone, but it instantly livens up even the most basic spaces. The surrealist-inspired piece with its oversized winged headrest reminds you not to take decor (or life!) too seriously.

Buy It ($949)

Nikhita Mahtani

Freelance Writer

Nikhita Mahtani is a freelance food, home and wellness journalist based in NYC. She has been writing about everything from viral wellness trends to trendy homes since she graduated from NYU with a Master's in Journalism in 2014. She's done everything from finding the coolest new products for MyDomaine and Bon Appétit to conducting cool interviews with experts for GQ, InStyle and Good Housekeeping. When she's not cooking up a storm in her kitchen and trying out the best new appliances, she's drinking glasses of wine and working out (although not in that order—that would be concerning).

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