How to Choose an Accent Chair with Haus of Cruze

The accent chair is the latest ‘it’ piece of furniture, and it’s no surprise to see why. Versatile and on-trend, these seats are the perfect way to add style, focus, and colour to any room — as well as some extra seats for family and friends.

When selecting additional seating, it's important it complements the overall aesthetic of your home. However, with so many options, picking the right accent chair can be tricky. Mid-century or coastal? A bright splash of colour or a bold design? Velvet, boucle, or timber?

Don’t worry — expert advice is on hand. We asked design aficionados Az and Jaime from Haus of Cruze how they selected the perfect piece of accent seating from the new Lounge Lovers range.

Highlight your own style

The key with any accent chair? Ensure that it fits with the overall look and feel of your home, says Haus of Cruze. Your accent chair should bring that something extra — whether it’s a dash of personality or a pop of colour.

“It's made to accentuate your home (hence the name accent) so think of it as a cherry on top of your ice cream bowl of style. The Chloe Swivel Accent Chair we chose is made with boucle fabric in Ivory, which also accentuates the neutral earthy Scandinavian vibe of our home aesthetic.”

Before you head in-store, take time to observe the different fabrics, shades, and textures of your existing furniture. Then, pick your accent chair to match.

If you have a penchant for retro chic, a luxurious velvet chair like the Linda would look right at home in your space. On the flipside, if your home exudes coastal charm, a white wooden armchair like the Newport Accent Chair might be more up your alley.

Made to work: Looking for an accent chair that’s stylish in almost all settings? The Aspen Black Frame Accent Chair fits the bill with its sophisticated frame and plush padded seat.

Find the perfect position for your perch

A well-designed home begins with considered pieces that make the most use of the floor plan on hand. When you’re picking out your accent chair, the duo at Haus of Cruze says where you place the chair is equally as important as what the chair looks like.

“Think about spatial awareness. Extra seating is not made to block space, but be moved around and ensure your focus is still on the feature style.”

Consider the room where you’re going to house your accent chair, and how people naturally use the space. Accent chairs in the dining room should be placed in a way that allows family and guests to be able to walk around comfortably. Meanwhile, extra seats in the living room might be better placed facing each other to invite natural conversation.

Make sure to measure the height and size of other pieces in the room as well. The last thing you want is to choose a chair that towers over the others or that overshadows other pieces.

A slice of Cuba: The Cuba Leather Armchair is a versatile accent chair that works well in a variety of homes. Opt for the chair in Nude if you have timber or leather furniture; or make a bold statement with a combination of Black and Natural.

Combine form and function

It’s tempting to pick an accent chair that puts style first and function second — but resist the urge, says Haus of Cruze.

Each accent chair is designed to fulfil a different purpose. For example, if you’re using it in your bedroom to create a cosy reading corner, then comfort and lounge-ability should be at the top of your list. However, if you need extra seats in the dining area, a compact and manoeuvrable design may be the best solution.

“Practicality is king. Seating and the placement of seating are different based on every household and their seating needs. Ensure your accent pieces provide extra seating in spaces where guests are loitering or areas where your family want to face each other to socialise.”

Maya-oh-my: With its generous seating space and rattan frame, the Maya Accent Chair elevates any bedroom or living room with its natural good looks.

Test it out!

It’s one thing to shop for an accent chair online. It’s another to see it in person, sit on it, and experience it for yourself. If you can, test out any potential accent chairs before committing to one in your home.

That’s precisely what Az and Jaime did when selecting an occasional chair for their home. The pair tried out a selection of accent chairs from our new range before settling on the Chloe Swivel Accent Chair in Boucle Ivory.

“We’ve opted for a swivel chair for its practicality and aesthetic. Being able to swivel around to face the sofa when we have guests or face the TV with ease is such a great design feature.”

Can’t make it into a showroom? Create your own Lounge Lovers moodboard to see how potential accent chairs work with the rest of your style.

Searching for the perfect accent chair? Shop our range now.