Le Club Armchair — A Modern Ode to the Timeless Club Chair
Some furniture pieces carry stories — not just in their materials, but in the emotions they’ve held over decades. The club chair is one of those icons. It has lived through eras, witnessed quiet evenings, and offered comfort long before “interior design” became a modern profession.
Imagine Paris in the early 1900s. A dimly lit gentlemen’s club, soft cigar smoke drifting through the air, and at the heart of it all, a new kind of armchair — rounded, deeply cushioned, inviting. At a time when furniture in Europe and beyond was still rigid and ornamental, this fauteuil confortable felt like rebellion. It invited people to relax, linger, speak freely.
It wasn’t just furniture; it was the beginning of a new relationship with comfort.
Honouring the Past, Designed for Today
Fast-forward a century, to a world that moves faster — whether in Johor Bahru, Singapore, or anywhere design is evolving. Clients today look for pieces that elevate their homes, renovation projects, or design-and-build concepts with a balance of luxury and practicality.
This is where Poliform’s Le Club Armchair enters the story.
Created by French designer Jean-Marie Massaud, Le Club is not a replica of the old club chair — it’s a conversation with it. Massaud studied the silhouette, the history, and the emotional essence of the original, then reimagined it through the lens of contemporary architecture and modern interior design principles.
The result?
A chair that feels timeless but looks unmistakably current — perfect for today’s refined homes in Johor Bahru, minimalist apartments, boutique offices, and bespoke renovation projects across Johor.
Light, Sculptural, Effortlessly Modern
Where classic club chairs once appeared heavy and grounded, Le Club lifts the form into something fluid and elegant. The steel structure is discreet yet strong, the moulded polyurethane keeps every curve precise, and the upholstery fits like a tailored suit.
From every angle, Le Club looks seamless — more like a sculpture than a seat. It has the artistic presence designers love and the functionality clients need.
For interior designers in Johor Bahru and homeowners embarking on renovation or design-and-build projects, this balance of beauty and comfort is exactly what makes Le Club a standout choice.
Comfort That Speaks to the Soul
Sit down, and something familiar happens.
You’re held — gently, naturally, unmistakably.
That distinctive club-chair comfort returns, reinterpreted with modern ergonomics. It encourages you to pause, breathe, and enjoy a quiet moment — whether in a luxury living room, a reading corner, or a thoughtfully curated architecture-driven space.
It’s minimalist without being cold, elegant without being loud — the kind of piece that satisfies both aesthetic and practical design needs.
A Chair That Belongs Everywhere
Place it in a penthouse framed by marble and steel — it elevates the room.
Place it in a coastal home with sun-washed neutrals — it softens the space.
Place it alone in a lobby or reading corner — it becomes a sculpture with purpose.
Le Club carries the rare ability to speak softly yet leave a strong impression.
A Legacy, Continued
What makes Le Club truly remarkable is how it bridges eras. It honours the nostalgic charm of the original club chair while embracing the innovations of today’s design world — innovations seen in thoughtful renovation work, architectural precision, and the increasing demand for refined living in Johor Bahru.
Good design evolves.
It listens to history, then shapes the future.
And in a world that rarely slows down, the Le Club Armchair gives us permission to pause — to enjoy comfort crafted with intention, shaped by heritage, and made for the modern life we live today.
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