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Woodworking · July 2021

Modern Mahogany Lounge Chair

Eames-Inspired Design with a Contemporary Twist

Close-up of the mahogany lounge chair's woven parachute cord seat and frame joinery
Completed
July 2021
Species
African Mahogany
Board thickness
2 3/4"

This handcrafted solid mahogany lounge chair is a modern reinterpretation of Charles Eames’ iconic furniture designs, blending classic craftsmanship with innovative materials.

Every part of this chair is constructed with precise mortise and tenon joinery, using solid mahogany tenons for unmatched strength and durability.

What sets this chair apart is the woven parachute cord seat and back, designed for both comfort and resilience. The exterior-grade parachord creates a striking visual contrast against the warm, rich tones of the mahogany while offering a flexible and supportive seating experience. The sleek, angled frame and sculpted armrests add to the chair’s modern yet timeless aesthetic.

Balancing form and function, this piece is a bold statement in craftsmanship, celebrating the artistry of woodworking while embracing contemporary materials for a truly unique seating experience.

In the shop

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  • Mahogany boards being milled and measured on the workbench for the chair
  • Marking dimension lines on a mahogany board for the chair's frame
  • Cutting mahogany chair parts to length
  • Mahogany mortise and tenon leg and seat frame pieces cut and laid out on the workbench
  • Mahogany chair frame pieces dry-fit before glue-up
  • Assembled mahogany chair frame, before the parachute cord seat was woven, standing in the garage

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