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Prime Minister David Cameron with Hugh Grant

The iconic Midland Hotel totally refurbished its French restaurant and Living Ventures had a parallel aim to get a star for their all new ‘Manchester House’!

What a laudable and honourable thing it is to quest for recognition for the charming, warm and ambient city that is Manchester. Both Living Ventures & The Midland have bough chesterfield sofas from our factory and we watched with avid interest and support (for both) from the comfort of our luxury leather sofas.

We often see TV programmes these days telling us about the ‘powerhouse’ that is the South East. The fact that LONDON leads the way in every calling. But cities like Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol, Edinburgh and primarily Manchester have worked and striven to be 21^st century cosmopolitan cities. The fantastic efforts that have been made by councils, and surely mean that some recognition should be forthcoming. Hey even the BBC have come here to live! We don’t need a Michelin Star but we sure deserve one! If Michelin don’t get that…. then may be it’s they who are out of step with the times.

Our chesterfields can be seem in the Midland Suite that was used by Prime Minister – David Cameron during the Tory Conference. He needed something special to sit on during his long meetings!

Prime Minister David Cameron chatting with Hugh Grant on the Wellesley sofa in The Midland Hotel.

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Kate Middleton, our stylish Princess!

We have proudly named this stunning sofa after our Princess, Kate Middleton, the Dutchess of Cambridge.

The Middleton sofa is an elegant, timeless beauty of classic proportions. Designed to be slim, luxurious, versatile and eye-catching this sofa suite is pleasant on the eye and will compliment any traditional or modern residence. People often admire the Middleton’s sleek lines, strong curves and ageless good looks.

The photo of the chesterfield sofa is shown in Deluxe Old Saddle Teak. It is also available in a wide range of different leathers and it can also me made in fabric by request.

For the finishing touches, we offer solid wooden feet on our Chesterfield sofas that come in mahogany colour. We can also offer a natural, coloured, yew or oak finish if required. These give an authentic visual finish to the base of your furniture.

A prime example of British manufacturing at its best!

World wide delivery, for more information go to http://www.chesterfieldlounge.co.uk/delivery/

To request a sample of this leather or for more information on your furniture needs please contact us at [email protected]

Chesterfield and Beyond

The Chesterfield sofa conjures images of formally attired gentlemen sequestered in a dark paneled study, sipping brandy and smoking cigars. Throughout history the Chesterfield sofa has come to represent many things to different people. The Victorian era saw the Chesterfield as the key piece in living rooms, where gentlemen relaxed while their wives sat in chairs crafting needlepoint. Since the 19th century, it has been linked with Freudian psychoanalysis, as Sigmund Freud originally used a sofa during his hypnosis sessions with patients. Flash forward two centuries and find yourself seated in a sumptuous red leather Chesterfield in a dark corner of a local coffeehouse or wine bar.
Throughout the years, Chesterfield sofas have graced the palaces of royalty, prominent business offices, hotels, restaurants, gentleman’s clubs and luxurious private homes. Today the Chesterfield is synonymous with elegance and class in interiors all over the world, of every architectural and decorating style. Regardless of what it represents to many, the Chesterfield steadfastly remains the sofa that embodies the perfect blend of comfort and sophistication.
The Chesterfield sofa, however, has a somewhat uncertain history. This icon of the furniture world is widely thought to have been commissioned by, and consequently named in honor of, the fourth Earl of Chesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, in the 18th century. Aside from being a much-admired politician and writer, the suave Earl was a known trendsetter. When the Earl requested a cabinetmaker to construct a piece of furniture that would allow a gentleman to sit upright in the utmost of comfort, thus was the inception of the Chesterfield sofa with its characteristic deep buttoned upholstery, rolled arms, equal back and arm height and nail head trim. There has never been any solid confirmation of this noble beginning.

These days Chesterfield sofas are everywhere, mixed with modern or traditional furnishings, covered in leather or the union jack, lets just call it like it is… Chesterfield’s are once again trendy. The Lytham Sofa from Lee Jofa is a nod to the Chesterfield with its deep button back but it’s been streamlined for todays living. The striking thing about this piece is the use of curves to define its overall shape. First there is the curve from the middle out to each end. Then there is the gentle slope of the back rest as it flows down into the
arms, certainly a departure from the even height of the back and arm of the Chesterfield. The arms of the sofa embrace curvature thereby supporting the overall design theme.

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The photo of the chesterfield sofa is shown in Vintage Antique Green leather. To request a sample of this leather or for more information on your furniture needs please contact us at [email protected]

Chesterfield tub chair

Bruce tub chair

Elegant and tall with simple yet sleek detailing. The Bruce chesterfield tub chair comes with beautifully crafted wooden legs and stands firm and proud for all to see.

Built on a solid foundation of glued, screwed and dowelled hard-wood frames, using the highest quality leathers. All of our leathers are hand selected, carefully matched and individually cut hides cutomised to make your furniture.

The Bruce chesterfield tub chair measures ‘width 81cm x depth 73cm x height 79cm’

The Bruce model is also available in a 2 seater chesterfield sofa, which measures ‘width 153cm x depth 73cm x height 79cm’. This simple yet adroit seat of learning is an ideal chair or sofa to attend to serious thinking and philosophical contemplation. A ‘real’ pleasure to sit on.

The photo of the chesterfield tub chair is shown in Deluxe Old English Saddle Buckle which can be bought direclty from us here at Chesterfield Lounge at only £995.

The Bruce chesterfield tub chair is also available in Vingtage antique leathers in a wide range of colours, which we hand coloured finish once upholstered on the frames of the furniture.

We offer solid wooden feet on our all Chesterfield sofas and chairs that come in mahogany colour as standard. We can also offer a natural, coloured, yew or oak finish if required. These give an authentic visual finish to the base of your furniture.

The Bruce chesterfield tub chair is individually hand studded with antiqued studs as standard. Where applicable, we stud all of our chesterfield furniture, with individual nails, one by one. This method lasts longer and provides a more elegant finish to the piece. Our standard studs are finished in a gun metal Antique brown, as shown in the photo. You can however request Nickel silver or Brass and an alternative.

The Bruce chesterfield tub chair is tightly upholstered with a fixed high quality foam seat cushion.

All our furniture is custom made to order in England

For more information please contact us at [email protected], we would be more than happy to assist you with your furniture needs.

The Royal chesterfield sofa in fabric

This sofa utilises the flared arms once again but this time incorporates a fixed flat seat. It is raised slightly and placed on lovely short legs which add a certain dimension and accentuate the seating arrangement.

Sumptuous and grand arms flow around the back of the sofa giving it once again that unmistakeable feel and appearance. An extraordinary appearance. Elegant and tall with simple yet sleek detailing. The Royal chesterfield sofa and chair comes with beautifully crafted wooden legs and stands firm and proud for all to see.

Photo of 3 seater Royal chesterfield sofa shown in Scriva Plum fabric costs £2455 and can be delivered world wide.

Hand Selected, carefully matched and individually cut hides or in Deluxe Scriva Plum fabric.
Solid Hardwood frame glued & dowelled
Hardwood bun feet stained in mahogany as standard: optional natural, dark oak or yew
Individually cross-tied sprung seat and back.
Quality fibre seat as standard: optional foam, feather & foam or buttoned seat.
Individually hand studded antiqued studs as standard: optional nickled or brassed.
Plain front border as standard: optional single or double buttoned.
Made in England

The chesterfield sofa is available in many leather and fabric colours. For more information contact us at Chesterfield Lounge by telephone on 0044 161 818 2480 or by email at [email protected]

Living Room Inspiration, Too Good to Pass Up

Now that we have the star of the show, I have enjoyed playing around with a mood board for inspiration for the living room that works around our new chesterfield sofa.

These mood boards are just that – inspiration. Besides the sofa and a couple of kudo horns from here in South Africa, we don’t own anything else shown on the board. So don’t be surprised if the final result isn’t an exact match.

You may have noticed that I am drawn towards decorating with blues, greens, and grays – and somehow a Michelle Armas painting seems to find it’s way in to every mood board so far. Seriously, that woman is talented! I thought this painting was a great choice for color inspiration but, sadly, it looks like it is no longer available.

Half of the living room with be torn down in the midst of our renovation but we do plan to update the fireplace and built-ins with a few DIY projects. Our list includes:

To – Do:
Scrape popcorn ceilings
Install new hardwood flooring
Paint (or stain) brick fireplace (more on this later!)
Build wooden shelves for built-ins and remove glass front doors.
Repaint walls, ceiling, built-ins, trim and doors
Replace ceiling fan
Replace mantel
Bring in art, curtains, etc.

I love the way this room is heading but I’m a little stumped on what to do with our tall brick fireplace. I’m getting my thoughts together and will be asking for your advice soon!

Too Good to Pass Up

Y’all! We bought a sofa this weekend! Sight unseen, never sat on, clear across the world but we I just fell in love over a computer screen!

chesterfield sofa

I wasn’t even considering a sofa like this for our living room. I have always loved chesterfields (even more after admiring my friend, Jenn’s, new addition!) but never thought I could afford one or be lucky enough to run across one. But this past week, I found a Craigslist ad for this sexy, tufted, extra large, sofa that has now changed all of my plans! It’s in brand new condition, rarely used, and (in my opinion) will only get better with age!

I know finding a great deal on Craigslist is nothing new, but Texarkana’s Craigslist NEVER has anything good! So when I saw this Pottery Barn Grand Chesterfield Sofa pop up for almost half price, I had to act quick!! Our lovely Aunt Nancy went to scope it out, did all the negotiating for us and he’ll even be waiting for us in our living room when we get home (thanks again, Nancy)! I’m so in love and can’t wait to see this piece in person! Here is some inspiration photos of some sexy chesterfields strutting their stuff!

chesterfield sofa in brown leather

chesterfield sofa

My brain is filled with ideas for our living room mood board that now includes this sofa! Check back soon to see how he fits in!

Tell me about your Craigslist surprises! Anyone have a chesterfield they love? Or bought a couch before without seeing or sitting on it?

Written by Laura Orr

Via Laura Orr Interiors

View a wide range of chesterfield sofas and armchairs , custom made to order in England at Chesterfield Lounge. Contact us at [email protected]

Charlie chaise chesterfield sofa

The Charlie chesterfield chaise sofa

The Charlie is a testimonial to all that is stylish, iconic Hispanic and curvy in buttoned backed sofas. It exudes charm at every angle, poise and elegance at every corner and truly sits with an air of classical beauty.

This sofa could adorn many a stateroom, be an iconic centrepiece in a lounge or grace any large boudoir with it’s lovely carved shape and sweeping lines. It has two beautifully shaped rolling arms which are placed at different heights and they are joined together with a flat buttoned back that sits upright, strong and true. Truly a classic from Chesterfield Lounge.

The 4 seat chaise sofa is 290cm wide and the 3 seater is 245cm. This model is available in many different types of leather and fabrics.

The photo shows the Charlie 3 seater sofa in Deluxe Midnight Black Suede.

The Cheslea flagship model

Chelsea chesterfield sofa

The Chelsea chesterfield sofa is one of the most stunning examples of a modern contemporary styled sofa using all of the virtues, heritage and consistency of the Chesterfield mixed with a new sophisticated and free styling idiom of the modern age. This gorgeous sofa incorporates sleek elegance, brash beauty and modern no nonsense class with it’s flared arms, plain front border and choice of cushion seats. The Chelsea is a truly exquisite sofa from Chesterfield Lounge. Having wider flared arms means that this beauty offers generous curves along the back and arms giving a rounded curved effect to the sofa. It sits very comfortably and can be bespoken to your own requirements.

Similar in styling to the Alexander chesterfield sofa, the Chelsea’s main difference is a more generous seating depth. The seating is made to an extra depth of 100cm giving a deep relaxed and comfortable seat, which especially suits taller and larger people. Leather piping wins here against the usual studding but this can be altered and added to if you so desire.

Samuel chesterfield chair

The large 4 seater is 249cm wide, the 3 seater is 232cm wide and the chair is 102cm wide. We also have a smaller occasi

onal chair called the Samuel that complements the the style of this model. The

Samuel chesterfield chair is much narrower and compact, measuring 74cm wide, 82cm deep and 90cm high. Both the Cheslea sofa and the Samuel chair are shown in the photo in Devil Arabica Deluxe Leather and look stunning together. These models are also available in many different leather and fabric colours.

Chesterfield Lounge can Tailor make this model (or any of our models) you’re your personal measurement and requirement to fit your roomset.

The Chelsea is meticulously constructed using hardwood frames screwed, glued and dowelled. Both seat platform and inside back are supported by metal serpentine springs. Pocket sprung seats and fibre filled cushions complete the outstanding specification. This model is truly magnificent.

Chesterfield Lounge offers a first class World Wide delivery service. Contact us to request a leather sample free of charge.

Great Tips on Ordering a Chesterfield Sofa

There is nothing like a Chesterfield sofa when it comes to adding style and elegance to your home. It’s a traditional, classic design. It can be an eye-catching piece of furniture in your room or it can simply blend in with the rest of your furnishings. For most homes, though, leather Chesterfield sofas are the highlight of the room. These are stunning pieces of furniture with excellent craftsmanship and design.

When choosing between the many styles of leather Chesterfield sofas, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, there is a tremendous selection of leather available for these sofas. You aren’t just limited to browns and blacks. Leather Chesterfield sofas can be found in virtually every shade in the rainbow. In addition, you may want to consider a leather patchwork sofa. These are becoming very popular nowadays and can really add something special to your home.

Second, you will have to wait about a month and a half to get your leather Chesterfield sofa. However, this is certainly a process you don’t want to rush. The workmanship that goes into bespoke furniture is truly amazing, but it does take some time. There are some shops that can finish your sofa faster if you so desire, but sometimes, it’s better just to wait. Keep this time frame in mind when you place your order.

The size of the leather Chesterfield sofa is also something you should consider. The most popular sizes are two and three seaters; however, when you have your sofa custom made, the sky is really the limit. In terms of pricing, you will find that these types of sofas are about the same as high quality leather sofas that you would find in your neighbourhood furniture store. The best thing is that you won’t be seeing your sofa in someone else’s home. It’s your unique personality and inspiration that goes into your new leather Chesterfield sofa.

Finally, if you are having problems deciding exactly what you want your new leather Chesterfield sofa to look like, you can talk with the designers at the bespoke Chesterfield Lounge shop. They will be able to answer all of your questions and give you some guidance, if you need it. Don’t be afraid to use their experience and knowledge. They want their customers satisfied so they will tell others about the gorgeous leather Chesterfield sofas they created! There’s no better marketing than a recommendation from a previous customer!

British Chesterfield roomset

Leather Chesterfield sofa can add so much to a home in terms of your own personality and style. You choose the fabric, the size, and the style and for less than you might think, you’ll have a beautiful addition to your home’s decor.

Contact Chesterfield Lounge for any more information or sales enquiries.

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Merry Christmas – chesterfield armchair

merry xmas — chesterfield armchair and footstool in brown leather

Log fire burning, Christmas tree sparkling, presents stacked, the smell of warm cooking in the air and a glass of port in hand… Where better to be than sitting in a rich soft leather Chesterfield armchair, soaking up the Christmas songs and warming your feet by the fire. There is nowhere more warm and comfortable to be this Christmas Eve, I bet Father Christmas is jealous!

Too Good to Pass Up

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