Pairs of Chairs
Small Space Gallery

Just a little bit of symmetry can help to simplify a congested small space. In China, pairs of objects are said to bring harmony and wholeness to a home. We think there might be something to the idea.

Unlike larger pieces (sofas or beds, for instance) a set of armchairs can be easily moved around when you need to refresh your space. Set across from one another or facing a sofa, they also create space for conversation when guests stop by.

We sifted through images from past Small Cool contestants for good examples of chairs in pairs. Click through the links to see more of each space.

FIRST ROW
• 1 Vinh's Home Soul
• 2 Jenny and Clove's LAish Pad
• 3 Bernard's Light & Bright Home
• 4 Tony and Hilary's 3 in 1 Studio
• 5 Janet's Peaceful Modern

SECOND ROW
• 6 Hosien's Contemporary Chic
• 7 Emile's Customized Rental
• 8 Claudia's Calm and White
• 9 Lucas' Stylish Studio
• 10 Andrew's Vintage Character

Comments (4)

Pairs of chairs are iconic - in modern as well as traditional interiors - it says you are different but equal guests. It is mans first interior design move towards equality since the evolution of gathering around the fire pit. - Ecomanta.com

And you can't forget Morgan's living room over at The Brick House. Her leather butterfly chairs are perfectly yummy!

Anyone know where to find that great white bookcase thats in the picture that is the 3rd from the left on the bottom?? So pretty. I like double chairs and am trying to figure out how to work a pair in to my living room. Porbalem is I have 4 doorways opening to the LR and a firplace and a window.

The ancient art of feng shui suggests pairs for the Love & Relationship area of any room or space. Ideally, the objects should be intimately placed and not separated widely so that they symbolize a solid, close relationship. Symmetry is equal to balance and balance is good feng shui. I love the neutral rug in the first photo btw...