Occasional Chairs

An occasional chair earns its name honestly — it's the one you reach for when you want to read, talk, or simply sit somewhere that isn't the sofa. Ours are chosen as much for how they look empty as how they feel occupied.

From sculptural timber accent chairs to soft, enveloping armchairs in linen, bouclé and velvet, this is a curated edit of occasional and accent chairs for living rooms, bedrooms and reading corners across Australia.
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An occasional chair does a quiet, specific job: it gives a room somewhere else to sit. A reading corner, the end of a bed, the spot by the window that catches afternoon light. Because it is used less than a sofa, you can choose more freely for shape, texture and character.

Sculptural timber accent chairs work as much like objects as seats. Enveloping armchairs in linen, boucle or velvet are built for lingering. If the chair needs to hold its own in the middle of a room, look for a strong silhouette; if it is filling a corner, softness and colour matter more.

This is a curated edit rather than an endless catalogue — occasional and accent chairs chosen one at a time. Materials are listed on every piece, and we are happy to confirm dimensions before you buy. Queensland based, delivered Australia-wide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair?

The terms overlap. 'Occasional chair' describes how it is used — for occasional, comfortable sitting away from the main seating. 'Accent chair' describes its role in the room — a piece chosen to add character. Most of our chairs are both.

How do I style an occasional chair?

Give it space. An occasional chair reads best with a little room around it — beside a window, at an angle in a corner, or paired with a small side table and a lamp. Let its silhouette do the work.

How do I care for a boucle or linen chair?

Vacuum gently with an upholstery attachment, rotate cushions where possible, and blot spills rather than rub. Keep textured fabrics out of prolonged direct sun to avoid fading.

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Occasional Chairs in Australia. Dining Chair Society is a specialist chair studio. Our occasional chairs span timber, upholstered, velvet, boucle, leather and rattan designs — from cross-back and Louis-style dining chairs to sculptural occasional and accent chairs. Each is chosen for proportion, materials and the way it wears over time.

When choosing occasional chairs, consider seat height (most dining chairs sit around 45–48cm to suit a 74–76cm table), width per setting (allow roughly 60cm per chair) and whether you want arms. Every chair lists its materials and finish, with dimensions confirmed on request. Explore related pieces across dining chairs, occasional chairs and new arrivals, all delivered Australia-wide.