The Architect’s Chair #6 – Stockholm Furniture Fair Edition

Overview

The Architect’s Chair #6, in partnership with Stockholm Furniture Fair, is an international competition for architects and designers to create a signature piece of furniture. This edition builds on the tradition of architects extending their design philosophy from buildings to furniture, challenging participants to distill their architectural thinking into a single chair. The competition encourages a new generation of designers to explore materials, craftsmanship, construction techniques, ergonomics, and innovation. The goal is to design a chair that reflects their unique creative identity and personal design philosophy, contributing to the evolving relationship between architecture, design, and craftsmanship. A key aspect of this edition is the collaboration with Stockholm Furniture Fair, a leading platform for Scandinavian design. The competition's results will be evaluated in connection with the fair, and selected winning designs will be exhibited there, offering participants significant international visibility among industry leaders. As part of an ongoing series focused on custom furniture, The Architect’s Chair aims to push participants beyond traditional architectural boundaries, engaging with furniture as a medium for architectural expression. This competition offers a unique opportunity to join a rich tradition that continues to shape the future of contemporary furniture design.

What to build

Participants must design a signature chair that embodies their personal architectural design philosophy, exploring materials, craftsmanship, construction techniques, ergonomics, and innovation.

Prizes

Key dates

• Competition Q&A deadline8 December 2026
• Closing date for registration3 December 2026
• Closing date for project submission5 January 2027
• Announcement of the winners10 February 2027

Eligibility

The competition is open to architects and designers. It is suitable for professionals, students, and young architects, and is categorized as an 'Open' competition.

Sponsors & partners

Resources

• Organizer's Website