Vitra Mikado Side Chair Aluminium Legs

The Mikado Side Chair strikes a nice balance, soft and inviting, but with a clean, sculptural shape that holds its own. Upholstered all around and built with a gently responsive backrest, it offers a surprisingly flexible sitting experience. There’s a smart little mechanism hidden under the seat that lets the back move just enough to stay comfortable without being obvious about it.

This version has slim aluminium legs and a more open shape compared to the armchair, making it a good fit around a dining table or in meeting spaces. It’s also designed with longevity in mind: the covers come off for cleaning or replacing, and individual parts, like the legs or seat shell, can be swapped out if needed. Under the surface, it’s made using recycled aluminium and post-consumer polypropylene, all designed to come apart easily when the time comes.

Simple, well-made, and built to last, the Mikado Side Chair does the quiet work of good design without shouting about it.