The aluminium and Soft Pad Chairs from Vitra stand for architectural clarity, body-friendly comfort and long-lasting quality – now with sustainable materials and new features for living and working environments.
Living with feeling: sitting with posture
Hardly any other chair embodies the interplay of form, function and elegance as consistently as the models from the Aluminium Group and Soft Pad Group. What began as a visionary office idea in 1958 is today the epitome of timeless seating comfort – in the home office, conference room or private living area. With the 2025 collection, Vitra shows how classics can be rethought again and again – with sustainable responsibility and contemporary comfort.
Advice with vision – function meets aesthetics
Our consultation begins with one question: How would you like to sit? Together we will find the perfect configuration – whether swivelling, height-adjustable, with castors or a fixed frame. We combine upholstery, colour and function individually – for architects, private customers and design enthusiasts with high standards.
Experience design – icons you can touch
You can try out various models from the Aluminium Group and Soft Pad Group at your leisure in our showroom. Feel the materials, test the functions and experience the combination of lightness, stability and ergonomic design. Textiles such as Hopsak or leather emphasise the variety of possibilities.
The aluminium chairs – reduction to the essentials
The Aluminium Group is a design classic from 1958, designed by Charles & Ray Eames. The tensioning principle of the upholstery skin between two aluminium struts creates a flexible seat – without classic upholstery, but with surprising comfort.
Variety of versions: Models with low or high backrests, fixed or swivelling, with or without castors – ideal for the home office, dining area, waiting area or conference room.
Cover materials: mesh, leather, Hopsak, Plano or sustainable fabrics. All covers are interchangeable.
Colours & finishes: New powder coatings, polished aluminium, chrome-plated or jet black – combined with new fabric colours for modern interiors.
Sustainability: The chairs are durable, repairable and made of recyclable aluminium – with a 30-year replacement parts guarantee.
The aluminium chairs are not just design objects – they are tools for everyday use. Light, clear, functional – and ready for decades of use.
The Soft Pad Chairs – comfort with character
The Soft Pad Group was developed in 1969 as a softer version of the Aluminium Chairs. Three or four visible cushions turn the clear structure into a piece of furniture with a cosy expression and a particularly soft seating experience – without losing any of its formal rigour.
Typologies: Models with a high or low backrest, with a headrest, as a conference chair, swivel chair or relax version – also ideal for lounges or elegant home offices.
Materials: Covers in leather or fabric, choice of soft or medium-firm seat upholstery, backrest upholstery designed for ergonomic support.
Colours & details: New leather colours, sophisticated contrast stitching, sustainable textiles with a pleasant feel – harmoniously coordinated with frame colours.
Durability & care: High-quality workmanship, durable mechanism, easy to clean – spare parts available even after decades.
Soft Pad Chairs create atmosphere – whether at the dining table or in the boardroom. They are quiet in gesture, but strong in expression. And they invite you to stay.
Frequently asked questions
Can I customise the chairs?
Yes, the backrest, frame colour, castors, covers, armrests and upholstery can be freely combined. Our consultants will put together your desired configuration.
Are the chairs also suitable for private living spaces?
Absolutely. Many models look cosy and light – ideal as a dining chair, reading chair or desk chair at home.
How sustainable are the chairs?
Vitra produces with a focus on durability, reparability and recycling. Many components are made from recycled aluminium, covers are replaceable and spare parts are available for the long term.
Visit our showroom and experience aluminium and soft pad chairs in a wide variety of designs. Arrange a personal consultation now and find your perfect piece of seating furniture with a history.
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The aluminium and Soft Pad Chairs from Vitra stand for architectural clarity, body-friendly comfort and long-lasting quality – now with sustainable materials and new features for living and working environments.
Hardly any other chair embodies the interplay of form, function and elegance as consistently as the models from the Aluminium Group and Soft Pad Group. What began as a visionary office idea in 1958 is today the epitome of timeless seating comfort – in the home office, conference room or private living area. With the 2025 collection, Vitra shows how classics can be rethought again and again – with sustainable responsibility and contemporary comfort.
Our consultation begins with one question: How would you like to sit? Together we will find the perfect configuration – whether swivelling, height-adjustable, with castors or a fixed frame. We combine upholstery, colour and function individually – for architects, private customers and design enthusiasts with high standards.
You can try out various models from the Aluminium Group and Soft Pad Group at your leisure in our showroom. Feel the materials, test the functions and experience the combination of lightness, stability and ergonomic design. Textiles such as Hopsak or leather emphasise the variety of possibilities.
The Aluminium Group is a design classic from 1958, designed by Charles & Ray Eames. The tensioning principle of the upholstery skin between two aluminium struts creates a flexible seat – without classic upholstery, but with surprising comfort.
