Pillar Armchair - The Essential
Pillar Armchair - The Essential
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Pillar Armchair - The Essential
Pillar Armchair - The Essential

Pillar Armchair

$1,320
$1,320 $9,000
An Embrace All Your Own

Inspired by the 1948 Laila Chair by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, the Pillar Armchair captures the gentle curves and cozy proportions that made the original a midcentury classic. With sculpted arms, plush cushioning, and tapered wood legs, it strikes a balance between elegance and comfort.

Built from kiln-dried wood and upholstered by hand, it’s an heirloom-quality piece—equally suited to a reading nook, living room, or bedroom corner.

31.5ʺW × 34.65ʺD × 32.28ʺH
Materials

Kiln-Dried Solid Wood Frame
Crafted from kiln-dried solid wood with tapered legs in a natural finish for strength and balance.

Performance Fabric Upholstery
A textured performance weave, generously padded for comfort. Designed for durability with visual depth.

Button Detailing
Three fabric-covered buttons that add subtle character without distraction.
Design

Built to echo Lappalainen’s iconic form, Pillar keeps the embrace but sharpens the edges. It’s the armchair you’ll want to fall into — sculptural yet soft, classic yet made to last.

• Contoured arms that wrap around
• Sink-in cushions with supportive structure
• Slim mid-century legs for a lighter look
• Designed for living rooms, offices, or nooks
Care

• Spot-clean fabric with mild soap and water
• For deeper cleaning, use a gentle upholstery cleaner and vacuum occasionally with a brush attachment
• Wipe wood legs with a soft damp cloth and dry immediately
  • Arrives in 6-10 Weeks
  • Free Shipping $49+
  • Easy Returns
  • 100K Orders Shipped

An Invitation to Sink In

Gently rounded armrests create an inviting, cocoon-like shape that hugs the body and welcomes you home.

Attention in the Details

Every line matters—tufting, arms, and tapered legs come together in quiet harmony.

Lifted Form

Solid wood legs with a tapered silhouette that nods to classic midcentury design.

Made to Belong Anywhere

A piece that shifts easily—from lounge corner to bedroom retreat, or even nursery companion.

Manufactured In

Guangdong Province, China

Production Time

7 days

Transit Time

2 – 3 Weeks

Total Time To Arrival

6-10 Weeks from order

Skip the brand tax

This Pillar Armchair was inspired by Ilmari Lappalainen. A branded version costs $9,000. Our version, made by world-class factories with comparable specifications costs $1,320.

The Essential

Curved wood frame
Deep cushioned seat
Tapered wood legs
Hand-upholstered

The Others

Curved wood frame
Deep cushioned seat
Tapered wood legs
Hand-upholstered

Questions About The Pillar Armchair

How long until I receive my order?

The Pillar Armchair arrives approximately 6-10 Weeks from the day of order.

Our products take longer to arrive than most others on the internet. But there's a good reason why. Most of our pieces are made to order and ship directly from the source. We don’t keep warehouses or carry excess inventory. This is how we cut costs and pass thousands in savings back to you. But it also means you have to wait a bit longer.
What is your return policy

The Pillar Armchair can be returned Made-to-order, no returns accepted after receiving the order if the product is damaged or unusable.

Our products are made to order. So we cannot offer returns for changes in preference. But we always do what we can to make it right.

To be returned, products need to be completely unused and still in their original packaging.
How can I track my order?

The Pillar Armchair ships within 7 days of order placement.

Once your order has been shipped, you will receive an email with tracking details, allowing you to monitor its progress. Simply use the provided tracking information on our delivery partner’s website to stay updated on your shipment.
I have another question

Visit our main FAQs here or contact us at care@theessential.com
Judge us by our looks

Our packaging is safe, simple, and proudly no frills. We don't think it makes sense to pay for things you throw away immediately.

That's why the Pillar Armchair ships in the same protective packaging the manufacturer uses, covered in functional stickers and foreign stamps showing the journey it's been on.

We don't hide it and wear it as a badge of honor for the places our products have been and the people who made them.