Cushy animal-inspired seats give critter lovers of the world the ability to pay tribute to their favorite animals without appearing tacky or strangely obsessive. The designers in this grouping of photos are able invoke images of various mammals, birds and other slithery creatures into their chairs while still being tastefully chic. The physical build of an animal is often used as a creative guideline for architecture, fashion and furniture. Incorporating the elegance and swooping wing structure of a dove for instance, can produce a piece of furniture that is classy and eye-catching.
Animal-inspired seats show off a profound appreciation for wildlife and furniture design all at once. The chairs are able to convert the space they inhabit into a figurative zoo; however, the only things held in captivity are comfortably eccentric seats.
16 Cushy Animal-Inspired Seats
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Freaky Animal Furniture (UPDATE)
The Animal Chair Collection by Maximo Riero Brings Wildlife Home
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Classy Rabbit Seating
Hybrid No2 Chair by Merve Kahraman Has an Animalistic Aesthetic
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Fat Rabbit Furnishings
The Bunny Chair by Iskos-Berlin is a Youthful Rejuvination of the Wingback
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Sea Witch Seating
The Maximo Riera Octopus Chair is Fit for Ursula's Throne
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Horned Wildlife Seating
The Rhino Chair is Part Faux Taxidermy and Part Opulent Luxury
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Enormous Elephant Buddies
The 'TANTO' Bean Bag Chair Will Make You An Animal Lover
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Canine-Casting Seats
The Wolf Within Chair is the Fairy Tale of the Furniture World
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Spunky Safari Seatings (UPDATE)
The 'Elephant Chair' by Maximo Riera is a Hefty Animalistic Chair
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Winged Wire Seating
The Black Dove Chair is Beautifully Delicate and Airy
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Zoo-Infused Safari Seating
Merve Kahraman Turns Furniture into a Wildlife Extravaganza
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Sable Sea-Life Seating
The Whale Chair by Maximo Riera is a Stunning Furniture Piece
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Fury Bunny Furniture
The Rabbit Chair by Seungji Mun Comes in Black and White
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Fish Skin Stools
'CRAFTICA' by Formafantasma Turns Leftover Animal Odds and Ends into Art
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Minimalist Safari Seating
The Animal Chair II-Shadow Series by Biaugust Design is Elegant
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Slithering Snake Seating
The Gordon Guillaumier 'Freeflow' Sofa Slithers into Any Shape
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Wildlife Seating
Rick Owens Moose Chairs for Sebastian+Barquet Gallery in London
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Exotic Wildlife Furniture
Michel Hallard's Wild Animal Decor May Scare You
Swan-Like Seating
The Serenad Chair by Ali Alavi Boasts Graceful Sweeping Lines
70 Strange Seating Arrangements
From Sci-Fi Chairs to Liquid Study Spaces
Freaky Animal Furniture (UPDATE)
The Animal Chair Collection by Maximo Riero Brings Wildlife Home
85 Easter-Inspired Finds
From Rabbit Nail Art to Adorable Chocolate Bunnies
Recycled Leather Jewelry
Scraps & Old Jackets Turned Into Accessories
Humanimal Headgear
These Barbara Keal Animal Ear Hats are Cute and Cuddly
Stand-Alone Stone Houses
Sweden's Elding Oscarson Townhouse Makes a Chic Statement in White
Evolving Necessity Seating
The Take on Nature Sofa Adapts to the Sitter's Changing Needs
Athletic Brand-Inspired Art
New Balance London Experience Center Showcases Sport & Craft
Origami-Inspired Seating
The Star Chair by Michael Samoriz is a Crafty Addition to Any Interior
Versatile Convertible Seating
608 Design Creates Chairs and Sofas with Built-In Storage
Animated Anatomical Chairs
The AK-LH Flow Wingchair Reveals an Anthropomorphic Core
Eco-Friendly Perforated Furniture
Flohr Design Makes Pieces Out of Sakhalin Knotweed
Saggy Resin Seating
The Family -ERT Collection Reinterprets the Conventional Forms of Furnishings
Adabtable Arachnid Seating
The Limitless Spider Sofas Have Many Moving Legs for Maximal Comfort
Intimate Furniture Installations
Meeting Bowls Encourage Spontaneous Dialogue Among New Yorkers
Bright Bent Steel Furniture
The Loft Evo Collection by MODESTWORK Features Sculptural Lines
Spectacularly Knitted Seating
The Perm Chair Was Inspired by King Louis XV of France's Hairdo
Stitchless Stools
The Garment Chair by Benjamin Hubert is Seamless
Beautifully Bulging Benches
The Long 8 Chair by Natanel Gluska is Adventurously Asymmetrical
37 Peculiar Public Seats
From Flower Powered Public Seating to Modular Public Seating
Home Wellness Furniture
The Concoon by Wasserbetten Promotes Relaxation and Rejuvenation
Sea Witch Seating
The Maximo Riera Octopus Chair is Fit for Ursula's Throne
DIY Monoblanc Upholstery
The Monocover by Tom de Vrieze Personalizes Plastic Chairs
15 Iconic Chairs
As Recognizable As Yves Saint Laurent's $28 Million Art Deco Seat
Surprisingly Stable Slanted Seating
Tilted 9,5 Chair is Staggeringly Stronger with Trusses
Low-Riding Reclined Seating
The MEDICI Chair by Konstantin Grcic Has a Masculine Touch
Suctioned Ball Seating
Lapo Germasi's Inspiration Chair Vacuums into a Sturdy Shape
Horned Wildlife Seating
The Rhino Chair is Part Faux Taxidermy and Part Opulent Luxury
Piggy Bank Perches
The Anti-Crise Chair Provides a Financial Fall-Back Plan in Emergencies
Wicked Wax Furnishings
The Oroboros Collection is Freely Formed with Liquid Paraffin
Chic Seamless Seating
The Anouk Chair
Severed Furniture Hangers
'The 1/2=1' by Tess Hill Transforms Old Chairs into New Objects
Helpful Honeycomb Furniture
Lorens' Cloud Modular Table is a Friendly and Practical Design
Cute Cartoony Furnishings
The Kubedesign 2012 Collection Has Soft Lines and Bold Borders
Plastic Eco-Vases
Botanica by Formafantasma is a Collection of Naturally Made Furnishings
Classic Illustration Fashion Editorials
The Free Magazine 'Art Attack' Photoshoot is Child-Like
Sweet Sushi Playthings
The Fakir Design Sushi Toy is an Adorable Delight
Staircase Seating Systems
Steps by Geof Ramsay Reconsiders the Use of the Structural Element
Inflatable Furniture Collections
The Puffy Series by Jessica Carnevale is Full of Summer Fun
Body-Molded Furniture
Foam Party by Martijn Rigters Uses Flexible and Mass-Produced Techniques
Minimalist Patio Furniture
The Herman Miller 2012 Outdoor Collection Withstands the Elements
Plushy Neon Perches
The Yoda Set by Redo Design Delights the Eyes and Cushions the Tush
Wall-Mounted Font Furniture
Ufuk Keski's Flat Objects Typeshelf is Eco-Friendly and Funky
Blubbery Tusked Benches
The Walrus Chair by Maximo Riera is Seal-Inspired Seating
Spongy Stratified Seating
The Layer Chair by Jorrit Taekema is Made Out of Coconut Fibers
Sweet Tooth Storage Units
Edna 1 & Edna 3 Cabinets are Deliciously Candy-Colored
Fantastical Wonderland Furniture
The Clouds Coffee Table Set will Have You Feeling Sky High
Sign Language Armchairs
Rompecabezas by Pedro Reyes are Seats with Hand Gestures
Two-Legged Chairs
The Shadow Chair by Duffy London is Seriously Trippy
Cursive Contoured Seating
Iris Chair by Emanuele Cecini Relies on Curved Planes to Provide Support
Two-Toned Seating
The Dishy Chair by David Fox Adds a Pop of Color into the Home
Leather Origami Animals
Looksur Nursery Sculptures
Ladle-Like Seating
The Spoon Chair by Philipp Aduatz Scoops its Sitter Like Soup from a Bowl
Corporeal Contouring Rockers
UNO Lounge Chair Hugs Your Curves to Complement its Own
Alienesque Armchairs
The Aqua Lounge Chair Embodies an Extraterrestrial Form
Birdcage Chairs
'Nest Armchairs' From Autoban Design Studio
Warped Ampersand Seating
Chair & Chair by Tatiana Bortkevica is Inspired by an Alphabet Symbol
Gun-Wounded Seats
Stray Bullet Chair Takes after a Shoot 'em Up Design
Classic Cutout Armchairs
The Wegner Papa Bear Chair is Made for Big Suave Men
Simple Silhouetted Seats
The Outline Chair Has a Closed Line That Focuses on the Framework
Modernized Motif Seating
The Hot Mesh Chair Has a Retro Look with a Contemporary Twist
Recycled Leather Bags
ReMade USA Makes Pretty Purses Out of Old Fabrics
Art Installation-Inspired Furniture
Home Decor Designs by Misaki Kawai for Paddle8 are Fun
Statement Sofas
Seats Yours Guests Will Never Forget
Hip Senior Seating
The Vector 2 Chair is a Modern Adaptation of Grandpa's Wingback
Delectable Foodie Furnishings
The AK-LH Food Wingchair is a Feast for Your Fanny
Snaking Carbon Fiber Seating
Mathias Bengtsson's Spun Bench Weighs Just Under 10 Pounds
Abstract Smurf Seating
The Andreoli Neverending Furniture Breaks Apart for Convenience
Sleek Illuminating Seats
The Terrace Chair Offers a New Style of Patio Furniture
Kneeling Figured Chairs
The 'Zeen' Seats Pay Homage to the Egyptian Goddess Isis
Spunky Safari Seatings (UPDATE)
The 'Elephant Chair' by Maximo Riera is a Hefty Animalistic Chair
Resin-Lined Seating
The Scrap Wood Chair by Seung Han Lee Uses Colorful Materials
Sleek Phallic Seating
Enrico Pellizzoni's Hipod Armchair Has an Authoritative Presence
Wood Chip Furniture
Roberta Rampazzo's Mesa Alma Table is Made out of Noble Material
Fold-Flat Chairs
Ufuk Keskin & Efecem Kutuk's Sheetseat is Flat-Pack Seating
Zoo-Infused Safari Seating
Merve Kahraman Turns Furniture into a Wildlife Extravaganza
Rabbit-Eared Seating
The SANAA Armless Chair for Americans is Made Slightly Wider
Classic Contemporary Furniture
'Public House' by Lee Broom Mixes Vintage and Modern Styles
Hand-Powered Accessible Seating
The Velo Modular Sports Interface Turns a Wheelchair into a Bike
Multi-Legged Seats
The Milli Sofa is Business on the Top and Party on the Bottom
Flamboyant Birthday Chairs
Espasso Produces the Limited Edition Chifruda Armchair by Sergio Rodrig
Modest Legume Merchandizing
Bean Bags Branding Packages its Product Honestly
Asymmetrical Beveled Seating
Catherine and Rosebud Collections are Nice to Curl Up in
Creepy Crawling Clay Furniture
Maarten Baas Leaves His Mark on Hand-Moulded Pieces
Embracing Blue Easy Chairs
The Linne Armchair by Alex Kozynets Gives You a Hug
Rorschach-Like Seating
Alexander Gendell's Folditure Leaf Chair is Stylish and Space-Saving
Completely Enclosed Couches
'Talk' Furniture by Keilhauer Gives You Privacy in a Public Place
Luxury Automotive Furnishing
The Mercedes-Benz Furniture Line is Sleek
Foldable Lightweight Sofas
The Reflex Portable Reclining Travel Couch is Perfect for Campers
Punchable Bean Bags
The Moody Nest is Designed to Relax Enraged Occupants
Simple Sultan Seating
The JALIS Sofa Provides a Luxurious Statement Piece
Buttered Spud Seats
The Baked Potato Bean Bag Chair is Sure to Get Your Tummy Rumbling
Crafty Chair Leg Beddings
'56' Day Bed by Ron Gilad Uses Seats to Hold It Up
Deceptive Furniture Costumes
Sit on the Epic Comfy Chair Costume for a Spooky Surprise
Modular Bean Bag Loungers
The Jenagh Chair Adds a Touch of Class to the Classic Bean Bag Chair
Sleek Sustainable Chairs
The Daniel Edwards Club Chair is Comfy and Eco-Conscious
Cigarette-Wielding Cottontails
The Smorkin' Labbit is a Badass Toy Bunny
Forest Fauna Coat Racks
The Reindeer Coat Hanger & Chair From Baita Design
Customizable Lounge Furniture
The Stepping Up Chair by Think Fabricate is Comfy and Durable
Spherical Wire Seating
The Nest Chair By Kirv Features an Unconventional Aesthetic
Healthy Orchestra Seating
David Brothers Has Created an Ergonomic Chair for Musicians
Walled-In Seating
Enter Your Own Private Space Sitting in the Xistera Armchair
Futuristic Tin Foil Furnishings
The Nuvola Chair by Paola Navone is Sleek and Silver
Unfolding Chairs
Yellow Diva Creates the Most Comfortable Looking Seats
Sci-Fi Bean Bags
‘Bucky's Nightmare' by Designer Mathieu Lehanneur
Asian Fashion Furniture
The Kimono Chair Makes Use of Ancient Fabrics
DIY Armadillo Slippers
The DIY Unu Slippers by Robert Hankey are Completely Orginal
Novel Seating Options
The Sunflower Chair Features Bookcase Making it Functional and Fantastic
Star Trek Seating
The Joquer Oru Armchair Looks Geometric and Intergalactic
Mod Buttoned Seating
The Leash Sofa Captures Simplicity and Character
Pretty Peacock Chairs
Dror Studio Pairs With Cappellini to Make This Seam-Free Seating
Cupboard Seats
The Burden Chair Has Interesting Shelves for Extra Storage
Hare-Themed Hangers
The 'He-Rabbit' and 'She-Rabbit' Hangers Clearly Identify Clothing
Kangaroo Chairs
This 2-in-1 Chair Hides One Seat in a Pouch For Clutter-Free Furniture
Shoelace Seats
Timothy Liles Creates Chairs Wrapped Entirely in Converse Laces
Fused Cord Seating
Melt into the 'Blue Rope Serpentine Bench' by Tom Price
Vibrant Office Chair Collabs
The Minnie Pwerle x Herman Miller SAYL Seat is Part of 'Unframed Art'
Ribbed Tangerine Seating
The Cantilever Collection by Alessandro Andreucci & Christian Hoisl
Phantom Plumber Bunny Paintings
Heather Hansma Re-Imagines Mario Cast as Cartoon Rabbits
Oventastic Kitchenware
Baked by Formafantasma Heats Up in Their 'Getting Lost' Expo
Suspended Bean Bag Chambers
Le Beanock Provides the Ultimate Comfort for Home Owners
Inspirational Furniture
Rob Southcott's United We Stand Chairs Promote Support
Conifer Tree Bowls
The Formafantasma Autarchy Project Creates Man-Made Dishes
Hill-Shredding Cushions
Toboggan in the Whimsically Comfortable Bean Bag Sled
Quilt-Couch Hybrids
The Sofa Ruche by Inga Sempe Blends Seating With Plush Comfort
Victorian Round-Back Seating
The Elizabetha Chair Collection is Quaintly Modern
Creased Seating
The Origami Chair Mimics the Folds of the Traditional Paper Craft
Biodegradable Footwear
Eco-Friendly Pumps By Sergio Rossi Made of Recycled Leather
Colonial Blanket Art
The Moulding Tradition and Colony Exhibit Focuses on Italy's Reckless Past
Speaker-Inspired Seating
Omri Barzeev's 'Zaza' Chair Blends Felt & Wood
Panda-Like Seating
The Little Fellow Chair Will Become Your Little, Comfy Friend
Reinvented Reindeer Design
Nendo Antler Armchair is Perfect for Christmas Parties
Office-Appoved Bean Bags
'To Become One' is Designed to Help Employees Relieve Stress