# Modern Gentlemen's Chairs El Purista Boasts an Armchair for Cigar and Whisky Aficionados By Meghan Young | Published 2016-04-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gentlemens-chair References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2016/04/17/chair-designed-for-cigar-aficionados/) & [elpurista.de](http://elpurista.de/) As though straight out of another century, El Purista has commissioned a gentlemen's chair that is perfect for classic smoke rooms. With leather upholstery, dark wood accents and unique details meant to hold cigars and glasses of whisky, this is a gentlemen's chair that will rival [Lazy Boys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standing-desk-workstations) around the world. Designed by Chilean architect Rodrigo Gonzalez together with German lawyer Alexander Sauer, the gentlemen's chair is nevertheless made for modern times. With its otherwise minimalist frame and [clean lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plane-lounge-chair), it would easily fit into contemporary living spaces. The hidden drawers in the arms, however, will make the sitter feel as though they are part of another era -- a fun imaginative touch to a practical design. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modern Classic Furnishings:** Furniture brands can capitalize on nostalgic design elements like leather upholstery, dark wood accents and unique details for modern pieces. - **Multi-functional Furniture:** As consumers look for furniture that serves multiple purposes, designers can explore unique and functional detalles de diseño como storage drawers in chair arms or side tables. - **Luxury Themed Home Accessories:** Consumers who want to create an oasis or a themed room in their home will seek out luxury, unique pieces designed to enhance the experience of smoking cigars and drinking whiskey. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture:** Furniture brands can use unique, themed pieces that serve multiple functions to set them apart in the market. - **Home Decor:** Luxury home decor brands can create accessories that enhance the experience of enjoying hobbies like smoking cigars and drinking whiskey. - **Consumer Goods:** Consumer goods companies can explore cross-over branding opportunities with luxury furnishings and home accessories to reach consumers with refined tastes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sophisticated Gaming Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-chaise.md) - [Posture-Maintaining Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/havana-lounge.md) - [Ergonomic Luxe Comfortable Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lounge-chair-1.md) - [Elegant Butterfly Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butterfly-chair1.md) - [Flamboyant Vintage-Inspired Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quiltana-armchair.md) - [Commanding Contemporary Swivel Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/occasional-swivel-chair.md) - [Luxury Automotive Brand Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aston-martin-v244-lounge-chair.md) - [Ultra-Comfy Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cushy-lounge-chair.md) - [Slick Futuristic Chair Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classical-norwegian-design.md)