Traditional or Transitional chair style?

12 years ago

Does this look too traditional? I am trying for a transitional look - though, I'm not sure exactly what type of chair is considered "transitional".

http://www.wayside-furniture.com/Item.aspx?ItemID=789094381&ItemNum=944C%2bO+F

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les917
12 years ago
Yes, I would consider that transitional. I am sure there is some specific definition of 'transitional', but what it means to me is a look that can bridge the gap between a traditional feel and a more modern one. A transitional piece would work in combination with both a more traditional couch and a sleeker end table, for example.
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12 years ago
Transitional is the blending of contemporary and traditional design elements. The "style" of the chair is traditional, but the fabric is contemporary, so it's transitional.

Here is a link that might be useful: your chair
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htnspz
12 years ago
Lukkiirish, is correct. A transitional piece of furniture is a piece of furniture that has both contemporary and traditional elements. The legs and the lines of the chair are more simplified in a contemporary way but you can still see the classic, traditional shape.

Lukkiirish, do I get bonus points for spelling your name right?:)
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12 years ago
Ha! Yes, you sure do! LOL I thought I was the only one who noticed that. Too funny! --Lukki aka Lurki
htnspz
12 years ago
Yay!!! I have to get thisclose to the screen to make sure I get it right. It's work!:)
dakota01
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12 years ago
HEre is my sofa - http://www.ethanallen.com/product?productId=689&categoryId=8102

The front legs are straight rather than what the picture shows. The color is a linen/beigey/yellow color and the fabric is a weave type - so it has some texture.

The fabric that I am looking to put on the chairs (shown on above post) are primarily black with gold and sage green medium sized flowers, though I would not consider it a "floral print". Now, I am worrying that the chair fabric may be a tad traditional. I don't have a photo of the fabric as it's new to their line and I can't post pics.

I really don't want to screw up this room, as it's the main part of my home.

Should I look for another chair style? These arent' cheap each chair will be $1,100..yikes
User
12 years ago
your link doesn't work
User
12 years ago
the sofa finally showed up....

Here's a link I posted a tutorial in on how to post pictures. I would hate to give a thought without seeing it.

Here is a link that might be useful: posting pictures.

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