Downtown Lounge Armchair and Ottoman
Made by Poltrona Frau
Designed by Jean-Marie Massaud
Jean-Marie Massaud conceived the Downtown Lounge Armchair and Ottoman as a natural extension of his Downtown office collection, carrying its disciplined geometry into a posture suited for rest. The slightly reclined seat angle is deliberate, encouraging the body to settle without compromising the chair's compositional uprightness.
Poltrona Frau offers two structural options: a fixed solid wood base that grounds the form with warmth and permanence, or a swivel aluminum base with a 360-degree return mechanism that introduces a quiet dynamism. Both are resolved with the same attention to proportion that has defined the Tolentino atelier since 1912.
- Full upholstery in Pelle Frau leather, available across an extensive palette
- Solid wood base or swivel aluminum base with return mechanism
- Ottoman offered as a companion piece
- Made to order
Massaud's sensibility here is one of productive restraint. The chair reads as composed from across a room, yet rewards the body with a precision of fit that only reveals itself in use.
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Downtown Lounge Armchair and Ottoman
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelle Frau leather and how is it made?
Pelle Frau is Poltrona Frau's proprietary leather, produced in Tolentino, Italy using a tanning and finishing process the house has refined over more than a century. Each hide is selected by hand and treated to achieve a consistent grain, suppleness, and depth of color that improves with age and use.
What is the difference between the wood and aluminum base options?
The solid wood base offers a fixed, grounded form with a warmer material presence that suits traditional and contemporary interiors alike. The aluminum swivel base adds a 360-degree return mechanism, providing quiet functional flexibility while maintaining the chair's clean silhouette.
Who is designer Jean-Marie Massaud?
Jean-Marie Massaud is a French designer and architect known for work that bridges industrial precision with an intuitive understanding of the body and space. His projects span furniture, architecture, and mobility, and he has collaborated with leading Italian manufacturers including Poltrona Frau, Cassina, and Porro.
Is the Downtown Ottoman designed specifically for this armchair?
Yes. The Ottoman is conceived as a companion piece to the Downtown Lounge Armchair, sharing its upholstery language and proportional logic so that the two form a coherent whole when paired.
How long does a made-to-order Poltrona Frau piece typically take?
Lead times for made-to-order Poltrona Frau pieces vary depending on configuration and current production schedules, but typically range from 10 to 16 weeks. A design professional or showroom consultant can provide a more precise estimate based on the specific leather selection and base option chosen.