LC7 Dining Chair - Outdoor
Made by Cassina
Designed by Charlotte Perriand
In 1927, Charlotte Perriand designed the LC7 for her own Paris apartment, near Place Saint-Sulpice. It was a swivel armchair built on a conviction: furniture should serve the body as precisely as architecture serves space. The chair's logic has never required revision.
The outdoor edition translates that logic without compromise. The four-leg tubular steel frame, the upholstered backrest, the rotating seat that opens a room to conversation and movement - each gesture of the original is preserved. Only the cushion fabric changes, finished in weather-resistant material suited to exterior conditions.
- Designed by Charlotte Perriand, 1927
- Four-leg swivel base in tubular steel
- Upholstered backrest and seat cushion in outdoor fabric
- Suited for exterior dining and lounge settings
Perriand's domestic precision, carried into open air.
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LC7 Dining Chair - Outdoor
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the LC7 Outdoor different from the indoor version?
The outdoor LC7 retains the same tubular steel frame and overall form as the original, but the seat and back cushions are upholstered in weather-resistant fabric engineered for exterior exposure. The structural design and proportions remain unchanged.
Who designed the LC7 chair and when?
Charlotte Perriand designed the LC7 in 1927 for her own Paris apartment. A collaborator of Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret, Perriand approached furniture as an extension of architectural thinking, prioritizing ergonomic function and spatial dialogue.
Is the LC7 Outdoor chair suitable for year-round exterior use?
The cushions are finished in outdoor-grade fabric designed to resist weather exposure. For longevity in harsh climates, covering or storing cushions during prolonged rain or intense sun is generally advisable, as with most upholstered exterior pieces.
Can the LC7 Outdoor be used at a dining table?
Yes. The LC7 was originally conceived as a dining and desk chair, and its proportions are well suited to standard dining table heights. The swivel base adds a practical ease of movement that works particularly well in dining settings.
Is the LC7 available in different fabric or finish options?
Cassina offers the LC7 Outdoor in a range of outdoor fabric options. Frame finishes may also vary by configuration. Specific availability can be confirmed through a design consultant, as many options are made to order.