The Suite Weekly

IOTW: Swivel
August 20, 2025
In dining settings, swivel seating adds a quiet practicality. A gentle swivel eases entry at a crowded table, simplifies movement at kitchen counters, and invites conversation to flow with less effort. This week’s selections highlight designs that marry comfort and craftsmanship with an added sense of fluidity, bringing elegance and ease to dining settings of every scale. CATCH Jaime Hayon Jaime Hayon’s Catch wraps the body with sculptural arms, then sets it on a smooth swivel base for effortless orientation at the table. Multiple bases, including a compact four-star, make it a smart choice where clearance matters. The result is playful ergonomics in a chair that welcomes you with open arms. POP STOOL Pierre Sindre & Patrik Bengtsson Pop introduces motion to a classic wood silhouette, combining a pneumatic height-adjustment cylinder with a gently dished seat. The design rotates for easy in-and-out access, while the circular footrest and crisp joinery keep the form poised and elegant. Made of solid ash. Available with or without a backrest. BEETLE SWIVEL GamFratesi The Beetle Dining Chair by GamFratesi is celebrated for its organic form and gentle curves. In the swivel base version, it gains a nimble swivel that makes formal dining feel relaxed and conversational. Its balanced proportions and refined detailing have made the Beetle a modern classic. SPINDLE STOOL BassamFellows The Spindle Stool from BassamFellows pairs a carved solid-wood seat with ultra-slender metal legs and rods for an airy, architectural profile. The seat features a commercial-grade return swivel that recenters after use, ideal for kitchen islands and bar counters that see constant movement. Offered in fine woods with multiple metal finishes, it blends craft with precision engineering. SYSTEM 1-2-3 Verner Panton Designed by Verner Panton in 1973, the SYSTEM 1-2-3 Dining Chair reflects his bold approach to form and function. Its fluid silhouette rests on a circular swivel base, offering both comfort and ease of movement at the dining table. Upholstered in a variety of fabrics or leathers. Also available in a deluxe tufted version.
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