
Distinguished by its towering slatted ladder back, this vintage black timber high-back chair Revit family provides an iconic architectural accent piece. Based on the celebrated Charles Rennie Mackintosh form, this model features an extraordinarily tall vertical backrest constructed from slender horizontal slats that terminate in an open geometric grid at the top. The linear frame exhibits a crisp black finish complemented by low-slung lower stretchers that brace the slender square-section legs. A tapered, upholstered seat cushion in an off-white fabric contrasts sharply against the dark perimeter framing. Its exaggerated vertical proportions create strong sculptural shadows and graphic silhouettes when viewed in elevation or perspective renderings, capturing the quintessential Arts and Crafts aesthetic.
The download is a 307 KB file containing a Revit family (.rfa). Load it into a project from the Insert tab with Load Family, then place it like any other component of its category; it schedules and tags with the rest of your model.
Load the RFA component directly into your Revit project environment to place it on finish floor levels in plan or 3D views. The family inserts as a standalone furniture element with clean linework suitable for technical documentation and elevation drawings. Material parameter assignments allow users to modify finish colours or swap the seat upholstery maps to coordinate with project specifications across Enscape, V-Ray, or native Revit rendering pipelines.
Ideal for high-end residential master suites, boutique hotel lobbies, museum galleries, and formal reception lounges, this statement armless chair serves as a decorative sculpture or functional corner seat. Interior designers often specify it alongside minimalist consoles, dressing tables, or against monochromatic feature walls. It suits projects requiring an authentic heritage feel, mid-century classic styling, or striking geometric contrast within modern architectural schemes.
Vintage Black Timber High-Back Chair – Hill House
Free
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What changed in 1.0
Initial release.
Free to use in personal and commercial projects, including paid client work.
Covers 1 seat.