Designer High Back Armchairs

Designer High Back Armchairs

Poliform’s designer high back armchairs bring a unique sculptural presence to a room. They’re shaped to create a seating experience that feels all-encompassing, one that’s comfortable and ergonomic for maximum relaxation.

As premium pieces designed for modern life, high back armchairs have become a defining feature within living spaces across the country. Every piece in the collection reflects Poliform’s Italian heritage; exceptional craftsmanship, advanced production techniques, and classic design work together with purpose. Build the space that’s right for you, and do it with Poliform.

Premium Materials, Exceptional Craftsmanship

A Poliform high back armchair all starts with the right materials. Our pieces are crafted for both beauty and longevity, utilising high-performance fabrics that provide warmth and tactility, or fine leather for a completely timeless aesthetic. Explore a carefully curated palette of colours and textures. 

Base styles add another layer of character. Swivel and fixed bases are available in elegant metal or timber finishes, allowing the chair to move with you. The Mad Joker high back armchair is a truly standout example. No piece demonstrates sculptural form, luxurious comfort, and plush upholstery quite like this. Add your high back chair alongside our wider armchair collection, including leather armchairs as well as swivel armchairs. Here, you get everything you need to build the space that’s right for you.

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Comfort for Contemporary Interiors

The extended backrest that defines high back armchairs provides the extra support your head, neck, and upper spine needs. It creates an immersive place where you can pause and unwind. This is why so many invest in a high back armchair in Australia; it’s the ideal choice for reading corners, lounge areas, or any interior setting that calls for a quiet architectural gesture. 

Our high back armchairs adapt beautifully across a range of premium Australian interiors. Their sculptural proportions tow the line between comfort and sophistication. These are stunning architectural pieces, but never are the expense of function.

Proportion, Placement and Harmony

Finding the right high back armchair means understanding the scale of the room and how the piece fits within that. Taller silhouettes engage with ceiling height, sightlines, and circulation pathways, so thoughtful placement is essential to get the right look.

In smaller spaces, a more compact high back design is better suited so it doesn’t overwhelm the space. Larger interiors can accommodate a more expansive, sculptural version to act as a strong visual centrepiece. Both approaches will allow the chair to complement the room’s natural rhythm.

Explore the Collection For Yourself

To see our designer high back armchairs firsthand, visit one of our Poliform showrooms. Experience the materials, comfort, and craftsmanship up close, and speak directly with our design team to find a seating solution that’s perfect for lifestyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

A high back armchair features an extended backrest that supports the head, neck, and upper back, creating a more immersive and comfortable seating experience compared to lower-backed designs.