Heal's
Heal's Torino Armchair Melton Wool Shale Natural Ash - Heal's UK Furniture
£2,699
Price History
Description
A plump and shapely armchair made here in the UK, the Torino exhibits the sort of masterful tailoring you'd expect from classic British craft. Featuring flared arms, a tall frame and tapered feet this timeless armchair sets a solid contemporary frame against soft enveloping cushions to create a relaxing design for family homes.
Our Stylist Says
I’m a fan of the Torino armchair for its neat silhouette and hard-wearing Melton wool in that cool shale tone - the ash legs keep the look light, so it sits just as well in a Scandi-inspired living room as it does in a pared-back urban flat. Stylist tip: place it in a reading nook beside a slim floor lamp, add a contrasting scatter cushion (think deep teal or ochre) and a soft wool throw over one arm. To ground the space, layer a natural-fibre rug underneath and introduce warm wood or matte-black accents elsewhere in the room.
Lina Chen
Flitch Interior Stylist
Dimensions
About Heal's
A Rich Legacy in Furniture Design
Heal's is a well-known British furniture store with a history that spans over 200 years. It began in 1810 when John Harris Heal and his son started a business for feather products but soon moved into furniture.
By the 1900s, almost everyone in London knew Heal's for its great furniture. Interestingly, they were also among the first to sell electric lights in Britain. During World War II, their main store even helped by making parachutes for soldiers.
Influences and Design Philosophy
A significant part of Heal's story is Sir Ambrose Heal, who worked there for 60 years, from 1893 to 1953. He had a unique idea combine the beautiful designs from the Arts and Crafts Movement with affordable manufacturing.
This meant more people could buy well-designed furniture without breaking the bank. If you visit the Heal's store on Tottenham Court Road in London, you'll see a cool spiral staircase and a statue of a bronze cat, both of which show off the company's unique style.
Modern Expansion and Growth
While Heal's has a long history, they're always looking forward. In 2001, a company named Wittington Investments bought Heal's, helping it to grow and open stores in many cities, including Manchester and Leeds.
They've also started selling products online, aiming to be a modern e-commerce store with physical showrooms. Their main Tottenham Court Road store celebrated 200 years in 2018. Recently, they revamped it, making it even better for shoppers.
