A design classic from over 50 years ago – yet the Fritz Hansen PK31 easy chair will still fit effortlessly into a modern home if you have the cash to spare.

Designed by Poul Kjaerholm back in 1958, this was experiment in finding the ideal form, although I suspect you'll be more interested in those eye-catching sharp lines, matt chromed spring steel base and soft seating that's covered in leather. Stylish and comfortable – not always the case with classic design.

Sadly, it doesn't come cheap – prices start at around £7,600.

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It might not be the first place you'd think of looking, but Argos does have the odd retro gem lurking if you're on a budget, including the 1970s-style Chrome sofa and armchair.

Very much in that late 60s/1970s area, the kind of are companies like Merrow Associates and Pieff operated in so successfully. This isn't quite so high end, but it does offer the look for not a lot of cash – a chrome frame with black (or white) leatherette covering those foam cushions.

The two-seater sofa sells for £199.99, while the armchair (pictured over the page) is £129.99. There's also a footstool for the chair, that sells for £79.99.

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