Designed by Pierre Jeanneret, the Chandigarh Furniture plays a pivotal role in shaping the city’s architectural identity. Created to meet the fundamental needs of everyday living, this furniture was crafted using locally sourced materials and developed with a cost-effective approach, reflecting both functionality and the ethos of Chandigarh’s modernist vision.

In recent years, however, reproductions have often overlooked key elements such as authentic joinery, material honesty, and fine detailing—diluting the original intent. At Chandigarh Architecture Lab, we took it upon ourselves to faithfully recreate these iconic designs, with a deep respect for their origins. Every piece reproduced by CAL is approached with precision, care, and a commitment to preserving the spirit of Jeanneret’s vision—ensuring that the legacy lives on in both form and function.

Chandigarh Furniture

Close-up of interconnected wooden chair legs and supports showing a natural wood finish.

Ironically, something that was produced from and for Chandigarh was no longer being produced here in the city, at least not how it should have been. We wanted to recreate the pieces with utmost precision, love, care, true to the ethos and best quality that could be available globally.

The brief for us was simple and very clear, Recrafting Legacy.

Recrafting Legacy

A person working with wood, assembling or shaping a wooden frame using their hands.

Our practice belives that honesty has to be the root of any good, one desires. Honesty with people we work, honesty at each step of our process, honesty with clients always has to take a centre stage. As humans, we may make mistakes, but we will never be dishonest.

Conscious Production

Three wooden chairs with woven cane backrests and seats, arranged against a plain wall with sunlight casting shadow patterns.

Designed for Chandigarh’s early government offices, this iconic Office Chair blends form and function with timeless elegance. Featuring inverted V-shaped legs and hand-woven cane, its seamless structure uses traditional finger joints—eschewing screws or nails—to celebrate Indian craftsmanship. A true collector’s piece, it embodies heritage, utility, and refined design.

A wooden chair with woven cane seat and backrest, positioned at an angle with warm lighting creating shadows on the floor.

Originally crafted for senior officials in Chandigarh, the Kangaroo Chair is defined by its sculptural Z-shaped legs and refined silhouette. Hand-woven cane, slender wooden elements, and seamless joinery reflect masterful Indian craftsmanship. Built without nails or screws, it offers timeless elegance, structural integrity, and a bold, iconic design statement.

A wooden chair with a cane backrest illuminated by warm light, placed outdoors against a plain wall, with tiled ground.

This iconic Lounge Chair, used at Panjab University, showcases inverted V-shaped legs and a seamless structural loop for stability and elegance. Crafted from Indian Rosewood with hand-woven cane, it features traditional joinery techniques. A timeless blend of comfort and design, it elevates both formal and relaxed interiors effortlessly.

Two wooden chairs with woven cane seats and backs, positioned against a beige wall.

Inspired by Jeanneret’s scissor chair, this iconic Dining Chair features elegant inverted V-shaped legs and refined mid-century geometry. A chamfered edge beneath the seat—a hallmark of original pieces—adds subtle sophistication. Thoughtfully detailed and expertly crafted, it blends timeless design with functional elegance, ideal for discerning contemporary interiors.

A wooden bench with a woven cane seat positioned on a tiled floor, cast shadows on a yellow wall.

Originally designed for MLA hostels, this refined bench features the signature inverted V-shaped legs and a hand-woven cane seat divided into three meticulously crafted sections. With its balanced geometry and soft detailing, it embodies mid-century modern elegance—offering timeless versatility for interiors ranging from luxury hotels to curated exhibition spaces.

Wooden furniture with a small square table and surrounding chairs with cane seats and backs.

This sculptural Low Stool, originally crafted for government residences, features classic inverted V-shaped legs and a uniquely contoured seat for comfort and visual appeal. A circular stretcher—distinct within the Chandigarh collection—adds structural charm. Hand-woven cane and refined detailing make it a versatile, elegant accent for both modern and traditional interiors.