With distinctive style touches like gray flannel upholstery and overstuffed seating, American designer Angelo Donghia (1935–85) was a visionary leader of bold interior design and furniture in the 1970s and ’80s. Although Donghia lived only to age 50, by the time of his death from AIDS-related pneumonia, his name graced numerous furniture and decor companies, in addition to his own interior designs.
After graduating from Parsons School of Design in 1959, Donghia joined the interiors firm of Yale R. Burge, and his star rose quickly from there. By 1963, he had been appointed vice president and in 1966, partner — a move that came with a name change for the firm to Burge-Donghia Interiors. In 1968, he founded the fabrics and wall coverings company & Vice Versa, and in 1978 he founded Donghia Furniture. With this holistic approach, Donghia was able to oversee nearly every element of an interior design project, which, for him, spanned everything from corporate offices (notably PepsiCo’s world headquarters in Purchase, New York) to the Metropolitan Opera Club at Lincoln Center to residential interiors for clients such as Diana Ross and Ralph Lauren.
After he inherited Burge’s firm, he continued to develop its reach as Donghia Associates. He opened a series of showrooms around the country to offer his designs to a wider audience, who loved the company’s marriage of minimal forms with luxe materials. His silver-foil ceilings, mixing of eclectic textile patterns and plush furniture set trends and, through mass marketing, influenced the direction of American interior design.
“I feel that I’ve developed my own style that is as classic and minimal as the ’30s style it reflects,” the designer once told New York magazine. In 2015, the retrospective “Angelo Donghia: Design Superstar” at the New York School of Interior Design chronicled his influence on all facets of modern interiors, from furnishings to wall coverings. It’s an approach that still resonates today. Donghia continued to operate as a company after his death, acquired by the Rubelli Group in 2005. After it filed for bankruptcy in 2020 and closed its showrooms, its name, designs, archives and inventory were acquired by Kravet.
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Pair John Hutton for Donghia Merbau Rattan Lounge Chairs
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive pair of oversized rattan lounge or club chairs designed by John Hutton for Donghia in the late 20th century. From Donghia's Merbau collection featuring large mahogany fram...
Fabric, Cane, Rattan, Mahogany
$12,000 / set
1990s John Hutton for Donghia Merbau Lounge Chairs
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Wonderful organic/ coastal modern Lou mg e chairs by John Hutton for Donghia circa 1994. Great scale and use of materials. Could blend easily with a variety of interior styles give t...
Reed, Mahogany
Coastal Merbau Woven Rattan Wicker Lounge Chairs John Hutton for Donghia 1990s
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Troy, MI
Pair of organic modern wicker club chairs from the limited "Merbau" collection designed by John Hutton for Donghia circa 1990s Woven cane seats supported by solid mahogany legs and ...
Wicker, Cane, Mahogany
Rattan Lounge Chair by John Hutton for Donghia
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Rattan and orange lounge chair by John Hutton for Donghia. The frame is in original condition, it shows minor wear consistent with age. The cushion are newly recovered in a ...
Fabric, Rattan
JOHN HUTTON for DONGHIA 'Merbau' Woven Cane Lounge Chairs, Priced per Chair
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Hudson, NY
Absolutely stunning pair of vintage Coastal lounge chairs designed by John Hutton for Donghia. The chocolate colored version is very rare- only a few were produced. Chairs are imprin...
Wicker, Cane, Mahogany, Walnut
John Hutton, Donghia, Mahogany, Wicker Cane, Merbau Lounge Chairs, USA, 1995
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Stamford, CT
John Hutton, Donghia, Mahogany, Wicker Cane, Merbau Lounge Chairs, USA, 1995 Pair of lounge chairs from John Hutton's limited Merbau Collection for Donghia, circa 1995, exemplifying...
Fabric, Wicker, Mahogany
$3,800 / set
Pair of Donghia Lounge Chairs
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Highland, IN
This pair of striking lounge chairs by Donghia feature crisply tailored upholstered bodies supported by sculptural legs– the front being turned with pleasing details, the rear with a...
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Post Modern Lounge Chairs by Donghia for Kroehler After Parsons
By Kroehler Mfg. Co., Donghia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A handsome matching pair of armchairs designed by Donghia for Koehler. These feature their original grey flanel upholstery and ready for use. Manufacture labels
Fabric
Elegant Pair of Black Lacquer Rush Cane Loungers by Donghia - 2 Pair Available
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expe...
Cane, Mahogany
$2,200
Donghia Milo Chair
By Donghia
Located in Houston, TX
Donghia Milo slipper chair fully upholstered in dark taupe woven jacquard with loose seat, tight back, with feet finished in espresso stained maple wood.
Wood
Vintage Post Modern Donghia Luciano Lounge Chair & Ottoman Newly Reupholstered
By Donghia
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Post Modern Donghia Luciano Lounge Chair & Ottoman Newly Reupholstered in a "Steel-Blu" Italian Mohair - 2 Piece Set The chair and ottoman ...
Mohair
John Hutton for Donghia "Ghost" Chair and Ottoman, Set of 2
By Donghia
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The rare and stylish "Ghost" chair and ottoman set are packed with personality! Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. Just look at the curves and details on this beauty! Uphols...
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Boho John Hutton for Donghia Silk Devore Lounge Chairs - A Pair
By Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a magnificent pair of vintage lounge chairs designed by the esteemed John Hutton for Donghia, these pieces epitomize luxurious comfort and bohemian elegance. Upholstered i...
Silk, Upholstery
Vintage Donghia “Block Island” Woven Rattan Lounge Chairs - A Pair
By Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional pair of lounge chairs from the "Block Island" collection by the legendary Angelo Donghia represents the pinnacle of 1980s high-end coastal design. The frames are mas...
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan
Unforgettable Pair of Block Island Cane Club Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent frames are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expert cust...
Cane, Mahogany
Pair of John Hutton for Donghia Ghost Chairs with Ottoman
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Dallas, TX
Ready for fabric of your choice, these very comfortable Ghost Chairs designed by John Hutton for Donghia will add beauty to any room. We can help with fabric selection and upholstery...
Upholstery, Wood
Set of 3 John Hutton Rattan Lounge Chairs for Donghia Merbau Coastal Line, 1995
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Camden, ME
This rare set of three rattan lounge chairs was designed by John Hutton (1947-2006) in 1995 for Donghia’s distinguished Merbau Coastal Collection. As Donghia’s Design Director from...
Fabric, Natural Fiber, Cane, Rattan, Rush, Reed, Polyester, Mahogany, La...
Breathtaking Pair of Black Lacquer Rush Cane Loungers by John Hutton for Donghia
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expe...
Cane, Mahogany
$12,050 / set
Geneva Club Chair with Ottoman by Donghia
By Angelo Donghia, Donghia
Located in Dallas, TX
Amazingly unique and highly stylized sculptural chair and ottoman set designed by Angelo Donghia for Donghia, just screams for attention! One of Donghia's most coveted and graceful f...
Upholstery, Wood
$5,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of John Hutton for Donghia Rattan Cane Mahagony Wood Lounge Club Chairs
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Wayne, NJ
A pair of rattan chairs designed for Donghia by John Hutton (1947-2006). Produced for the limited production Merbau Collection . Chairs constructed to light woven rattan against a ma...
Cane
$2,850 / set
H 32.75 in W 22.5 in D 31 in
Donghia Pair of Slipper Lounge Chairs designed by John Hutton Mid Century Style
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Low Slung Slipper Lounge Chairs, designed by John Hutton for Donghia, American, circa 2000s.
Upholstery, Wood
John Hutton for Donghia "Ghost" Chair and Ottoman, Set of 2
By Donghia
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The rare and stylish "Ghost" chair and ottoman set are packed with personality! Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. Just look at the curves and details on this beauty! Uphols...
Upholstery, Wood
$12,000 / set
H 37.25 in W 24 in D 24.5 in
Set of Ten John Hutton for Donghia Grand Soleil Dining Chairs
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Substantial set of ten "Grand Soleil" black leather and mahogany dining chairs designed by John Hutton for Donghia. The imposing set consists of eight side chairs and two host armcha...
Leather, Hardwood
$4,850 / set
H 39.5 in W 30.5 in D 20.5 in
Vintage Boho John Hutton for Donghia Silk Devore Lounge Chairs - A Pair
By Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a magnificent pair of vintage lounge chairs designed by the esteemed John Hutton for Donghia, these pieces epitomize luxurious comfort and bohemian elegance. Upholstered i...
Silk, Upholstery
2 "Anziano" Dining Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The model Anziano was designed by John Hutton in 1983. In great vintage condition. Sold separately.
Birch
John Hutton for Donghia Linen Upholstered Spirit Sofa, circa 1980s
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous modern linen upholstered "Spirit" sofa Designed by John Hutton for Donghia USA, circa 1980s Measures: 90" W x 39" D x 38" H, seat height 18". Very good origina...
Linen
$14,500
H 30 in W 30 in D 60 in
Sophisticated Restored Rush Cane Chaise Lounge by John Hutton for Donghia
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent chaise lounge is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expert...
Cane, Mahogany
$32,500 / set
H 30 in W 31 in D 32 in
Unforgettable Pair of Block Island Cane Club Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent frames are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expert cust...
Cane, Mahogany
$90,000 / set
H 36.75 in W 21.5 in D 21 in
Remarkable Set of 12 Mahogany and Cane Arm Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installati...
Cane, Mahogany
Set John Hutton Donghia Block Island Cane Dining Chairs
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of five genuine "Block Island" cane rush dining chairs designed by John Hutton for Donghia. Beautifully crafted in the organic modern taste. 20th-century inspired design by ...
Cane, Rattan, Rush, Mahogany
$10,950 / set
H 30 in W 32.5 in D 21 in
Vintage Donghia “Block Island” Woven Rattan Lounge Chairs - A Pair
By Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional pair of lounge chairs from the "Block Island" collection by the legendary Angelo Donghia represents the pinnacle of 1980s high-end coastal design. The frames are mas...
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan
$44,000 / set
H 37.5 in W 19 in D 21.5 in
Stellar Restored Set of 8 Block Island Cane Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of organic dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored, newly custom uph...
Cane, Mahogany
John Hutton, Woven Cane, Mahogany, Oversized Lounge Chairs, USA, 1990s
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Stamford, CT
John Hutton, Donghia, Mid-Century Modern, Oversized Club Chairs, Woven Cane, Mahogany, Jean-Michel Frank Style Pair of limited edition 'Block Island' lounge chairs designed by John ...
Fabric, Cane
Vintage Coastal Donghia “Merbau” Woven Rattan Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your space with this pair of Vintage Coastal Donghia “Merbau” Woven Rattan Lounge Chairs. Expertly crafted with sleek, low-profile frames and in...
Rattan
Sold
H 30 in W 30 in D 21.5 in
Vintage Coastal John Hutton for Donghia “Merbau” Rattan Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Coastal lounge chairs. Designed by the iconic John Hutton for Donghia and tagged below. Beautiful wrapped rattan with coconut wood trim. Acquired from a Pa...
Rattan
Pair of "Ghost Chairs" by Angelo Donghia, 1990s
By Donghia, Angelo Donghia
Located in Hamburg, PA
A fabulous pair of "Ghost Chairs" designed by Angelo Donghia for Donghia. This contemporary pair of upholstered chairs would look great in a living room or bedroom. The simple style...
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Jean Michel Frank Inspired Lounge Chairs by Donghia
By (after) Jean Michel Frank, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Pair of Large Scale Lounge Chairs, after a design by Jean Michel Frank, by John Hutton for Donghia, America, circa 2000s. The seat depth is 23". The chairs retain their o...
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 38 in W 33 in D 30 in
Mid Century Donghia Pink Silk Goose Down Filled Club Lounge Library Arm Chair
By Donghia
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century Donghia Furniture armchair featuring serpentine form with rolled arms, tapered and flared legs, and pink silk floral motif with goose down. Provenance : Jerome Schotte...
Silk, Down
Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Donghia
By Donghia
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of swivel lounge chairs and ottoman by Donghia. Original chenille Donghia fabric, seat cushions on chair and ottoman is down filled. In beautiful vintage condition. Me...
Chenille, Wood, Down
Sold
H 30 in W 28 in D 32 in
Sublime Pair of Rush Cane and Mahogany Loungers by John Hutton for Donghia
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expe...
Rattan, Mahogany
Pair of John Hutton Organic Modern Block Island Club Chairs
By Donghia
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare matched pair of Block Island Collection club chairs or lounge chairs designed by John Hutton for Donghia. Beautifully crafted from hardwood frames covered in rattan wicker woven into large geometric pattern designs. Topped with vintage loose...
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Sold
H 30 in W 31 in D 36 in
John Hutton for Donghia Block Island Collection Rattan Armchair & Ottoman
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Donghia Block Island Collection armchair and ottoman designed by John Hutton. Marked on underside. Mahogany frame construction with stained mah...
Wicker, Mahogany
Sold
H 30 in W 31 in D 36 in
John Hutton for Donghia Block Island Collection Rattan Armchair and Ottoman
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Donghia Block Island Collection lounge armchair and ottoman designed by John Hutton. Marked on bottom. Mahogany frame construction with stained...
Wicker, Mahogany
Pair of "Ghost Chairs" by Angelo Donghia, 1990s
By Angelo Donghia, Donghia
Located in Hamburg, PA
A fabulous pair of "Ghost Chairs" designed by Angelo Donghia for Donghia. These chairs are upholstered in a luxurious Donghia fabric. Each one is upholstered differently, however, yo...
Upholstery, Wood