Steve Chase lived in and worked out of Palm Springs, California, but he created luxury spaces and furniture for projects that took shape all over the world. A consummate art collector and brilliant interior designer, Chase was involved in every aspect of the rooms he designed and attracted many high-profile clients, including Gerald and Betty Ford, Farrah Fawcett and Gene Hackman.
Chase was born in New Hampshire and attended the Rhode Island School of Design as well as the ArtCenter in Los Angeles. After completing his studies, he joined Arthur Elrod and Associates — a celebrated Palm Springs-based firm that created colorful interiors and furniture for a range of Hollywood stars and more during the height of the mid-century modern era. Chase worked with Elrod for more than a decade before establishing his own business in 1980.
Chase designed his furniture to meet the sensibilities and personalities of his clients, and his work ranged from the traditional to the tastefully unconventional. While he created sculptural brass side tables that boast striking brutalist forms, there were also understated chrome-framed coffee tables with fossil shell tops. For his seating, Chase’s palette ranged from bright pastels to modest earth tones, and his vintage sofas are known for their signature tufted-channel backrests and seats. The plush cushioning was most prevalent in his Monterey seating collection of chairs, sectionals and sofas manufactured by the firm Martin Brattrud Inc., which produced most of Chase's designs during the 1970s and '80s.
Chase supported a number of charitable organizations and strongly advocated for the Desert AIDS Project (DAP), a volunteer-led initiative to combat the HIV epidemic in Coachella Valley. He lent his design talents to improve their office space, and used his influence with celebrities to enlist their help on the project. Chase also joined the Contemporary Art Council Acquisitions Committee at the Palm Springs Art Museum and eventually bequeathed more than 130 works to the institution when he passed away in 1994.
In 1996, the DAP created the annual Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards to honor him. Today he is remembered for his humanitarian giving as often he is for his furniture designs and lively interiors.
On 1stDibs, explore an array of vintage Steve Chase chairs, tables and lighting.
Monumental 1980s 3 Piece Sofa by Steve Chase
By Steve Chase, A. Rudin, Martin Brattrud
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This MASSIVE 3 piece sofa by Steve Chase is a sight to behold. Measuring in at just under 15 feet across, it is a real statement maker. The slightly asym...
Fabric
$2,100Sale Price|25% Off
1980's Post-Modern Exotic Marble Column Pedestal
By Steve Chase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful 1980s Post-Modern exotic marble column pedestal features exotic graining and coloration with hues of grey, pink, red and gold. We have a matching pedestal that is sl...
Marble
Vintage Boho Steve Chase for Preview “Amohibious” Sofa
By Steve Chase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This outstanding pair of vintage sofas captures the playful yet luxurious sensibility of Postmodern design prevalent in the late 1970s and 1980s, often drawing comparisons to iconic ...
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
"Amphibious" Settee Sofa, Steve Chase, 1980's
By Steve Chase
Located in Culver City, CA
Designed by Steve Chase in the 1980's this modern sofa was called the "Amphibious" sofa. With its super curvy, marshmallow shape and sumptuous cotton chenille fabric, this sofa is de...
Chenille
Steve Chase Cypress Wood/Glass Console Table, 1970
By Steve Chase
Located in Chicago, IL
Steve Chase Cypress Wood/Glass Console Table, 1970s. Glass has a small chip. Measures Glass 48” long 18” deep 26.25 tall is console.
Glass, Cypress
"Stacked" Quarter Round Corner Table by Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in New York, NY
Quarter round corner table by Steve Chase. The table was designed to resemble a stack of different sized elements. It has a warm faux stone finish ...
Wood
Steve Chase Custom Channel Tufted Sectional Sofa
By Steve Chase
Located in New York, NY
Modern channel tufted sectional sofa designed by iconic California designer Steve Chase. Sofa features new padding and upholstery from Romo wh...
Upholstery
$2,200 / set
Pair of Drum Side Tables by Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Drum side tables or coffee tables by Steve Chase. Constructed of wood covers with plaster and lacquer. In good vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age. Measu...
Plaster, Wood
Sculptural Faux Stone and Lacquer Cabinet by Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful sculptural 1980s faux green slate and silver lacquer cabinet by Steve Chase. The cabinet has four doors, the two centre ones open up to expose a drawer on the top and a a...
Lacquer
Steve Chase Studio Ceramic Cachepot
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Studio ceramic square speckled cachepot by Tony Evan’s for Steve Chase. In beautiful vintage condition, it retains the Steve Chase label and signed Evans. Measurements: 10”...
Ceramic
$8,500 / set
Steve Chase Custom Lounge Chairs
By Steve Chase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Steve Chase was a prominent American interior designer and furniture designer known for his luxurious, sophisticated, and contemporary designs. Based in Palm Springs, California, he ...
Fabric, Foam, Hardwood
Polish Metal Dowel Style Lounge Chair
By Steve Chase
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful lounge chair. New faux shearling upholstery.
Nickel
$5,400 / set
Pair of Carved Wood Floor Lamps
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful pair of carved wood leaf pattern floor lamps. Newly re-wired with new brass hardware and new linen shades. These lamps came out of a Steve Chase designed Estate in ...
Brass
Mauve Leather and Charcoal Gray Daybed by Mirak for Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A spectacular 1980s Post-Modern Attila daybed designed by French Architect Jean Michele Wilmotte for Mirak and special ordered by Steve Chase. The Daybeds frames is solid steel that ...
Steel
Studio Ceramic Cachepot by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase
By Gary McCloy, Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980s Studio ceramic planter or cachepot with purple and copper glazing by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase. Hand signed and marked exclusively for Steve Chase....
Ceramic
1980s Steve Chase Waterfall Black Gold Floral Chintz Benches Stools , Set of 2
By Steve Chase
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, floral waterfall benches you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful stools stat...
Upholstery, Wood
Steve Chase Designed Modern Ikat Throw Pillows (Total 8 Available)
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Set of 4 throw pillows designed by the late Steve Chase. He picked a beautiful bright, modern Ikat print for a living room in Palm Springs, CA. I belie...
Fabric
Gray Ombre Leather Chair by Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful gray Ombre leather chair by Steve Chase. The chair is in the original leather upholstery which is in great vintage condition. The chair is on casters for easy movement.
Brass
Monumental Lidded Amphora Style Ceramic Vessel, Custom for Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in New York, NY
Truly monumental Amphora style ceramic vessel with a separate lid. This piece is from an Indian Wells estate completely styled by Steve Chase and was custom ordered for Mr. Chase. I...
Ceramic
Studio Ceramic Cachepot by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase
By Steve Chase, Gary McCloy
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Studio ceramic planter or cachepot with purple and copper design glazing by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase. Hand signed and marked exclusively for Stev...
Ceramic
Fabulous Brass and Glass Coffee Table by Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in New York, NY
Brass and frosted glass coffee table by Steve Chase. This 1980s stunning polished brass coffee table is Steve Chase at his best. The inset...
Brass
Beautiful and Enormous Gilded Ceramic Urn
By Steve Chase
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful and enormous gilded ceramic urn in the form of an antique Amphora. It came from an Indian Wells estate styled completely by Steve Chase.
Ceramic
Impressive Drum-Shaped Fluted Coffee Table by Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in New York, NY
Impressive drum shaped coffee table by Steve Chase. The drum is fluted and has a dark bronze-gray finish. The glass top has a beveled edge.
Glass, Wood
Steve Chase Studio Pastel Speckled Ceramic Dish
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Studio ceramic decorative dish by Tony Evans for Steve Chase. Out of a Steve Chase Design estate. It’s signed Evan’s with partial Steve Chase label. Measurements: 8” Wide 8” Deep, ...
Ceramic
Formica and Brass Drum Side Table by Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Formica and brass drum side table by Steve Chase. In great original condition. Minor wear consistent with age. Measurements: 18.5” Diameter, 20.25” High.
Brass
Studio Raku Ceramic Vase by Garry Ubben for Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful studio Raku Ovoid pink ceramic vase design in the 1980s by Garry Ubben for Steve Chase. The vase is signed Ubben and retains the Steve Chase la...
Ceramic
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
Fossil Shell Stone Top Demilune Two-Tier Console Table by Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful 1980s custom design two tier “demilune” console table by Steve Chase. The console was designed for a house in Rancho Mirage. The console is constructed of wood with metal...
Stone, Chrome
Steve Chase Retailed Asian Oxide Red Vase
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pretty Asian probably Chinese early 20th century iron oxide glazed Vase. It bears a Steve Chase inventory label with a $1000.00 price tag.
Steve Chase Studio Ceramic Pink Speckled Dishes
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Studio ceramic decorative dishes by Tony Evans for Steve Chase. Can be used to set your jewelry or soap. Out of a Steve Chase Design estate. Both are signed Evans. Measurements: ...
Ceramic
Lucite and Lacquer Copper Table Lamp by Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Glamorous table lamp by Steve Chase. Constructed of faux patinated copper polish lacquer and clear lucite with a custom houndstooth shade. Wired for US, it takes one 100w ma...
Lucite, Lacquer
Charger in Gunmetal and Gold Glazes by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Studio made charger in gunmetal and gold glaze with graphic design by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase, American 1980's (Signed with original “Steve Chase Assoc.” label on bottom)
Ceramic
Studio Ceramic Cachepot Planter by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase
By Gary McCloy, Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Studio ceramic cachepot by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase. Grate for orchids or indoor plants. The finish is a crackle high gloss glaze with brush...
Ceramic
Studio Ceramic Bowl by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase
By Gary McCloy, Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Studio ceramic bowl by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase. In beautiful vintage condition. Hand signed by Gary McCloy and retains the Steve Chase label. ...
Ceramic
Studio Ceramic Planter by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase
By Steve Chase, Gary McCloy
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful emerald green studio ceramic planter by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase. The planter has a matted glazed with black abstract design. Hand signe...
Ceramic