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.
Steve Chase Style Sectional Sofa
By Steve Chase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century sectional sofa In the manner of Steve Chase Brand New Upholstery Overstuffed down cushions & pillows In excellent condition Measures: Height: 31" (Back) 3...
Chenille
1970s Sectional Sofa by Laauser
Located in Brecht, BE
Designed by Laauser, this 1970s comfy sectional sofa has a big corner 86 x 163 cm wide x 75 cm high a big corner 86 x 163 cm wide x 75 cm high a sma...
Velvet
GRANT Sofa with Decorative Cushions
Located in Frazão, Porto
GRANT is a distinguished sofa, with an enveloping backrest and an extremely refined design, complemented by feather-composed cushions for a superior comfort feeling. Grant allows the combination of different textures on the back and cushions, bringing an exclusive and refined result to the living room. It is featured with a brass colored plinth, but is available in a variety of finishes. Shown upholstered with Safety Velvet 9 and Morgan 26 (fabrics Cat. B), Antique Brass lacquer plinth. 7 decorative...
Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather, Foam, Wood, Feathers
Alma Sofa Sectional (Sofa and Chaise)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This sofa is custom made in Los Angeles. The wood frame is cut to size and joined. The upholstery is cut and sewn to shape of individualcushion. Other fabrics available upon request....
Maple
Carter Sofa Sectional - The Founder's Edit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Carter Sectional: Founder's Edit —where understated luxury meets a refined, moody allure. Meticulously crafted with an elevated sensibility, the walnut frame and velvety butterscotch fabric impart a sophisticated charm that distinguishes this sectional. The material selection, chosen by our Founder, imbues the sectional with a rich and nuanced aesthetic. The interplay of tones and textures transforms your living space into a polished sanctuary of comfort. Redefining the art of relaxation, the reimagined configuration of the Founder's Edit invites you to indulge in plushness and unparalleled comfort. Its carefully curated design caters to those who appreciate the finer things in life — moments of reprieve where one can unwind in the embrace of the luxuriously upholstered contours. Much like the Carter Sofa...
Walnut
Alfredo Paredes Obispo Sofa
Located in New York, NY
A unique sofa form of radiused planes resting on a wood sled base. The sleek modern shape has a bench seat and loose back cushions; the wood elements give a custom appearance. Width...
Upholstery
Alma Sofa Sectional (Chaise Only)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This sofa is custom made in Los Angeles. The wood frame is cut to size and joined. The upholstery is cut and sewn to shape of individualcushion. Other fabrics available upon request....
Maple
Lowell Deep Custom Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern leather upholstered sofa with sleek modern lines and raised on bold square block feet. Two long loose pillow backs with two long comfort down seat cushions. Completely Made i...
Leather, Fabric
Alma Sofa Sectional (Sofa Only)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This sofa is custom made in Los Angeles. The wood frame is cut to size and joined. The upholstery is cut and sewn to shape of individualcushion. Other fabrics available upon request....
Maple
DS 80/03 Sofa with 5 Cushions
By De Sede
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Similar to the DS-80/91, the DS-80/03 is the ultimate synergy of high end leather and quality craftsmanship. First introduced over 50 years ago, the DS-80/03 is still a must have for any interior designer with a preference for leather. Born out of a small workshop in Klingnau, Switzerland, de Sede has maintained a passion for over 55 years to transform the finest leather into seating furniture. Striking by design, a piece from de Sede is the epitome of functionalism and fashion. Iconic models such as the DS-600, with its snake shaped concept, and the DS-140, which introduced a rotation system that can turn a beautiful sofa into an elegant double lounge chair in two steps are celebrated as revolutionizing the furniture industry forever. Now available at MONC XIII.
Leather
Pair of James Mont Sofa's
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful James Mont Sofa's. The elegant Lattice framed Sofa's have been Newly reupholstered in an ivory colored fabric and each sofa has two separate ...
Upholstery, Wood
Rare Italian 1980's Lucite and Brass Sofa by Fabian
By F. Fabbian
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1980's Lucite and Brass sofa by Fabian. The Brass and lucite sofa has wonderful linear lines and sits on a plinth base. Minimal scratches from age related wear
Brass
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
Rare Pair of James Mont Mid-Century Lounge Chairs
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite pair of rare lounge chairs by James Mont. The wide framed chairs have been fully restored with satin black frames and Mohair upholstery which is tufted on the seats.
Upholstery
Pair of Rare 1970's Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs by Erwin Lambeth.
By Erwin Lambeth
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Rare sleek and sophisticated Mid-Century club chairs designed by Erwin Lambeth. The chairs have been beautifully reupholstered in a luxurious fabric and are accented by the...
Chrome
Lacquered Linen Console Table in the style of Karl Springer.
Located in New York, NY
1980's Console table with molded edge in the Karl Springer Style. The table is wrapped in linen and has a Grey lacquered finish.
Linen, Wood, Lacquer
