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Stressless Recliner View Cross Chair With Ottoman
Fitted with a longer and slimmer back this recliner is great for those of us who need some extra length in the back. It also has an elegant and comfortable neck support which can be adapted to users of a variety of heights. Comes in small, medium, and large sizes.
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Stressless® View Recliner with Cross Base and Ottoman
Introduce a sense of modern, streamlined tranquility to your living space. When designing an interior that emphasizes clean architectural lines and high-end wellness, selecting the right piece from a collection of modern manual reclining chairs is crucial. This detailed review explores the Stressless® View Recliner featuring the Cross Base and matching Ottoman by Ekornes. This specific model is highly regarded by design purists who want deep, supportive comfort packaged in an exceptionally elegant, elongated format.
1. Sleek, Tall Scandinavian Aesthetics
The Stressless View stands out instantly due to its unique, elongated backrest. Unlike traditional overstuffed models, the View has a clean-lined, contemporary profile that is slightly taller and slimmer. It features a beautifully integrated, pillow-soft neck cushion that slides smoothly over the back, giving the chair a sophisticated, architectural silhouette that works incredibly well in modern and mid-century modern spaces.
This tall, elegant frame is paired with the striking Cross Base. By swapping out a traditional wooden pedestal for a sleek, star-shaped metal foundation, the View is given a sharp, urban edge. The base combines polished or matte black aluminum with subtle wood veneer accents, striking a flawless balance between organic warmth and cool, contemporary styling.
2. The Core Differentiator: BalanceAdapt™ Kinetic Movement
While the upper portion of the chair provides a beautifully tall and tailored sit, the Cross Base transforms how you relax by introducing natural kinetic movement completely independent of motors, gears, or power cords:
- BalanceAdapt™ System: Built directly into the star-shaped metal base, this system allows the entire chair to subtly rock and tilt. As you shift your weight, the seat and backrest angle adjust automatically, keeping your body in perfect balance and delivering a incredibly soothing rocking motion.
- The Glide™ System: Working in perfect harmony with the rocking mechanism, the Glide wheels respond seamlessly to your body. Simply adjust the side tension dials once to your weight, and you can recline smoothly just by leaning back.
3. Key Comfort and Ergonomic Enhancements
The View Cross is engineered to protect your posture and align your spine, especially if you have a taller frame:
- Optimized Backrest Height: As the tallest backrest model in the classic Stressless series, the View is specifically designed to provide full-body and head support for taller individuals, preventing the head and neck strain that can happen in standard-height recliners.
- The Plus™ System: As you recline or rock, the internal steel framework continuously reads your angle. It automatically adjusts to provide continuous, perfect support to your lumbar region and neck, keeping your spine flawlessly aligned.
- Ergonomic Footstool: The separate ottoman is angled to match the natural bend of your knees. It features a built-in tilt function that shifts with your legs, easing joint pressure and promoting healthy blood circulation.
- 360-Degree Swivel: The sleek metal base houses a smooth swivel mechanism, allowing you to easily rotate the chair to join a conversation or take in a view.
4. Dimensions and Spatial Fit
The View provides a generous seating area while keeping its visual footprint remarkably compact. The standard dimensions for the Medium size are:
- Width: 32.7 inches
- Depth: 31.9 inches
- Maximum Height: 42.9 inches
- Seat Height: 17.3 inches
Comfort Note: Because of its taller backrest, the View is an absolute favorite for taller users. Testing the chair in person is highly recommended to feel how the integrated head cushion aligns with your head and neck for personalized support.
5. How the View Cross Compares
To ensure this exact model is the right addition to your home, here is how the View compares to other options:
- Compared to the View with Classic Base: The Classic base utilizes an all-wood hourglass shape and is entirely stationary. If you prefer a completely firm, stationary sit with no swaying, choose the Classic. If you want a soft, fluid, and soothing rocking motion, the Cross Base with BalanceAdapt is the necessary upgrade.
- Compared to the Reno or Mayfair: While the Reno and Mayfair feature overstuffed, puffy cushions, the View is designed with a more structured, clean-lined, and contemporary aesthetic. It offers a slightly firmer, highly supportive sit that maintains its neat shape beautifully over time.
6. Uncompromising Build Quality and Warranty
Handcrafted in Norway with an unwavering commitment to sustainability, your Stressless chair is an investment protected by an elite warranty:
- 10 Years: Internal steel reclining mechanism and structural frame.
- 10 Years: Molded cold-cured foam (ensuring the seat retains its shape).
- 5 Years: The wood and aluminum base components.
- 1 Year: Premium leather or fabric upholstery.
7. Elevate Your Lifestyle
The Stressless® View Recliner with the Cross Base and Ottoman is a brilliant achievement in modern design and ergonomic engineering. It takes a sleek, tall backrest and pairs it with a beautiful, rocking star-base, bringing ultimate physical restoration and classic Scandinavian elegance right into your home.
Step into a new world of comfort. We invite you to visit our showroom to experience the gentle rocking motion of the BalanceAdapt™ system in person. Our knowledgeable design consultants are ready to walk you through our extensive collection of authentic Stressless recliners, helping you find the perfect leather grade and custom finish to complete your perfect room.
| Material | |
|---|---|
| Base | |
| Leg Color | Black, Silver |
| Size | |
| Paloma Leather Options | Funghi, Dark Henna, Dark Olive, Silver Grey, Vanilla, Light Grey, Metal Grey, Neutral Grey, Oxford Blue, Black, Beige, Sand, Shadow Blue, Chocolate, Fog, Honey, New Cognac, Copper, Almond, Dark Mushroom, Mushroom, Bordeaux, Cherry, Sparrow Blue, Teal Blue, Breezy Blue, Rock, Taupe, Chestnut, Shadow Green, Sage Green |
| Batick Leather Options | Henna, Latte, Milky White, Mole, Cream, Platinum Grey, Black, Yellow, New Caramel, Bordeaux, Lazuli Blue, Atlantic Blue, Grey, Wild Dove, Brown, Warm Brown, Thyme Green |
| Noblesse Leather Options | Grey, Black, Tigereye |
| Daisy Fabric Options | Henna, Grey, Dark Grey, Sand, Copper, Blue, Beige, Green |
| Dinamica Fabric Options | Mole, Grey, Charcoal, Dark Grey, Black, Sand, Red, Berry Red, Blue, Light Blue, Aqua, Dark Beige, Chestnut, Green |
| Calido Fabric Options | Olive, Honey, Light Grey, Dark Grey, Saffron, Blue, Jeans Blue, Light Beige, Brown, Green |
Dimensions
SMALL: W30.75″ x D30.75″ x H42.5″
Seat Height: 16.5″
Seat Depth: 20″
MEDIUM: W32.25″ x D31″ x H42″
Seat Height: 16.5″
Seat Depth: 20.75″
LARGE: W35.75″ x D33.5″ x H43.25″
Seat Height: 18″
Seat Depth: 21.25″
Functions
Plus System
The headrest automatically adjusts as you recline – supporting your neck while you read, watch TV and rest. You also get ergonimically correct lumbar support in all positions.
Glide System
Set the tension of the Stressless wheels once and adjust your sitting position simply by using your body weight.
BalanceAdapt
Subtle rocking increases the comfort – it’s all about finding the right balance. With BalanceAdapt the sitting angle automatically adjusts to your body’s tiniest movement.
Base
The Cross base is modern and clean, combining beautiful wood details with polished or matte black aluminum. The rounded profile on armrests and base form an elegant unity. The Cross base features 360° swivel and the comfortable BalanceAdapt™-system.
Materials
Paloma: Paloma is a slightly corrected leather with a combination of dyes and pigments that smoothes some of the leather’s structure (grain pattern). However, the grain structure of Paloma may vary slightly in some parts of the furniture, and minor colour nuances may also occur. Natural marks, scars, and insect bites remain and will appear in Paloma. A thin coat of lacquer gives Paloma some protection and simplifies cleaning, but Paloma does not have the same heavy-duty quality and protection as Batick and Cori. Due to its soft, natural, and comfortable expression, Paloma is a very popular choice.
Batick: Batick is a corrected, pigment-improved, and grain-embossed upholstery leather, which has had most of its natural marks removed. Batick may have a two-tone colour effect to liven up the surface. Batick is resistant to fading, although changes in colour will occur over time with use and exposure to light. A protective layer of lacquer simplifies cleaning. Simple cleaning, excellent utilization properties, and a favorable price make Batick a good choice.
Noblesse: Noblesse is the most exclusive quality leather offered by Stressless. A full-grain semi-aniline, it is dyed all the way through and has only a thin protective topcoat. This enables the leather to retain the natural softness and luster that characterises first-class furniture leather. A natural material like Noblesse retains its original grain and structure. Minor colour nuances and skin blemishes may also occur. Such individual details may lead to slight variations in different parts of the furniture. Although the topcoat provides a certain level of protection, Noblesse is the most delicate of the leathers used by Ekornes. It absorbs moisture easily and is more vulnerable to wear and tear, heat, sunlight, spills, and perspiration. Regular maintenance is important to maintain its attractive appearance.
Daisy: Daisy is an exceptionally soft and comfortable fabric made from recycled bottles. The silky-soft fiber is weaved with a light structure and a soft pile. The harmonious colour palette has a nice sheen and play created by a weave with different nuances and structure. Daisy is a good choice if you are looking for a sustainable and strong fabric with a soft touch and easy maintenance.
Dinamica: Dinamica is a well-known micro fibre-quality fabric, with an appearance that resembles suede leather. It is soft and very comfortable, breathable and non-static. Easy to keep clean and highly wear resistant.
Calido: Calido is a wool fabric with an exclusive look and feels comfortable and soft next to your skin. The fabric is available in a diverse and exclusive colour palette. Wool is a natural fibre that breathes, making it feel warm when it is cold and cool when it is hot.
Grace: Grace is a hardwearing fabric made from syntetic fibres. The soft, silky texture provides a fine sheen and an attractive interplay of colours. It has a high wear resistance, long durabilty and is easy to clean.
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