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.
1980's Oval shaped Brass, Steel and Glass Coffee Table by Ron Seff
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully constructed 1980's coffee table by Ron Seff The Brass Oval shaped coffee table is supported by stainless steel rods and brass appointments.
Brass, Stainless Steel
Crackled Glass Dining Table with a Base of Lucite and Brass
Located in New York, NY
Crackled glass dining table with a base of thick lucite cylinders and brass fittings.
Brass
Low Pedestal, or Coffee Table Base of Wood and Brass with a Faux Stone Finish
Located in New York, NY
Low pedestal, which may be used as a coffee table base. It is of wood with a faux stone finish and brass accent. The table has a 36" 3/4" glass top.
Brass
Brass and Onyx Table by Robert & Mito Block
By Muller of Mexico, Roberto and Mito Block
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful brass and onyx table by Robert & Mito Block. The stunning onyx top has a thick brass edge banding and is mounted on polished brass scrolling legs.
Onyx, Brass
Glamorous Rare JAMES MONT Carved Gilt Leafed Coffee Table
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
1950's Glamorous Rare coffee table by James Mont. The newly restored gilt leafed coffee table with a beautiful glazed finish with red bleeding through is enhanced by ornately carved ...
Wood
1980's Lucite Coffee Table with Internal Bubbles
Located in New York, NY
1980's Lucite and glass coffee table. The lucite columns have wonderful internal bubbles randomly achieved during the pouring of the lucite to make each column unique. Each leg s...
Chrome
Design Institute of America Revolving Brass & Tinted Glass Coffee Table
By Design Institute America
Located in Wilton, CT
Stunning piece of art & design by the Design Institute of America. A dynamically kinetic piece that transforms with the touch of your hand. In a closed position this piece is a m...
Brass
Ring Square Coffee Table in Brass Frame & Transparent Top by Serena Confalonieri
By Serena Confalonieri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant like jewellery, the Ring coffee tables are inspired by raw cuts of precious stones prior to being mounted into rings. The choice of materials is aimed to emphasise this inspiration behind the collection. The metal base structures are available in several variants each of which corresponds to a geometric form. Like in jewellery design, the glass tops in transparent or light colours are literally set onto the base structures. Serena is an indipendent designer and art director based in Milano. She works on product, graphic and textile design projects and collaborates with many italian and international companies. Her works are placed in-between product and graphic design: an accurate research on the surfaces is always present in her projects. After a Master Degree in Interior Design, she started her career working in many architecture and design practices in Milano, Barcelona and Berlin, and collaborating with the Interior Design Faculty of Politecnico di Milano as assistant professor. In 2013 she makes her debut at Milano Design Week with her Flamingo rug...
Brass
Italian Polished Brass Coffee Table
Located in Montreal, QC
Mid-Century modern polished brass square side-table with smoked glass top.
Brass
Custom Handmade Modern Polished Brass and Glass Coffee Table or Dining Table
Located in Highwood, IL
Custom Hand-made of Solid Brass and available as both, a Coffee Table, Dining Room Table or Center Hall height. The four grooved legs are connected with a highly polished band offering not only stability, but adding a bit more style to this already engaging table. The pyramid shaped fasteners used to hold it all...
Brass
Brass Glass Coffee Table
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Elegant vintage French brass and glass table, from circa 1960. Firm rectangular shape, in a sleek form. Note the quality solid glass top and brass joining work. Super item.
Brass
Elegant Coffee Table in Glass and Brass
Located in Tilburg, NL
Very elegant coffee table in glass and brass. A classic design with flowing lines, great curves and a wonderful interplay between the different materials. Due to the glass this is...
Brass
