Bill Amberg Studio and New York-based Elizabeth Roberts Architects proudly present their first ever collaboration – The Noble – a dining chair designed with the intention to fill the gap between formality and casual comfort.

Crafted in Somerset, the chair features a robust solid steel rod frame with the strongest welded joints and hot-pressed feet, finished in a bespoke set of enamelled colourways. The seat and backrest are made from vegetable-tanned saddlery leather, cut from the shoulder panel to retain its natural grain. The angle of the seat and back is carefully designed for maximum comfort, with canvas lining to prevent stretching. Each leather panel is individually hand-stitched to the frame using a traditional twin needle saddle stitch, ensuring durability and a rich patina that develops over time. Entirely made in the UK, the chair is crafted by local engineers, reducing transport emissions and ensuring a tightly controlled production process.

Both Bill Amberg Studio and Elizabeth Roberts Architects share a deep respect for craftsmanship and a drive to push design boundaries. Their forward-thinking approach values progression over nostalgia, seeking to refine and elevate materials and construction techniques for contemporary homes.

“People are looking for more lightness in their homes—lightness of touch, lightness of feel, more air and space. This approach led us to simplify the chair beautifully, with an emphasis on precise detailing. From the thickness of the steel bar to the height of the rails, the special feet we developed, and the hand-stitched leatherwork, every element contributes to a refined, lasting, and elegant piece of furniture,” comments Bill Amberg.

Vegetable-tanned leather is a hallmark of Bill Amberg Studio, chosen for its sustainable production method—using only tree bark and water in a centuries-old process. The material’s honesty is reflected in The Noble, a chair designed with no hidden fastenings or mechanical tricks—just pure, pared-down craftsmanship.

The Noble Chair is available for purchase via the Bill Amberg Studio online shop – click here for the listing.