Race Furniture
At Race Furniture, we design premium seating for the moments that matter. Founded in 1945 and inspired by the pioneering vision of British designer Ernest Race, we have over 70 years of experience. We proudly combine our rich British design heritage with modern innovation to create seating solutions for theatres, educational spaces, and corporate auditoriums.
Our seating is carefully made to support memorable experiences of performance, learning, and focus. From opening nights in theatres to graduation lectures and important business presentations, our products enhance how people feel, move, and connect within a room.
Every piece we create is designed for comfort, beauty, and long life. By blending timeless style with high quality, we ensure our seating provides quiet support and confidence during key events. Race Furniture transforms good spaces into great experiences, delivering lasting comfort and reliability that brings people together beautifully.
Liliput Road
Brackmills Industrial Estate
Northampton
NN4 7AS
United Kingdom
T: 01451 821446
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Read MoreNew Special Assistance Area at London Gatwick by Race
2 Oct 2018
Race Furniture were commissioned by London Gatwick Airport to furnish its new North Terminal lounge for passengers with reduced mobility (PRM). With the project representing an investment of £2m, the special assistance area has been designed to have the feel of a premium lounge and features bespoke chairs adapted by Race from its Ernest Race Heritage...
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Read MoreRace Furniture Celebrates 80 Years of Excellence and Innovation
17 Feb 2025
Race Furniture, a global leader in the design and manufacturing of premium auditorium and theatre seating, proudly celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2025. This remarkable milestone honours eight decades of pioneering craftsmanship, innovation, and a legacy that began with the visionary designer Ernest Race. A Legacy Worth Celebrating Founded in 1945 by Ernest Race, the...
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Read MoreUK MADE: Race Furniture
19 Jan 2021
Design Insider is thrilled to share one of the first articles as part of our latest campaign, MADE. Bespoke, British and Brilliant – take a look at behind the scenes at UK manufacturer Race Furniture… [Find Race Furniture on the BCFA Product Finder] Can you tell us about Race Furniture’s history? Race Furniture celebrated its...
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Read MoreRace’s Historical Product Launch Event
28 Mar 2019
After extensive research into the archive of iconic British designer, Ernest Race, Race Furniture and Ocee Design are enormously proud to launch a revival of the Ernest Race Heritage Collection. This much anticipated launch includes pieces that were made famous at the Festival of Britain in 1951, along with other true icons of mid-century furniture...
