Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Bespoke Seating Solutions for Theatres Corporate & Education Spaces
Established in 1945, Race Furniture has spent eight decades shaping how people experience spaces through innovative seating solutions. Our collaboration with Burwell Architects and Loughborough University led to the development of Connect, an award-winning collaborative seating system that transforms traditional lecture theatres into dynamic learning environments. With expertise in theatre, corporate auditorium, and education seating, we combine timeless British design with contemporary functionality. Our commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through FSC-approved materials and 80%+ recycled steel content in seats.We offer bespoke specifications including custom dimensions, diverse finishes, and integrated technology solutions. Our products undergo rigorous fire testing to BS 5852:2006 standards while maintaining disassembly capabilities for component reuse. From historic playhouses to modern corporate spaces, our seating solutions enhance acoustics, comfort, and aesthetic impact across diverse environments.
Services
Bespoke Seating
Refurbishment
3D Visualisation
Metrodeck Tiering
Details
- Year established: 1945
Highlights and features
- We have 80 years of experience in British seating design innovation
- Our Connect system was developed with Burwell Architects and Loughborough University
- All seats contain 80%+ recycled steel content with FSC-approved materials
- We offer integrated technology solutions with power outlets and cable management
- Our products have won multiple industry awards for design excellence
Associations and certifications
- FSC
Services
Bespoke Seating
We create tailored seating solutions for theatres, corporate spaces, and educational institutions. Our designs combine ergonomic comfort with aesthetic appeal while maintaining compliance with BS 9999:2017 fire safety standards. Each solution incorporates client-specific dimensions and material choices.
Refurbishment
Our comprehensive refurbishment service extends furniture lifespan through component replacement and modernisation. We maintain original design integrity while updating materials to meet current safety standards and incorporating modern amenities like integrated power outlets.
3D Visualisation
We provide detailed 3D visualisations to demonstrate seating arrangements in specific spaces. This service includes spatial planning tools showing sightline optimisation and configuration possibilities for different room layouts and teaching styles.
Metrodeck Tiering
Our Metrodeck tiering solutions create flexible, multi-level seating arrangements. Designed for educational and corporate environments, these systems allow easy reconfiguration while maintaining accessibility compliance and optimal sightlines for all users.
Questions
What types of seating solutions do you offer?
We specialise in theatre, corporate auditorium, and education seating solutions with customisable dimensions, materials, and integrated technology options.
Are your products sustainable?
Yes, our seats contain 80%+ recycled steel and FSC-approved materials. We design for disassembly to enable component reuse and recycling.
Can you accommodate specific design requirements?
We offer full customisation including seat dimensions, back angles, upholstery choices, and integrated power/data solutions tailored to your space.
Do you work internationally?
Yes, we've completed projects globally including the Royal Opera House, Loughborough University, and venues in Dubai and Japan.
What fire safety standards do you meet?
Our products comply with BS 5852:2006 Clause 12 Ignition Source 5 (Crib 5) medium hazard fire safety standards.
