The work of architecture and design studio ATRA seamlessly blends the minimalist appeal of Scandinavian modernism with bold Mexican brutalism. Forever seeking to innovate, ATRA founder and creative director Alexander Díaz Andersson continues to embrace woodworking traditions while also working with marble, brass, travertine and more in the design of the studio’s side tables, desks, chairs and other furnishings.
Díaz Andersson was born and raised in Sweden. His Mexican mother and Swedish paternal grandparents worked in the furniture industry. He was naturally drawn to furniture design and architecture and was inspired by the Bauhaus, the clean lines attributed to the work of Finnish furniture designer Alvar Aalto, Italian architect-designer Carlo Scarpa’s building projects and the abstract creations of American sculptor Richard Serra.
After studying design at the European Institute of Design in Spain, Díaz Andersson moved to Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula — where he became fascinated with the local history of woodworking. Impressed with the workmanship and drawn to Mexican furniture, he began to envision a way to marry their traditional construction techniques with modern furniture production technology.
Díaz Andersson opened ATRA in 2009 in Mexico City. The company’s first architectural commission was to design the Hejal — the holy Torah scrolls’ storage cabinet/altar — for the Birkat Itzjak Synagogue in Mexico City. The design was critically acclaimed and was the company’s watershed project, which launched their success as a prominent player in the design space.
ATRA’s Flow chair won a Gold A’Design Award in 2019. The studio has been featured in several design and architecture magazines, including Wallpaper, Architectural Digest and Surface.
On 1stDibs, find ATRA seating, tables, garden elements and more.
$15,300 / item
Mantis Sofa, by ATRA
By Alexander Andersson Diaz, ATRA
Located in New York, NY
The Mantis Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] L 2400 mm / 94.5” D 920 mm / 36.2” H 740 mm / 29.1” SH 425 mm / 16.7” All ATRA pieces are produced in-house within our four atel...
Stainless Steel
Venfield Modern Sofa /Daybed
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Stylish Modern sofa with 6 back pillows and low, wide arms. This sofa's deep single seat cushion is perfectly sized to serve as a daybed or single bed for ...
Steel
Vintage Daybed Leather Sofa Atrium by Wittmann
By Wittmann
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Wittman leather sofa daybed. Model Atrium. Black leather. Folds out to create a guest bed for two people. Vintage used condition. Dimensions per sleeping space: 200 x 90 cm The fa...
Metal
$11,380 / item
H 28.35 in W 81.5 in D 44.1 in
Contemporary Twins Curved Sofa, Beige Woven, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Twins Curved Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Twins curved sofa and its matching daybed share the same genes, yet each maintains a distinct identity, forming a pair defined by perfect asymmetry. With sculptural curves and sumptuous upholstery, the Twins curved sofa embodies both contemporary elegance and refined artistry, creating a lounging experience of unparalleled comfort. A favorite among designers, it stands as the ideal centerpiece for today’s most sophisticated interiors. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Twins Sofa...
Fabric, Wood, Leather, Bouclé
Midcentury Tiger Oak Daybed/Sofa by Marge Carson
By Marge Carson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury tiger oak daybed/sofa by Marge Carson. This sofa is a wonderful piece that can use as a daybed or a sofa giving it two unique purposes. It features a tiger oak wood frame ...
Brass
Italian Sofa Model GS-195 by Gianni Songia for Sormani
By Sormani, Gianni Songia
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian sofa / daybed by Gianni Songia, model “GS-195” for Sormani, Italy, 1960s. Frame of rosewood, reupholstered with black and white fabric. Adjustable backrest that can easily se...
Fabric, Hardwood
Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in Orange
By Kartell, Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trix is made up of three different elements connected by an elegant system of elastics which can transform and adapt to different uses through easy rotation. Trix can be an original two-person pouf, a comfortable bed...
Fabric, Plastic
Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in Black
By Piero Lissoni, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trix is made up of three different elements connected by an elegant system of elastics which can transform and adapt to different uses through easy rotation. Trix can be an original two-person pouf, a comfortable bed...
Fabric, Plastic
Rare No. 853 Daybed / Sofa by Cassina
By Cassina
Located in Munich, DE
Back can be turned to use the complete seating area as daybed.
Metal
$3,415Sale Price|40% Off
H 29.53 in W 76.78 in D 35.44 in
Rare Sleep-O-Matic Sofa / Daybed by Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Munich, DE
Made by arflex. Can be pulled out as bed.
Fabric
Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in White
By Piero Lissoni, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trix is made up of three different elements connected by an elegant system of elastics which can transform and adapt to different uses through easy rotation. Trix can be an original two-person pouf, a comfortable bed...
Fabric, Plastic
$9,013Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 28.94 in W 73.63 in D 43.51 in
Modern Conchula Corner Sofa, White Boucle, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Conchula Corner Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Conchula corner sofa is a room-defining fur...
Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Oak
$5,910 / item
H 27.96 in W 59.06 in D 27.56 in
Modern Sofa Gropius CS1 by Noom, Two-Seater, Upholstered, Minimalist Design
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
New NOOM furniture collection is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Bauhaus School in Germany. Ideas of functionalism and conciseness, the combination of Craft...
Fabric, Wool, Sheepskin, Bouclé, Cotton, Jacquard, Linen, Faux Fur, Foam...