Italian furniture brand Driade offers modern designs that are joyful, whimsical and slightly mischievous — words that might be used to describe the tree nymph of Greek mythology for which the company is named. Faye Toogood’s chunky, stout Roly Poly armchair and Fabio Novembre’s enigmatic Nemo chair — in which a backrest assumes the form of a human face — are just two examples of Driade’s eclectic furnishings.
Driade was founded in 1968 by brother and sister Enrico and Antonia Astori, and Adelaide Acerbi Astori, Enrico’s wife. Described by the company as a “factory of art,” Driade was focused solely on bringing distinctive and creative seating, case pieces and decorative objects to market in its early years. The brand sought to mass-produce decor and furniture that could also be seen as provocative works of art.
Driade's initial collaborations included Italian designers such as Enzo Mari, Nanda Vigo, Giotto Stoppino and Rodolfo Bonetto, to name a few. In the 1980s, the brand worked with influential and renowned designers from around the globe. In 1984, Driade partnered with French designer Philippe Starck and debuted his iconic Costes armchair during the same year. Projects with architects and furniture designers such as Ron Arad, Toyo Ito, Borek Sipek, Patricia Urquiola and others followed into the 2000s.
Over more than five decades — the company celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2018 — Driade’s fruitful partnerships have culminated in a vast catalog of chairs, sofas, coffee tables and other furnishings for the home and garden that evoke a unique and diverse blend of cultures.
Driade has also garnered international acclaim, winning the Compasso d’Oro award in 1979 and 2001 for Enzo Mari’s Delfira chair and ebony-finished, chipboard-top table, and again in 2008 for Ron Arad’s MT3 rocking armchair.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage and contemporary Driade tables, cabinets, armchairs and other furniture.
Roly Poly Polyethylene Sofa in Concrete with Cushions by Faye Toogood
By Faye Toogood, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The distinctive, reassuringly chunky lines of Faye Toogood’s Roly-Poly furniture collection become even more inviting in her new collaboration with Driade. The latest line for the It...
Fabric, Plastic
"Verlaine" Left and Right Sensuous Sofa by Lievore Altherr for Driade
By Lievore Altherr Molina, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Verlaine" is an elegant and sensuous sofa, designed by Lievore Altherr and manufactured by Driade, with a polimex and MDF structure, different densities polyurethane foams padding a...
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
2000s Philippe Starck for Driade Aleph White Leather Royalton Three Seat Sofa
By Philippe Starck, Driade
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Royalton sofa, originally designed by Philippe Starck in 1988. These particular pieces were produced by Driade in Italy in the 2000s. The sofa features curved front legs in...
Aluminum, Steel
$1,395 / item
Roly Poly Polyethylene Sofa in Ochre by Faye Toogood
By Driade, Faye Toogood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The distinctive, reassuringly chunky lines of Faye Toogood’s Roly-Poly furniture collection become even more inviting in her new collaboration with Driade. The latest line for the It...
Plastic
Roly Poly Polyethylene Sofa in Charcoal by Faye Toogood
By Faye Toogood, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The distinctive, reassuringly chunky lines of Faye Toogood’s Roly-Poly furniture collection become even more inviting in her new collaboration with Driade. The latest line for the It...
Plastic
Paolo Deganello Sofa "Squash" Model
By Paolo Deganello, Driade
Located in Red Lion, PA
Paolo Doganello Sofa Model Squash lacquered wood and metal, upholstered fabric Driade Manufacture Condition Fair, some usage wear and marks on the base. Pair available
Metal
"Elisa" Indoor Three-Seat Sofa Designed by Enzo Mari for Driade
By Enzo Mari, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Elisa" is a three-seat sofa, designed by Enzo Mari and manufactured by Driade, featuring a structure made of steel finished in black-brown epoxy paint, cushions in polyurethane foam...
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Gambadilegno Sofa by Enzo Mari for Driade, Italy, 1974
By Enzo Mari, Driade
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Gambadilegno Sofa by Enzo Mari for Driade, Italy, 1974 Enzo Mari (born April 27, 1932, in Novara, Italy–died October 19, 2020) was a noted Italian post-Modernist ...
Fabric, Wood
"Elisa" Outdoor Two-Seat Sofa Designed by Enzo Mari for Driade
By Driade, Enzo Mari
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Elisa" is an outdoor two-seat sofa, designed by Enzo Mari and manufactured by Driade, featuring a structure made of steel with protective cataphoresis treatment, finished in black-b...
Steel
Khaima Metal Sofa by Patrick Norguet for Driade, Contemporary Design
By Patrick Norguet, Driade
Located in Asti, Piemonte
A true open-air room—a soft, inviting contemporary retreat—Khaima evokes the form of a seashell thanks to its refined canopy design, created by the intersection of fabric triangles. ...
Metal
"Elisa" Outdoor Three-Seat Sofa Designed by Enzo Mari for Driade
By Driade, Enzo Mari
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Elisa" is an outdoor three-seat sofa, designed by Enzo Mari and manufactured by Driade, featuring a structure made of steel with protective cataphoresis treatment, finished in black...
Steel
"Out/In" Black and White Monobloc Sofa by P. Starck & E. Quitllet for Driade
By Driade, Philippe Starck, Eugeni Quitllet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Out/In" is an iconic sofa, designed by Philippe Starck with Eugeni Quitllet and manufactured by Driade, in polyethylene monobloc available in white or black colors with silver anodi...
Aluminum
"Elisa" Indoor Two-Seat Sofa Designed by Enzo Mari for Driade
By Enzo Mari, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Elisa" is a two-seat sofa, designed by Enzo Mari and manufactured by Driade, featuring a structure made of steel finished in black-brown epoxy paint, cushions in polyurethane foam o...
Steel
Ron Arad MT2 Sofa in Polyethylene for Driade
By Driade, Ron Arad
Located in Milan, IT
Innovation, experimentation of the materials and forms. This sofa is an iconic sculptural polyethylene monobloc sofa, designed by Ron Arad and manufactured by Driade, sand white colo...
Plastic
$5,059
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Faye Toogood Roly-Poly Stool Raw, Fiberglass, London 2018, Contemporary Seating
By Faye Toogood
Located in Barcelona, ES
Faye Toogood Roly-Poly stool raw London, 2018 Fiberglass Measurements: 40cm wide x 40cm deep x 40cm height 15.74in wide x 15.74in deep x 15.74in hei...
Fiberglass
$1,727 / item
H 19.88 in W 74.65 in D 29.5 in
Kartell Bubble Club 2-Seat Sofa in Zinc White by Philippe Starck
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A veritable icon made by Kartell, the mass-tinted polypropylene Bubble Club sofa was a Pioneer of a new concept in furniture accessories: the Industrial sofa made entirely of plastic...
Plastic
$2,910 / set
H 30.71 in W 18.9 in D 20.87 in
Set of Two Philippe Starck Caffee Costes Chair for ALEPH Driade 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Čelinac, BA
Philippe Starck Caffee Costes Armchairs for ALEPH Driade 1980s
Metal
$1,727 / item
H 19.88 in W 74.65 in D 29.5 in
Kartell Bubble Club 2-Seat Sofa in Light Grey by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A veritable icon made by Kartell, the mass-tinted polypropylene Bubble club sofa was a Pioneer of a new concept in furniture accessories: the Industrial sofa made entirely of plastic...
Plastic
$14,054 / item
H 31.5 in W 110.24 in D 37.8 in
Modern Almourol Leather Sofa, Olive Green, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Almourol Leather Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Almourol leather sofa draws inspiration from the distinctive contours of Almourol Castle, reflecting its irregular yet captivating silhouette. The asymmetrical design brings a unique allure to any room, while maintaining a harmonious aesthetic and contemporary elegance. Upholstered in premium Italian leather, the Almourol leather sofa reveals meticulous craftsmanship, with every stitch highlighting its refined artistry. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Almourol Sofa...
Leather, Mohair, Bouclé, Jacquard, Upholstery, Velvet
$8,432
H 15.56 in W 50.99 in D 27.56 in
Faye Toogood Roly-Poly Contemporary Dining Chair Raw, Fiberglass, London, 2018
By Faye Toogood
Located in Barcelona, ES
Faye Toogood Roly-Poly dining chair raw Manufactured by Faye Toogood London, 2018 Fiberglass Measurements 68cm wide x 50cm deep x 75cm hight 26.77in wide x 19.68in deep x 29...
Fiberglass
$995
H 18.5 in W 24.75 in D 16.5 in
Set of 2 "Roly Poly" Plastic Molded Chairs, Faye Toogood, Driade, Italy, c. 2010
By Faye Toogood
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a playful set of rare junior-sized "Roly Poly" chairs designed by Faye Toogood for the Italian firm Driade. The distinctive, reassuringly chunky lines of Toogood’s Roly-P...
Plastic
$1,500 / set
H 33 in W 22.4 in D 24.8 in
Pair of Roly Poly Armchairs in Pink with Cushions by Faye Toogood
By Driade, Faye Toogood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Faye Toogood’s signature Roly-Poly furniture, known for its bold, comforting curves, takes on a new life in her latest partnership with Italian design brand Driade. This updated coll...
Plastic
$10,683Sale Price|40% Off
H 30.32 in W 94.89 in D 44.89 in
Wittmann Vuelta Lounge Sofa by Jaime Hayon in STOCK
By Wittmann, Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
upholstered in Trieste ivory legs: Black grey powder coated Left facing Eclectic, exciting, Mediterranean Baroque – and yet wonderfully timeless. These are the characteristics that define the eye-catching style brought into being by the playful collaboration between Spanish artist and designer Jaime Hayon and Austrian furniture maker Wittmann. If the brief was to create furniture to counteract boredom, then it’s safe to say mission accomplished. Jaime Hayon’s collection for Wittmann truly brings colour into the picture, in every respect. Vuelta Lounge...
Fabric, Bouclé
Alanda vintage sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Alanda sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia. A true design product, typical of the 1990s. Made of Steel and upholstered in Grey color Alcantara, fully removable cover. Armrests and head...
Fabric
$3,912Sale Price|40% Off
H 107 in W 82 in D 76 in
Vintage Italian AEO lounge chair in black leather by Paolo Deganello - Cassina
By Paolo Deganello
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very stylish & rare AEO armchair in its original black leather. Designed by Paolo Deganello for Cassina. First owner (1978) The Aeo chair was the last product designed in 1973 by P...
Leather
Philippe Starck “Costes” Dining Chair for Driade, 1984
By Philippe Starck, Driade
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Philippe Starck “Costes” dining chairs for Driade, leather, plywood and steel, Italy, 1984 There are objects universally recognized as icons. Costes easy chair that, in 1984, marked...
Leather, Plywood
$4,980Sale Price|59% Off
H 27.56 in W 35.44 in D 78.75 in
Tacchini Solar Daybed by Faye Toogood in STOCK
By Faye Toogood
Located in New York, NY
Solar Daybed Upholstered in: VITE/01 CAT V Calm and sophisticated manifesto of contemporary style, Solar sits at the heart of Toogood’s Cosmic collection. An upholstered sofa that ...
Fabric
$2,248
H 41.34 in W 29.53 in D 31.11 in
Paolo Deganello AEO armchair, Archizoom Group, Cassina, Italy, 1970's
By Paolo Deganello, Cassina, Archizoom Associati
Located in TOURS, FR
AEO lounge chair designed by Paolo Deganello, a leading figure of the Italian Radical Design movement. Originally conceived in the 1970s, the chair exemplifies Deganello’s experiment...
Metal
$44,973
H 35.44 in W 78.75 in D 33.47 in
Roly Poly Daybed/Chaise by Faye Toogood UK 2018 Contemporary Design Fibreglass
By Faye Toogood
Located in Barcelona, ES
In a translucent fibreglass that appears almost faded, this rounded two-piece daybed comprises a spherical headrest and tablet-like body, both formed from glossy fibreglass. Fibregla...
Fiberglass
Royalton Sofa
By Driade, Philippe Starck
Located in Toronto, CA
This whimsical sofa with its sweeping and dramatic high back was designed by French Designer Philippe Starck - one of many pieces originally designed fo...
Steel
Enzo Mari Gambadilegno Sofas Driade, Italy, 1974
By Enzo Mari, Driade
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Playful and cosy Gambadilegno sofa's designed by Enzo Mari and manufactured by Driade, Italy 1974. These sofa's were made in very small production only and makes these very difficult...
Fabric, Pine
Postmodern "Squash" Sofa by Paolo Deganello for Driade, 1981
By Paolo Deganello, Driade
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Rare model "Squash" sofa designed by Paolo Deganello, cofounder of Archizoom Group, for Driade in 1981. This beautiful Postmodern piece is composed of a lacquered metal structure and...
Metal
Sold
H 33.4 in W 81.1 in D 59.8 in
"Neoz" Castored Deep Three-Seat Sofa Designed by Philippe Starck for Driade
By Philippe Starck, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Neoz" is a deep three-seat sofa, designed by Philippe Starck and manufactured by Driade, backed by 12 throw cushions, with aluminum casting leg terminals provided with nylon castors...
Aluminum