The name Edra is derived from the Greek word exedra, meaning a space for conversation and socialization. True to its name, the Italian furniture manufacturer creates beautiful seating like sofas and armchairs, as well as coffee tables and end tables to go with them. Its unique and heritage-quality modern pieces are sure to become the classics of tomorrow.
Edra was established in 1987 in Tuscany with the goal of combining traditional craftsmanship and technological innovation into a new style of collectible design. The company wanted to challenge established ideas about how living room furniture such as chairs, tables and cabinets are to look and function, deploying cutting-edge materials and working with unique shapes to produce exciting designs that disrupted the design world.
Part of Edra’s success has been due to its fruitful collaborations with acclaimed designers. The company has worked with Italian designer Francesco Binfare since 1992, producing the iconic Tangeri, Angels, Flap and Essential seating collections. Jacopo Foggini, known for his own innovative designs, is another frequent Edra collaborator. In 2022, Edra and Foggini released the sea-inspired A'mare collection of translucent blue outdoor furniture made from polycarbonate.
Edra has also represented Italy on several international sporting stages. The company was an official furniture supplier for the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, the 2018 Olympics in Pyeongchang and the 2022 Alpine Skiing World Championships in Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Since its founding, the company's contemporary furniture has been added to museums around the world. Today, Edra's designs are held in the collections of New York City’s Museum of Modern Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum.
In 2022, Edra also exhibited at the Salone Del Mobile, where the brand debuted a chic, pebble-inspired sofa — On the Rocks — that demonstrates the company's continued commitment to originality and ingenuity.
On 1stDibs, find Edra seating, tables and case pieces.
Francesco Binfaré Shark Sofa in Metal and Dark Brown Fabric by Edra Italy
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in Cascina, Pisa
Sofa model Shark with a structure in chromed metal, wood, chromed backrest, and ground support, padding in polyurethane foam covered with dark brown fabric. Designed by Francesco Bi...
Metal
$19,469 / item
H 29.93 in W 59.06 in D 125.99 in
Great Italian On The Rocks modular sofa in orange by Francesco Binfaré for EDRA
By Francesco Binfaré
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
On the Rocks by Edra — A Sculptural Masterpiece in Motion Design by Francesco Binfaré Discover a rare blend of artistry, comfort, and radical flexibility with On the Rocks — the mo...
Fabric
Corbeille Leather Sofa by Francesco Binfare for Edra
By Edra, Francesco Binfaré
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A post modern "Corbeille" Sofa by Francesco Binfare for Edra. Eight leather cushions are are held in place by an accordion style tubular metal frame. Original leather upholstery. Sou...
Metal
$19,150
H 29.53 in W 133.86 in D 125.99 in
On the Rocks Sofa by Francesco Binfaré for Edra, Italy, 2004
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in Antwerp, BE
Designed by Francesco Binfaré for Edra in 2004, On the Rocks is a bold, sculptural sectional sofa made up of three seating elements and one large, freely positioned backrest. With no...
Fabric
$6,489
H 29.14 in W 47.25 in D 42.52 in
Edra “Corbeille” Armchair by Francesco Binfaré in Original White Leather, Italy
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in amstelveen, NL
Sculptural white leather Corbeille armchair by Francesco Binfaré for Edra, Italy. This exceptional lounge chair features generously padded, overstuffed upholstery in its original wh...
Steel
$10,667 / item
H 30.32 in W 92.52 in D 37.41 in
Contemporary Modern Cassette Sofa in Fabric & Wood by Collector Studio
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Cassete sofa was designed by Alter Ego for Collector Studio. DIMENSIONS W 235 cm 92,5” D 95 cm 37,4” H 77cm 30.3” PRODUCT FEATURES Structure in Smoked Oak wood. Upholstered in f...
Fabric, Oak
$8,495 / item
H 27.56 in W 82.68 in D 41.34 in
Wood Frame, Organic Dark Brown Fabric Modular Sofa by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Modular sofa by kar Dimensions: W 210 x D 105 x H 70 cm Materials: Fabric, MDF Frame Kar, is the root of Sanskrit Karma, meaning karmic repetition. We seek the cause and effect in ...
Fabric
Edra Grande Soffice Sofa and Footstool
By Edra, Francesco Binfaré
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Grande Soffice Sofa and Footstool by Edra, a luxurious addition to any living space. The sofa boasts a soft and inviting design, with plush cushions filled with goose...
Fabric, Foam
$22,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 16 in W 83 in D 22 in
Large Francesco Binfare ON THE ROCKS Sectional Sofa, 4 Pcs.
By Edra
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Francesco Binfare (Italian, b. 1939); Edra (Italy) Marking(s); notes: Edra label, Edra imprint Materials: upholstery, plastic (feet) Dimensions (H, W, ...
Upholstery
$10,667 / item
H 30.3 in W 92.5 in D 37.4 in
Contemporary Modern Cassete Sofa in Fabric & Wood by Collector Studio
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Cassete sofa was designed by Alter Ego for Collector Studio. DIMENSIONS W 235 cm 92,5” D 95 cm 37,4” H 77cm 30.3” PRODUCT FEATURES Structure...
Fabric, Oak
$10,667 / item
H 30.3 in W 92.5 in D 37.4 in
Contemporary Modern Cassete Sofa in Dark Brown & Wood by Collector Studio
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Cassete sofa was designed by Alter Ego for Collector Studio. Dimension W 235 cm 92,5” D 95 cm 37,4” H 77cm 30.3” Product features Structure in smoked oak wood. Upholstered ...
Fabric, Oak
TOPKAPI Sofa, Francesco Binfaré, Cassina
By Cassina, Francesco Binfaré
Located in Neuss, NW
TOPKAPI sofa from the 1980s by Francesco Binfaré for Cassina. High-quality frame with tubular steel feet in black and the original leather cover in black and red. Quality Features: ...
Steel
$10,667 / item
H 30.3 in W 92.5 in D 37.4 in
Contemporary Modern Cassete Sofa in Fabric & Wood by Collector Studio
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Cassete sofa was designed by Alter Ego for Collector Studio. Dimension W 235 cm 92,5” D 95 cm 37,4” H 77cm 30.3” Product features Structure in smoked oak wood. Upholstered ...
Fabric, Oak
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H 33.08 in W 137.8 in D 51.19 in
Italian Flap Sofa by Francesco Binfarè for Edra in White Leather
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Stunning white leather Flap sofa by Francesco Binfarè for Edra Italia A really iconic sofa by Edra.
Metal