Designer-couple Lisbeth and Gubi Olsen founded iconic Danish furniture and lighting manufacturer Gubi in Copenhagen in 1967. The brand is celebrated globally for its innovative chairs, lighting fixtures, mirrors, sofas and other furnishings and decor.
The company began as a platform to manufacture the textiles and furniture designed by Lisbeth and Gubi. Soon, the business model broadened. While recent contemporary pieces manufactured by Gubi such as GamFratesi’s Beetle chair have become darlings of today’s interiors, the company is also widely known as a leader in reissuing exquisite Scandinavian and other mid-century modern furniture by a range of design legends.
Swedish architect and interior designer Greta Magnusson Grossman — the first woman to receive a prize for furniture design from the Swedish Society of Industrial Design — emigrated to the United States and built 14 homes in Los Angeles in the postwar era that were inspired by the Case Study Houses. She furnished these homes with her own designs, and her impossibly sleek Grasshopper table lamps and floor lamps — created for Barker Bros. but today made by Gubi — were frequent fixtures in the interiors. Another Scandinavian architect and industrial designer, Louis Weisdorf designed the wildly popular Multi-Lite line of lighting fixtures, which were originally created during the early 1970s and reissued by Gubi in 2016.
Beyond lighting, Spanish designer Barbara Corsini created the distinctively geometric Pedrera coffee table during the mid-1950s that is now made by Gubi, while the Hungarian-born French master of postwar design, Mathieu Matégot, created the Tropique dining table and an elegant three-legged Nagasaki chair, both of which were reissued by the Danish brand. French furniture designer Pierre Paulin created the inviting, organically shaped Pacha lounge chair in 1975. This design yielded a loveseat and a sofa as well. All of these pieces were reissued by Gubi.
Since 2001, Gubi founders’ son, Jacob Olsen, has managed the company. He travels the world to uncover visionary current-day designers to partner with as well as those iconic decor and products of yesteryear that wholeheartedly deserve a second life.
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Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Diva Daybed by Gubi Olsen for Gubi, 1984
By Gubi, Gubi Olsen
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
The iconic Diva Daybed sofa was designed by Gubi Olsen for the Danish manufacturer GUBI in 1982. Although the concept itself originated in the early 1980s, the first official product...
Chrome
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 33 in W 48 in D 30 in
Danish Modern Solid Teak "Minerva" Daybed / Sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart
By Peter Hvidt, John Stuart
Located in San Diego, CA
An absolutely gorgeous Danish modern solid teak "Minerva" daybed / sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good original vintage condition with a brigh...
Teak, Chenille
Reupholstered Yugoslavian Mid-century Modern Teak Daybed
Located in Medina, OH
Yugoslavian Mid-century modern teak daybed refinished and reupholstered in a Crypton gray tweed from Greenhouse Fabrics. This piece is in perfect condition and is ready to be an addi...
Fabric, Wood
$4,552
H 34.26 in W 65.75 in D 30.71 in
Danish Mid-Century Sofa Attributed to Arne Hovmand-Olsen, 1950s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
A beautiful Danish mid-century sofa from the 1950s, attributed to Arne Hovmand-Olsen, although the design has not been verified. Featuring elegant lines and timeless Scandinavian pro...
Fabric, Oak
$7,700
H 28 in W 77 in D 27 in
Classic Danish Teak & cane Modular Sofa/ Daybed with table by Hans Olsen
By Design Bramin, Hans Olsen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early Production ! Retains original BRAMIN burn in label.. A verstile design by Hans Olsen, this highly functional sofa has a variety of uses. The table and two seats can be configu...
Fabric, Cane, Teak
$2,400Sale Price|40% Off
H 29 in W 72 in D 29 in
Mid century Scandinavian modern black leather sofa 3 seat Hans Olsen
By Hans Olsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern black leather sofa designed by Hans Olsen. All original soft black leather down filled cushions. Sofa is in good vintage condition all straps are good w...
Leather, Birch
$6,200
H 31 in W 70 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Sofa by Kurt Olsen Model 220 Papa Bear Style, 1960's
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian designed sofa by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk as Model 220. This iconic sofa has a slight curve to it ...
Wool
$5,995
H 28.5 in W 58.5 in D 31.2 in
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa By Ellekær & Norell For Coja
By Sven Ellekaer , Arne Norell
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Danish mid-century modern sofa by Ellekær & Norell for Coja is a striking example of Scandinavian design that prioritizes comfort, craftsmanship, and enduring style. The s...
Leather, Wood
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Sofa by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Danish modern sofa and By Westnofa out of Norway The frame is made of solid rosewood and has a beautiful woodgrain. Professionally refinished and reupholstered in tweed. Overall 75...
Rosewood
1950's Mid-Century Modern Folding Daybed / Sofa
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1950's Midcentury Modern foldable sofa / daybed for sale. Originally from the 1950's, and was professionally reupholstered in the 1960's. The owners ...
Silk
$7,950
H 31 in W 68 in D 31 in
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern "Cigar" Ge-240 Sofa by Hans Wagner for Getama
Located in Palm Desert, CA
** I only ship in the Continental US ** Presented is a beautiful Scandinavian modern GE 240/3 “Cigar” sofa, designed by celebrated Danish furniture designer Hans J. Wegner in 1955 a...
Teak, Leather, Oak
Poul Volther Diva Daybed Sofa Gemla, Denmark, 1959
By Poul Volther
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice sophisticated daybed sofa Model 981 designed by Poul M Volther and manufactured by Gemla, Denmark, 1959. This sofa is called 'Diva' and has a solid oak structure which can ...
Leather, Oak
Customizable Gubi Flaneur Sofa by Gamfratesi
By Gubi
Located in New York, NY
Product net weight Kg: 72 Gross Weight Kg: 77 Seating dimensions Dx Wx H: 100x180x75 Cm Seat height: 39 Cm Seat depth: 77 Cm Armrest height: 46 Cm Base leg thickness: Ø22 Cm F...
Textile
$8,799 / item
H 35.44 in W 82.68 in D 41.34 in
Customizable Gubi Bohemian 72 Lounge Chair by Gabriella Crespi
By Gubi, Gabriella Crespi
Located in New York, NY
Comprising a lounge chair, three-seater sofa, ottoman and floor lamp – all crafted from rattan – the Bohemian 72 Collection embodies Crespi’s ca...
Fabric, Rattan
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 87 in D 30 in
Vintage Norwegian Rosewood Sofa by Hans Olsen for Vatne
By Hans Olsen, Vatne Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home the refined simple luxury of mid-century Norwegian Modern furniture with this exceptionally exquisite sofa designed by Hans Olsen of Denmark for Norway's Vatne Møbler bran...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Rosewood
$8,799 / item
H 25.6 in W 69.3 in D 33.47 in
Customizable Gubi 2-Seater Pacha Outdoor Sofa by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
Price listed for the starting fabric category A. Legendary French designer Pierre Paulin originally designed the Pacha Lounge Chair in 1975. Paulin designed the chair in harmony wit...
Textile
Gubi Olsen Grand Piano Green Velvet Sofa
By Gubi Olsen
Located in Rochester, England
The Gubi Olsen Grand Piano Green Velvet Sofa is a striking fusion of mid-century charm and modern luxury. Designed by Gubi Olsen, its iconic curved shape mimics the fluid lines of a grand piano, making it both a functional piece and a statement of art. Upholstered in rich green velvet, the sofa exudes elegance while offering plush comfort. Sleek brass legs enhance its refined aesthetic, creating a sophisticated contrast against the sumptuous upholstery. Ideal for stylish living rooms or open spaces, the Grand Piano Sofa...
Velvet, Wood
First Edition 'Grand Piano' Sofa by Gubi Olsen
By Gubi Olsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Inspired by the shape of its musical instrument’s namesake, this graceful three-seat sofa-cum-chaise longue is crafted around a solid wood frame. Its sinuous form makes the Grand Pia...
Aluminum