With deep roots in Scandinavian modernism — as well as foundational partnerships with designers such as Nanna Ditzel and Ross Littell — the textiles aficionados at Kvadrat consistently push the envelope in their concepts for rugs and carpets, window coverings and upholstered furniture.
Kvadrat is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of textiles and textile products, and the company is also well known for the lounge chairs, sofas and canapes upholstered in its revered fabrics. These furnishings include seating created by Danish mid-century master Finn Juhl, which is today upholstered in a range of Kvadrat materials and manufactured by House of Finn Juhl.
Kvadrat was established on Denmark’s east coast in 1968 to provide textile solutions for residential and commercial interiors. The company is focused on eco-conscious processes and prioritizes sustainability — its brand Really creates products from textile waste — and its bold designs and technological advancements helped Kvadrat become a leader in Europe's high-end textile market.
A series of successful partnerships have also kept Kvadrat thriving over the long term. In 2001, it partnered with New York-based textile company Maharam to operate joint ventures in Australia. The partnership was a success for both companies and led to collaborations with leading designers and artists like Peter Saville, Patricia Urquiola and Thomas Demand.
In 2014, Kvadrat also partnered with fashion designer Raf Simons, who used the manufacturer's textiles in his menswear lines. The designs debuted on runways in Paris when Simons presented his Autumn/Winter 2015 and Autumn/Winter 2016 collections.
In 2018, Kvadrat announced another new partnership, this time with American-based furniture company Haworth. It was a natural fit for the two family-owned and design-oriented companies, and Haworth now offers its high-performance furniture to clients worldwide that is upholstered in Kvadrat fabrics.
Kvardrat’s textiles have been integrated into projects all over the world such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, Yves Saint Laurent in Paris and elsewhere. In 2022, the company held a pop-up space in Chicago’s Fulton Market during NeoCon.
On 1stDibs, find a collection seating and other furniture upholstered in Kvardrat fabrics.
Pair of Esko Pajamies Lounge Chairs in Raf Simons Fabric, Merva Finland, 1960s
By Esko Pajamies, Raf Simons, Kvadrat, Merva Merivaara.
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare pair of lounge chairs was designed by Esko Pajamies and produced by the Finnish company Merva in the 1960s. The rectangular shape of the seat, armrests and ba...
Steel, Chrome
Augusto Bozzi 'Lotus' Adjustable Lounge Chair, Saporiti, Italy, 1960s
By Kvadrat, Augusto Bozzi, Saporiti
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare lounge chair was designed by Augusto Bozzi and produced by Saporiti, Italy in the early 1960s. The model is named Lotus. The striking design is marked by the metal hairpin ...
Metal, Brass
$3,970 / set
H 28.35 in W 35.44 in D 27.56 in
Brutalist Oak Lounge Chairs by Esko Pajamies for ASKO, Finland (1970s)
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Almelo, NL
Brutalist Oak Lounge Chairs by Esko Pajamies for ASKO, Finland (1970s) These are rare versions of the brutalist lounge chairs designed by Esko Pajamies for ASKO in Finland during th...
Upholstery, Oak
$2,495 / set
H 37 in W 26.75 in D 39 in
Bentwood 'Koivutaru' Chair & Ottoman Esko Pajamies for ASKO, Finland, c. 1970's
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Deland, FL
This absolutely exquisite 'Koivutaru' armchair with matching ottoman from the 70's in the rare combination of afromosia and oxblood red leather was ahead of it's time. Designed by the visionary Finnish designer Esko Pajamies for Asko in 1977, this chair model would later inspire the ubiquitous POÄNG chair...
Rosewood
Asko Bonanza by Esko Pajamies
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Armchair with black leather cushions.
Leather, Wood
Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti 'Ariston' Chair in Teak
By Augusto Bozzi, Saporiti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, 'Ariston' dining chairs, teak, iron and brass, Italy, 1957 Elegant 'Ariston' chair designed by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti. The chairs are made of a solid bend plywood...
Brass, Iron
$1,950 / item
H 30.71 in W 22.05 in D 18.12 in
Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti 'Ariston' Dining Chairs in Teak
By Augusto Bozzi, Saporiti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, 'Ariston' dining chairs, teak, iron and brass, Italy, 1957. Elegant Ariston chairs designed by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti. The chairs are made of a solid bend plywood...
Brass, Iron
1960s Bonanza 2-Seat Sofa by Esko Pajamies for Asko
By Esko Pajamies
Located in London, Lambeth
Two-seat sofa designed by Esko Pajamies for Asko Oak structure upholstered with original patinated soft brown leather .Remains in very good vintage conditions circa 1960s Finland.
Oak
Casa Finland, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1960s
By Casa Finland
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and floral-printed fabric lounge chairs produced by Casa Finland, Brazil, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.5"H x 33.75"W x...
Fabric, Wood
$15,900 / set
H 25.99 in W 29.53 in D 40.56 in
Pair of "Polar" Lounge Chairs by Esko Pajamies, Finland 1960s
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of “Polar” lounge chairs was designed by the eminent Finnish designer, Esko Pajamies, and produced by Lahden Lepokalusto Oy Finland during the 1960s. These leather chairs ...
Leather, Wood
$14,800 / set
H 24.5 in W 28.5 in D 22.5 in
Olof Ottelin, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Leather, Fabric, Finland, 1960s
By Olof Ottelin
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of blue-lacquered wood, leather and blue floral-printed fabric lounge chairs, model Jumbo, designed by Olof Ottelin and produced by Kervo Snickerifabrik for Stockmann AB, Finl...
Fabric, Wood, Leather
$14,800 / set
H 24.5 in W 28.5 in D 22.5 in
Olof Ottelin, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Leather, Fabric, Finland, 1960s
By Olof Ottelin
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of green-lacquered wood, leather and green floral-printed fabric lounge chairs, model Jumbo, designed by Olof Ottelin and produced by Kervo Snickerifabrik for Stockmann AB, Fi...
Fabric, Wood, Leather
$14,800 / set
H 24.5 in W 28.5 in D 22.5 in
Olof Ottelin, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Leather, Fabric, Finland, 1960s
By Olof Ottelin
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of red-lacquered wood, leather and red floral-printed fabric lounge chairs, model Jumbo, designed by Olof Ottelin and produced by Kervo Snickerifabrik for Stockmann AB, Finlan...
Leather, Wood, Fabric
$8,611 / set
H 32.29 in W 18.51 in D 22.84 in
Augusto Bozzi Cosmos Dining Chairs 6 Saporiti, Italy, 1954
By Saporiti, Augusto Bozzi
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Highly rare set of 6 dining chairs designed by Augusto Bozzi and manufactured by Saporiti, Italy 1954. These chairs have a black lacquered metal wire frame with brass feet. The chair...
Metal, Brass
Finn Juhl Japan Series Chair Walnut, Kvadrat Foss, 1953
By Kvadrat, Finn Juhl
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japan chair designed by Finn Jhul Manufactured by One collection Finn Juhl (Denmark) The Japan Series is produced in oak or walnut with handsew...
Fabric, Walnut
Sold
H 37.8 in W 29.53 in D 33.47 in
Peter Hoyte Lounge Chair in Blue Raf Simons Bouclé Fabric, England, 1960s
By Peter Hoyte, Kvadrat, Raf Simons
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare lounge chair is one of the earliest armchairs designed by the British designed Peter Hoyte. The dynamic and sculptural shape of the body is emphasized by the splayed metal ...
Metal