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.
Eclipse sofa, by ATRA
By Alexander Andersson Diaz, ATRA
Located in New York, NY
The Eclipse Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] L 2550 mm / 100.4” D 1110 mm / 43.7” H 595 mm / 23.4” SH 295 mm / 11.6” All ATRA pieces are produced in-house within our four a...
Velvet, Oak
Margot Sofa, by ATRA
By Alexander Andersson Diaz, ATRA
Located in New York, NY
The Margot Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] All ATRA pieces are produced in-house within our four ateliers — upholstery, wood, stone, and metal — and can be customized in f...
Brass, Stainless Steel
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
Margot V Sofa, by ATRA
By Alexander Andersson Diaz, ATRA
Located in New York, NY
The Margot V Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] OVERALL L 4955 mm / 195.1” D 2100 mm / 82.7” H 600 mm / 23.6” SH 360 mm / 14.2”" MODULE 1 ...
Stainless Steel, Brass
Egg Sofa, By ATRA
By Alexander Andersson Diaz, ATRA
Located in New York, NY
The Egg Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] SMALL VERSION L 2500 mm / 98.4” D 955 mm / 37.6” H 625 mm / 24.6” SH 380 mm / 15.0” LARGE VERSION L 3200 mm / 126.0” D 955 mm / 37...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Dino Sofa, by ATRA
By ATRA, Alexander Andersson Diaz
Located in New York, NY
The Dino Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] L 2450 mm / 96.5” D 1090 mm / 42.9” H 810 mm / 31.9” SH 335 mm / 13.2” All ATRA pieces are produced in-house within our four ateli...
Velvet, Walnut, Fabric, Textile
Madda Velvet Sofa by Michael Felix, Modern Design, Customizable
By Michael Felix
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Madda is a contemporary interpretation of the classic club chair, extended into sofa form. Its metal base fully wraps around the sofa, as if to squeeze it into a plump and comfor...
Steel
Trave Sofa by Umberto Bellardi Ricci
Located in Geneve, CH
Trave sofa by Umberto Bellardi Ricci Dimensions: D 24" x W 102" x H 16 in Materials: Dedar Boucle fabic, l-beam, brass Umbert...
Brass
Minimalist Black Plywood Frame Sofa with Beige Cushions by Lucas Tyra Morten
By Lucas Morten
Located in Geneve, CH
Djup sofa by Lucas Tyra Morten Limited Edition of 15 Dimensions: L 240 x W 103 x H 65 cm Material: Hand waxed plywood, leather Occupying the liminal space between art and design, th...
Leather, Plywood
Unique Modern Concrete Two-Seated Black and White Sofa by Lucas Tyra Morten
By Lucas Morten
Located in Geneve, CH
Svav sofa by Lucas Tyra Morten 2020 Limited edition of 19 Price per module Module dimensions: H 32, D 110, W 140 cm Module weight: 100 kg. Material: concrete...
Concrete
Saint-rémy Sofa by Luca Nichetto
By Luca Nichetto
Located in Geneve, CH
Saint-Rémy sofa by Luca Nichetto. Dimensions: W 330 x D 110 x H 67.5 cm Materials: black aluminium powder coated structure platform, black aluminium powder coated or dark beech solid wood legs, fabric or leather Saint-Rémy is an outdoor sofa designed to incorporate the least number of elements possible, each with several possible uses for a decidedly modular product. Variations in cushion shapes are kept to a minimum to promote adaptability, allowing for instance a back cushion to pivot and be used as an armrest. The bolster-shaped cylindrical cushions are a reference to the familiar vocabulary of La Manufacture’s Luizet sofa. Textile straps reminiscent of hiking backpacks...
Other
Les Bains Sofa by Tristan Auer
By Tristan Auer
Located in Paris, FR
Les Bains Sofa Designed in 2015 by Tristan Auer for the Hotel Les Bains in Paris, this basket sofa is upholstered in velvet. Its generous curves are enhanced by magnificent piping a...
Velvet, Beech
