Atelier Linné, Sofa Asafis (Small)

The Jade sofa was designed in 2014 by the Atelier Linné collective. It is a reception sofa that can be ordered in firm or soft comfort. The base is available...

The bookcase is designed by the Atelier Linné collective, with shelves made of oak and the bottom in matte lacquer. It is characterized by both its symmetrical and asymmetrical sides...

Designed with the utmost attention to detail, this sophisticated seat is as stylish as it is comfortable. The narrow, streamlined frame has a Deco-inspired look, and the armrests are...

The works, installations and room concepts created by atelier oï never cease to amaze. The unusual designs provide a sense of the key areas that the design col- lective has worked on over several decades: materials, form and light. The collective’s way of working resembles that of a top- class chef, who uses experimental methods with exactly the right touch. The designers succeeded in developing their very own de- sign language, which is nourished by a love of authentic materials and artisan skills. When it came to developing the DS-808 for de Sede, this sensitive approach – with its focus on fully understanding the material – proved to be extremely valuable. While working with leather in a practical way, the designers found a way to push the boundaries of the material in a playful manner – and to clearly place the unmis- takable hallmarks of classic leather design in the here and now. The leather is laid over the structure like a throw. The end of each square pouffe forms a dynamic wave, which makes the heavy material appear fluid and light. The convex and concave lines allow in- finite, sinuous seating arrangements to be created in a modular way – side tables, too, are at home within the softly undulating structure. With or without backrests, in a group or as a solo performer, the DS-808 and...