Modern Sofas
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Channel Tufted Banquette Sofa
Located in Greenwich, CT
A banquette option that isn’t built-in for a breakfast room, hall or lounge. An excellent stand alone piece. Sits firm.
Fabric and wood finish can be customized.
Measurements:
Outs...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Maple
$4,500 / item
Contemporary Hand Tailored Sofa with Round Edges
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Fabric cotton velvet
Base: Gold brushed stainless steel
Hardwood frame with interlocking construction.
Advanced comfort spring suspension. Fixed seat cushion and back with premium ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
$9,438 / item
Customizable Modern Sofa Avenida México, Solid wood, Metal and upholstery.
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
The Avenida Mexico colorful sofa is a light, metal dark blue-structured sofa ideal for COVERED outdoors spaces. Its metal structure is powder-coated whi...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Oltremare Sofa in Red Upholstery and Matt Black Legs by Antonio Marras
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The seating collection “Oltremare” designed by Antonio Marras and produced in collaboration with Saba, stems from a far-away past and place, ful...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Koji Two Seater Sofa
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Koji Double Sofa adds an elegant touch to any space with its modern compact design and soft lines. With a width of 175 cm, this sofa offers a comfortable seating experience in small ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Faux Leather
$2,950 / item
Retro Roll Arm Sofa with Upholstered Plinth Base in Kvadrat Vanir
Located in Nyack, NY
Our retro take on a roll arm sofa. Cylindrical arms, a deep bench seat, and split back cushions sit atop an ultra-thin deck elevated on cylindrical steel legs to create a sleek, retr...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
21st Century Orauro Sofa in Metal by Emanuele Magini - Limited Edition
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
"Orauro is the transformation of the idea of a sofa. The classic capitonnée (or quilted upholstery) is emptied: only the trace of its folds and of i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Saint-Germain 2-Seat Sofa in Sella Touch Leather and raw Silver
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Saint-germain sofa, available in 2 or 3-seater versions, is composed of a matte black wood panel, covered in the external part with a metal plating, with a padded border in the same ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Oversized Round Lounge with Light Pink Quilted Rose Upholstery, Customizable
Located in Greenwich, CT
Customizable, just ask.
Oversized round lounge / club chair with recessed based and roll arm back. Upholstered with eight-way hand-tied springs and high density foam. Features perfo...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Foam, Maple
Poltrona Frau Quadra Sofa by Studio Cerri & Associates
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Quadra Sofa by Studio Cerri & Associates for Poltrona Frau, a true masterpiece of luxury and design. Crafted with the utmost attention to detail, this sofa boasts a s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Amorphous Sculptural Outdoor Sofa In Dark Concrete Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary garden sofa crafted of fiberglass-reinforced acrylic resin in aged concrete finish. The reinforced resin is forceful enough to withstand extreme weather conditions witho...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer
Modern Outdoor Swing Sofa in Gold Stainless Steel and Beige Fabric
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Outdoor Hanging Sofa
Designed to be enjoyed in good company, this 21st century contemporary outdoor hanging sofa keeps the bea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pierre Big "Cuccione"
By CPRN HOMOOD
Located in Ponsacco, IT
This is a "cuccione", an oversized lounge chair designed for ultimate comfort and relaxation. Its generously proportioned seat, combined with a soflty curved backrest, creates an inv...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
$13,799 / item
Baïne Navy Sofa by Jérôme Bugara
Located in Geneve, CH
Baïne Navy Sofa by Jérôme Bugara
Limited Edition Of 25 Pieces.
Dimensions: D 100 x W 550 x H 91,5 cm. SH: 45 cm.
Materials: Lelièvre navy velvet fabric.
...
Category
2010s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
$106,781 / item
Contemporary Modular System, Black Steel / Water Repellent Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Tailor made sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious soft velvets with high resistance to abrasion, stains and is water repellent.
Hardwood frame with advanced comfort spri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Elegant Houdini Patio Couch with Acrylic Details and Gold Stainless Steel Frame
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Houdini Sofa
Where the magic of sunsets and dawns come alive in bold, innovative forms. The Houdini sofa is a masterpiece where modern elegance meets visionary design. As light and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Moroso REDONDO Three seats Sofa by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A collection with a distinctive two–part shape, the padded shell embraces the huge seat cushions. Its curves are shown off by the total absence of sharp corners and the softness of t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
$10,714 / item
The Montauk, Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection.
An iconic, unobtrusive design.
A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen
$10,536 / item
Gold and Brown Velvet Sofa
By Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Sleek tight back sofa with sinuous curves. Silky tiger eye velvet covers a solid maple frame with a firm seat made with 8-way hand tied springs. Tapered legs are made in wenge with b...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Maple
$17,370 / item
Modern White Mongolian Sheepskin, Solid Cast Brass, Primal Sofa by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Enter the realm of timeless sophistication with the Primal sofa a pinnacle of Egg's design ethos and a beacon of style in any Minimalist, Modern, or Mid-century modern interior.
Bol...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Bomb Green Armchair by Simone Micheli
By Adrenalina
Located in Milan, IT
The designer entrusted bomb with a special task as while sitting on we are invited to reflect on the eternal drama of war and hope that life will always prevail. This armchair is cha...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Other
$14,479 / item
Minotti Andersen Three Seater Slim Sofa
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Minotti Andersen Slim Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni, a stunning addition to any modern living space. This sleek and sophisticated sofa boasts a sl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
$10,072 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Big Sur Wooden Couch, by Peter Shire for Memphis Milano Collection
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Big Sur couch is made out of 100% wool, and the structure is in lacquered wood. The couch was originally designed in 1986 by Peter Shire for Memphis M...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Wood
The Lily, Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection.
An iconic, unobtrusive design.
A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen
$10,062 / item
De Sede DS 76 Two-Seat Sofa Bed in Black Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-76 was launched as early as 1972, when it was considered revolutionary, no sofa bed could manage with a simpler mechanism: in a few simple steps, the model ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Contemporary Twins Curved Sofa, Italian Jacquard, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, The Twins curved sofa and day bed shar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Large Scalloped Sofa in Pink Velvet, Customizable
Located in Greenwich, CT
Scalloped sofa with striking form. Sits deep with ample single seats that can be customized. Shown in performance pink velvet and hemp brush fringe, stan...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
$14,740 / item
Modern Curved Loose Cushion Sofa
Located in Greenwich, CT
This modern curved sofa is built to order and features 3 loose back cushions with a single cushioned seat. This piece is customizable and can be built to...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Maple
$8,142 / item
Two Seats "Continuous Sofa" by Faudet-Harrison
Located in Geneve, CH
Two seats "Continuous Sofa" by Faudet-Harrison
Dimensions: 166 x 89 x 75cm
Materials: European hardwood frame, zig-zag springs, jute webbing, hessian straps. Natural fiber, animal ...
Category
2010s British Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass, Bronze
$5,450 / item
Contemporary Flora Sofa in Cane Leather with White Oak Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The flora is just as comfortable as it looks. Completely wrapped in down and feather from the arms to the cushions and backs helps to create the marshmallow look. Shown in the cane l...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Clichy Linen Slipcover Sofa, Custom made in Spain
Located in Amsterdam, NL
With its rounded curves and comfortable back cushions, the Clichy sofa is both timeless and elegant.
The sofa is customizable, made to order, and we offer a variety of sizes and fabric and colour options in 100% linen or 100% hemp, with either visible or hidden seams.
Clichy is handcrafted by Blasco...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Hemp
$11,921 / item
Beige Two Seat Cadaqués Contemporary Art Sofa by Federico Correa, Alfonso Milá
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Two seat cadaqués sofa by Federico Correa, Alfonso Milá
Dimensions: D 100 x W 200 x H 75 cm
Materials: beech wood, fabric.
Available in other fabrics a...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Daybed
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection.
An iconic, unobtrusive design.
A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belg...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen
$5,682 / item
De Sede DS-880/23 Comfortable Sofa in Cuoio Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The adrenaline surges, the heart beats faster, an unusually comforting feeling takes hold in the stomach, and suddenly it seems as if the world is frozen in place: even the ancient G...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Curved Sofa
By Teo Yang, Eastern Edition
Located in 강남구, KR
The curved sofa has a comfortable yet sculptural presence through its elegant curves, bringing a sense of softness to any space. Both the sofa and the pil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Korean Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
$10,280 / item
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection.
An iconic, unobtrusive design.
A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen
$10,062 / item
Modern Sofa in Argentine Rosewood with Shelving from Costantini, Patone
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Patone Sofa balances a modern design with natural materials and can be made in any size with any upholstery material. Shown here in several versions, it can be specified with se...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
DS-80 Lounge Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-80 lounge sofa by De Sede
Dimensions: D 69 x W 204 x H 58 cm
Materials: Frame made of solid wood, lacquered in silk matt black. SEDEX upholstery with SEDE-Lux padding.
Glides ...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
$31,161 / item
Durable Outdoor Sofa with Waterproof Fabric and Leather Details
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Hound outdoor sofa
The Hound sofa is a perfect combination of classic elegance and modern durability, designed to elevate any outdoor setting. Designed with high-quality materials, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Curved Sofa with Oxblood Cowhide and Fantastical Printed Velvet, Slope Arm
Located in Greenwich, CT
Curved, symmetrical sofa with slop arms upholstered with oxblood color hair on hide on back and fantastical printed velvet on seat with contrast welting...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Cowhide, Velvet
Stringa' Cognac Leather + Chrome Loveseat by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova
By Gae Aulenti
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic ‘Stringa’ two-seat sofa designed by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova in the 1960s. This beautifully proportioned, sculptural loveseat is constructed of tubular chromed metal and ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Military Canvas and Marbled Rust Two-Seat Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Two Seat Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush uphols...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
$38,498 / item
De Sede DS-102 Sofa in Taupe Upholstery by Mathias Hoffmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A series with an eye-catching, core leather lacing. This model series’ softly upholstered shell with its extremely comfortable cushions creates a island in the living space. Whether ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-102 Sofa in Espresso Upholstery by Mathias Hoffmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A series with an eye-catching, core leather lacing. This model series’ softly upholstered shell with its extremely comfortable cushions creates an island in the living space. Whether...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-164 Left Sofa Bed in Schiefer Brown Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Revolutionary back-push mechanism DS-164 can be transformed from an open sofa into an elegant chaise loungein a single movement, while the backrest can be st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Red Couch by Marc Dibeh
By Marc Dibeh
Located in Geneve, CH
Red couch by Marc Dibeh
Materials: Fabric
Dimensions: W 290 x D90 x H65 cm
Beirut based designer Marc Dibeh narrates his cultural environment through compelling interiors and p...
Category
2010s Lebanese Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
$27,346 / item
Modern Sectional, Cloud Modern Sectional, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Modern Sectional, Cloud modern sectional, craft associates.
This modern cloud sectional sofa is expertly crafted and upholstered. The sofa boasts ha...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Hardwood, Walnut
Outdoor Woven Rope Sofa in Natural Teak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Structure: teak wood offered in various stains.
Metal: heavy load, anti-scratch easy clean.
Weaving: flat 4 mm. high tenacity, low shrinkage filament yarn made of 100% polyester, e...
Category
2010s Asian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
$5,280 / item
White Lacquered Stainless Steel Outdoor Swing with Beige Outdoor Fabric
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Outdoor Swing armchair
Inspired by the simplicity of childhood swings, it is the perfect place to relax and relive cherished memories.
Crafted wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Modern Twins Curved Sofa, Terracotta Jacquard, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Twins cu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
De Sede DS-102 Sofa in Taupe Upholstery by Mathias Hoffmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A series with an eye-catching, core leather lacing. This model series’ softly upholstered shell with its extremely comfortable cushions creates a island in the living space. Whether ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Ghidini 1961 Frame Sofa in Cuoio Leather by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Stefano Giovannoni designs Frame for GHIDINI1961, a new collection composed of sofas, armchairs, dining and coffee tables, bookshelves and cabinets. Everything starts from a simple e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Original 932-Quartet Leather Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1964
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It doesn't get much cooler than this early year (original) collectors set of the model-932 'Quartet' sectional by Mario Bellini for Cassina. Released in 1964, this example has incredible thick leather hides in a gorgeous patinated cognac color.
The leather is remarkable, and with the perfect amount of patina that you want to see - for those leather lovers out there, don't hesitate to buy this Bellini 932...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Canvas
$19,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Weather-Resistant Outdoor Hanging Couch in Grey
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Outdoor Hanging Sofa
Designed to be enjoyed in good company, this 21st century contemporary outdoor hanging sofa keeps the beautiful metallic detai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,238 / item
De Sede DS-1025/09 Terrazza Sofa in Perla Upholstery by Ubald Klug
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two ingeniously designed sofa elements are the great basis for one’s own and personal interpretation of interior design and furnishing concept. The individual element is reminiscent ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
NEW! Dooq! Modern Carmel Wood Couch 240m in White Bouclé and Wood Feet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Marking a milestone for Dooq Details, the Carmel Modular Couch introduces the brand’s first-ever modular sofa. Composed of 12 versatile modules, Carmel allows endless configurations,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric
DeSede DS-600 “Non-stop” Modular Sofa in Espresso Leather & Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
DS-2878 Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-2878 sofa by De Sede
Dimensions: D 170 x W 104 x H 86 cm
Materials: board material, leather
Prices may change according to the chosen materials and size.
A re-edition tha...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$61,535 / item
"Monseigneur" Quilted Leather Sofa Designed by Philippe Starck for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Monseigneur" is an iconic sofa, designed by Philippe Starck and manufactured by Driade, featuring a padded quilted leather structure, with stainless cast steel front legs and armres...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
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