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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Modern Twins Chaise Lounge, Grey Linen, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Chaise Lounge, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Wood
Modular Sofa in White Faux Sheepskin Fabric, Left-Side Customizable Ruy Design
Located in Miami, FL
A customizable Ruy modular sofa designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis in white faux sheepskin fabric, left side module. The Ruy Modular Sofa, inspired by the iconic work of Ruy Ohtak...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
Modern Upholstery Belly Sofa in Blue Velvet and Polished Brass Base
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration:
Belly sofa arouses feelings of tenderness! It was inspired by the beginning of life, the pregnant belly! Therefore, safety and comfort are th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass, Metal, Sheet Metal
De Sede DS-175 Medium Two-Seat Sofa in Hazel Upholstery by Patrick Norguet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Belle Époque meets French touch. It is the combination of straight contours and proven comfort that makes DS-175 a style icon. The seating surface positioned on a platform and the fi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
L-Shaped Sofa with Built-in Walnut Side Table with Foam and Fiber Filling
Located in Cairo, EG
L-Shaped Sofa with Built-in Walnut Side Table with Foam and Fiber Filling.
Clean lines and an embedded Walnut wood tray make this L-shaped sofa feel like a floating island...
Category
2010s Egyptian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Paolo Piva, Alanda, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1980s
By Paolo Piva, B&B Italia
Located in Paris, FR
Paolo Piva
Alanda
A rectangular two-seater sofa with mobile headrests and armrests covered with its multicolored original fabric upholstery.
Original edition by B&B Italia.
With B&B Italia label.
Italy.
Circa 1980.
Dimensions
Height : 74 cm With headrests raised : 88 cm
Width : 210 cm With armrests raised : 194 cm
Depth : 106 cm With headrests raised : 86 cm
Height of seat : 42 cm
Literature
Domus 633, November 1982, p.26-29
Domus 634, December 1982, p.22-23
Giuliana Gramigna, Repertorio del design italiano 1950-2000 per l'arredamento domestico, Umberto Allemandi, 2003, p.277
Mario Mastropietro, Rolando Gorla, Un’industria per il design : la ricerca i designers, l’immagine B&B Italia, Edizioni Lybra Immagine, Milano, 1986, p.394-397.
Paolo Piva
Paolo Piva was born in Adria in 1950. He studied architecture at the Venice Istituto Universitario di Architettura under the direction of Carlo Scarpa and Carlo Aymonino.
He practiced architecture and industrial design mainly in Italy and Austria.
In 1990, he became a professor at the Hochschule für Angewande Kunst in Vienna.
He designed factories in Italy, such as in Misinto for B&B Italia, galeries such as Schullin in Vienna for which he was awarded the « Adolf Loos » prize in 1994.
In 1996, he designed book-shops and cafeterias for the Venetian Civic Museums.
The same year, he participated in the 6th International Exhibition of Architecture at the Venice Biennale.
Alanda
The idea behind the Alanda was to create a « mobile » piece of furniture.
Developed with the B&B Research Centre, the mechanism allows different positions following the changing needs of the user.
« Alanda was conceived as an open object...
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
De Pas, D’urbino, Lomazzi, Settebello, a Modular Sofa, Zanotta, 1974
Located in Paris, FR
De Pas, D’Urbino, Lomazzi
Settebello
A modular sofa system, made of six rectangular polyurethane elements covered with brown fabric joined with straps.
Produit par Zanotta, Mi...
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
XL Sofa Set in Linen Color Fabric Upholstery
By Cotidiano
Located in Mexico City, MX
It's an original design for a getaway home the Arena Sofa XL is ultra-comfortable as it is practical for everyday family life. A geometric, still soft body ...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
Customizable Artifort C683 Sofa by Kho Liang Le
By Artifort, Kho Liang Ie
Located in New York, NY
A sofa by Kho Liang Ie. Restrained simplicity. Frame of pressed beech upholstered with moulded foam on a metal base. With integrated seat and back cushion.
Base: Two metal straps:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
Pair of Bespoke Modern Sofas Atrributed to Gregorius Pineo
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Elegant pair of large custom-made matching sofas attributed to Gregorius Pineo, Los Angeles, CA. The sofas feature ebonized Oak frames topped with thick down filled cushions upholste...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Down, Oak
1950s Pair of Swedish Three Legged Stools by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Luxus
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of low three-legged stools, designed by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Luxus of Sweden in the 1950s. The listed price includes the pair of stools as shown. Their design ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam, Teak
Contemporary 2 Seat Sofa Offered In Velvet & Metal Base
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is an elevated homage to the golden age of gentleman drivers. The piece’s flawless structure is deceivingly simple, yet undeniably striking. The detailed upholstery and se...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Vintage Military Canvas and Marbled Rust Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance 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 upholstery, and supportive belts. The deep seating area is perfect for a relaxing lounge experience. This sofa comes with removable cushion covers to allow for easy cleaning should the need arise.
Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. With this highly customizable sofa you can select from a wide range of finishes and materials to complement your home and lifestyle - please message us to see our Customization Guide with all available options.
Since the development of the Inheritance Collection, Stephen Kenn has been inspired by the history inherent in vintage military-issue materials. This version of our Inheritance Sofa is upholstered with salvaged vintage military canvas...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Chic Large French 1950s Sofa by Maison Leleu
By Maison Leleu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic large French 1950s sofa by Maison Leleu, Paris.
Category
1950s French Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Entea, Sofa/Daybed by Benedikt Fahlbush for CMX
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
An outstanding cozy sofa/daybed specially designed to provide maximum versatility and comfort to the ritual of relaxation, thanks to its wide dimensions and its mobile cushions it ca...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Synthetic, Cherry, Oak, Walnut
Italian modern modular white sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern modular white sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s
Modular sofa mod. Erasmo covered in white fabric tending to beige. The sofa is composed of eight modu...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
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
Customizable Upholstered Say Sofa.Com Option Available, Handmade in Chicago
Located in Chicago, IL
Strong formal lines and geometric shapes seem like puzzle pieces that come together defining the Say Sofa. COM options and other customizations make this a perfect statement piece for both for a formal living room...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Cylinder Mohair Sofa by Rejo Studio
Located in Riyadh, SA
The cylinder sofa was inspired by the 60s style and made from mohair velvet
with walnut legs.
Dimension. W 145 x D 50 x H 45 cm
Material. Mohair vel...
Category
2010s Saudi Arabian Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Cotton, Velvet, Beech, Walnut
Saint-Germain 3-Seat Sofa in Black Timeless 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 matt black wood panel, covered in the external part with a metal plating, with a padded border in the same u...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Florio Outdoor 2-Seat Sofa
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Florio Collection, this two-seat sofa will make a charming addition to a patio, veranda, or poolside decor. The traditional design is inspired by Tuscan countryside style...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel, Metal
Molteni & C Lido Sofa by Hannes Wettstein
Located in Basildon, London
The Molteni & C Lido Sofa by Hannes Wettstein is a luxurious seating option. Molteni & C's commitment to quality and innovative design is evident in this sof...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Modern Twins Outdoors Sofa, DEDAR Libertino Velvet, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Sofa Outdoors, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood, Oak
Kingman Sofa
Located in Milan, IT
A unique take on Chesterfield styles, the Kingman Sofa boasts a timeless capitonnè design. Resting on a solid open-pore ash base in a charcoal finish, the sofa has a deep seat and an...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, Italian Leather, 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
Stainless Steel
Magritte 3-Seater Sofa
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
The Magritte Sofa is a timeless classic with a modern twist and strong aesthetic appeal. Upholstered in a velvety, light-taupe hued fabric, this sofa features block feet in gold-fini...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Other
Galore Module Pouf, by Rikke Frost from Warm Nordic
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
A luxurious modular sofa with an elegant, attractive idiom, created by the talented Danish designer, Rikke Frost. Galore exudes the decadence of yesteryear in a contemporary interpre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Foam
Modern Twins Curved Couch, Mint Green Velvet, Handmade in 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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Oak, Velvet
1970s Design Anfibio Foldable Sofa Bed Relax Atollo Blu Jeans Becchi Giovannetti
Located in Casalguidi, IT
The bed-sofa, designed by Alessandro Becchi together with the Giovannetti staff has recently celebrated its 50 years.
Its history is full of important events and participations. A p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
De Sede DS-4 Three-Seat Sofa in Snow Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-4 is a clear statement from the designer to follow an idea, a style, a personal claim to perfection to the very depths. Thanks to its raised backrest, the DS-4 offers that sty...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Bamboo Design Green Wrought Iron Sofa
Located in Milan, IT
Stylish and comfortable at the same time, this vintage-looking yet modern outdoor sofa is the perfect addition to your patio. The simple, curved de...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel, Metal
"Sancho" Outdoor Couch in Natural Teak Wood Aluminum and Naval Rope by Hand
Located in Centro, RS
Classic and sophisticated design, by the mix of the materials.
The Sancho Couch can be used in both indoor and outdoor areas.
Its structure is produced in natural naval teak wood (br...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Jules Leleu, Sofa, Mahogany, Brass, Fabric, France, 1960s
By Jules Leleu
Located in High Point, NC
A mahogany, brass and bouclé fabric sofa or settee designed and produced by Jules Leleu, France, 1960s.
Literature: Sirex, The House of Leleu, 2008, p. 327.
seat height 15.5”.
Reu...
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Modern Coast Modular Sofa, DEDAR Mohair Velvet, Handmade Portugal Lusitanus Home
By Dedar, Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
Puzzle Modular Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home.
The Coast modular sofa was designed to bring a sense of calm and serenity, inviting...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Velvet
NEW! Dooq! Modern Carmel 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
Les Bains Sofa, Tristan Auer
By Tristan Auer
Located in Paris, FR
This sofa, is made of tinted beechwood, and it has a domed seat cushion. The
piping diameter is 5mm.
Bultex foam 23kg for the back cushion
Bultex foam 35kg for the seat cushion
Dacron duvet for the seat cushion
The Sofa comes in 2 different sizes
Small size : 74,80' x 39,37'x 31,49'
Large size : 90,55' x 39,37' x31,49'.
13245 €
We offer our clients the possibility to chose the velvet color they want.
Below is the guideline for the footage:
Small sofa: 10 linear meter of velvet fabric, and 5,7 Japanese ribbon
Large sofa: 14 linear meter of velvet fabric, and 6,5 Japanese ribbon
Tristan Auer is an interior architect and a designer and set designer.
He grew up in Aix-en-Provence and graduated from ESAG-Penninghen. After his studies, he joined the team of Christian Liaigre and Philippe Starck before he opened his interior design firm in Paris in 2002.
Tristan Auer generally works for private clients, shops, hotels, and palaces. He renovated the Mosquito Cotton House...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Materials
Beech
Lounge Seymour Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
Located in Basildon, London
The Lounge Seymour Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti epitomizes contemporary elegance and comfort. Its sinuous, inviting curves are meticulously upholstered in premium fabric, offe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
English Modern Rover Sofa, Ron Arad for One off Ltd 1981, Inspired by Rover 2000
Located in MIlano, IT
English modern black leather and metal Rover sofa by Ron Arad for One Off Ltd, 1981, inspired by Rover 2000 car.
Rover model sofa, with tubular metal structur...
Category
1980s English Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
alvar aalto tank sofa 3 seater 40's sweden
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
Manufactured in the 1940s.
Made in Sweden.
This is a rare 3-seater tank sofa.
This item has already been reupholstered and repaired.
Although there are some ...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Birch, Fabric
Piero Lissoni MET sofa for Cassina
Located in London, England
Piero Lissoni MET sofa for Cassina.
A classic post modern design, covered in luxurious tan leather.
In excellent condition with few minor creases and signs of use.
W 222cm x D 88...
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Linea Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sofa upholstered in Mohair with a solid walnut inlay.
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Canapé "Camaleonda"
Located in Paris, FR
Camaleonda” sofa from the ‘for B&B Italia’ series in polyurethane, velvet, stainless steel snap hook, chromed brass rings and solid beechwood legs, measuring 66 x 90 x 90 cm. By mutu...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
A pair of "Spirit" Sofas by John Hutton
By John Hutton
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair “spirit” sofas by John Hutton for Dohghia. Covered in a deep rust colored velvet with decorative velvet rosettes across the back. Retains Donghia la...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Lifesteel Sofa by Antonio Citterio for Flexform, Italy, 2018
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lifesteel two-seater sofa by Antonio Citterio for Flexform, the embodiment of contemporary luxury and timeless design. The Lifesteel sofa features a st...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Lem 3 Seat Sofa in Upholstery, by Francesco Beghetto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This is three-seated Lem sofa, upholstered in the listed fabrics. Please note that this product does not include the Lem Ottoman.
Francesco Beghetto graduated in Industrial Desi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Outdoor Modular Sofa with Outdoor Leather and Waterproof Fabrics
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Nomad Modular Sofa - 4 different modules available.
The Nomad sofa is more than just a simple piece of outdoor furniture. It is a flexible and adaptable seating solution that can be...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
"Amphibious" Settee Sofa, Steve Chase, 1980's
By Steve Chase
Located in Culver City, CA
Designed by Steve Chase in the 1980's this modern sofa was called the "Amphibious" sofa. With its super curvy, marshmallow shape and sumptuous cotton chenille fabric, this sofa is de...
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Chenille
Italian modern brown fabric modular sofa Compor S 72 by Gero for Mussi, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern brown fabric modular sofa Compor S 72 by Gero for Mussi, 1970s
Modular sofa mod. Compor S 72 in brown fabric and leather. The sofa is composed of five modules, two of ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Modular Sofa in Blue with 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
Fabric
Sofa and Armchairs Set in the Style of Adriano Piazzesi, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Sofa and armchairs set, designed and realized in the 1970s, in the style of Adriano Piazzesi. It is made in metal and fabric.
Very good condition.
Armchair, height 90 cm, leng...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Nube Italia Sophie Sofa in Charcoal Grey Upholstery by Mario Ferrarini
Located in New York, NY
"Metal base with braided elastic belts. Multi-layered curved wood backrest covered in polyurethane foam with a differentiated density. Two versions available: Sliding movement with 1...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Garnet Sofa Design by Mehmet Orel for Capella Furniture
Located in İnegöl, TR
CAPELLA GARNET SOFA
We bring together the best Turkish artisans to harmoniously release the inner beauty of the materials. We use the instinct of the materials to enhance their appe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Oak, Walnut
21st Century Amina 3-Seater Sofa in Velvet by Etro Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
An attractive and comfortable sofa inspired by a ‘thousand-and-one night's imagery. The combination of different fabrics and the original,
multicolored trimming contributes to creati...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Sofa in Knoll Textile Plush Mohair with Hand Carved Steel Elements and Horsehair
Located in Bronx, NY
Sofa No. 3
Materials: Knoll Mohair Plush Textile, Hand Carved Elements, Horsehair Fringe
J.M. Szymanski
d. 2023
This unique sofa is dressed for a special occasion. She is hand upho...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Leather, Walnut and Rope Shaker Sofa by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Shaker sofa is part of the Primal collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa.
This contemporary bespoke sofa was inspired by...
Category
2010s South African Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rope, Hardwood
Small Floating Sofa Upholstered in High Resistant Honey Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa has a cosmopolitan design that conveys the message of movement and modern flow. A velvet sofa with steel legs that will sit proudly in the middle of a living room. In a uni...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
DeSede DS-707 Corner Element Sofa in Fabric Upholstery by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Where the St. Lawrence River Mon-treal flows in a serpentine pattern, a residential complex marked by the architectural style of brutalism rises up on a small headland – the famous Habitat 67. 354 concrete blocks arranged in a stepped pattern adorn a part of Montreal’s multifaceted skyline, designed by architect Moshe Safdie for Expo 67. Not far from this memorable silhouette grew up Philippe Malouin, who was inspired by these forms of brutalism through-out his life. After Malouin received the call from de Sede and initial ideas were exchanged, the designer was largely given a free hand and Malouin started his work “by making things”. Simply drawing, cutting or even folding different materials are part of the creation of the new sculpture DS-707. Philippe Malouin experimented with folding foam for the Swiss manu-facturer - the result: a modular sofa system with a traditional yet con-temporary aesthetic. Carried by the sweeping serpentines of the river, the idea for a sculpture that fuses into one form was born in the London studio near the Thames. The masterpiece DS-707 is a homage to classic de Sede designs and was created for the future.
The DS-707 is the modern composition of handmade leather and contemporary design. The flowing, soft transitions combine the postmodern era of Swiss furniture design with the clear, open structures of brutalism that inspired designer Philippe Malouin. Available as a comfortable armchair or as a modular sofa that can be combined in infinite ways, the DS-707 is the visual perfection of form that gives every room a unique highlight. Designed in the style of brutalism, recounting the unruly origins of modern esthetics and dedicated to the sustainable use of materials, this sculpture is now also available with a corner element...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Dark Olive Heavy Canvas and Blackened Steel Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance 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 upholstery, and ...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Canvas
Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage sofas created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern sofas made in a specific country, there are Europe, Portugal, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sofas, popular names associated with this style include De Sede, Finn Juhl, Stephen Kenn, and Moooi. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for sofas differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $72 and tops out at $497,965 while the average work can sell for $9,554.