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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: 1910s
Suelo Modern Black Sofa
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo® modern black sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat cushions. Thi...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Hardwood
Vicious Modular Sofa Touch Leather Sella color
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Vicious is a modular sofa composed of 4 modular elements: terminal module, central module, corner module and chaise longue. Vicious sofa is composed of a woode frame upholstered with...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Modern Two Cushion Sofa in Dark Blue Velvet
Located in Greenwich, CT
Our modern two cushion sofa is upholstered in a dark blue velvet with an infinity cotton feel and features a light blue polyester trim. This sofa is h...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Polyester, Poplar, Walnut
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
Super-plush Organic Modern Sofa in Performance Bouclé
Located in Nyack, NY
This sofa's deep, ultra-plush cushions invite you to sink in, while the soft, organic curves and gently arched back add an elegant touch to any space. Crafted with the highest qualit...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
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
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
Contemporary Square Arm Sofa with Loose Cushions
Located in Greenwich, CT
Contemporary square arm sofa with faux leather welting. Arm is 13" wide. Cushions are constructed with polyurethane foam. A 50% down and 50% blown poly...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Linen, Acrylic, Faux Leather
Customizable 3-Seater Sofa with Light Gray Fabric and Pillows, Bowed Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Bowed three-seater sofa designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis with light gray fabric and four pillows. The Bowed 3-seater sofa brings a perfect blend of modern elegance and comfort to your living space. Its striking curved silhouette and luxurious light gray upholstery in Almond Milk Twill Weave add a sophisticated touch, making it a standout centerpiece in contemporary and minimalist interiors. Crafted with medium-density foam and elastic bands, the sofa offers firm support and a comfortable seating experience, ideal for everyday relaxation or entertaining guests.
Designed for both residential and commercial use, the Bowed Sofa...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
"Fenix" Two-Seat Sofa Designed by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Fenix" is a two-seat sofa, designed by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba and manufactured by Driade, with a wooden and steel structure supported by anthracite painted steel legs, polyurethane foam padding and cushions with polyurethane foams and goose feather padding.
Fixed structure leather cover and removable cushions in fabric or leather. Indoor use only.
DIMENSIONS:
D. 34.2", W. 83.4", H. 29.5", Seat H. 17.3"
Sectional sofa has been the main recurrent theme concerning typological researches since last century golden age of design. Ludovica and Roberto Palomba deal with it emphasizing the sense of suspension from the floor, thanks to a thin metal structure, and modelling a great peninsula, provided with a gracefully asymmetric shape, in the version with terminals.
LUDOVICA and ROBERTO PALOMBA, architects, work and live in Milan. They founded Palomba Serafini Associati in 1994. They received many international awards such as Compasso D'Oro, Elle Decoration International Design Award, Red Dot, Design Plus, Good Design Award, German Design Award.
Ludovica and Roberto Palomba plan architectures and design exhibitions worldwide. They work and are art director for some of the most established brands such as Antolini, Bisazza, Boffi, Brix, Cappellini, Dornbracht, Driade, Elica, Elmar, Exteta, Fiam, Flaminia, Foscarini, KitchenAid, Kos, Laufen, Lema, Plank, Poltrona Frau, Rapsel, Redaelli, Salviati, Sawaya & Moroni, Samsung, Schiffini, Tubes, Valli&Valli, Viccarbe, When Objects Work...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
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
Minotti Andersen Six 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
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
Customizable Fringes Loveseat By Munna In Mustard Cotton Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The handmade sofa draws on the signature Franjas fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel. Featuring three layers of fringes that run a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Trimming, Wood, Velvet, Silk
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
Naked Sectional Sofa, 4 Piece with Natural Oak and Teal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Naked Sectional Sofa is a modular sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Sectional Sofa is available in a number of diffe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
A. Rudin English Arm Sofa
By A. Rudin
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful A. Rudin english rolled arm sofa #2496, upholstered in an oatmeal Belgian Linen, with 8-way hand tied construction, 25/75 Down Feather Wrapped HR foam cushions, and waterfa...
Category
2010s North American Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Wood, Down
Lifestyle Green Sofa
By Daytona
Located in Milan, IT
Sleek and sophisticated, this sofa is a versatile piece that will superbly fit both classic and modern decors. Upholstered with refined, green velvet fabric, its long silhouette rest...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass, Steel
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
Outdoor Platform Sofa in Dark Brown Teak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Structure: Teak wood – Aluminum: Antioxy, heavy load, anti-scratch easy clean.
Weaving: Flat 4mm. High Tenacity, Low shrinkage filament yarn made of 100% polyester, easy clean.
Fix...
Category
2010s Asian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Teak, Synthetic
Ann Sofa Modern Curved Tight Back and Seat by Martin and Brockett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett’s Ann Sofa 72” pairs the Ann Collection’s signature streamlined design and tight, eight-way hand-tied seat with a 6 foot length.
Standard: H 32 in. x W 72 in. x D ...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
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
Outdoor Swing Sofa in Brown Waterproof Upholstery with Black Leather Straps
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable - Hanging sofa by Myface
21st century contemporary outdoor hanging sofa made with suspension: Outdoor leather straps, Metallic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
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
Retro Roll Arm Sofa 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
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
Modern Outdoor Swing Sofa with Beige Upholstery White Structure and Copper Deta
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Outdoor swing sofa by Myface
21st-century contemporary outdoor swing sofa made with suspension: Outdoor leather straps, Metallic, Structure:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Modern by Giuseppe Carpanelli Sirio Sofa
By Carpanelli
Located in Desio, IT
3 seater sofa with 2 structural cushions and base covered in leather. The maximum comfort of the seat is determined by an intertwining of elastic straps. Metal feet in bronzed finish...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Curved Sofa
By Eastern Edition, Teo Yang
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
Meir Sofa by Matteo del Pero
By Laura Meroni
Located in Milan, IT
With an iron frame and wooden shell covered entirely in fine and exclusive leathers and offered in two sizes (220 cm and 280 cm), the Meir Sofa by Matteo del Pero...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
CURVE SOFA - Modern Layered Asymmetrical Sofa in Cream Boucle
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
CURVE SOFA - Modern Layered Asymmetrical Sofa in Cream Boucle
The Curve sofa features layered asymmetrical design elements that are both sophisticated...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
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
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
"Panoramic" sofa by Studio Glustin
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
"Panoramic Colisée" sofa upholstered with a bouclette fabric.
Matching armchair available.
Creation by Studio Glustin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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
Tarantino Green Velvet Sofa by Lorenza Bozzoli
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
Either to watch a movie enveloped in one's favorite blanket or to chat with a friend while having a cup of tea, this sofa will be a good idea to enjoy impeccable comfort. Cylindrical...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Tateyama Contemporary Sofa in Fabric
Located in London, GB
Tateyama is a conversational sofa characterised by its soft curves and unusual shape which encourages the users to engage with one another. It is b...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Victorian-Style Round Sofa in Cotton Satin
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This round sofa is a revisited icon from the Victorian Era. Bright, light and feminine, this opulent signature piece is the perfect setting for a flirting ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Lacquer
Tateyama XL Contemporary Sofa in Fabric
Located in London, GB
Tateyama XL is a continuation of our Tateyama sofa, offering even more seating comfort in this XL model. Spanning 3 meters wide, the Tateyama XL has spac...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Upholstered Striped Style Sofa In Tai Marsala Smooth Velvet.
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Exclusive and sophisticated design sofa, luxury and high decoration model bowie upholstered striped style in TAI MARSALA F2827 with elegant back.
Bowie is ex...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Stellar Sofa by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Stellar sofa by Egg Designs
Dimensions: 190 L X 95 D X 80 H
Materials: walnut timber, ceramic, fabric upholstery.
Founded by South Africans and life partners, Greg and Roche Dry...
Category
2010s South African Modern Sofas
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric, Walnut
Custom Made Modular Sofa – Exceptional Comfort with Exaggerated Proportions
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Tailor made and fully upholstered sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious, velvet fabrics.
Shown with taupe cotton velvet. All hardwood frame with advanced comfort spring ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Wood, Upholstery
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
Cassina 265_267 Mex 3-Seat Sofa Designed by Piero Lissoni
By Cassina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2006 _ 265-267 MEX 3-seat sofa: Classic sofa designed by Piero Lissoni, made in Italy. Full Disclosure** 2nd Image is from Cassina, and in a lighter upholstery than the one listed fo...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak
Extra Deep Metal-Framed Madda XL Sofa by Michael Felix
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Madda XL 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 com...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Hug Modular Sofa by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Hug modular sofa by Collector
Dimensions: W 330 x D 160 x H 74 cm.
DX terminal element gap module: W 180 x D 98 cm x H 74.
Chaise longue XL module:...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Super-plush Oversized Organic Modern Armchair in Kvadrat Vanir
Located in Nyack, NY
This chair's deep, ultra-plush cushions invite you to sink in, while the soft, organic curves and gently arched back add an elegant touch to any space. Crafted with the highest quali...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Outdoor Woven Rope Sofa In Solid Teak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Material: Our products use taut, clean, and highly tenacious rope made of 100% polyester. What makes this material special is because the characteristic of polyester that is extr...
Category
2010s Asian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rope, Teak, Upholstery
Contemporary Isabella Sofa in Designers Guild Kingfisher Velvet with Walnut Legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
An elegant addition to the Isabella range, this Occasional Sofa is perfect for intimate conversation or soulful contemplation. Shown here upholstered i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Natural Canvas and Marbled Rust Two-Seat Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Slightly smaller in size, the two seat sofa is ideal for apartments or smaller spaces requiring a smaller footprint.
This variation is upholstered in a natural canvas.. The foam sea...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Salvador Dali, Contemporary, Red Dali Lips Sofa for BD
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Dalilips designed by Salvador Dali for BD design.
Two-seat sofa made of polyethylene with rotational moulding process. Color red.
Measures: 100 x 170 x 73 H cm.
Is the famous sofa in the shape of a mouth which the artist created together with Oscar Tusquets in 1972 for the Mae West room at the Dalí Museum...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sofas
Materials
Plastic
2023 Sacha Lakic Roche Bobois Bubble 3 / 4 Seat Sofa Tissue Orsetto Flex Ivoire
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 3/4 seat Bubble Sofa, originally designed by Sacha Lakic in 2014. This particular example was produced by Roche Bobois in Italy in 2023. The sofa is comprised of a wooden f...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Foam
De Sede DS-1025/09 Terrazza Sofa in Perla Upholstery by Ubald Klug, 1 Element
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
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
Suelo Modern Wood Sectional
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo® modern wood sectional - 4622 is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat cu...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Hardwood
LUSO 3-seater sofa
Located in Frazão, Porto
LUSO sofa is a very delicate piece, with special details, designed to be used on a daily basis. Upholstered with two fabrics, using a contrasting piping for an refined result. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Lacquer
De Sede DS-1025/09 Terrazza Sofa in Perla Upholstery by Ubald Klug
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
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
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