Breaking away from the traditional sofa mould, we’re exploring nine of our favourite nonconformist, sculptural sofas.
Challenging the sofa stereotype, sculptural sofas create comfort and alluring visual interest through their unconventional, plump or curvaceous form. Our collection of nine of sculptural sofas – be they well-loved classics or contemporary frontrunners – are sure to have you rethinking what statement a sofa can make in the living room.
The Marenco Sofa and Strips Sofa, both by Arflex pictured in Toorak House by Lucy Bock Design Studio | Photography by Sharyn Cairns.
The Strips Sofa, part of the Strips collection, is one of Arflex’s most iconic pieces and integral to the brand’s history. Available as a sofa, bed or sofa bed, the Strips Sofa is characterised by fully removable quilted covers.
The Strips Sofa, designed by Cini Boeri for Arflex in the Mayfair Apartment by Richards Stanisich | Photography by Chris Warnes.
The Polar Bear Sofa designed by Jean Royére in Emmanuel de Bayser’s Berlin Apartment | Photography by Manolo Yllera.
Designed by Jean Royére in the late 1940s, the Polar Bear Sofa is upholstered in soft woollen velvet. Today, the sofa has cemented itself as a design icon and is highly sought after by tastemakers and collectors around the globe.
Inspired by a punching bag, Lucy Kurrein’s Rondo 3 Max Sofa, for Molinari Living features simple cylindrical legs that gently press into the leather on the sides, showing just how soft the cushions are.
Originally designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, the classic Camaleonda Sofa has recently been reissued for B&B Italia. Establishing itself as a true icon over the past five decades, the Camaleonda Sofa is constantly featured in international design museums and film-sets.
The Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini featured in the Brooklyn Townhouse designed by Elizabeth Roberts | Photography courtesy of Elizabeth Roberts.
Characterised by its deep curves and rich velvet or leather upholstery, the Cloverleaf Sofa was designed by Verner Panton in 1969 for Verpan. The system is entirely customisable and can be formatted into any shape, that makes it particularly popular with museum and exhibition designers.
The DS-1025 Sofa, designed by Ubald Klug for De Sede consists of the elements ‘left’ and ‘right’. These constitute a welcoming two-seater sofa, a seating pyramid or a small range of upholstered hills, allowing you to implement your own design.
The Marenco Sofa, designed by Mario Marenco for Arflex in Paddington Terrace by Smart Design Studio | Photography by Anson Smart.
The pillowy Marenco Sofa, designed by Mario Marenco for Arflex is padded with stress-resistant polyurethane foam, making for a comfortable and inviting sofa while still offering incredible resistance.
De Sede have been designing premium leather furniture in Switzerland since 1965. The DS-600 Sofa allows you to zip the individual modules together for a sofa of any length.
The DS-600 Sofa by De Sede in the Villa B by Studio KO | Photography courtesy of Studio KO.
Brighton Townhouse by Martin Friedrich Architects | Photography by Tess Kelly and styling by Sisalla Interior Design.
