25 Upholstered Furniture Pieces Make It Easy to Relax
Classic forms get a contemporary update
Words by: Matt Dougherty
25 Upholstered Furniture Pieces Make It Easy to Relax
Words by: Matt Dougherty
Classic forms get a contemporary update

Featuring soft colors in original plant fabrics, Paola Lenti’s Eres collection employs linen, hemp, bamboo, raphia, igusa, and abaca to aid in environmental sustainability.
Featuring soft colors in original plant fabrics, Paola Lenti’s Eres collection employs linen, hemp, bamboo, raphia, igusa, and abaca to aid in environmental sustainability.

An elegant interpretation of classic forms, EQ3’s Joan sofa features high-density, high-resiliency foam cushions. An extended seat option is also available.
An elegant interpretation of classic forms, EQ3’s Joan sofa features high-density, high-resiliency foam cushions. An extended seat option is also available.

Walters’ solid teak-clad Georgica lounge collection, which includes a sectional sofa in the same style, boasts subtle curves that complement woven rope panels.
Walters’ solid teak-clad Georgica lounge collection, which includes a sectional sofa in the same style, boasts subtle curves that complement woven rope panels.

From JANUS et Cie, the modular Senja collection comprises daybeds, chaise lounges, arm sofas, and more—all featuring a frame and legs in powdercoated aluminum.
From JANUS et Cie, the modular Senja collection comprises daybeds, chaise lounges, arm sofas, and more—all featuring a frame and legs in powdercoated aluminum.

With its inviting curves and rich palette, Jetclass’ Aspen armchair is a contemporary piece designed to fit into a wide range of interiors.
With its inviting curves and rich palette, Jetclass’ Aspen armchair is a contemporary piece designed to fit into a wide range of interiors.

Anca Rotaru’s new armchairs span many fabric options and showcase a soft curve of the seat and an armrest that highlights the silhouette’s pure line.
Anca Rotaru’s new armchairs span many fabric options and showcase a soft curve of the seat and an armrest that highlights the silhouette’s pure line.

With its upholstered seat and wraparound back, Suite NY’s Botero stool retains a classic look for a comfortable seating experience.
With its upholstered seat and wraparound back, Suite NY’s Botero stool retains a classic look for a comfortable seating experience.

Distinguished by its semi-enclosed shape, BuzziSpace’s BuzziHug is a privacy booth designed as a standing desk. It can be fixed to the floor or moved around according to specific spatial needs.
Distinguished by its semi-enclosed shape, BuzziSpace’s BuzziHug is a privacy booth designed as a standing desk. It can be fixed to the floor or moved around according to specific spatial needs.

Intended as an alternative work station, Allsteel’s Jetty:Mod modular sofa is characterized by curvilinear and linear forms. A variety of upholstery, laminate, and metal finishes are offered.
Intended as an alternative work station, Allsteel’s Jetty:Mod modular sofa is characterized by curvilinear and linear forms. A variety of upholstery, laminate, and metal finishes are offered.

The curved, sculptural back of Stickley Contract’s Amelia swivel chair exposes the voluminous seat nestled within as the narrow arms rise at a gentle angle to cradle the user.
The curved, sculptural back of Stickley Contract’s Amelia swivel chair exposes the voluminous seat nestled within as the narrow arms rise at a gentle angle to cradle the user.

With a tall back that allows for privacy, Aceray’s Unico armchair is made with a multi-density, high-resilient polyurethane foam cushion and a solid wood base. A booster pillow is optional.
With a tall back that allows for privacy, Aceray’s Unico armchair is made with a multi-density, high-resilient polyurethane foam cushion and a solid wood base. A booster pillow is optional.

Originally designed for the transformation of the Hôtel-Dieu de Lyon in France into the Hotel InterContinental Lyon, Ligne Roset’s Soufflot chair, designed by Jean-Philippe Nuel, features a plain yet pretty covering that complements the ornate architecture.
Originally designed for the transformation of the Hôtel-Dieu de Lyon in France into the Hotel InterContinental Lyon, Ligne Roset’s Soufflot chair, designed by Jean-Philippe Nuel, features a plain yet pretty covering that complements the ornate architecture.

Sandler Seating’s highly customizable Escalas collection can combine upholstered seats, arms, privacy panels, and laminated tabletops in a variety of arrangements. Its new quilted effect feels warm and inviting.
Sandler Seating’s highly customizable Escalas collection can combine upholstered seats, arms, privacy panels, and laminated tabletops in a variety of arrangements. Its new quilted effect feels warm and inviting.

A pared-back version of the classic armchair, DesignByThem’s Cabin seat boasts a modest form that is easily adaptable. The chair’s fixed lumbar also acts as an armrest for added support and comfort.
A pared-back version of the classic armchair, DesignByThem’s Cabin seat boasts a modest form that is easily adaptable. The chair’s fixed lumbar also acts as an armrest for added support and comfort.

Inspired by 1960s European Modernism, RH’s Renzo sofa combines a striking geometric silhouette with clean lines. The slender, dramatically sloped arms flank its generously proportioned seat while the low-slung frame seems to float upon the wooden plinth base.
Inspired by 1960s European Modernism, RH’s Renzo sofa combines a striking geometric silhouette with clean lines. The slender, dramatically sloped arms flank its generously proportioned seat while the low-slung frame seems to float upon the wooden plinth base.

Featuring a roomy seat with supportive cushioning and a mid-height back, the clean silhouette of Room & Board’s Matteo lounge chair complements subtle piping details that run from the base of the arms to the back.
Featuring a roomy seat with supportive cushioning and a mid-height back, the clean silhouette of Room & Board’s Matteo lounge chair complements subtle piping details that run from the base of the arms to the back.

Crafted by Romanian artisans using reclaimed wood from abandoned farmhouses, Industry West’s Alyson lounge chair updates 1930s-style bistro seating with handpainted water buffalo leather.
Crafted by Romanian artisans using reclaimed wood from abandoned farmhouses, Industry West’s Alyson lounge chair updates 1930s-style bistro seating with handpainted water buffalo leather.

Edition 2020, the third collection from architect Patricia Anastassiadis for Artefacto, includes the Geta modular sofa, which is inspired by the clean lines and shapes of Japanese design and the work of French-German artist Jean Arp.
Edition 2020, the third collection from architect Patricia Anastassiadis for Artefacto, includes the Geta modular sofa, which is inspired by the clean lines and shapes of Japanese design and the work of French-German artist Jean Arp.

Sacha Lakic’s penchant for luxury cars informs his curved creations for Roche Bobois, including his latest, the Perspective sofa. Tufted in the company’s Orsetto Flex or Techno fabrics, its sculptural form includes a base made from solid beech wood in a varnish satin finish.
Sacha Lakic’s penchant for luxury cars informs his curved creations for Roche Bobois, including his latest, the Perspective sofa. Tufted in the company’s Orsetto Flex or Techno fabrics, its sculptural form includes a base made from solid beech wood in a varnish satin finish.

The Zane modular sofa collection from Level 4 Designs flaunts a single uninterrupted line from its seat to the floor. Cushions are made with contrasting welt details, while block wooden feet come in an espresso finish.
The Zane modular sofa collection from Level 4 Designs flaunts a single uninterrupted line from its seat to the floor. Cushions are made with contrasting welt details, while block wooden feet come in an espresso finish.

The fully upholstered Taru sofa from Ligne Roset features a curved backrest that is constructed from mechanically soldered tubular steel clad in foam. Large, medium, and one-arm settee options are available.
The fully upholstered Taru sofa from Ligne Roset features a curved backrest that is constructed from mechanically soldered tubular steel clad in foam. Large, medium, and one-arm settee options are available.

Edelman Leather’s channel-quilted ottomans boast plain-stitched seams that are used on all vertical and horizontal edges, encasing the handcarved, multi-density foam that is applied in layers over the hardwood frame.
Edelman Leather’s channel-quilted ottomans boast plain-stitched seams that are used on all vertical and horizontal edges, encasing the handcarved, multi-density foam that is applied in layers over the hardwood frame.

Derived from the Danish expression of Hygge, Allsteel’s Hyg range of seating is characterized by soft lines and gently hugging contours for a voluminous form and silhouette.
Derived from the Danish expression of Hygge, Allsteel’s Hyg range of seating is characterized by soft lines and gently hugging contours for a voluminous form and silhouette.

Barcelona from American Leather Hospitality is crafted with channel quilting and aluminum legs in either black, bronze, or a polished finish. The stitching and upholstery are available in range of colors.
Barcelona from American Leather Hospitality is crafted with channel quilting and aluminum legs in either black, bronze, or a polished finish. The stitching and upholstery are available in range of colors.

Magis introduces the Troy collection’s expanded range, which now includes a low chair with arms. A painted steel rod frame and upholstery in polyurethane fabric round out the look.
Magis introduces the Troy collection’s expanded range, which now includes a low chair with arms. A painted steel rod frame and upholstery in polyurethane fabric round out the look.