On the look out for a handsome, mid-century-inspired sofa? May we suggest the Olsen sofa, available exclusively at Calvers and Suvdal.
Tag: Florence Knoll
Fielding sofa from Made.com
This Fielding sofa from Made.com looks like its been influenced by Florence Knoll's classic 1954 sofa.
The Knoll sofa has inspired many high street interpretations (take a look at this Ikea number or this one from Love Your Home For Less) and no wonder when the design still looks so sleek and contemporary. This three-seater sofa has the straight lines and buttoned back that hark back to the 50s original.
The price of this one stands up pretty well to its competitors: the sofa costs £999 for leather finish, or £599 for the grey herringbone upholstery pictured.
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Chill Sofa range at Heal’s
More mid-century style courtesy of the high street, this time the Chill Sofa range at Heal's.
With its straight lines and boxy shape, it's got something of the look of the Florence Knoll sofa. This sofa is given a leather finish, including the luxurious sounding 'Suede soft' leather option. With a soft back, seat and arm cushions, it sounds like this is a design that will be comfortable as well as looking good. The look is finished off by the dark-stained wooden legs.
The version of the sofa pictured costs £2995 or you can buy a smaller version for £2595.
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The Harper midcentury sofa at Love Your Home For Less
Liking the midcentury style of The Harper sofa at Love Your Home For Less.
In fact, it's not a million miles away from the classic Florence Knoll sofa, especially when it comes to those sharp edges and buttoned leather seats. The sofa has a handmade sold been frame, feather wrapped cushions and upholstery on Italian aniline leather.
More images at the site, expect to pay around £1,498.
