MINIMALIST SOFAS
The essence of the best minimalist sofa is seen in a foundational design language that speaks, less is more. Explore our hand-picked collection of Denmark’s most beloved contemporary minimalist sofas, designed by award-winning artists and handmade by some of Europe’s finest workshops.
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The Popularity of Minimalist Sofas
The rise of minimalist sofa design started in earnest in the nineteen sixties, coming to the fore in the late seventies. Since it’s advent, the minimalist sofa has enjoyed consistent popularity amidst the changing trends of interior design. An example of such is the unchanging love for minimalist sofa design within the homes of Scandinavia, over the last half a century. The Scandinavian aesthetic is rooted in minimalism and to this day forms a major influence on interiors across the world. Whilst maximalist and vintage pieces are undoubtedly interesting in their own regard, the clean, reductive lines and natural materials used to craft the minimalist sofa, give it an unrivalled timelessness. Such sofa design can contribute to interior spaces which exude peace and serenity, as unnecessary ornamentation is thoughtfully eliminated from the design. The modern minimalist aesthetic within Danish sofa design exemplifies not only stunning silhouettes but also the practice of functional ergonomics. The use of ergonomics, particularly prominent in Danish minimalist furniture ensures that your sofa not only looks great, but is made to fit the dimensions of the human body for the needs of daily use. The minimalist couch fulfils peoples desire to have a statement sofa which also comfortably meets the demands of the modern home.
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Exploring Minimalist Sofa Design
When we look at the fundamental design principles behind any modern minimalist sofa, we are able to see that they all adhere to the same core tenets of design. The legs of both single and corner sofas are a good indicator of the design movement from which they stem. Within minimalist furniture, each element of the design is reduced and streamlined to open up space within the overall shape, more being said by what’s not present in the design than what is. This marked reduction of form is one of the key characteristics of the most acclaimed minimalist sofas on the world design stage. Legs of a minimalist sofa will be designed with simplicity and avoid the size and carved ornamentation techniques seen in sofas of previous eras. Many contemporary minimalist sofas will take form reduction a step further, omitting the visible presence of legs altogether, especially within modular sofa designs. The materials used for sofa legs can vary from one minimalist sofa to the next. In general the aesthetics of natural materials such as oiled hardwoods are a more favoured choice within the minimalist school of designers. There are however many great sofa designs which utilise brushed or painted steel legs to great effect, for an ultra contemporary look.
Choosing Minimalist Sofa Upholstery
A defining characteristic of the Scandinavian minimalist sofa aesthetic is the use of natural materials, finished in colours within the neutral palette. Natural materials such as blonde hardwoods and upholsteries of wool, linen and leather have become a much-loved feature of modern minimalist sofas. The use of natural upholstery in various shades of neutral, creates a calm airiness that simply cannot be achieved with bold colours and synthetic finishes. Off-white, cream, beige and grey minimalist sofas are the best neutral colour options for those wanting to create a timeless refined look. Woven fabrics which create a visual texture to a living room are increasingly popular on minimalist sofas, with high sheen finishes being avoided. The texture and warmth created by the right upholstery cannot be overlooked when choosing a minimalist sofa set. Leather has seen a marked comeback in recent years with soft, ethical hides with muted surface treatments being preferred above the high sheen, over-treated finishes of yesteryear. All of the fabrics used on our minimalist sofas are naturally Standard 100 by Okeo-Tex®, ensuring you are spared from every chemical which is harmful to human health, often associated with the UK fire-retardation processes.
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Choosing the Best Minimalist Sofa Set
Buying sofas in sets has become a common necessity as home interiors increasingly move towards open-plan layouts. Open-plan interior design favours the removal of traditional boundaries to create larger rooms with more ‘open’ space. In many plans these rooms tend to suit minimalist sofa design and often require more than one sofa within the layout. Corner sofas, sofa pairs and full sets with matching armchairs are used to furnish these functional minimalist interiors. Designers and architects tend to choose minimalist sofas within their plans due to how the reductionist form and clean lines of these sofas serve to add a refined elegance to living spaces without becoming the focus in and of themselves. Such sofas help create a subtle gracefulness that comes from their simplicity and natural quality. The use of open-ended corner sofas is a Danish technique, whereby the single open end helps to soften the room design, blending the sofa with the surrounding space and breaking down unnecessary lines and angles.
Within our handpicked collection of minimalist sofas, we feature beautiful and timeless sofas designed by some of Denmark’s most renowned artists. Each sofa has a restrained silhouette, finished with handcrafted oak fittings for an iconic Danish impression you’ll love. The elegant minimalist designs are partnered with the sofas’ robust interior construction for a long-lasting and undeniably comfy couch experience. The majority of the sofas in our collection come with a ten year warranty, a testament to their build quality and careful construction. Enjoy exploring the peace and calm of a minimalist sofa, upholstered in soft neutrals within your home today. An timeless, iconic look for homes across the world.
