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| Known for its durability, richness, and ability to patina beautifully over time, leather remains one of the most iconic materials in design. Whether used structurally or as a soft, tactile surface, leather adds depth and refinement. This week, we highlight five designs that explore the material in distinct and unexpected ways. |
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| SCARPA 925 LOUNGE |
| Afra & Tobia Scarpa |
Designed in 1966, the Scarpa 925 Lounge Chair features a sculptural wood frame with a suspended, saddle-stitched leather seat. The anatomical design of the leather-covered seat, combined with the natural elasticity of the cantilevered backrest, creates a lounge chair that is equally comfortable and elegant. Produced in Italy, the design exemplifies a refined, architectural use of leather.
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| TRE 3 |
| Angelo Mangiarotti |
| A true showstopper, Tre 3 is instantly identifiable by its three rectangular legs and topstitched leather sling seat. Made from solid wood with a hand-upholstered leather seat, the design is quiet yet sophisticated. The saddle leather adds a smooth, supportive surface and a tactile layer of luxury to the architectural frame. |
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| CB-311 LEATHER DESK |
| Craig Bassam and Scott Fellows |
| The CB-311 Desk pairs solid wood with a thick, vegetable-tanned leather writing surface, creating a tactile and elegant workspace. The leather is stitched and wrapped by hand, offering a contrast to the precise wood joinery. Refined and elegant, the desk showcases the material’s ability to patina gracefully with repeated use while maintaining its original character. |
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| DAN SVARTH SOFA |
| Dan Svarth |
| Designed in 2018, this sofa by Danish architect Dan Svarth is a study in precision and material elegance. A key feature is its use of leather: Each panel is cut from a single hide, allowing for a seamless and uninterrupted expression of the material’s natural beauty. The leather upholstery is supple yet structured, offering comfort without compromising the sofa’s tailored form. A sustainably sourced mahogany frame outlines the silhouette, creating a striking contrast between the warm wood and rich leather. Also available as a three-seater. |
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| ADNET COFFEE TABLE |
| Jacques Adnet |
| Originally designed in the 1950s, the Adnet Coffee Table blends the elegance of French modernism with equestrian detail. The circular glass top is set within a stitched, full-grain leather-wrapped steel frame with brass accents, highlighting Adnet’s signature combination of materials. Both functional and decorative, the table speaks to the timeless appeal of finely crafted leatherwork. |
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