Cappellini Sofa Elan Sofa
Cappellini Sofa Elan Sofa
Cappellini Sofa Elan Sofa
Cappellini Sofa Elan Sofa

Elan Sofa

$13,909

Made by Cappellini

Designed by Jasper Morrison

Designed by Jasper Morrison in 1999, the Elan sofa remains one of Cappellini's most considered expressions of restraint. Its proportions are quietly radical: generous cushioned volumes appear to float above a delicate framework of slender metal legs, placing it among the earliest metal-based seating systems in the modern canon.

Morrison's practice is rooted in the conviction that good design should be felt before it is analyzed. The Elan embodies that sensibility, offering genuine comfort without sacrificing precision of line. The silhouette reads as effortless, though it is the product of careful geometric reasoning.

  • Original design: 1999, with the collection later extended to include a pouf and corner modules
  • Frame construction reflecting Morrison's signature economy of material and structure
  • Available in a range of upholstery options to suit both residential and contract contexts
Size
Size: 3-Seater

Typically ships in 12-14 weeks.

Pairs well with

Product Details

Details
  • Greengard Gold Certified, reserved exclusively for products that do not contain or emit any harmful, volatile substances 
  • Medium density panels with solid fir wood, poplar plywood and metal inserts on top of spring elastic belts 
  • Upon request, feather-stuffed cushions can instead be made from foam  
  • Sofa upholstered in PHILL Cream.
  • Base in Satined Stainless Steel
  • Each sofa composition included two (2) cushions in the same fabric as the sofa.
Shipping & Returns

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Warranty

Luminaire is an authorized retailer of Cappellini. The product comes with a full manufacturer warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who designed the Cappellini Elan Sofa?

The Elan Sofa was designed by British designer Jasper Morrison in 1999. Morrison is known for a practice he describes as "super normal" design, where objects achieve quiet authority through proportion and economy rather than ornament.

What makes the Elan Sofa structurally distinctive?

The Elan's frame relies on slender metal legs to support generous cushioned volumes, creating a visual lightness rare in upholstered seating of its era. At the time of its introduction, this approach to a metal-based seating system was notably forward in the modern canon.

Can the Elan Sofa be configured with additional modules?

Yes. The Elan collection was expanded beyond the original sofa to include a pouf and corner modules, allowing for more expansive or flexible seating arrangements within the same design language.

What upholstery options are available for the Elan Sofa?

The Elan is offered in a range of Cappellini upholstery options, including fabric and leather selections. Specific availability varies by configuration, and a design professional can help identify the most suitable material for a given project.

Is Jasper Morrison's Elan considered a design classic?

The Elan has remained in continuous production since 1999, a distinction that reflects its design integrity rather than trend-driven appeal. Its restrained geometry and structural logic have kept it relevant across more than two decades of interior contexts.

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