Parka Modular Sofa
Made by Poltrona Frau
Draga & Aurel drew their first Poltrona Frau commission directly from the cultural memory of the parka jacket, a garment that carried equal weight in American grunge and Italian paninaro street style during the 1990s. The result is a seating system that holds that same paradox: relaxed in silhouette, precise in construction.
Parka's defining gesture is its elliptical backrest, which flows continuously into the armrest and seat without interruption. The upholstery reaches the floor, giving each module a grounded, enveloping presence. Concave and convex configurations allow the system to open toward a room or wrap around it, adapting to the logic of the space rather than imposing its own.
- Modular system with configurable concave and convex arrangements
- Continuous elliptical backrest that flows unbroken into armrest and seat
- Floor-length upholstery for a grounded, enveloping silhouette
- Available in Poltrona Frau's signature Pelle Frau leather and a range of fabric options
- Designed by Draga & Aurel, made in Italy
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are Draga & Aurel?
Draga Obradovic and Aurel K. Basedow are a Milan-based design duo known for work that bridges fashion, material culture, and furniture. Their practice draws on cultural references and craft traditions, and Parka marks their first collaboration with Poltrona Frau.
What upholstery options are available for the Parka sofa?
The Parka is available in Poltrona Frau's Pelle Frau leather, a hide that undergoes a proprietary tanning and finishing process developed over more than a century, as well as a selection of fabric options. Configuration and upholstery choices are made to order.
How does the Parka modular system configure?
The system is built around concave and convex modules that can be arranged to face inward, creating an enclosed conversation area, or outward, opening the composition toward the broader room. The configurations adapt to architectural context rather than prescribing a fixed layout.
What is the lead time for a made-to-order Parka sofa?
As a made-to-order piece produced in Italy, lead times vary depending on configuration, upholstery selection, and current production schedules. Contacting a sales representative directly will provide the most accurate timeline for a specific order.
What is the design reference behind the Parka name?
Draga & Aurel named the collection after the parka jacket, a garment that carried cultural significance in both American grunge and Italian paninaro subcultures of the 1990s. The sofa translates that relaxed, enveloping quality into a precise upholstered form.