Sengu Sofa
Made by Cassina
Designed by Patricia Urquiola
Patricia Urquiola conceived the Sengu as an act of cultural translation. Its name references the Shinto practice of sengu, the sacred, cyclical rebuilding of Japanese shrines, and the sofa carries that spirit of renewal into contemporary domestic life. The silhouette is generous without heaviness. Open lines and a modular architecture invite flexible arrangement, adapting to the rhythms of a household across gathering, conversation, and solitude.
Corner and end elements compose freely. An ottoman option, available with or without an integrated low table, extends the composition's reach without overcomplicating it. Cushions are filled with 100% recycled fiber, a quiet commitment to considered materiality that does not compromise softness or form.
- Designed by Patricia Urquiola for Cassina
- Modular sectional construction with corner, end, and ottoman elements
- Ottoman available with or without integrated low table
- Cushions filled with 100% recycled fiber
- Made to order
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cultural inspiration behind the Sengu Sofa?
The Sengu takes its name from the Shinto ritual of periodically rebuilding sacred Japanese shrines, a practice emphasizing renewal, continuity, and craft over permanence. Patricia Urquiola translated this philosophy into a modular domestic form that can be reconfigured as living arrangements and needs evolve.
Is the Cassina Sengu Sofa fully modular?
Yes. The Sengu is built around a modular system of corner, end, and ottoman elements that can be composed in multiple configurations. This allows architects and designers to tailor the piece to specific spatial conditions and client lifestyles.
What materials are used in the Sengu's cushions?
The cushions are filled with 100% recycled fiber, reflecting Cassina's ongoing commitment to sustainable production practices without sacrificing the softness and sculptural volume that define the sofa's character.
Can the Sengu ottoman be ordered with a built-in table?
Yes. The ottoman is available in two versions: as a standalone element or with an integrated low table, allowing it to function as both a seating component and a surface within the broader composition.
How does Patricia Urquiola's design approach shape the Sengu?
Urquiola consistently works at the intersection of cultural reference and contemporary function. With the Sengu, she avoids imposing a single fixed form, instead designing a system whose identity emerges from how it is arranged, reflecting her broader interest in adaptability and human-centered proportion.