Standalto
Made by Edra
Designed by Francesco Binfare
Francesco Binfaré has spent decades investigating the relationship between the human body and the furniture that receives it. The Standalto is one of his most considered answers: a sofa designed to respond to the person, not the other way around.
At its core is what Binfaré calls the intelligent cushion, a concealed system of articulated joints that allows backrests and armrests to be reshaped with the lightest pressure of a hand. No mechanical fasteners, no visible hardware. The cushion holds its new position, offering a genuinely different configuration each time it is touched.
- Articulated joint system concealed within the cushion structure
- Backrests and armrests repositioned freely by hand
- Sits 15 centimeters above the floor for a sense of suspension
- Generous proportions resolved into a silhouette that appears to float
The sofa's elevation, 15 centimeters off the floor, is a deliberate formal gesture. That suspension gives the piece an atmosphere of weightlessness, its generous form hovering rather than settling. Binfaré's sensibility here is both poetic and precise: comfort as something the body discovers for itself.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Standalto's intelligent cushion system work?
Inside each cushion, a framework of articulated joints holds whatever position the cushion is pressed into by hand. No levers or visible hardware are involved - the structure responds directly to gentle manual pressure and maintains its new shape until adjusted again.
Who designed the Edra Standalto sofa?
The Standalto was designed by Francesco Binfaré, an Italian designer known for his decades-long investigation into ergonomics, softness, and the expressive potential of upholstered furniture. He has been a central creative figure at Edra for many years.
Is the Standalto available in custom upholstery?
Edra offers the Standalto across a broad range of fabrics and leathers, and the piece is made to order. Specific material options and lead times can be confirmed through a showroom or dealer.
What is the significance of the 15 cm floor clearance?
The raised base is a deliberate formal decision by Binfaré. That clearance creates a visual lightness that contrasts with the sofa's generous scale, making the piece appear to hover rather than anchor to the floor.
How does Edra approach quality and construction?
Edra is an Italian manufacturer based in Tuscany, working with designers to develop proprietary construction techniques rather than adapting standard platforms. Each piece is produced with close attention to material behavior and structural innovation, often requiring years of research before reaching production.
