Standard
Made by Edra
Designed by Francesco Binfare
Francesco Binfaré has spent decades investigating what it means for a body to truly rest. The Standard sofa is among his most considered answers to that question.
Its defining innovation is a cushion technology that responds to touch. Backrests and armrests yield to the hand, shifting from upright to oblique, from enveloping to open, without mechanism or effort. The seats are deliberately deep, encouraging a posture that is unhurried and genuinely horizontal in spirit.
Configurations follow the architecture of a room rather than imposing upon it. Individual units of varying shapes and depths combine freely into linear, angular, or open-plan arrangements. The result is a sofa that changes with the moment, the mood, and the body occupying it.
- Adaptive cushion system with no mechanical components
- Modular compositions across linear, angular, and free-form arrangements
- Seats of varied depths within a single configuration
- Produced by Edra in Tuscany
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Standard sofa's cushion system work?
The cushions use a proprietary internal structure that loses rigidity when pressure is applied by hand, allowing backrests and armrests to be shaped into low, high, or oblique positions without any mechanical components. The form holds once set and can be reshaped at any time.
Who designed the Edra Standard sofa?
The Standard was designed by Francesco Binfaré, an Italian designer known for his long collaboration with Edra and his sustained focus on the relationship between the human body and furniture. His work often prioritizes adaptive comfort over fixed form.
Can the Standard sofa be configured in different layouts?
Yes. The Standard is a modular system that allows seats of different shapes and depths to be combined in linear, angular, or freeform arrangements, adapting to a wide range of spatial conditions and interior programs.
Where is the Edra Standard sofa manufactured?
Edra produces its furniture in Tuscany, Italy, where craft traditions and material research are central to the manufacturing process. Each piece reflects the brand's commitment to precision and innovation in upholstered furniture.
What upholstery options are available for the Standard sofa?
The Standard is available in a range of fabrics and leathers through Edra's catalog. Specific material and finish options are confirmed at the time of order, as many configurations are made to order.
