Eye Spy... Eames Sofa Compact

Sofa Compact by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller - photo: hermanmiller.com

Designed in 1954, the Sofa Compact was an adaptation from a built in sofa that Charles and Ray Eames designed for their own home in the 1940's. The freestanding version has been in production since 1954 without interruption. Although the original intent for this piece was probably to have it work for smaller constricted spaces, this sofa is beautiful in any modern interior with an aim for spaciousness and clean lines.

photo: hermanmiller.com

photo: hermanmiller.com

Herman Miller offers a large array of upholstery options for the Sofa Compact that vary from tight/smooth commercial weaves to lush felted wool such as Kvadrat's Divina Melange. Depending on your fabric choice, this sofa works well in various spaces including commercial settings and office waiting rooms, to cozy apartment living rooms. Parking lots too ...

photo: hermanmiller.com

photo: hermanmiller.com

View the Sofa Compact on our website here. Read more about the design story on Herman Miller's website here.