from canes to contemporary: ligne roset

Ligne Roset is a French-based multinational company with an impressive lineup of furnishings that extends far beyond their humble beginnings as a bentwood cane manufacturer. Above: Francois Bauchet’s Yang possesses wavy, interlocking edges that allow you to “build your own sofa”. Available in both left- and right-armed versions, Yang is not only versatile but durable: the covers are removable for easy cleaning.

Alban-Sebastien Gilles’ Neo, Jul and Jil are compact geometric chairs, each with its own distinct personality. The acclaimed Neo rocking chair is contemporary without being austere; a gently curving seat includes a lumbar pillow for maximum comfort, while sharply angled arms add a bit of zest and come in your choice of aluminum or wood. Meanwhile, Jul and Jil are two peas in a pod: Jul is the more masculine of the two with straight, angular features, while Jil’s curvaceous body appeals to feminine sensibilities.

The Facett is even more geometric than the Neo chair, with slab sides and flared “wings” for arms. A ribbed and quilted cover is wrapped around the chair for comfort; the segmented appearance actually resembles a futuristic/sci-fi clothing (Battlestar Galactica, anyone?).

While the Facett is “minimally” plumped, the Togo is “maximally” plumped–not only is this sofa all-foam, but it includes five different densities of foam for comfort. The puffy segmentation in this case is almost insect/caterpillar-like, giving Togo a more carefree and organic look.

Lastly: Didier Gomez’s Feng and French collections combine sleek, contemporary lines with tightly controlled curves and Bultex foam cushions. This basic design aesthetic is consistently applied to armchairs, sofas, loveseats, chaises and ottomans. This of course is just a small taste of what Ligne Roset has to offer; for more products and store locations, visit the link below.
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