de Sede Swiss Leather Furniture

de Sede creates handcrafted Swiss leather furniture distinguished by sculptural forms, exceptional comfort and meticulous upholstery. Since 1965, the company has transformed premium leather and natural materials into sofas, modular seating, lounge chairs, beds and tables designed to remain beautiful through generations of use.

Available through Scott + Cooner, de Sede furniture brings together iconic 20th-century designs and innovative contemporary collections. From the endlessly configurable DS-600 Snake to the architectural DS-1025 Terrazza and relaxed DS-707 sofa, each piece reflects the precision, individuality and material quality associated with Swiss craftsmanship.

Swiss-Made Furniture Since 1965

de Sede was established in Klingnau, Switzerland, in 1965 and grew from a tradition of skilled leatherworking into an internationally recognized furniture manufacturer. Its identity remains rooted in specialist knowledge, hands-on production and an uncompromising approach to quality.

Every upholstered piece is manufactured in Switzerland by craftspeople trained in leather selection, cutting, sewing and upholstery. Traditional skills are supported by modern production methods, allowing complex designs to achieve both visual precision and lasting comfort.

Rather than treating its furniture as temporary fashion, de Sede describes its creations as sculptures. Each piece is intended to possess an individual presence, contribute character to an interior and improve through years of use.

The Art of Leather Upholstery

Leather is central to the de Sede collection. Specialists carefully evaluate each hide, considering its grain, texture and natural variations before determining how it should be cut and used.

This trained selection process allows the company to work with the inherent qualities of leather rather than treating it as a perfectly uniform industrial material. Precise seams—some completed entirely by hand—follow the contours of each design and reveal the experience of the upholsterer.

The result is furniture with a tactile, personal character. Supple surfaces develop depth and patina over time, while carefully engineered cushioning maintains the comfort and support expected from a premium Swiss sofa.

DS-600 Snake: An Iconic Modular Sofa

Introduced in 1972, the DS-600 is one of de Sede’s most recognizable designs. Created by Ueli Berger, Eleonore Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt, the modular sofa is composed of individual upholstered elements connected to form a continuous seating landscape.

The flexible system can follow a straight line, sweep through a gentle curve or create an expressive serpentine composition. Additional modules allow the sofa to expand in response to the scale and architecture of a room.

Known as the Snake or Tatzelwurm, the DS-600 challenges the traditional idea of a sofa as a fixed rectangular object. It can define open-plan living spaces, hospitality lounges and large public interiors while encouraging conversation and social interaction.

DS-1025 Terrazza by Ubald Klug

Designed by Ubald Klug in 1974, the DS-1025 Terrazza takes inspiration from layered terrain. Its stepped cushions create an upholstered landscape that can be viewed and used from different directions.

Individual modules may stand alone or be arranged together to form an extended seating composition. The terraced profile gives the piece an architectural quality, while generous upholstery provides an informal place to sit, recline and gather.

The design remains visually radical decades after its introduction. It works as functional seating and as a sculptural centerpiece for modern residences, creative workplaces, hotels and cultural spaces.

Contemporary Sofas and Lounge Seating

de Sede continues to develop new seating that combines comfort with a strong design identity. The DS-707 by Philippe Malouin uses folded, flowing upholstery to create a sofa with an expressive silhouette and relaxed character.

Collections by Hugo de Ruiter explore movement, transformation and modularity. The DS-164 Slide incorporates adjustable elements, while the DS-167 Island creates flexible seating for open interiors. Stefan Heiliger’s designs investigate ergonomic motion through sculptural forms that support different sitting and reclining positions.

Newer collections such as DS-888 Collina by atelier oï and the de Sede Design Team, and DS-909 Flow developed with Yonoh Studio, extend this approach with contemporary interpretations of modular comfort.

Armchairs, Beds and Tables

Although de Sede is best known for leather sofas, its collection also includes armchairs, dining and lounge chairs, beds and tables. These pieces bring the company’s sculptural design language and material expertise into different areas of the interior.

Lounge chairs may incorporate reclining, swiveling or adjustable functions without sacrificing visual clarity. Upholstered beds translate de Sede’s knowledge of leather and comfort into the bedroom, while tables provide complementary forms and finishes for living and dining spaces.

The broad portfolio allows designers to create cohesive interiors while maintaining variety in scale, silhouette and function.

Designed for Individual Interiors

Many de Sede collections are available in multiple configurations, leather qualities, colors and upholstery options. Modular seating can be adapted to the dimensions and circulation of an interior, while individual pieces may be tailored through selected materials and finishes.

This flexibility is especially valuable for architectural projects where standard furniture dimensions may not support the intended composition. Curved sofas can define a conversation area, separate zones within an open room or follow a distinctive architectural feature.

de Sede also develops individualized furniture solutions for residential, hospitality, workplace and public environments. Each product is made with attention to the requirements of the particular order.

Outdoor by de Sede

de Sede has extended selected furniture icons into weather-resistant outdoor versions. The collection brings the sculptural character of designs such as the DS-600 Snake and DS-1025 Terrazza to terraces, gardens, poolside spaces, hotels, restaurants and yachts.

Purpose-developed outdoor upholstery uses ventilating, antibacterial and mold-resistant foam structures designed to help prevent water retention. Weather-conscious structural components, outdoor-grade wood and suitable textiles support performance in exterior settings.

Additional outdoor models include DS-888 Collina, DS-164 Slide, DS-167 Island, DS-266 Yoga and DS-80 Memory. These designs allow outdoor environments to achieve the same level of comfort and visual distinction as carefully furnished interiors.

Durable Design and Responsible Craftsmanship

Longevity is central to de Sede’s understanding of responsible furniture. Its products are designed to remain structurally sound, comfortable and visually relevant rather than being replaced as trends change.

Manufacturing in Switzerland supports close control of materials, production and working conditions. The company emphasizes natural materials and short supply routes where possible while preserving the specialist upholstery skills required to maintain its quality standards.

The leather used for de Sede seating is a byproduct of European cattle farming for food production, and the company works with tanneries held to environmental requirements. A long service life further reduces the need for repeated manufacturing and replacement.

de Sede for Residential and Contract Projects

The de Sede collection is suited to private homes, executive offices, hotels, restaurants, lounges and other public environments. Iconic modular designs can create large social seating areas, while armchairs and compact sofas address smaller rooms and intimate settings.

Scott + Cooner assists homeowners, architects and interior designers with product selection, configurations, dimensions, leather choices and specifications. Our team can help develop de Sede solutions suited to the scale, use and character of each project.

Discover de Sede at Scott + Cooner

Explore de Sede Swiss leather sofas, modular seating, lounge chairs and tables at Scott + Cooner. Our experienced team can help you select an iconic or contemporary design and personalize it for your interior.

Contact Scott + Cooner for de Sede pricing, leather samples, configurations and personalized project assistance.