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Ariake

Braid Sófi 3 Seater / Sumi askur

1,290,900 kr

Ariake

Braid Sófi 3 Seater / Sumi askur

1,290,900 kr

WOVEN STRUCTURE — BRAID SOFA 3 SEAT / SUMI ASH

The Braid Sofa is designed by Norm Architects for the Japanese furniture brand Ariake. Its defining feature is a distinctive woven braid construction — a structural and aesthetic expression that references traditional Japanese craft while achieving a thoroughly contemporary form. The three-seat version is the full expression of the Braid family — a generous, statement sofa with a strong sculptural presence. The Sumi ash frame — ash treated with traditional Japanese Sumi charcoal finishing — adds depth and tonal drama, making this the most striking configuration in the Braid collection.

KEY FEATURES

  • Designer: Norm Architects
  • Construction: Distinctive woven braid structure — both structural and decorative
  • Frame: Sumi ash — ash treated with traditional Japanese Sumi charcoal finishing
  • Configuration: 3-seat — the full expression of the Braid family, also pairs with 1- and 2-seat versions
  • Aesthetic: References traditional Japanese craft in a contemporary form
  • Family: Part of the Braid Sofa collection (1, 2, and 3 seat)

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Designer: Norm Architects
  • Brand: Ariake
  • Materials: Sumi ash frame, woven braid seat and back
  • Lead time: 4–13 weeks — please check stock availability

USE CASES

  • Statement sofa in a Japandi or contemporary living room
  • Modular seating — combine with 1- and 2-seat versions for a full configuration
  • Primary seating in design-forward hospitality or residential interiors
  • Anchor piece for open-plan living spaces requiring a strong, dark-toned focal point
  • Paired with oak variants for a mixed-tone, curated interior

CARE & MAINTENANCE

  • Wipe the Sumi ash frame with a soft, dry or lightly damp cloth
  • Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to preserve the Sumi finish and braid
  • The woven braid can be lightly brushed to remove dust
  • Do not use wet cloths or chemical cleaners on the braid
  • Natural variation in the Sumi finishing and braid texture is characteristic of each piece

ABOUT THE BRAND

Ariake is a Japanese furniture brand rooted in the craft traditions of the Ariake region of Kyushu. The brand collaborates with international designers to create furniture that bridges Japanese material culture and contemporary European design sensibility. Each piece is made with deep respect for natural materials, traditional techniques, and the slow, considered process of making.