Retro sofas
70's style furniture is back and so are retro sofas. The Model 10 design is a nod to retro interior design, with double stitch detailing, winged arms and angled feet, it’s a contemporary sofa that’s deeply rooted in retro design.
Choose retro fabrics and colours
Our collection of retro style fabric colours range from brick to mustard, kingfisher to caramel, chestnut to harissa and more. The perfect fabric for your retro sofa or armchair. Can’t decide, order a free fabric sample before you order.
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Defined by its bold and unconventional design, the 70s style armchairs often feature curves, vibrant colours and geometric shapes or patterns. Armchairs from the 1970s are distinctive, iconic and use natural elements. The Model 10 armchair is a nod to this time period, featuring winged arms and double stitch detailing.
Mid-century sofas
Mid-century sofas come with clean lines, a minimalist look, and a sleek design. It’s a look that came from the 1930's - 1960's, one that had a big focus on function and practicality. Mid-century sofas usually have a low profile with angled and tapered legs. Upholstery from the period is often tufted, especially with pulled button or pulled stitch detailing.
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Model 10 FAQs
Everything you need to know about retro sofas and styles.
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What is retro style furniture?
When we think of retro style furniture, we think of furniture items that mimic the popular designs from the 1950s to 1980s. Materials used are often teak or oak, metal and plastics. Pastel colours like mustard yellows and light greens are featured heavily. Furniture items will also feature clean lines and minimalist decor.
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What is considered retro style?
Retro style is a broad term that covers design trends of the 20th century. Retro style covers fashion, music, technology, entertainment, vehicles and, of course, interior design. Retro style items are often remakes of the desired aesthetic and shouldn’t be confused with vintage originals from the era. In terms of furniture, retro style is furniture that replicates the style through design, colours and materials.
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What is the difference between retro and vintage furniture?
Retro and vintage furniture can be confused easily, but there are big differences. Vintage furniture refers to items that are over 20 years old. Retro furniture refers to items that reflect the look and feel of the 1950s - 1980s, but are new, replicated pieces. For example, the Model 10 is a brand new product that replicates the retro look, it’s not from that era. If it was, it might be classed as a vintage furniture item.
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What do you call 70s decor?
70s decor refers to interior design from the 1970s, a decade of expression, design philosophies and expression. This includes home decor that uses earthy tones, shag carpets, open living spaces, dark wooden furniture, natural materials, and touches of bohemian.
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Are the 70s considered mid century?
70s style and decor is not considered mid-century. Mid-century modern refers to the furniture and architecture design movement which started in the mid-1930s and ran until 1960s