&Tradition Lounging

&Tradition Lounging

&Tradition sofas and lounge chairs bring together Scandinavian design heritage, practical comfort and carefully selected materials. The collection includes compact lounge chairs, two and three-seater sofas, poufs and occasional tables designed for contemporary living rooms, reading spaces and open-plan interiors.

Recognisable designs such as the Little Petra chair sit alongside contemporary collections including Inland, Cloud, Loafer and Rely. With options in timber, leather, sheepskin and a broad range of upholstery fabrics, &Tradition lounge furniture can be adapted to different spaces and interior palettes.

Explore the complete &Tradition collection for the brand’s lighting, dining furniture, outdoor collections and home accessories.

Scandinavian furniture for comfortable living

&Tradition works with design archives and contemporary designers to produce furniture that connects established Scandinavian principles with modern requirements. Its lounge furniture is designed around comfort, proportion and everyday use rather than short-term trends.

Some pieces have a low, relaxed profile intended for informal living rooms, while others offer a more upright seat suited to reading, conversation or reception spaces. This variation makes it important to consider how the chair or sofa will be used rather than choosing solely by appearance.

The collection includes designs by Viggo Boesen, Space Copenhagen, Anderssen & Voll, Jaime Hayon, Luca Nichetto, Hvidt & Mølgaard and Hee Welling. Their approaches differ, but each collection pays close attention to the relationship between the frame, upholstery and the person using it.

&Tradition Little Petra chairs and sofas

Designed by Viggo Boesen and first presented in 1938, Little Petra is one of &Tradition’s best-known seating designs. Its low seat, curved back and compact proportions give it a relaxed appearance while allowing it to fit into spaces where a larger lounge chair might feel too dominant.

The Little Petra lounge chair can be positioned beside a sofa, in a bedroom or within a reading corner. A coordinating footstool extends the seating position, while the Little Petra sofa translates the same rounded form into a compact two-person design.

Upholstery has a significant effect on Little Petra’s appearance. Sheepskin emphasises its soft, enveloping form, while woven fabrics and other textile options can create a more tailored result. Timber legs provide a visual connection with flooring, tables and other furniture in the room.

Explore the complete &Tradition Little Petra collection for lounge chairs, sofas and footstools in different upholstery and timber combinations.

&Tradition Inland sofas and lounge chairs

The Inland collection by Anderssen & Voll includes lounge chairs, two-seater sofas, larger sofas, chaise configurations and coordinating poufs. Its low frame and deep cushions create a relaxed seating position while the defined outer structure gives the design a clear architectural outline.

An Inland lounge chair can be used independently or alongside one of the collection’s sofas. The pouf can provide additional seating, support the feet or function as a flexible surface when paired with a suitable tray.

Different sofa sizes make Inland suitable for both compact living rooms and larger open-plan interiors. Before selecting a configuration, check the complete width and depth as well as the position of the arms and any chaise element.

Browse the full &Tradition Inland sofa collection to compare available sizes, upholstery and leather options.

&Tradition sofas for different living spaces

The wider &Tradition sofa collection includes designs with different levels of structure and softness. Cloud combines a light visual profile with substantial upholstered cushions, while Loafer uses rounded forms and an enclosed seat. The Margas sofa provides a compact, sculptural option with a visible timber base.

The Develius sofa collection offers a modular approach, allowing individual seating units and poufs to be combined according to the room. Modular furniture can be useful in larger spaces or where the arrangement may need to change, but the complete configuration should always be measured before ordering.

When choosing a sofa, consider how many people need to sit comfortably and how the room is used. A compact sofa may leave space for individual lounge chairs, while one larger design can establish the main seating area.

Browse all designer sofas, including dedicated collections of two-seater sofas, three-seater sofas and sofas with a chaise.

Choosing an &Tradition lounge chair

An &Tradition lounge chair can provide a dedicated place for reading, conversation or relaxation. The right choice depends on the preferred seating position, the available space and how the chair will relate to the surrounding furniture.

Little Petra and Fly provide low, relaxed seating, while designs such as Rely, Pavilion and Catch have different levels of structure and support. Boomerang and AX introduce more visible timber construction, making the frame an important part of the design.

Check the chair’s seat height, overall width, depth and back height. A deeper seat usually supports a more reclined posture, while a higher or more upright design may be easier to use for conversation and reading.

The chair should also be considered in relation to nearby tables and lighting. Allow enough space to walk around it and make sure an accompanying side table can be reached comfortably.

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Upholstery, leather and timber finishes

Upholstery affects the comfort, appearance and maintenance requirements of a sofa or lounge chair. Textured fabrics can add depth to a neutral room, while smoother weaves create a more restrained surface. Leather develops its own character over time and can provide contrast with soft textiles elsewhere in the space.

Colour should be considered in relation to natural light, flooring and existing furniture. Neutral upholstery provides flexibility, while green, blue, red and other stronger colours can establish a focal point.

Timber frames and legs are available in natural, stained and lacquered finishes across the collection. Exact grain and tone vary because wood is a natural material. It is not necessary to match every timber finish in the room, but closely related tones can help the arrangement feel balanced.

Follow the care instructions for the specific fabric, leather, sheepskin, timber or stone selected. Prompt attention to spills and regular gentle cleaning will help preserve the material without damaging its finish.

Poufs, coffee tables and lounge tables

Poufs can provide additional seating, support the feet or complete a sofa arrangement. Designs from the Inland and Develius collections coordinate with their associated seating but can also be used independently.

A coffee or lounge table should relate to the height and scale of the seating around it. Leave enough clearance for comfortable movement while keeping the surface within reach. The Fly and In Between lounge tables offer different timber and stone combinations, while the Palette table introduces a more sculptural arrangement of shapes and materials.

Browse our wider collections of designer coffee tables, side tables and poufs to complete the seating area.

Measuring for an &Tradition sofa or chair

Begin by marking the product’s complete dimensions on the floor. Check the width, depth and height against doors, radiators, windows and routes through the room. Remember to include the additional depth of a chaise or footstool.

Delivery access is equally important. Measure doorways, hallways, staircases, lifts and any tight turns between the entrance and the final position. Product dimensions should be checked against the intended access route before ordering.

In an open-plan room, use the sofa to define the seating area without restricting movement between the living and dining spaces. A lounge chair can be positioned at an angle to soften the arrangement, while a rug and coffee table can connect the individual pieces.

For adjacent dining furniture, explore the &Tradition dining collection.

Lighting an &Tradition living space

A comfortable seating area needs lighting at several heights. Overhead lighting can provide general illumination, while floor, table and portable lamps make reading easier and create a more relaxed atmosphere in the evening.

Position a directional floor lamp beside a lounge chair or sofa where it can illuminate a book without shining directly into the user’s eyes. A table lamp can bring light to a side table, shelf or console, while a portable rechargeable lamp can move as the room’s use changes.

Browse the complete &Tradition lighting collection for the brand’s table, floor, wall, pendant and portable designs. To understand the differences between Flowerpot, Bellevue, Copenhagen, Formakami and the brand’s other lighting families, read our expert guide to the &Tradition lamp collection.

You can also explore our wider collections of living room lighting, designer floor lights and table lamps.

Creating a balanced living room

A complete living room does not need every piece to come from the same collection. Combining one &Tradition sofa with a contrasting lounge chair can create a more natural arrangement, particularly when the pieces share a related timber, colour or fabric texture.

Begin with the largest item, usually the sofa, and add chairs and tables according to the remaining space. Keep clear routes through the room and avoid placing every seat directly against a wall if the layout allows a more conversational arrangement.

The &Tradition lounging collection offers seating for compact reading corners, family living rooms and larger open spaces. Explore sofas, lounge chairs, poufs and tables designed to balance clear Scandinavian forms with practical everyday comfort.