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Craftsmen at heart
Under the name "Stern Polster Klingnau", Ernst Lüthy and his team dedicate themselves to the processing of tanned bull hides − and continue to refine their craft. Their experience in the saddlery trade helps them to create furniture that not only impresses with its design, but also sets completely new standards in terms of ergonomics and comfort.
It's really getting started
In 1965, the family business became a public limited company and it was time for a new name. The name, which comes from Latin, says it all: de Sede literally means "from sitting". A clear commitment.
From this point on, the company developed rapidly; top designers of international stature were brought in to create, production was expanded and an international distribution network was established.
From this point on, the company developed rapidly; top designers of international stature were brought in to create, production was expanded and an international distribution network was established.
Call from Hollywood
In October 1968, filming of the movie "James Bond 007 - On Her Majesty's Secret Service" began in Switzerland. The futuristic revolving restaurant on the Schilthorn served as one of the main locations. It was there that de Sede made its first grandiose worldwide film appearance with the DS-101. Even today, de Sede furniture is a shooting star on film sets all over the world - and world-class stars like to surround themselves with our legendary sculptures.
Perfectly threaded: DS-31 Lace
1967
The love of craftsmanship is reflected in the DS-31's strap stitching, which is artfully applied by hand to the upholstery edges and armrests with the utmost care.
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Patchwork in perfection: DS-80 Memory
1969
Since its launch in 1969, the DS-80 daybed has established itself as a timeless classic from de Sede, which introduced the patchwork finish.
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The endless seat snake: DS-600 Snake
1972
Striking, iconic, legendary: in 1974, a young Swiss design collective came up with the idea of a modular endless sofa − a classic from our manufactory and unrivaled in terms of ergonomics, design and quality.
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Sitting on a new level: DS-1025 Terrazza
1974
Fifty years ago, Swiss designer Ubald Klug developed a piece of seating furniture that literally took seating culture to a new level − a homage to the Swiss landscape that invites you to sit in all kinds of different ways.
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Incredible: DS-47 Bull
1976
Thick, thicker, NECK leather: when the revolutionary DS-47 was presented at the IMM in Cologne in 1976, the exhibition stand had to be closed again and again: How was it possible to process the 5 mm thick bull leather? Even today, this is an example of de Sede's craftsmanship.
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A classic with impact: DS-2878 Boxing
1978
The 7:1 scale de Sede boxing glove DS-2878 has been bringing the popular sport of boxing into the home since 1978.
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Futuristic and filigree: DS-150
1986
At the end of the 1980s, Santiago Calatrava created a lounger that caused a sensation with its futuristic aura and is still a coveted collector's item today: the DS-150, affectionately known as the "ironing board".
Seating island redefined: DS-102 Shell
1997
The softly upholstered shell with the extremely comfortable cushions of this model series is an island in the living room and invites you to relax and dream, whether as a sofa, armchair or stool. Beautiful detail: the crossed leather cords.
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Everything moves: DS-164 Slide
2003
From an open sofa to an elegant chaise longue in a single movement: the backrest of the DS-164 can be rotated 360° in style. A classic with intelligent functionality that is still very popular today.
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Boomerang: DS-60
2010
The purist shape of the Boomerang with its bold yet elegant lines inspired the design of the DS-60. The slim, floating shape blends harmoniously into any room and gives it that certain something.
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Simple and functional: DS-87 Donna
2018
The special feature of the DS-87 Donna is its simple elegance in combination with the ingenious mechanism: it allows a low backrest and a short seat or a high backrest and a deep seat to alternate. Simply put: a masterpiece from our manufactory.
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Sculptural hybrid: DS-266 Yoga
2020
Armchair or lounger: with the DS-266 you don't have to choose, but can sit or lounge as the mood takes you. The sculptural hybrid is rounded off with a masterfully crafted patchwork look.
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Endlessly modular: DS-707 Canada
2020
A contemporary sculpture with the charisma of a classic, the DS-707 is available in everything from armchairs and classic sofas to spacious landscapes, its meandering form lends rooms a powerful effect.
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The limits of leather: DS-808 Onda
2023
The DS-808 Onda is a wave-like sculpture that experiments with the limits of leather as a material. It is created by placing the leather, like a throw, on a curved construction: original, authentic, a homage to classic de Sede designs and at the same time refreshingly different.
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Let's go outside: Outdoor by de Sede
2024
60 years after its foundation, de Sede is taking a big step − outside, into the open air! The legendary icons of Swiss craftsmanship are now also available in a weatherproof version for outdoor use - thanks to first-class materials and masterful workmanship in the areas of construction, fabric and upholstery.
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Seating design in motion: DS-888 Collina
2024
The premiere of the DS-888 Collina at the Salone del Mobile 2024 in Milan caused an immense stir among the international audience. This was due in particular to the innovative backrest functionality: it can be moved all around and is infinitely adjustable in height. The modular DS-888 Collina is suitable for indoors and outdoors and works just as well as a compact two-seater as it does as an impressive seating landscape.
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