The Sofa that Found Its Angle

Some spaces just refuse to play by the rules. This one, a large space but with an obtuse angle and a curved pillar was a rule breaker from the start. To make things more challenging, principal designer Wein Goh of Notion of W also wanted an organic-shaped sofa that’ll fit snugly into this odd geometry. Of course we said, "ok, can!”

Collaboration in Curves

The process started with a tape measure and when we got to the organic part, we threw out the measuring tape in favour of hand-drawn sketches. A freehand masterpiece emerged—a shape so organic it could have grown there. It wasn’t just a sofa; it was a design jam session.

Chamfered Charm

The base needed some tricks. Protruding pipes on the angled wall meant we had to chamfer the edge. The chamfer gave the sofa a tailored look, fitting as if the space had been built around it.

Curves Meet Comfort

Curves weren’t just aesthetic, they were diplomatic. The curves on the organic sofa pair well with the curved pillar, emphasising harmony in design. This created a piece that celebrated the room’s quirks.

The Beanbag Backrests

Here’s where things got playful. The movable backrests—normally weighted down—went rogue with a beanbag-inspired twist. Instead of heft, we used expanded polystyrene foam micro-beads. Lightweight but designed with an angle for stability, they conform to your back, your mood (and maybe even your life choices!). Unlike a traditional beanbag, they’re easy to get up from.

Lounging, Redefined

This sofa isn’t just for sitting. It’s a platform for every kind of lounging posture you can dream up. Wide and deep, it invites you to sprawl, curl, or even lie down in ways that defy standard furniture etiquette.

This project was less about fitting a sofa into a space and more about letting the space inspire the sofa. Odd angles, curves, and pipes became features instead of flaws. And in the end, we created a piece that’s as quirky and functional as the room itself.