Relaxed elegance
Unveiled during 3daysofdesign 2025, the Ridge Sofa marks the debut collaboration between Wendelbo and the acclaimed Copenhagen-based studio Norm Architects.
Defined by its low-slung silhouette and softly contoured form, the Ridge Sofa brings together generous comfort and quiet elegance. The sofa embodies Norm Architects’ signature approach to soft minimalism, where form follows feeling and every element has intention.
A single flange edge running along the top draws the eye, forming a subtle ridge that defines the outline and lends the sofa its name. “It’s a simple gesture,” say Norm Architects, “but one that adds a tactile structure – like a horizon line that holds the shape together, adding depth and distinction to its minimal, contemporary silhouette.” The result is a design that feels both architectural and deeply tactile.
The Ridge Sofa is available as a 2- and 3-seater, offering a sculptural yet understated presence suited to both residential and hospitality settings. Subtly elevated from the floor on a recessed wooden base, the design blends relaxed comfort with a composed, architectural presence.
Photographer Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen
Images and content courtesy of Norm Architects.
Find out more about their work at https://normcph.com
About Norm Architects
Copenhagen-based Norm Architects was founded in 2008. The studio works at the intersection of architecture, interior design, and product design. Rooted in the principles of balance, simplicity, and sensory well-being, their work reflects a soft minimalism grounded in natural materials and thoughtful detail. Through a cross-disciplinary approach, the studio creates spaces and objects that feel warm, human, and enduring.
Wendelbo
Founded in 1955 in Denmark as a small family workshop specialising in upholstery, Wendelbo began its journey with an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship. Over seven decades and three generations, the legacy of the Wendelbo family has continued to thrive and evolve. Today, Wendelbo is a global design company, collaborating with renowned international designers. By bridging bold shapes, skilled craftsmanship, and uncompromising quality, Wendelbo defines a new language of modern elegance.
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