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Florence Knoll Bassett, a world-renowned designer, architect & businesswoman (1927 – 2019).

January 28, 2019

“I am not a decorator. The only place I decorate is my own house.” Florence Knoll Bassett

Leader in the mid-century modern design movement, Florence Knoll Bassett died Friday 25^th of January 2019 at the age of 101.

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Last Week of Winter Sale

January 23, 2019

The Winter Sale end the 31st January 2019, and we are offering an extra 10% off all new orders in the last week of Sale. The discount is in addition to the standard sale discount. Just use code sale10 at the checkout to apply your extra discount.

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Winter Sales Now On

December 24, 2018

Our Winter Sale is now on, with up to 20% off new orders, and great savings in Clearance. Shop all our products, or browse our Clearance section for some great ex-display and stock bargains.

Have you checked the Home Stories by Vitra, yet? Don't miss the limited edition of the iconic Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Mahogany or any other festive offers! This particular finish is only available until the end of January.

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Christmas Holiday Opening Hours

December 18, 2018

Christmas is just around the corner...

Please note that our London Showroom will be closed for the holiday period, from 24th December 2018 until 2nd January 2019. Apart from Saturday 29th December, when we will be open as usual. We will reopen fully on 3rd January 2019.

While the showroom is close, you can still place orders online, or email us at info@couchpotatocompany.com or leave a message with one of our receptionists on 020 3325 1779. We will respond to your enquiry you as soon as we are able.

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Black Friday 2018 - 15% off new orders & a free Eames Elephant until 27th November

November 21, 2018

Black Friday is about to start and we are offering 15% off new orders & a free Eames Elephant until Tuesday 27th of November*. Use code BlackFriday at the checkout to apply your discount. Now is the time to tick these iconic designs off your Christmas wish list.

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New Limited Edition Eames Lounge chair in mahogany

October 10, 2018

This winter, Vitra are introducing a new limited edition of their iconic Eames Lounge chair, with a shell in mahogany, accompanied by a matching LTR occasional table. The table is only available through the purchase of the Eames Lounge Chair in mahogany. Vitra have used the FSC-certified tropical sapele wood for this version of the chair. The wood belongs to the large family of mahogany varieties. It is characterised by a golden to reddish brown colour and a distinctive regular ribbon pattern, resulting in a sophisticated and elegant finish. From 1st November 2018 to 31st January 2019, if you buy an Eames Lounge Chair in mahogany, you will receive the Eames LTR table in mahogany as a free gift. Get in touch with us for a quote, or pop in and try the new limited edition set in our London showroom.

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Buy a Vitra Polder Sofa and Get a Free Eames Blanket

September 01, 2018

The autumn season is almost here, and we are already thinking of cosy evenings curled up on the sofa with a blanket and a hot tea. That's why we are so excited to announce the start of the new Vitra Designer's Choice Sofa campaign.

To celebrate the beautiful sofas in their collection, Vitra have invited four designers to define their own favourite version of the Mariposa Sofa, Polder Sofa, Suita Sofa, and Soft Modular Sofa. These special versions emphasise the unique features of each Vitra sofa collection.

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Introducing New Scandinavian Design from Bolia

August 15, 2018

We're very excited to welcome Bolia to our website - a young and creative Danish brand, Bolia stands for beautiful, unique and authentic furniture designed from sustainable materials. The brand has been around for 18 years, creating handcrafted Scandinavian designs with over 30 gifted designers on their roster.

And Bolia don't just care about design - they also care about how these designs have come to life. They work with organic and sustainable materials like traceable leather, solid wood, and certified pollsters.

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Salone del Mobile 2018

May 01, 2018

It's the most exciting time of the year again, as the furniture manufacturers are showing their newest products at Salone del Mobile in Milan. Check out our highlights from this year's show below, or follow us on Instagram, Facebook or Pinterest for more photos. Vitra Vitra are returning to the roots this year with a re-launch of the Eames Plastic Chairs in fibreglass version. Fibreglass was the material originally used for these chairs back in the 50s, before the manufacturer switched to polypropylene in the 1990s. The new fibreglass version will be available in a different colour palette than the polypropylene one, featuring softer pastel colours. Jasper Morrison's Plate table is now available in more sizes and finishes. A few different sizes can be combined...

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How to furnish the perfect home office: Dealing with Noise

March 15, 2018

When we talk about productivity at home, two of the biggest challenges to tackle are background noise and distractions. Have you ever tried to make an important business call while working from home, and found yourself trying to outshout the kids and the dog? Or participated in a video conference from your living room, and felt embarrassed about the clutter in the background. If that has happened one time too many, you might consider installing an acoustic privacy booth, such as the Framery O available from our sister company Office Blueprint.

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How to furnish the perfect home office: Choosing a task chair

March 13, 2018

The task chair you sit on has a huge impact on your wellbeing and comfort. Sometimes it's tempting to go with the cheapest option, but considering how much time we spend sitting, it's worth investing time to research and choose a well-designed ergonomic chair that will serve you well in the long term.

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How to furnish the perfect home office: Choosing a desk

March 12, 2018

Do you work from home? You're not alone. According to recent data from the Office for National Statistics, a record 13.9% of the UK work force are home workers. Whether you only work remotely on some days, or you're entirely home-based, it's important that your home office is comfortable and healthy, so you can be as productive as possible. So where do you start when furnishing the perfect home workspace?

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