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Modern Architecture in Furniture: the LC 2 Sofa by Le Corbusier

When you think of architecture, the last thing that would most likely be on your head is the sofa in your living room. But as strange as it might seem, furniture design is very much related to architecture as the pioneers of modern architecture also paved the way for modern furniture design. One such pioneering furniture design made by a world-famous architect is the LC 2 Sofa.Part of the LC 2 furniture collection, the Le Corbusier…See More
Blog post by LC Shannon Nov 27, 2009
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Exemplary Comfort and Style: the LC 2 Sofa by Le Corbusier

When it comes to a sofa or couch, the last thing that anybody would likely think of it is as a work of art. In fact, the first thought in anyone's mind when they see a sofa is to sit or lie on it. But while sofas remain bastions of comfort and relaxation especially on lazy weekends, they can serve as good canvases for modern design as well. And when it comes to sofas that offer both comfort and modern design, nothing does it best than the…See More
Blog post by LC Shannon Nov 12, 2009
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The Classic LC 2 Sofa by Le Corbusier

If you saw a sofa in front of you, one of the first impulses that probably go into your head is to sit on it. After all, the humble sofa is often the preferred furniture by most people who want to relax and take a nap on a lazy Sunday afternoon. But while sofas are bastions of comfort, they could become great mediums for art as well. One such furniture design which can be both comfortable and stylish is the LC 2 Sofa by Le Corbusier.Although he is largely known today for his work in modern…See More
Blog post by LC Shannon Nov 6, 2009
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The LC 2 Petite Lounge Sofa: Classic Modern Furniture by Le Corbusier

Although he is now remembered best for his pioneer work in modern architecture, the Swiss-French architect Charles-Édouard Jeanneret-Gris or Le Corbusier also made several notable modern furniture designs. In 1928, Le Corbusier started a collaboration with his cousin, Pierre Jeanneret, and French interior designer Charlotte Perriand., eventually resulting with several tubular steel furniture designs. These designs were later expanded into several collections and displayed at the prestigious…See More
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The Le Corbusier LC2 Petite Lounge Sofa: Innovative Furniture Design by Le Corbusier

One of the greatest modern architects of all time, the Swiss-born French architect Le Corbusier is also remembered for being one of the early pioneers of modern furniture design. In 1929, Le Corbusier displayed several experimental furniture designs at the Salon d’ Automne (Autumn Salon) which incorporated the glittering simplicity and geometry of modern furniture. These furniture designs by Le Corbusier were considered to be early precursors to what is now modern furniture, and one of the…See More
Blog post by LC Shannon Sep 23, 2009
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Functional Style and Comfort: the LC 2 Petite Lounge Sofa

The celebrated Swiss-born French architect-designer Le Corbusier wrote in 1925 that furnishings should be like an extension of the human limb and are adapted to its functions. This early concept of ergonomic design, an idea which was considerably new for its day, is outlined in all of Le Corbusier’s modern designs. One such notable furniture design by Le Corbusier that incorporates these qualities is the LC 2 Petite Lounge Sofa.One of the…See More
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The Famous LC 2 Sofa by Le Corbusier

People commonly know Le Corbusier for his work in the field of architecture, but anybody with a basic knowledge of the history of 20th century can also tell you that the Swiss-born French architect was also a furniture designer. In fact, Le Corbusier is credited for making the earliest examples of furniture. One such example is the LC 2 Le Corbusier Sofa.Le Corbusier once said that sofas are bourgeois, so it wouldn't be hard to imagine his surprise if he was alive today and discovered that one…See More
Blog post by LC Shannon Aug 28, 2009
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Modern Architecture in Furniture: the LC 2 Sofa by Le Corbusier

When you think of architecture, the last thing that would most likely be on your head is the sofa in your living room. But as strange as it might seem, furniture design is very much related to architecture as the pioneers of modern architecture also paved the way for modern furniture design. One such pioneering furniture design made by a world-famous architect is the LC 2 Sofa.



Part of the LC 2 furniture collection, the… Continue

Posted by LC Shannon on November 27, 2009 at 3:37pm

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Exemplary Comfort and Style: the LC 2 Sofa by Le Corbusier

When it comes to a sofa or couch, the last thing that anybody would likely think of it is as a work of art. In fact, the first thought in anyone's mind when they see a sofa is to sit or lie on it. But while sofas remain bastions of comfort and relaxation especially on lazy weekends, they can serve as good canvases for modern design as well. And when it comes to sofas that offer both comfort and modern design, nothing does it best than the… Continue

Posted by LC Shannon on November 12, 2009 at 10:30am

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The Classic LC 2 Sofa by Le Corbusier

If you saw a sofa in front of you, one of the first impulses that probably go into your head is to sit on it. After all, the humble sofa is often the preferred furniture by most people who want to relax and take a nap on a lazy Sunday afternoon. But while sofas are bastions of comfort, they could become great mediums for art as well. One such furniture design which can be both comfortable and stylish is the LC 2 Sofa by Le Corbusier.



Although he is largely known today for his work in… Continue

Posted by LC Shannon on November 6, 2009 at 10:56pm

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The LC 2 Petite Lounge Sofa: Classic Modern Furniture by Le Corbusier

Although he is now remembered best for his pioneer work in modern architecture, the Swiss-French architect Charles-Édouard Jeanneret-Gris or Le Corbusier also made several notable modern furniture designs. In 1928, Le Corbusier started a collaboration with his cousin, Pierre Jeanneret, and French interior designer Charlotte Perriand., eventually resulting with several tubular steel furniture designs. These designs were later expanded into several collections and displayed at the prestigious… Continue

Posted by LC Shannon on October 29, 2009 at 9:42am

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