Flexform Groundpiece Corner sofa, Fabric ELISIR N.409 Beige

Flexform Groundpiece – deep, low and modular

Antonio Citterio designed the Groundpiece for Flexform in 2001, rethinking the proportions of the sofa: deep, particularly low and loosely structured. The idea came from everyday life – on the sofa, people read, watch TV, work on a laptop and even eat. That is why the armrests can serve as cowhide consoles with room for plates or books. The elements are supported by metal frames with moulded polyurethane foam, topped with generous goose down cushions.

Groundpiece corner sofa in beige fabric

This Groundpiece is configured as a corner sofa; the corner is on the right, seen from the front. It is upholstered in the beige fabric ELISIR N.409, and the cushions are filled with down. It seats three, and you can stretch out on the long side. The light beige suits rooms with wood, linen and natural tones and makes the sofa look light despite its size. It is one of a kind.

Seating comfort and space

Flexform describes the Groundpiece as deep and particularly low. The down cushions give softly, while the shape-retaining core underneath keeps them in shape. With a seat height of 38 cm, you sit much lower than usual, relaxed and leaning back; getting up takes a little more effort. The corner sofa needs three metres along one wall and two metres along the other. The top of the back is just 70 cm high. As a rule of thumb, leave 60 to 80 cm clear in front of it.

Elements and additions

Groundpiece is a system. Flexform offers seat elements in several widths and in depths of 97 or 122 cm, along with armrests and footstools, also available with a cowhide back. Loose cushions range from 40 by 40 to 100 by 60 cm. Additional back cushions are available on request. The range is still in the catalogue. According to Flexform, new covers for existing furniture can be ordered through authorised dealers.

Caring for the fabric cover

The Groundpiece's covers are removable, in fabric as well as leather. To clean the fabric, follow the care instructions for the specific quality; if in doubt, leave it to a professional cleaner so that the cover keeps its precise fit. For everyday care, vacuum the fabric with a soft upholstery nozzle. Shake and plump the down cushions regularly so that the filling is evenly distributed again.

Why buy a pre-owned Flexform Groundpiece?

Flexform began in 1959 as a small workshop in Brianza, founded by the Galimberti brothers, and still has its headquarters and factory in Meda today. The family business has been working with Antonio Citterio since the 1970s. The Groundpiece has been in the range since 2001, and elements and covers are still available. Buying pre-owned, you get the same design with down cushions and removable covers. This piece has been inspected in eight stations.