Kateryna Sokolova designed the Totoro Furniture collection for the Italian brand Driade. Named after the character from the film "My Neighbor Totoro," the collection boasts soft and curved silhouettes with whimsical designs.
The namesake range includes a series of fully upholstered chairs, armchairs, and three-seater sofas. It also features a coffee table with rounded edges to match the collection's soft theme. The sofas and chairs emphasize the generous sizes of their seats, backrests, and legs. Customers can choose fixed upholstery from a range of fabrics or leathers. In addition, the coffee table is available in three sizes and boasts an unusual three-leg and irregularly sized base. Tables are topped with an MDF board finished with lacquer.
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The Totoro Furniture Range Boasts Rounded Designs
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