# Modular Sustainable Sofa Systems SmithMatthias Designs the Bruton Sofa for Morgan By Amy Duong | Published 2025-05-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bruton-sofa References: [morganfurniture](https://www.morganfurniture.co.uk/collection/bruton)  Design firm SmithMatthias has designed the Bruton sofa system for British brand [Morgan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lugano-collection). It is a sustainable design with is made with a [foam-free modular touch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lisse-sofa-collection), as it is for the contract market. These spaces are often associated with a clinical feel, so Morgan launched the [modular option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-furniture-piece) as a more domestic and softer alternative. It comes in single and two-seater modules along with inline coffee table and ottomans. It is notably made with natural layered materials, including wool, pocket springs, features, and coconut coir. SmithMatthias co-founder Gemma Matthias speaks about the design, "With Bruton, we've pushed traditional upholstery materials, such as springs and wool, to their limits, redefining their use in a contemporary way. This innovative approach brings us full circle, using heritage techniques to drive modern design." Image Credit: SmithMatthias, Morgan ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 41% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Foam-free Furniture Designs:** An increased focus on foam-free furniture marks a shift towards eco-friendly designs that prioritize sustainability without sacrificing comfort. - **Modular Living Spaces:** The rise of modular furniture systems reflects a growing demand for adaptable living spaces that accommodate changing needs and preferences. - **Heritage Material Innovation:** Reimagining traditional materials like wool and springs in furniture speaks to a trend of using heritage craftsmanship to elevate contemporary design aesthetics. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sustainable Furniture Manufacturing:** Incorporating natural layered materials like coconut coir into goods offers a unique opportunity for sustainable innovation within the furniture manufacturing sector. - **Contract Interior Solutions:** The development of softer, more domestic-feeling furniture solutions presents a new direction for the traditionally clinical contract interior industry. - **Eco-conscious Textile Production:** As demand for sustainable home furnishings increases, the textile production industry can capitalize on the use of eco-friendly and renewable materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Outdoor Sofa Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superrational.md) - [Rounded Modular Sofa Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smooth-sofa.md) - [Curvaceous Modular Sofa Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michelin-modular-sofa-system.md) - [Minimalist Modular Sofa Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-sofa-systems.md) - [Curved Modular Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-sofa.md) - [Curvaceous Modular Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blocks-modular-sofa.md) - [Modular Sofa Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybla.md) - [Voluptuous Texture Sofa Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bretz-balaao.md) - [Stacked Brick-Like Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-brick-modular-sofa.md)