The Arflex Bobo Sofa, designed by Cini Boeri in 1967, is an innovative upholstered seating design distinguished by its remarkably pure construction. Arflex describes Bobo Sofa as one of the first examples of a single-block seat made exclusively from polyurethane foam and without an internal frame. This unconventional approach gives Bobo its characteristic low, continuous silhouette. Rather than relying on a conventional visible supporting structure, the design places emphasis on the sculptural upholstered volume itself, resulting in a compact piece with a strong and immediately recognizable identity. Originally designed in 1967, Bobo represents Cini Boeri's experimental approach to furniture and materials, making it a distinctive addition to contemporary interiors as well as design-focused spaces.
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Design & Features
Designed by Cini Boeri in 1967.
One of the first examples of a single-block seating design made exclusively with polyurethane foam, according to Arflex.
Designed without an internal frame.
Distinctive low-profile silhouette.
Available in an extensive selection of Arflex fabrics.
Upholstery Options
Current Arflex information lists numerous upholstery selections for Bobo, including:
Alpaca
Amber viscose bouclé
Bentu soft chenille
Brezza wool-blend chenille
Derby cotton canvas
Divina MD wool
Etoile linen/cotton blend
Flocca recycled-wool texture
Ghibli chenille
Kendal
Kirby
Laila cotton bouclé
Lama alpaca-effect textile
Nolan
Orbaco viscose/wool bouclé
Riccio bouclé
Steelcut 3 wool texture
Dimensions
For the compact Arflex Bobo Sofa, a current specialist listing provides:
Width: 50 in / approximately 127 cm
Depth: 35.5 in / approximately 90 cm
Overall Height: 23.5 in / approximately 60 cm
Seat Height: 14.5 in / approximately 37 cm
Why Choose the Arflex Bobo Sofa?
The Bobo Sofa stands apart through its unconventional construction and exceptionally low profile. Its polyurethane-based single-block concept challenged more traditional approaches to upholstered furniture when Cini Boeri created the design in 1967. For contemporary interiors, its compact proportions and sculptural form offer an alternative to conventional sofas, while the extensive Arflex textile collection makes it possible to give Bobo anything from a restrained neutral appearance to a more expressive textured finish.