# What Questions Are Sofas Answering This Year?

01 Why Materials Are Becoming Competitive Again

Leather grain, frame seams, and the rebound speed of seat cushions—CMF (Color / Material / Finish) has replaced price as the new focal point of competition among sofa brands. Premium materials inherently deliver a high-end texture: delicate touch, unique grain patterns and restrained stitching craft easily distinguish mediocre products from high-end ones, and their superior quality can be instantly perceived by touch.

HTL Global Sofa Master Booth No.: 2.1B01

The HTL 50th Anniversary Edition abandons rigid straight lines. Its smooth curved surfaces fit human body curves, while the floor-standing legless design creates an airy and lightweight look, delivering enveloping relaxation whether sitting or lying down. The leather stitching and pleating craft forms three-dimensional textures, enabling even pressure distribution and preventing sagging. Curved corner sections fit neatly into corners of all apartment layouts without wasting space. Extendable chaise sections support both lying and sitting, catering to quiet solo relaxation and group gatherings. It fits both small and large apartments perfectly and maximizes living room space.

CHEERS Booth No.: 2.1B18

The SU-TF11195M Dubai Mansion American genuine leather modular power sofa boasts timeless, magnificent beauty. Its minimalist silhouette elevates the aesthetic of any living room, while delicate embellishments add romance and softness to straight lines, showcasing diverse new styling.

LAZBOY Booth No.: 2.1A05

The LZF.353 Star and LZL.353 Galaxy series adopt imported European and American full-grain top-grain cowhide. The premium leather features an exquisite soft texture, and its black-and-white dual-color scheme symbolizes two polar states of the universe, boasting a minimalist, versatile style that builds modern quality living spaces. The LZF.353 Star series features multi-color blended short-pile chenille fabric with rich grain layers that deliver vivid visual depth, as romantic and colorful as gazing up at the starry sky. The skin-friendly soft fabric instantly upgrades the texture of any home space.

HTL 50th Anniversary Edition

SU-TF11195M Dubai Mansion

LZF.353 Star & LZL.353 Galaxy

Why Sofas Are Getting Quieter

The evolution of power sofas has shifted from "being adjustable" to "seamless, unnoticeable adjustment": smaller motors, concealed fasteners, smoother start-stop curves, plus hidden wired controllers. At Hall 2.1 Sofa Pavilion, a host of brands integrate electric mechanisms, voice control and adaptive support into ultra-slim exteriors, letting technology solely serve comfort.

Asiama Booth No.: 2.1A03

Model 5596 sofa is a multi-functional electric sofa system elaborately developed based on real-life demands, integrating contemporary design and innovative concepts. Dual-motor electric functions are installed in both armrests. The motor system undergoes precise noise reduction treatment for stable, silent operation, enabling quiet electric adjustment and delivering an upgraded silent experience where functions operate without audible noise.

CAMPO DE' FIORI Booth No.: 2.1A06

The CAY Island series replicates the natural shape of islands through fluid curves, resembling coral reefs exposed at low tide or a private island gently wrapped by time. It carves out a tranquil private haven amid bustling cities.

VALORO Booth No.: 3.1A02

The Parantoux sofa is upholstered in selected Italian full-grain top-grain cowhide with a soft misty rose brown tone, feeling velvety soft yet elastic. Its front-and-back adjustable backrest, paired with lumbar and small head pillows, precisely supports the head and neck. A hidden electric footrest extends leg support, and the mechanism operates completely silently, sliding in and out without disrupting the peaceful atmosphere of the room.



YESWOOD Booth No.: 2.1B08

The Kunpeng Sofa combines the premium texture of solid wood with superior upholstery comfort. It adopts RuiMai zero-wall power frame, paired with luxury genuine leather and North American FAS-grade black walnut wing solid wood panels. The oriental imagery of "Kunpeng spreading its wings" is integrated into the electric structure. The electric mechanism runs silently and steadily, enabling quiet comfortable adjustment with invisible technology.

Model 5596

CAY Island

Parantoux Sofa

Kunpeng Sofa

Why Modular Design Matters More

Modular, stretchable and fully detachable and washable—sofas are no longer fixed forms, but flexible "building blocks" that grow alongside family life cycles: a two-seater for single apartments, convertible into an L-shaped sectional after marriage, and separable into two independent seat units as children grow up. This year's new modular products in the pavilion have evolved from "functional combinability" to "visually harmonious combinations".

Domicil Booth No.: 2.1B01

The patented swivel and fold mechanism of the Swerve series enables seamless one-click switching between sofa and chaise lounge, operable with one hand without disassembly. The backrest adjusts to two forward and backward angles, ideal for movie-watching, reading and napping. Flattened armrests widen the seating area, while upright armrests serve as cushions or pillows. All modules can be freely split and recombined. Suspended high legs allow robot vacuum cleaners to pass underneath. German precision craftsmanship is ergonomically tested to deliver stable, comfortable seating.

ARIS Booth No.: 2.1A22

The Sagras sofa outlines soft, orderly modern home aesthetics with rounded understated lines. Its slightly curved backrest and plump seat cushions form a relaxed, elegant visual proportion, naturally fitting the shoulders, neck, waist, back and legs when leaning against, providing steady, effortless full-body support. The modular structure flexibly adapts to varying space layouts and life rhythms, catering to solo relaxation, family gatherings and guest receptions. The warm caramel brown and tranquil dusk grey infuse layered fashion into homes, while its rounded, corner-free silhouette balances aesthetic appeal with daily safety and comfort.

YUFU FURNISHING Booth No.: 2.1B06

The multi-functional sofa adopts a freely combinable modular design for customizable spatial dimensions. One side integrates a small side table with cup holders, while the other side features a large-capacity hidden storage compartment. Upright vertical long-pile plush fabric with full high-resilience filling delivers excellent enveloping comfort for sitting and lying. It integrates innovative functions including pull-out sleeper bed, storage, ambient light strips and charging power strips. Supported by KD knockdown craft, it boasts prominent advantages including reduced packaging volume, higher container loading capacity and lower logistics costs.

GC SOFA Booth No.: 2.1C28

The GC2719 cream off-white fabric sofa bed features rounded full silhouettes and fine textured fabric. Its modular design with thick zoned cushion modules delivers precise comfortable support. Large detachable back cushion modules enhance back support and simplify cleaning and maintenance. The convertible sofa bed module transforms forms with one simple switch, easily toggling between sitting and lying modes. All modules are independent yet freely combinable. Its minimalist elegant silhouette matches various interior styles, making it an ideal modern living room piece balancing appearance and comfort.

ZOY Booth No.: 2.1B05

The newly launched oversized modern electric reclining modular sofa undergoes meticulous polishing in both exterior design and internal functions, balancing decorative aesthetics and practical performance. Whether paired with American retro, light luxury minimalist or modern-style living rooms, it instantly elevates the overall home tone and creates a home entertainment experience comparable to professional screening rooms.

Swerve

Multi Function Sofa

GC2719 Cream Off-White Fabric Sofa Bed

Modern Electric Reclining Modular Sofa

Why Original Design Becomes a Brand Asset

The original design language of Chinese sofas is no longer limited to "distinctive appearance". While achieving localized aesthetics, brands take ergonomics and seating support as core rigid indicators. Solid craftsmanship accumulated from export business, coupled with rising domestic aesthetic confidence—new-generation brands no longer produce low-cost copies of European styles. Instead, they sell sofas worldwide through clear, distinctive design language created by Chinese designers.

NEST SPACE Booth No.: 2.1A10

The Fjord series draws design inspiration from unique Nordic natural landscapes, particularly those in Norway and Sweden, renowned for magnificent, tranquil and primitive natural beauty. The modules can be arranged in straight lines to form neat, spacious layouts, or curved to create warm conversation zones, and even scattered separately to meet diverse usage scenarios.

M.T Booth No.: 2.1A07

25S25 Light Coffee Latte Sofa delivers soothing Japanese log-style aesthetics, shedding complicated decorations to return to laid-back minimalism. Plump segmented back cushions and wide, soft resilient seat cushions perfectly fit waist and back curves to evenly disperse full-body pressure. Exposed solid wood frames blend softness and rigidity, breaking the dull heaviness of traditional sofas. Rooted in oriental life philosophy, its original design reconstructs sofa forms with a "minimalist" mindset, relying on precise proportional control and ergonomic support rather than elaborate decorations to convey sincere craftsmanship. It represents Chinese designers' localized interpretation of modern minimalist aesthetics.

ZhongYuan Booth No.: 2.1C50

The Cloud Fluff-Puff Curved Leisure Sofa is inspired by "bringing clouds indoors". Designers draw creative references from floating clouds and soft freshly baked puffs, abandoning the cold, function-first design logic of traditional furniture and prioritizing the emotional value brought by furniture. It conveys sincere craftsmanship through precise proportional control and ergonomic support, serving as Chinese designers' localized interpretation of modern minimalist aesthetics.

Fjord

25S25 Light Coffee Latte Sofa

Cloud Fluff-Puff Curved Leisure Sofa

Why Export Heritage Becomes China's New Moat

China's sofa industry is far more than the world's manufacturing base. Export enterprises with mature experience now feed insights on seating habits, material standards and compliance requirements for European, American, Japanese, South Korean and other global markets back into product R&D. At Hall 2.1 Sofa Pavilion this year, a batch of brands with complete global supply chain capabilities bring best-selling product structures and comfort logic verified by overseas markets, making "Quality Made in China" the core competitiveness of their products.

HM Booth No.: 2.1A13

The HM1642 sectional sofa with pull-out sleeper bed and chaise storage balances practicality and design sense within a modern minimalist silhouette. Drawing on profound manufacturing expertise, it integrates cost-effectiveness with original functional design. Original functional structures including pull-out sleeper beds and storage chaise sections demonstrate manufacturing enterprises' progress toward design value extension. Instead of copying European templates, it defines products based on real demands of Chinese families.

FRIVITY Booth No.: 2.1C11

The G01 power sofa is upholstered in premium scratch-proof, wear-resistant and waterproof fabric, with extendable footrest and reclinable backrest, combining outstanding seating comfort with highly competitive pricing. Catering to the dual global mass market demands for "functionality and durability" with cost efficiency and long service life, it reflects the product development mindset of export-oriented manufacturers.

YiShang Booth No.: 2.1A18

The compressed sofa is wrapped in breathable soft striped corduroy fabric that is skin-friendly and resistant to pilling, filled with high-density sponge that fits human body mechanics and effectively relieves physical fatigue. It delivers soft seating comfort and long-lasting durability for both prolonged sitting and lying rest, and requires no complicated assembly. This combinable modular sofa is shipped under vacuum compression packaging; simply pat each module after unpacking for full rebound and shaping.

LUCKY Booth No.: 2.1C32

The multi-functional maternity & baby chair pioneers an electric lift-and-fold armrest function, paired with an electric headrest to provide ample head support. Built-in Bluetooth speakers on both sides soothe the mind and body, while an airbag lumbar support system delivers both massage and waist reinforcement. It meets full-cycle demands including pregnancy relief, breastfeeding support and infant soothing.

HM1642 Sectional Sofa

G01 Power Sofa

Compressed Sofa

Multifunctional Maternity & Baby Chair

# Why Visit CIFF Shanghai

Why do all these industry shifts converge at CIFF Shanghai? Because it not only gathers brands, but also connects design, manufacturing, materials, supply chains and global markets. For buyers, it reveals the next development directions of the industry. For brands, it offers partners for future growth. For designers, it showcases how products truly enter end markets. CIFF Shanghai aims to present far more than a product catalog; it is a live venue witnessing the ongoing transformation of an entire industry.