You have to see what it does
de Sede DS-167 Sofa in Nashville
Face the view. Then face the television.
The de Sede DS-167 uses a movable backrest that travels around the seat, letting the same sculptural sofa work in more than one direction—without rearranging the entire room.
Call before visiting to ask whether the DS-167 is currently available to experience in the Nashville showroom.
Quick answer
What is the de Sede DS-167?
The de Sede DS-167 Island is a modular sofa designed by Hugo de Ruiter. Its backrest slides around the seat, allowing you to change the direction you face without moving the sofa itself. It is especially useful in rooms with more than one focal point—a view, television, fireplace, or conversation area.
Showroom demonstration
Watch the backrest change the room
In this 2 Danes demonstration, Jan shows how the backrest moves around the DS-167 so the sofa can respond to the moment instead of being locked into one permanent direction.
- Face the television without turning the sofa.
- Shift toward the windows or another view.
- Open the seating toward conversation when guests arrive.
- See why a still photograph cannot explain the whole piece.
One sofa. More than one direction.
Let the seating follow the moment
Most sofas are aimed at one wall and stay there. The DS-167 approaches the room differently. Reposition the backrest and change the way the sofa relates to the space.
The view
Turn toward windows, scenery, artwork, or an architectural focal point.
The television
Move the support to create a direct, comfortable viewing position.
The room
Open the seating toward conversation, entertaining, or an adjacent space.
How it works
Do not move the sofa. Move the backrest.
The backrest travels around the perimeter of the seat on a flexible sliding structure. Place it where support is needed, sit facing that direction, and change it again when the room—or the reason you are using it—changes.
Notice where the windows, television, fireplace, walkways, and conversation areas are.
Move the support around the seat toward the direction you want to face.
Try more than one position. The experience changes with the placement of the backrest.
The point is not choosing one permanent orientation. The point is having options.
Designed for real rooms
When one focal point is not enough
A room may need to face the television on Tuesday, the view on Saturday morning, and a group of friends that evening. The DS-167 can change its relationship to the room without asking the room to change around it.
View and television
Useful when the best view and the screen sit on opposite walls.
Open floor plan
Let the sofa participate in living, dining, and kitchen zones without feeling closed off.
Conversation
Shift the support toward people instead of keeping every seat aimed at a screen.
Float it in the room
The sofa is meant to be seen from multiple angles, not hidden against a wall.
Configurations and materials
Choose for the room—not just the photograph
The DS-167 product family includes two- and three-seat, left- and right-facing configurations. Selected leather and fabric programs are available through de Sede, with current options depending on the configuration and ordering program.
Bring photos and measurements. Tell the 2 Danes team where the windows, television, fireplace, walkways, and main conversation area are located. A little room information makes it easier to identify the right orientation and scale.
See the material in real light. Color, texture, grain, softness, and the way upholstery responds to light are easier to judge in person than on a screen.
What you need to see in person
A product photograph cannot answer the important questions
The right sofa has to work with your body, your room, and the way the space is actually used. These are the details worth testing at 2 Danes.
The backrest movement
Watch the path of the backrest and try repositioning it yourself.
Each seating direction
Sit in more than one position and notice how the support changes.
The full shape
Walk around it. A floating sofa needs to look intentional from every side.
Seat depth and comfort
Comfort and proportions cannot be evaluated from dimensions alone.
Leather or fabric
Compare texture, color, grain, softness, and how the material handles light.
The scale in your room
Bring measurements and photos so the sofa can be considered with walkways and focal points.
Every angle matters
The same idea, different rooms
Manufacturer imagery shows the range of the design. The showroom photo at the top proves why the function is worth experiencing locally.
Frequently asked questions
de Sede DS-167 questions
What is the de Sede DS-167 Island?
The DS-167 Island is a modular sofa designed by Hugo de Ruiter. Its signature feature is a sliding backrest that can move around the seat, allowing the seating direction to change.
How does the DS-167 backrest move?
The backrest travels on a flexible sliding structure around the perimeter of the seat. You reposition it where support is needed, then sit facing that direction.
Can the sofa face both a television and a view?
Yes. That is one of the most practical uses for the DS-167. Move the backrest toward the television, windows, fireplace, or conversation area instead of moving the entire sofa.
Do you have to move the entire sofa?
No. The sliding backrest changes the direction of the seating while the main sofa body stays in place.
Who designed the de Sede DS-167?
The DS-167 Island was designed by Hugo de Ruiter.
What configurations are available?
The DS-167 product family includes two- and three-seat, left- and right-facing configurations. Ask 2 Danes which options are currently available to order.
Is the DS-167 available in leather or fabric?
de Sede presents the DS-167 in selected leather and fabric programs. Color, texture, and availability depend on the chosen configuration and current manufacturer offerings.
What are the DS-167 dimensions?
The current 2 Danes listing notes a smaller version at approximately 76 by 52 by 30 inches and a larger version at approximately 93 by 59 by 30 inches, with a 16-inch seat height. Confirm the specification for your selected configuration before ordering.
How much does the de Sede DS-167 cost?
Pricing depends on configuration, upholstery, and current ordering details. Call 2 Danes or use the product inquiry options on this page for current information.
Can I see the de Sede DS-167 in Nashville?
Call 2 Danes at 615-352-6085 before visiting to ask whether the DS-167 is currently available to experience at the White Bridge Road showroom.
See what it does
Bring the room—not just the product question
Ask about configuration, upholstery, pricing, or current showroom availability. Photos and room measurements are especially helpful when the view, television, fireplace, and walkways all need to be considered.
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