Modern design has its roots in the art deco movement, as well as other design movements of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Through the first half of the 20th century, the design style grew and evolved, until becoming what we recognize as modern design today sometime in the 1950s and 60s.
Ego Italiano Belter Modern sofa available in leather, fabric or microfiber upholstery.
Today, modern design continues to be a popular choice among homeowners. It’s classic, stylish, and timeless, and lends an elegant feel to any space. But bringing your modern design together starts with choosing the right furniture for your space.
In the living room, the focal piece of furniture is typically a sofa or sectional. This means that the couch or couches are the first things you’ll want to choose when designing your space.
If you’re looking for modern leather couches to complete your space that will never go out of style, keep reading. We’re bringing you 7 beautiful options for your home.
Belter
Are you looking for a leather couch with a minimalist design? This sleek sofa defines comfort.
You can choose the relaxed version with a combined mechanism for the backrest and footrest. Hit the button and sit back and relax while binge-watching the latest hit show.
Choose the Belter, another Ego Italiano option, for a modern look in a smaller living area.
FDES: Concord Sectional/Sofa
This modern sectional sofa from Domus Design is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a lot of seating without sacrificing a modern look. The sleek legs add the perfect modern touch.
It’s available in a number of options. You can choose two power recliners or go with just one. It comes in two-tone leather in plain, vintage, or braided options.
FDES: Concord Sectional/Sofa
You can move the armless pieces to either side, making it very versatile. All seats come with adjustable headrests for added comfort.
FDES: Gamma Sofa Set
If you’d like extra seating but don’t want to commit to a sectional sofa, the Gamma sofa set from Domus Design is perfect!
Included in the set are a leather sofa and a loveseat. The sofa comes with two recliners. Pair this set with a wooden sideboard for a classic look.
The outside arms are quilted leather and the recliners are power-operated. There are headrests on all the seats.
Tiffany
Ego Italiano does it again with this modern leather sofa that comes with a chaise lounge option and 60 different leathers, fabrics, and microfibers.
It has power mechanical headrests and an option for power recliners. It can be modularly configured to fit the dimensions of your space.
Gloria
This sleek leather sofa is what might come to mind when you think about modern sofas. The legs and design features on the outside of the arms add the right touch.
The backrests have a manual ratchet mechanism so you can recline to your desired comfort.
FDES: Gamma Sectional
The sofa has three seats and has a chaise option.
Chloe
If you’re looking for a modern leather couch big enough to fit the whole family, the Chloe is a great choice. Designed by Ego Italiano, it’s 100% made in Italy. The sleek, simple design of this spacious leather couch and low profile allow it to seamlessly blend with a variety of home styles and even to change with you as your style changes over time.
While the couch is a beautiful statement piece, it’s also highly functional. Each seat features a standard manually adjustable headrest that’s perfect for relaxing on.
The options to customize the Chloe are endless. Choose from six different grades of luxurious leather and more than 350 color variations. It’s also available in multiple sizes to fit your space.
CARP/C: Club Sofa
On the opposite end of the spectrum, the Club Sofa by CARP/C is perfect for tight spaces. This simple, curved sofa features dark wood legs beneath a curved, elegant sofa. This sofa is available in both leather and fabric upholstery, as well as various finishes and colors.
EGO: Tiffany
This sofa is more than just a beautiful addition to a living room or an option for those short on space. With a seat supported by intertwined elastic straps, it’s comfortable, too.
Nancy
Another option from Ego Italiano, the Nancy is as classic as they come. The soft, squared design is elegant in its simplicity. Choose a timeless leather upholstery and finish for the legs, and you’ll have a sofa that you’ll love for years to come.
The oversized seat of this sofa makes it comfortable too, with a low back and boxy look that’s certain to add a modern touch to any space.
OPE: Parsifal Sofa
Modern doesn’t always have to mean minimalist. The Parsifal Sofa by Opera is both elegant and timeless. The ridged geometric pattern features stunning details that help this stand out in any room.
EGO: Gloria
This sofa is available as a two-seater or three-seater. It’s also available in a variety of colors and finishes, including a variety of leather options so that you can customize it to your space.
Soffio Sofa
The Soffio Sofa features a similar ridged design as the Parsifal Sofa. But instead of a classically timeless look, the ridges on this modern couch have a plush, rounded design that will look as at home in your living room as it would have in a colorful 60s pad.
Designed and produced by Franco Bianchini and available in a two-seater and three-seater option, this curved, elegant sofa is both comfortable for lounging and lovely to look at.
Plush, plumped-up seating is having a big moment in interior design right now. This sofa is a great way to dip your toes in this trendy style while still choosing a timeless piece.
Laetitia
Ego Italiano offers a number of modern leather couches to choose from. The Laetitia is another great option. Similar to their Chloe design, this long, comfortable sofa features adjustable headrests.
The relax version of the Laetitia sofa includes a double electric mechanism to adjust both the headrest and footrest. Controls are located on the side of the seat cushion on both ends. The controls are independent to each seat, so each person can adjust their head and footrests to their own comfort level.
The low height and sharp, yet plush sides cushions and shape make this a comfortable, beautiful addition to any modern living room.
Elodie
Yet another modern option from Ego Italiano, the Elodie is the perfect modern sectional. If smaller leather couches don’t offer enough seating space in your living room, or you want to be able to fully recline and relax while watching a movie or hanging out with family and friends, you can’t beat this sectional.
The elegant backs of this sharp, sleek sofa bring to mind living rooms of day past, but in an updated style that will look just as at home in your living room for years to come.
The Elodie is equipped with a double-motor electric recliner mechanism. You can independently adjust the head and footrest of the adjustable seat on one end of the sectional. On the other end, the angled soda is perfect for lounging.
Chrome plating on the hardware and legs gives this sofa an extra modern touch. You can customize the color and finish of this leather couch to suit your personal style and your space.
Choosing the Right Modern Leather Couches for Your Living Room
If you’re looking to update your living room with a timeless design you’ll love for years to come, any of these modern leather couches is a great place to start. Most can be customized with a variety of colors, patterns, and finishes, making it easy to customize the look to fit your own personal style better.
If none of these pieces are quite what you’re looking for, shop the rest of our modern sofas and sectionals to find the right option for you.