{"id":600762,"date":"2026-03-20T09:00:27","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T13:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/?p=600762"},"modified":"2026-03-25T10:11:47","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T14:11:47","slug":"f5-erika-hardman-talks-architectural-shoes-cold-plunge-the-california-desert-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/f5-erika-hardman-talks-architectural-shoes-cold-plunge-the-california-desert-more\/","title":{"rendered":"F5: Erika Hardman Talks Architectural Shoes, Cold Plunge, the California Desert + More"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Erika Hardman spent time in the corporate world as a recruiter, but when she began working alongside her partner Liam in their furniture studio, she realized that it was not just a career but a calling. \u201cI would wake up thinking about new possibilities,\u201d she says. \u201cThat\u2019s when it really clicked for me. When something starts running through you like that, you know it\u2019s where your energy belongs.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Originally founded in Berlin in 2012, Hardman Design is now based in Brooklyn. Hardman, the company\u2019s creative director, stepped into her role gradually. She remained curious and became more involved in the different aspects of the process, from shaping initial concepts to building the brand.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_600767\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/f5-erika-hardman-talks-architectural-shoes-cold-plunge-the-california-desert-more\/f5-erika-hardman-hardman-design-picks-00-erika-headshot\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-600767\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-600767\" src=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-00-Erika-headshot-810x1176.jpg\" alt=\"A woman with long, wavy hair stands against a plain light-colored wall, wearing a black buttoned shirt and dark jeans. She looks at the camera with a neutral expression.\" width=\"810\" height=\"1176\" srcset=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-00-Erika-headshot-810x1176.jpg 810w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-00-Erika-headshot-800x1161.jpg 800w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-00-Erika-headshot-768x1115.jpg 768w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-00-Erika-headshot-1058x1536.jpg 1058w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-00-Erika-headshot.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Agathe Karsenti<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Clients treasure the custom hardwood pieces defined by clean lines and sculptural forms. When Hardman receives an impression in her mind, she usually jots down some quick notes, not all of which make sense at first. Then she collects references and screenshots of architecture, natural materials, and travel destinations to put on a physical or digital mood board.<\/p>\n<p>Hardman finds that this early stage of a project is the most malleable, and the opportunities feel endless. She discusses and filters a design repeatedly until it eventually moves from paper to solid object.<\/p>\n<p>The collaboration with Liam is still rewarding, even though it happens every day. \u201cDesign has become such a big part of our daily life that we sometimes find ourselves standing in the middle of the street with a measuring tape, talking about proportions or sketching,\u201d she adds. \u201cSome of the best ideas appear in those unexpected moments.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Today, Erika Hardman joins us for <a href=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/column\/friday-five\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Friday Five<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_600768\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/f5-erika-hardman-talks-architectural-shoes-cold-plunge-the-california-desert-more\/f5-erika-hardman-hardman-design-picks-01-dogs\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-600768\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-600768\" src=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-01-dogs-810x608.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in sunglasses sits on grass with two dogs on a sunny hillside, with mountains and a blue sky in the background.\" width=\"810\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-01-dogs-810x608.jpg 810w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-01-dogs-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-01-dogs-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-01-dogs.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Liam Hardman<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>1. My Dogs Mio &amp; Lue<\/h2>\n<p>My dogs are a constant reminder of energy and persistence. Their excitement for the smallest things \u2014 a walk, a toy, a patch of sunlight \u2014 is grounding. Watching their curiosity every day is surprisingly motivating. They bring joy and immediacy to life in a way that\u2019s hard to ignore.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_600769\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/f5-erika-hardman-talks-architectural-shoes-cold-plunge-the-california-desert-more\/f5-erika-hardman-hardman-design-picks-02-sauna-cold-plunge-othership\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-600769\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-600769\" src=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-02-Sauna-Cold-Plunge-Othership-810x540.jpg\" alt=\"A modern lounge with tiered seating, wood-paneled walls, warm ambient lighting, and a central column topped by a glowing red circular light fixture.\" width=\"810\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-02-Sauna-Cold-Plunge-Othership-810x540.jpg 810w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-02-Sauna-Cold-Plunge-Othership-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-02-Sauna-Cold-Plunge-Othership-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-02-Sauna-Cold-Plunge-Othership.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ianpattersonphoto.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ian Patterson<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<h2>2. Sauna &amp; Cold Plunge<\/h2>\n<p>Sauna and cold plunge have become a weekly ritual for me. I\u2019m drawn to the architecture of spaces like Othership, with warm wood interiors, soft light, and minimal finishes. The contrast between heat and cold clears my often-busy mind. I always leave feeling calmer and more focused.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_600770\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/f5-erika-hardman-talks-architectural-shoes-cold-plunge-the-california-desert-more\/f5-erika-hardman-hardman-design-picks-03-architectural-shoes\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-600770\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-600770\" src=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-03-architectural-shoes-810x540.jpg\" alt=\"Two pairs of women's heeled shoes, one with wooden cutout heels and one with block heels, are displayed on adjacent shelves of a wooden shelving unit.\" width=\"810\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-03-architectural-shoes-810x540.jpg 810w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-03-architectural-shoes-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-03-architectural-shoes-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-03-architectural-shoes.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Erika Hardman<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>3. Architectural Footwear<\/h2>\n<p>I\u2019m drawn to objects where the structure is visible. Certain footwear can feel almost like a designed object in its own right. Maison Margiela approaches this through geometry, balance, and subtle details \u2014 the trapezoidal heel on some of their pumps feels almost architectural. Brands like NEOUS explore similar ideas as well, treating footwear from a more sculptural perspective.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_600771\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/f5-erika-hardman-talks-architectural-shoes-cold-plunge-the-california-desert-more\/f5-erika-hardman-hardman-design-picks-04-california-desert\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-600771\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-600771\" src=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-04-California-Desert-810x810.jpg\" alt=\"A sandy trail winds through a desert landscape with Joshua trees and dry shrubs under a cloudy sky and rocky hills in the background.\" width=\"810\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-04-California-Desert-810x810.jpg 810w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-04-California-Desert-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-04-California-Desert-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-04-California-Desert-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-04-California-Desert-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-04-California-Desert.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Erika Hardman<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>4. The California Desert<\/h2>\n<p>The California desert has a way of blocking out the noise of the world. The vastness and quiet reset my mind almost instantly. I\u2019m always drawn to its restraint \u2014 muted colors, dry air, and dramatic light. There\u2019s a simplicity to it that feels almost elemental. It\u2019s minimal, raw, and deeply inspiring to me.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_600772\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/f5-erika-hardman-talks-architectural-shoes-cold-plunge-the-california-desert-more\/f5-erika-hardman-hardman-design-picks-05-music\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-600772\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-600772\" src=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-05-Music-810x544.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead view of a turntable playing a vinyl record beside an audio mixer, headphones, and speakers on a wooden table. A potted plant and records are also visible.\" width=\"810\" height=\"544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-05-Music-810x544.jpg 810w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-05-Music-800x538.jpg 800w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-05-Music-768x516.jpg 768w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-picks-05-Music.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Erika Hardman<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>5. Music<\/h2>\n<p>Music is a constant companion in both my work and life. I tend to gravitate toward electronic music \u2014 especially when I\u2019m working. It creates a steady atmosphere without being distracting and helps me focus for long stretches. The right track can completely shift the mood of a space or a moment.<\/p>\n<h2><em>Works by Hardman Design&#8217;s co-owner and Creative Director Erika Hardman:<\/em><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_600773\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/f5-erika-hardman-talks-architectural-shoes-cold-plunge-the-california-desert-more\/f5-erika-hardman-hardman-design-works-01-luna-bed\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-600773\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-600773\" src=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-01-LUNA-Bed-810x1215.jpg\" alt=\"A minimalist bedroom with a large window, wooden bed, matching bench, neutral bedding, side table with lamp, and a decorative bowl on a pedestal. Natural light fills the room.\" width=\"810\" height=\"1215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-01-LUNA-Bed-810x1215.jpg 810w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-01-LUNA-Bed-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-01-LUNA-Bed-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-01-LUNA-Bed-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-01-LUNA-Bed.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/bezuglov.ua\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Andriy Bezuglov<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>L\u00dcNA<\/strong><br \/>\nThe L\u00dcNA bed continues the subtractive design language introduced in the L\u00dcNA collection \u2014 softened edges, rounded transitions, and a restrained silhouette. Sitting low to the ground, the design emphasizes proportion and spatial calm. The curved headboard is sculpted from solid wood boards joined to preserve continuity of grain.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_600774\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/f5-erika-hardman-talks-architectural-shoes-cold-plunge-the-california-desert-more\/f5-erika-hardman-hardman-design-works-02-lela-chair\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-600774\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-600774\" src=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-02-LELA-Chair-810x540.jpg\" alt=\"Three wooden chairs with curved backs and armrests, each in a different wood tone, are arranged on a white floor against a plain, light-colored background.\" width=\"810\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-02-LELA-Chair-810x540.jpg 810w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-02-LELA-Chair-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-02-LELA-Chair-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-02-LELA-Chair.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/bezuglov.ua\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Andriy Bezuglov<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>LELA<\/strong><br \/>\nLELA draws from Danish chair design, focusing on proportion and comfort. Curved wooden armrests and tapered legs create a quiet sculptural form, while the upholstered seat adds softness. The chair is designed for long gatherings around the table.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_600775\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/f5-erika-hardman-talks-architectural-shoes-cold-plunge-the-california-desert-more\/f5-erika-hardman-hardman-design-works-03-kat-table\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-600775\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-600775\" src=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-03-KAT-Table-810x1215.jpg\" alt=\"A wooden dining table with chairs, set with glassware, a ceramic pitcher, a plate, and a vase of flowers, in a bright room with wooden flooring and large windows.\" width=\"810\" height=\"1215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-03-KAT-Table-810x1215.jpg 810w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-03-KAT-Table-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-03-KAT-Table-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-03-KAT-Table-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-03-KAT-Table.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/bezuglov.ua\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Andriy Bezuglov<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>KAT Dining Table<\/strong><br \/>\nKAT centers around a strong structural base that gives the table a clear architectural presence. The central column keeps the footprint compact while leaving the surrounding space open for chairs. It\u2019s a simple form that balances stability with a sense of lightness.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_600776\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/f5-erika-hardman-talks-architectural-shoes-cold-plunge-the-california-desert-more\/f5-erika-hardman-hardman-design-works-04-arlen-nesting-coffee-tables\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-600776\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-600776\" src=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-04-ARLEN-nesting-Coffee-Tables-810x1215.jpg\" alt=\"Two round wooden coffee tables on a woven rug, each with books, a black teapot, and a small black cup arranged on top.\" width=\"810\" height=\"1215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-04-ARLEN-nesting-Coffee-Tables-810x1215.jpg 810w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-04-ARLEN-nesting-Coffee-Tables-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-04-ARLEN-nesting-Coffee-Tables-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-04-ARLEN-nesting-Coffee-Tables-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-04-ARLEN-nesting-Coffee-Tables.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/bezuglov.ua\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Andriy Bezuglov<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>ARLEN<\/strong><br \/>\nARLEN explores circular forms and softened geometry. The flowing silhouettes of the tables and gently rounded edges create an approachable presence that works comfortably in many interiors. The design blends Scandinavian warmth with modernist clarity.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_600777\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/f5-erika-hardman-talks-architectural-shoes-cold-plunge-the-california-desert-more\/f5-erika-hardman-hardman-design-works-05-lulu-sofa\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-600777\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-600777\" src=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-05-LULU-Sofa-810x540.jpg\" alt=\"A person in a long, light dress sits barefoot on a chair, reading a magazine in a sunlit living room with wooden furniture and a potted plant.\" width=\"810\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-05-LULU-Sofa-810x540.jpg 810w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-05-LULU-Sofa-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-05-LULU-Sofa-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/design-milk.com\/images\/2026\/03\/F5-Erika-Hardman-Hardman-Design-works-05-LULU-Sofa.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/bezuglov.ua\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Andriy Bezuglov<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>LULU Sofa<\/strong><br \/>\nThe LULU Sofa pairs soft upholstery with a simple exposed wooden frame. Its curved lines and generous proportions create an inviting place to relax while keeping the overall form visually light. 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