Host Tom Semioli tells the tale of Classic Sofa — artists extraordinaire in the pantheon of furniture craftsmanship. Prompted by co-host David C. Gross, Tom sought out Blake Anding and what was deemed impossible by antiques dealers, collectors, and co-op superintendents in the Bronx and Manhattan, became reality — all thanks to Classic Sofa.   Listen to the episode The post Notes From An Artist: A Classic Sofa Story appeared first on Classic Sofa ..read more

Blake Anding of Classic Sofa was featured in the Fall 2023 issue of AVENUE. “It is important to understand how the body is going to fit a piece ergonomically and have anthropometric designs to truly tailor to the body,” Anding says of the craft. “We take time to get to know the client. I always ask, ‘How is it going to be used? How are you going to be comfortable?’” He adds, “There is no problem we don’t have a solution for.” You can read the full article here. The post Blake Anding Featured in Avenue Magazine appeared first on Classic Sofa ..read more

Small Business Spotlight: Bronx custom furniture maker There is no shortage of skills inside a bustling work studio in the South Bronx. It’s where the hands of Paul, Norma, Stanley and many more are crafting some of the most unique masterpieces that will ever grace a home. The tight-knit operation is Classic Sofa of New York, a 40-year-old business that specializes in custom made furniture based in the Bronx. Read the full article The post PIX11 Small Business Spotlight appeared first on Classic Sofa ..read more

“Behind the Business” featured in MadeinNYC.org. One-of-a-kind hand made sofas using materials sourced from private fabric houses. Benchmade strictly in New York by some of the best craftsmen in the industry. Meet Blake Anding, President of Classic Sofa. Watch the video below:   The post Behind the Business: Classic Sofa appeared first on Classic Sofa ..read more

House & Garden magazine featured a burgundy sofa from Classic Sofa in its December 2021/January 2022 issue. The post Classic Sofa Featured in House & Garden appeared first on Classic Sofa ..read more

Classic Sofa’s in-house craftsmen and interior designers—which includes the company’s own president—customize the furniture-making process every step of the way Read the full article on The Epoch Times The post New York’s Classic Sofa Company: Crafting Custom Furniture appeared first on Classic Sofa ..read more

Custom Furniture Designer and Maker, Blake Anding Self-taught product designer Blake Anding bought bespoke furniture manufacturer and design company Classic Sofa… Alongside talented artisans, he learned how to produce furniture, including how to do upholstery. He has since grown the business and has worked with renowned interior designers on high-profile projects—Trump SoHo, The London NYC and Andy Cohen— but the company is most proud of its quick lead times. After receiving the fabric, they manage to produce and deliver completed projects in three to four weeks compared to the average 12 to 1 ..read more

Can’t Find the Right Furniture? Have It Made (New York Times)   Some people who need new furniture forget about shopping and have it made instead. Tori Mellott had her couch made by Classic Sofa… “If you’re comparing price with Ikea, it’s much more for custom,” Ms. Mellott said. “But I’ll have that sofa the rest of my life. I do think classic design travels with you.” “I think having a unique piece of furniture is very satisfying,” [Ms. Standefer] said. “The custom stuff has a great spirit, and it lasts. That kind of value is important.”   Read the full article on nytimes.co ..read more

Have you ever visited someone else’s home only to see the exact same piece of furniture that you have in your living room? The truth is that most furniture is mass-produced, which means that the sofa that you adore may have thousands of replicas in homes across the country. Wouldn’t it be nice to know that the furniture in your home is one-of-a-kind? That’s what you get when you purchase custom made furniture. Custom furniture is created for you, as every element of its design and construction can be made to order. For example, when you purchase custom sofas in Long Island, NY, you determ ..read more

The sofa is one of the most important pieces of furniture you’ll buy for any sitting room or living room. Large and visually dominant, couches are your opportunity to give a room elegance, comfort and style. Companies that construct custom couches are seeing a huge demand for certain materials, design elements, and shapes. If you want the best sofa for your living space, here are the most common trends that you should keep your eye on in 2019. Understated Elegance Rococo sofas of the past that adorn ornate clawfoot legs, feminine armrests, sleigh shapes, heart shapes, and other signs of comple ..read more