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Paradigm Sofa
Erik Rasmussen's 1969 modular sofa, relaunched by Montana with removable covers
1969
Denmark
Approx. $5,400 (reference price; varies by region and retailer)
Official product information
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Overview
Paradigm is a modular sofa designed in 1969 by Erik Rasmussen, originally known as the Paustian Modular Sofa and relaunched by Montana in 2025. The 3-seater (item PAR3A0) is a predesigned combination for a living room.
Construction
The system has left and right corner modules, a middle module and an ottoman, joined with discreet linking brackets. The sofa has a removable cover in textiles from Kvadrat and Gabriel; the listed materials are polyurethane and PEFC chipboard.
Specifications
- Item no.: PAR3A0, Paradigm 3-seater sofa
- Materials: polyurethane, PEFC chipboard
- Covers: removable, Kvadrat and Gabriel textiles
Story
The Paustian Modular Sofa
Erik Rasmussen designed the sofa in 1969, and it was first known as the Paustian Modular Sofa. Montana relaunched it as Paradigm in 2025, keeping to the original design while retaining its functionality and flexibility.
Modules that can be separated again
Corner modules, a middle module and an ottoman are joined by linking brackets and can be combined, expanded or separated as the needs of the space change. A removable cover lets the sofa be refreshed and maintained over the years.