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Saruyama
Saruyama three-element sofa by Toshiyuki Kita, combining into a circular upholstered island
1989
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Description
Overview
The 1989 Saruyama by Toshiyuki Kita is formed from three free-standing moulded elements. Combined, the elements create one large circular seating island. It carries configurator code SY004N, corresponding to three-element sofa code 04N.
Construction
Each seat uses cold-injected polyurethane over an internal plywood base. Upholstery remains fixed on every element. Standard cushioning is supplied to CAL TB 117 without added retardants, while a BS 5852 crib 5 specification is documented.
Specifications
- Code: SY004N / 04N
- Composition: three free-standing seating elements
- Padding: cold-injected polyurethane
- Internal base: plywood
- Weight: 255 kg
Story
Three elements, one island
Saruyama turns three independent seats into a single circular landscape. Toshiyuki Kita's arrangement allows the moulded profiles to meet as a continuous island while each component retains its own free-standing structure.
Structure beneath the upholstery
Cold-injected polyurethane shapes the visible seating contours above concealed plywood bases. Fixed covers preserve the uninterrupted surfaces across the three forms, with standard and fire-resistant foam options.
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