The SOM76 collection was originally designed for IBM’s World Headquarters in Armonk, New York—a project shaped by the company’s conviction that “good design is good business.” Under the guidance of architect and industrial designer Eliot Noyes, IBM had embraced modernism as a means of defining its corporate identity, and commissioned SOM to create an environment that expressed clarity, innovation, and cultural seriousness. The SOM76 collection was conceived as part of that whole to furnish the lobby with pieces that extended the architectural language of the building rather than decorating it.

The collection reflects that context directly. Its forms are defined by subtle, tightly tailored curves and continuous lines—comfort achieved through proportion and precision rather than padding or excess. Fully upholstered with softened geometries, the pieces balance rationalism with presence, making them equally suited to corporate, hospitality, and residential environments.

Designed to support shared environments, the SOM76 chair and sofas (both two- and three-seaters are available) provide structured seating for conversation, collaboration, and everyday use. Its scale is deliberate—balanced enough to anchor a room without dominating it, ordered enough to integrate across a range of settings.

The SOM76 Swivel Lounge Chair translates the same design language into individual seating. Its compact, sculpted form retains the collection’s continuous lines and softened geometry, while the swivel base introduces a practical layer of flexibility—allowing movement between positions without breaking the overall sense of order. 

The SOM76 collection is produced by IKONstudio, a platform dedicated to identifying, preserving, and reintroducing historically significant furniture designs for contemporary use. The collection is available in a curated range of upholstery options.