High-back sofas for quieter lounge zones
High-back sofas are lounge seating with elevated backrests, often with side panels, that help create a more enclosed feeling in open-plan spaces. They are a useful alternative to standard sofas where a team needs a defined place to sit and talk without building a separate room.
Explore the wider range of sofas and lounge furniture when planning complementary chairs, tables and modular seating.
Where they fit
- Reception and waiting areas with a more private seating corner
- Informal meeting points near workstations or breakout areas
- Library-style lounges, touchdown spaces and collaboration zones
- Hospitality-inspired areas that need visual separation
Choosing the right configuration
Start with the available footprint and the direction of surrounding foot traffic. Consider whether a straight sofa, opposing pair or compact booth-like arrangement suits the conversation zone. Check seat capacity, access around the sofa and how the upholstery color and frame finish work with nearby furniture.

