The work of architecture and design studio ATRA seamlessly blends the minimalist appeal of Scandinavian modernism with bold Mexican brutalism. Forever seeking to innovate, ATRA founder and creative director Alexander Díaz Andersson continues to embrace woodworking traditions while also working with marble, brass, travertine and more in the design of the studio’s side tables, desks, chairs and other furnishings.
Díaz Andersson was born and raised in Sweden. His Mexican mother and Swedish paternal grandparents worked in the furniture industry. He was naturally drawn to furniture design and architecture and was inspired by the Bauhaus, the clean lines attributed to the work of Finnish furniture designer Alvar Aalto, Italian architect-designer Carlo Scarpa’s building projects and the abstract creations of American sculptor Richard Serra.
After studying design at the European Institute of Design in Spain, Díaz Andersson moved to Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula — where he became fascinated with the local history of woodworking. Impressed with the workmanship and drawn to Mexican furniture, he began to envision a way to marry their traditional construction techniques with modern furniture production technology.
Díaz Andersson opened ATRA in 2009 in Mexico City. The company’s first architectural commission was to design the Hejal — the holy Torah scrolls’ storage cabinet/altar — for the Birkat Itzjak Synagogue in Mexico City. The design was critically acclaimed and was the company’s watershed project, which launched their success as a prominent player in the design space.
ATRA’s Flow chair won a Gold A’Design Award in 2019. The studio has been featured in several design and architecture magazines, including Wallpaper, Architectural Digest and Surface.
On 1stDibs, find ATRA seating, tables, garden elements and more.
Beluga Curvo Sofa by ATRA Modern Fabric Upholstery with Brass Base
By Alexander Andersson Diaz, ATRA
Located in New York, NY
Beluga Curvo Sofa by ATRA design Alexander Andersson Diaz This piece comes in 4 standard sizes: 250 W 2500 mm / 98.4...
Brass
$44,850 / item
Margot V Sofa by ATRA, Modern Design, Customizable
By Alexander Andersson Diaz, ATRA
Located in New York, NY
The Margot V Sofa by ATRA design Alexander Andersson Diaz OVERALL L 4955 mm / 195.1” D 2100 mm / 82.7” H 600 mm / 23.6” SH 360 mm / 14.2”" MODULE 1 ...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Beluga Sectional Sofa by ATRA, Modern Design, Fabric & Brass, Customizable
By ATRA, Alexander Andersson Diaz
Located in New York, NY
The Beluga Sectional Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] 180 STRAIGHT MODULE W 1800 mm / 70.9” D 1065 mm / 41.9” H 630 mm / 24.8” SH 360 mm / 14.2” ...
Brass
$24,840
Margot Sofa by ATRA
By Alexander Andersson Diaz, ATRA
Located in New York, NY
The Margot Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] All ATRA pieces are produced in-house within our four ateliers — upholstery, wood, stone, and metal — and can be customized in f...
Brass, Stainless Steel
$24,000 / item
Oberon Modular Sofa, by Atra
By ATRA, Alexander Andersson Diaz
Located in New York, NY
The Oberon Modular Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] Priced as modular pictured, 2 Back Rest Modules & 2 Ottoman's [without wedge side table] Outdoor version is available u...
Stainless Steel, Brass
$19,872 / item
Egg Sofa by ATRA, Modern Design, Customizable
By Alexander Andersson Diaz, ATRA
Located in New York, NY
The Egg Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] SMALL VERSION L 2500 mm / 98.4” D 955 mm / 37.6” H 625 mm / 24.6” SH 380 mm / 15.0” LARGE VERSION L 3200 mm / 126.0” D 955 mm / 37...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Mantis Sofa by ATRA, Upholstery, Modern Design, Customizable
By ATRA, Alexander Andersson Diaz
Located in New York, NY
The Mantis Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] L 2400 mm / 94.5” D 920 mm / 36.2” H 740 mm / 29.1” SH 425 mm / 16.7” All ATRA pieces are produced in-house within our four atel...
Stainless Steel
$15,300 / item
Dino Sofa, by ATRA
By Alexander Andersson Diaz, ATRA
Located in New York, NY
The Dino Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] L 2450 mm / 96.5” D 1090 mm / 42.9” H 810 mm / 31.9” SH 335 mm / 13.2” All ATRA pieces are produced in-house within our four ateli...
Velvet, Walnut, Fabric, Textile
$18,423 / item
Beluga Sofa, by ATRA
By ATRA, Alexander Andersson Diaz
Located in New York, NY
Beluga Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] This piece comes in 4 standard sizes: 180 W 1800 mm / 70.9” D 1065 mm / 41.9” H 630 mm / 24.8” SH 360 mm / 14.2” ...
Brass, Stainless Steel
$18,300 / item
Air Sofa, by ATRA
By ATRA, Alexander Andersson Diaz
Located in New York, NY
The Air Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] L 2400 mm / 94.5” D 905 mm / 35.6” H 605 mm / 23.8” SH 295 mm / 11.6” All ATRA pieces are produced in-house...
Brass, Stainless Steel
$17,000 / item
Eclipse sofa, by ATRA
By ATRA, Alexander Andersson Diaz
Located in New York, NY
The Eclipse Sofa, by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] L 2550 mm / 100.4” D 1110 mm / 43.7” H 595 mm / 23.4” SH 295 mm / 11.6” All ATRA pieces are produced in-house within our four a...
Velvet, Oak
$9,602 / item
H 26.38 in W 70.87 in D 37.1 in
Customizable Tacchini Sesann Sofa Designed by Gianfranco Frattini
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
price listed for starting fabric and chrome frame A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that evo...
Leather, Fabric
Mario Bellini Modular Sofa by C&B 1970
By Mario Bellini
Located in Cascina, Pisa
The Camaleonda sofa is one of the most iconic creations by Mario Bellini, designed in 1970 for the company B&B Italia. This sofa exemplifies how design can be functional, modular, an...
Fabric, Wood
$3,422
H 33.47 in W 72.05 in D 32.29 in
Paradise Sofa with Orange Fabric Upholstery by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Madrid, ES
The "Paradiset" sofa was designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist in the late 1950s for Nordiska Kompaniet. It features a soft curved line of the back and tapered and curved stained beec...
Fabric, Beech
Case #1 Customizable Modern Sofa
Located in Studio City, CA
Sleek and stylized the case #1 sofa is streamlined and comfortable. Upholstered in a high-end durable pewter colored velvet. The sofa can be customized to your liking with plenty ...
Chrome
$5,937
H 31 in W 98 in D 39 in
Modular Right-Side Sofa in White Boucle Fabric, Customizable Ruy Design
By Uultis Design
Located in Hialeah, FL
A customizable Ruy modular sofa designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis in White Boucle fabric, right side module. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. The Ruy Modular Sofa,...
Fabric, Upholstery
Settebello Modular Gray Sofa by Lorenza Bozzoli
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
A sculptural lounge piece by Lorenza Bozzoli, defined by its generous proportions and sinuous, enveloping silhouette. The plush velvet upholstery in Cayenne red is enlivened by deep ...
Textile
Suelo Modern Wood Sofa with Plinth Base
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo® Modern wood sofa with plinth base is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and se...
Hardwood
$25,500 / item
H 31.11 in W 157.49 in D 96.46 in
Extra Deep Sectional Sofa in Custom Velvet, Modern Design, Customizable
By Mondo Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
Designed as a study in volume and proportion, this fully upholstered sectional sofa balances sculptural presence with deep, enveloping comfort. Its modular configuration forms a cont...
Velvet, Foam, Wood
$11,180 / item
H 29.53 in W 76.78 in D 37.41 in
Contemporary Bouclé Sofa by Paulo Antunes, Modern Design from Customizable
By Paulo Antunes
Located in New York, NY
With its curved lines and unique shapes, this sofa shows a classic and timeless design that makes it ideal as an imposing complement to the decor of your living room. Dimensions: W ...
Upholstery, Wood
Gervasoni Samet Modular Sofa by Federica Biasi
By Gervasoni, Federica Biasi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Samet is a modular sofa without rules, a multifunctional and configurable product that places the person as an active subject in the composition of their own space, encouraging them ...
Polyester
$7,080 / item
H 28.35 in W 80.71 in D 31.11 in
Customizable Artifort 905 Sofa by Artifort Design Group
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
This design, dating from 1964, is still up to date. As slim and tender as your first love. A Classic that is now in production for its second time. Now available as contract seating...
Textile
$16,750 / item
H 28.35 in W 118.12 in D 40.16 in
Custom Sofa with Wooden Base and Velvet Upholstery, Modern Design
Located in New York, NY
This sofa is a stylish and versatile piece that blends contemporary design with a vintage touch. It features a wooden base and convex edges, providing both comfort and a sleek aesthe...
Stainless Steel
Nerthus WHITE Hemp, Black Teak and Indoor-Outdoor Sofa by ATRA
By ATRA, Alexander Andersson Diaz
Located in New York, NY
The Nerthus sofa by Alexander Diaz Andersson is an indoor-outdoor sofa which has been inspired by the natural world and the responsibility to protect it. The Nerthus cuts a light sil...
Teak
Oberon Velvet Sofa Sectional by ATRA
By ATRA, Alexander Andersson Diaz
Located in New York, NY
The Oberon sofa, is a contemporary sectional made of an expanse of blue velvet with a yellow velvet base detailing that makes it appear to be floating abov...
Velvet