B&B Italia Charles Sofa Module CH228

Manufacturer: B&B Italia | Designer: Antonio Citterio, 1997

This is an original genuine B&B Italia piece.

A Citterio Classic

Antonio Citterio's Charles sofa arrived in 1997 and has remained a benchmark of considered Italian design ever since. Where many sofas of its scale feel heavy or imposing, the CH228 achieves the opposite and its iron frame is exceptionally solid and robust, yet the refined die-cast aluminium legs lift the body cleanly off the floor, giving the piece a sophisticated, elegant profile that never reads as bulky. The result is a sofa that commands a room through restraint rather than volume.

Modular by Design

The CH228 is a single module within the wider Charles system. Linear runs, corner compositions, and chaise longue end units can all be combined freely, making it as suited to a large open-plan living room as to a more intimate setting. The system's strength lies in its simplicity. Each module is self-contained, consistently proportioned, and designed to work in any configuration without compromise.

Upholstery & Back Cushions

Charles is available across five fabric grades and three leather grades, from entry-level woven textiles through to Koto and Kora full-grain leathers. All covers are removable and can be changed, making Charles an excellent long-term investment as the upholstery can be refreshed or replaced without replacing the sofa itself. Back cushions are not included but are required. They are available in two sizes: 48 × 48cm or 72 × 48cm. For a full overview of available fabrics and leathers, contact us or visit our showroom.

Specifications

• Dimensions: W230 × D97 × H73cm (seat height 42cm)
• Frame: Iron construction with polyurethane foam
• Feet: Die-cast aluminium
• Upholstery: Choice of fabric (A–Lusso grades) or leather (Beta, Alfa/Gamma, Koto/Kora)
• Back cushions: These are not included, but are required; available in 48 × 48cm or 72 × 48cm

Also available as part of the B&B Italia collection and as a gorgeous bed.