Mark Goetz

Molded plywood carries an immediate association with classic Herman Miller designs, and Mark Goetz, principal of TZ Design in New York City, skillfully and creatively incorporates this material in his sofa design. While traditional construction consists of a wooden frame with padding and upholstery applied over it, the Goetz&trade Sofa turns tradition inside out, since its plywood shell is clearly visible as both an aesthetic element and a structural frame.

The sofa's practicality extends to one of its most important features -- comfort. Goetz conducted his own reasearch and consulted with other experts to arrive at a seat depth that gives ergonomic support as well as room to lie down.