Brave Sofa — Austins Brave Sofa – Austins

All-over quilting. Adjustable headrest at 45° and 90°. Chrome legs. The Brave is designed for how you actually sit.

The quilted pattern was never going to be incidental on this sofa — it is the whole surface. Every face carries that pattern, which means the stitching tension has to be perfectly consistent across arms, back, and seat. The adjustable headrest is a small mechanism with a large effect on how you feel at the end of the day.

Harsha · Designer & Founder, Austins
Craftsmanship

The Making of the Brave Sofa

Designed by Harsha

The Brave takes a straightforward premise — a two-seater sofa that supports you well in every mode of sitting — and executes it without compromise. The all-over quilted surface and the two-position headrest are both expressions of that intent: comfort designed with care rather than assumed.

01

All-Over Quilted Cream

Cream leather-look upholstery with an all-over quilted pattern across seat, back, and arms — the pale surface makes any tension or alignment inconsistency immediately visible, demanding precise and even stitching throughout. ::

02

Consistent Quilting on Curves

Maintaining a uniform quilted grid alignment as the fabric wraps from the flat seat over the curved arm-to-back transition requires skilled hand-tensioning at every stage of the upholstery process. ::

03

Chrome Legs Under Load

Slim chrome legs must be precisely fitted at four points to carry the full sofa load without any flex — and the two-position headrest hinge must hold its angle firmly under regular use.

Dimensions & Specifications

Built to Last

  • OverallW 8' × D 3'
  • FrameInternal wood frame
  • UpholsteryCream leather-look, all-over quilted; chrome metal slim legs
  • OriginDesigned & made in Bangalore, India
  • MaterialScandinavia Max Leather
  • Lead time6–8 weeks from order confirmation
The Austins Promise

Owned for a Lifetime, Cared for Always

Every piece carries a lifetime craftsmanship guarantee, full restoration on request, and a designer who picks up the phone when you call.

Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee

Every joint, stitch, and finish is warranted for the lifetime of the original buyer.

Full Restoration Service

Reupholstery, refinishing, frame repair — at any point in the piece's life, returned to factory standard.

Care Concierge

A direct line to a designer for cleaning advice, swatch matching, or simply a second opinion on a room.

Client Favourites

Our Best-Selling Leather Shades

18 hand-picked shades across four leather families — chosen most often by our clients.

Camel
#1008
Ivory
#1012
Soul White
#2006
Dune
#2011
Ginger Tan
#2020
Pearl Beige
#3258
Burnt Orange
#3520
Soft Granite
#5501
Olive Drab
#5505
Forest Moss
#5506
Old Ash
#5508
Amber Spice
#5509
Antique Honey
#5510
Snowdust
#5513
Buttered Rum
#5514
Jade Lake
#5515
Crystal Blue
#5516
Charcoal Blue
#5519

Screen colours may vary slightly. Request a physical swatch before finalising your order.

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Frequently Asked

Before You Order

How long does it take to make the Brave Sofa?
6–8 weeks from order confirmation. We build one piece at a time — frame first, then upholstery, then a final hand-finish — so the timeline reflects real bench-time, not warehouse stock.
Can I customise the dimensions, leather, or wood?
Yes. Almost every dimension can be adjusted within structural limits, and the leather and wood swatches shown are starting points — speak to a designer if you'd like us to source something specific.
How does delivery work, and where do you ship?
We deliver across India with white-glove placement included. International shipping is available on request — our team will coordinate freight, customs, and last-mile placement at the destination.
What does payment look like for a custom piece?
A 50% deposit confirms the order and reserves your build slot in the atelier. The balance is due before dispatch. We'll share a transparent quote with material and labour breakdown after the consultation.
What if something needs repair years from now?
Every piece carries a lifetime craftsmanship guarantee. Reupholstery, refinishing, and frame repair are handled in-house — a piece built today can be brought back to the workshop a decade from now and restored.

Visit the Studio in HSR Layout

Some pieces are best understood in person. Sit in the Brave Sofa, feel the materials, see the craft catch the light. Speak with a designer about what you have in mind.