Charlotte Sofa — Austins Charlotte Sofa – Austins

Full recline. Full rest. The Charlotte way.

"The Charlotte was designed around one moment: the point when you stop sitting and start lying back. The caramel leather had to be supple enough to move with the mechanism — no creasing, no binding. Getting the leather to perform over a complex motion frame was the craft challenge we cared about most."

Harsha · Designer & Founder, Austins
Charlotte Sofa in situ
Craftsmanship

The Making of the Charlotte Sofa

Designed by Harsha

The Charlotte exists for the room that is honestly a media room, the sofa that is honestly a recliner. Its caramel leather, extending footrests, and per-seat headrests are a straightforward offer: come in, lie back, stay.

01

Caramel Leather

Smooth semi-gloss caramel leather in warm tan — a durable, easy-to-clean premium choice for a heavily used motion sofa. The surface is consistent across every panel, with clean seaming at seat, back, and arm junctions. ::

02

Upholstery Over Motion

Covering a complex recliner frame in leather requires the upholsterer to account for every movement: the leather must not crease or bind when the mechanism cycles through its full range. A demanding discipline. ::

03

Multi-Link Recliner

The scissor-link metal recliner mechanism is engineered for thousands of open-close cycles without fatigue. The footrest extension and back recline move simultaneously — both are locked to the same structural chassis.

Specifications

Built to Last

  • FrameMetal multi-link recliner mechanism on hardwood chassis
  • UpholsteryCaramel / tan leather / high-grade leatherette
  • OriginDesigned & made in Bangalore, India
  • 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte Sofa, feel the materials, see the craft catch the light. Speak with a designer about what you have in mind.