Ernst Ambühler: Swiss Design Between Functionality, Ingenuity and Lightness


Ernst Ambühler (1928–) was a Swiss architect and designer whose work reflects the distinctive qualities of Swiss post-war design: functional clarity, technical ingenuity and a refined sense of proportion.

Born in Zurich, he studied interior design at the Kunstgewerbeschule Zürich under Willy Guhl, one of the leading figures in Swiss modern design. After working in the architectural office of Oskar Burri, Ambühler established his own practice in 1957, working across architecture, interior design and furniture.

Among his most notable creations is the EA-616 convertible sofa, designed in 1957. Initially produced by Teo Jakob, this piece is an elegant expression of the practical and innovative approach that characterised Swiss design during the 1950s. Its ingenious folding mechanism, based on tubular steel elements connecting the seat and backrest, allows the sofa to be transformed into a comfortable daybed.

Our EA-616 example has undergone a careful restoration that respects its original character and materials. The entire internal upholstery has been renewed, while the original coarse wool fabric has been preserved. Its warm brown colour, carefully washed and brought back to life, retains the distinctive texture and character of the original material.

This restoration reflects our approach to vintage design: preserving what makes each piece unique, while carefully renewing the elements necessary for its continued use. The result is a piece that retains its authentic identity, material history and original design integrity.

Item nr. 26146

Convertible Sofa model EA616, transforming into a Daybed

Designer

ProductionTeo Jakob
Switzerland 1957

Dimension195 x 93 x Seating HT 40 x Total HT 71 cm, Open as a daybed 195 x 114 x HT 40 cm

MaterialChrome-plated tubular steel | Upholstery | Coarse wool fabric

Price in Swiss Francs / Euro€ 4'800.00

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Ernst Ambühler: Swiss Design Between Functionality, Ingenuity and Lightness


Ernst Ambühler (1928–) was a Swiss architect and designer whose work reflects the distinctive qualities of Swiss post-war design: functional clarity, technical ingenuity and a refined sense of proportion.

Born in Zurich, he studied interior design at the Kunstgewerbeschule Zürich under Willy Guhl, one of the leading figures in Swiss modern design. After working in the architectural office of Oskar Burri, Ambühler established his own practice in 1957, working across architecture, interior design and furniture.

Among his most notable creations is the EA-616 convertible sofa, designed in 1957. Initially produced by Teo Jakob, this piece is an elegant expression of the practical and innovative approach that characterised Swiss design during the 1950s. Its ingenious folding mechanism, based on tubular steel elements connecting the seat and backrest, allows the sofa to be transformed into a comfortable daybed.

Our EA-616 example has undergone a careful restoration that respects its original character and materials. The entire internal upholstery has been renewed, while the original coarse wool fabric has been preserved. Its warm brown colour, carefully washed and brought back to life, retains the distinctive texture and character of the original material.

This restoration reflects our approach to vintage design: preserving what makes each piece unique, while carefully renewing the elements necessary for its continued use. The result is a piece that retains its authentic identity, material history and original design integrity.

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Ernst Ambühler: Swiss Design Between Functionality, Ingenuity and Lightness

Ernst Ambühler (1928–) was a Swiss architect and designer whose work reflects the distinctive qualities of Swiss post-war design: functional clarity, technical ingenuity and a refined sense of proportion.

Born in Zurich, he studied interior design at the Kunstgewerbeschule Zürich under Willy Guhl, one of the leading figures in Swiss modern design. After working in the architectural office of Oskar Burri, Ambühler established his own practice in 1957, working across architecture, interior design and furniture.

Among his most notable creations is the EA-616 convertible sofa, designed in 1957. Initially produced by Teo Jakob, this piece is an elegant expression of the practical and innovative approach that characterised Swiss design during the 1950s. Its ingenious folding mechanism, based on tubular steel elements connecting the seat and backrest, allows the sofa to be transformed into a comfortable daybed.

Our EA-616 example has undergone a careful restoration that respects its original character and materials. The entire internal upholstery has been renewed, while the original coarse wool fabric has been preserved. Its warm brown colour, carefully washed and brought back to life, retains the distinctive texture and character of the original material.

This restoration reflects our approach to vintage design: preserving what makes each piece unique, while carefully renewing the elements necessary for its continued use. The result is a piece that retains its authentic identity, material history and original design integrity.

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