The Arflex Naviglio is a sofa with a rigorous structure but no harshness: its lines are
softened by its materials. It was designed by Umberto Asnago in 2007. Here at Mariani, official Arflex
retailers in Milan and Arluno, we cover its sizes, upholstery, quote and where to try it.
Two brown Arflex Naviglio sofas facing each other in front of a fireplace, on a white rugPhoto: Arflex
The design: rigour and softness
Arflex describes the Naviglio as a seating system with a rigorous shape, yet
pleasantly softened in its lines thanks to a skilful use of materials. The result is a
clean, orderly sofa that sits just as well in a contemporary living room as in a historic interior, as
the Arflex photos show.
The Naviglio sofa — photo Arflex
The designer
A life in furniture, between research and design.
Umberto Asnago trained at the Istituto d'Arte in Cantù. In 1968 he began working as a designer for a furniture company, where he went on to direct the research centre; in 2006 he opened his own independent practice.
Since then he has designed for several furniture companies, Arflex among them, created displays and showrooms for furniture and fashion brands, and served as art director of a lighting company. For Arflex he designed the Naviglio in 2007.
1968Starts as a designer
2006Opens his own practice
2007Designs the Naviglio for Arflex
Features: five sizes and three finish choices
In the Arflex catalogue the Naviglio comes as a sofa in five widths, from 216 to 346 cm, alongside a
square pouf. Once you have the right size for your wall, you choose the materials.
Five widths — 216, 246, 286, 301 and 346 cm.
Fabric or leather — Arflex collection fabrics, or the Ambra, Giada, Nobile, Perla and Rubino leathers.
Wooden details — ash in a Wengè or Natural finish.
Iron feet — in a Graphite finish.
The versions
Five widths, fabric or leather
The versions photographed by Arflex. You choose the upholstery in our showroom, from the full range of samples.
How much does the Arflex Naviglio sofa cost? A tailored quote
The price of the Arflex Naviglio sofa depends on which of the five widths you choose and on the
upholstery, fabric or leather. We are official Arflex retailers: we work from the current price list
and send you a quote for your configuration.
Sizes
Sofas
216 · 246 · 286 · 301 · 346 cm
Pouf
100 × 100 cm
Details
ash, Wengè or Natural
Feet
iron, Graphite
A quote for your configuration.
Tell us which width and which upholstery you are interested in: as official Arflex retailers we will
send you a quote based on the current price list.
Fabric or leather, wood finish, width: with the Naviglio the choices matter. As an
official Arflex retailer in Milan and Arluno
we have access to the full catalogue, with the official warranty and support that continues after your order.
Official Arflex retailer — full catalogue, warranty, fabric and leather samples.
Showrooms in Milan San Babila and Arluno — you try the sofa instead of imagining it.
Virtual reality project — we show you the Naviglio in your own living room, to scale, before you buy.
Delivery and assembly by our own team — never subcontractors, from start to finish.
Before you come, message us: we will confirm which compositions and upholstery are available to try at that moment. You can also reach us from the contact page.
Frequently asked questions about the Naviglio sofa
How much does the Arflex Naviglio sofa cost?
It depends on which of the five widths you choose and on the upholstery, fabric or leather. We are official Arflex retailers: see the available options and message us on WhatsApp, we will send you a quote for your configuration.
What sizes does the Naviglio come in?
The Arflex catalogue lists sofas of 216, 246, 286, 301 and 346 cm and a 100 × 100 cm pouf.
Is the Naviglio available in leather?
Yes: as well as Arflex fabrics, it is available in the Ambra, Giada, Nobile, Perla and Rubino leathers.
Who designed the Naviglio, and when?
The Naviglio is a 2007 design by Umberto Asnago for Arflex.
Where can I see and try the Naviglio in Milan?
At Mariani Design, official Arflex retailer: our showrooms in Milan San Babila (Via Uberto Visconti di Modrone 8/a) and Arluno (Via Guglielmo Marconi 12). Message us on WhatsApp first and we will tell you where and when you can see it in person.
Want to try the Naviglio sofa in Milan?
Book a showroom visit
We look forward to seeing you in Milan San Babila (Mon–Fri 10:30am–6:30pm, non-stop) or in Arluno. Message us on WhatsApp: we will tell you where to see it in person and prepare a quote.