Reports from the Salone del Mobile in Milan this year seemed to support this theme. Sober and calm, for example, pretty much sums up what was on view earlier this year, in the form of were luxurious minimal pieces and very large, comfortable sofas where the entire family can cocoon together. Sofas were not avant garde, but safe.

And while large, they were not bulky. The rule of thumb was simple lines, rounded forms and neutral colors, finished in high quality materials with lots of attention to detail. Gray, beige and tweed made a big appearan

And here is yet another interior direct from the Salone Del Mobile. It's the Tama Living sofa amd Mwamba carpet by Eoos Design, for German manufacturer Walter Knoll.

Milan 2015: IO Modern Wall Lamp by Claesson Koivisto Rune for Fontana Arte Salone del Mobile Milano, a highlight of the design year, is underway in Italy, and modern lighting brand Fontana Arte has unveiled an exquisite new wall fixture made in collaboration with Swedish design practice Claesso Koivisto Rune. Named for one of Jupitor's moons, IO features an appropriately moon-shaped aluminum disc that curves in towards

Get a comfortable place to enjoy the open air and transform your terrace into a contemporary living space with Rome. The minimal design, in high quality materials developed for all weather, ensures many years of great time in the sun.

Use this open end module to add storage, decoration or a place to put down the coffee cup. The table section can be positioned on both sides of the module making it perfect as an end to your sofa combination or to stand alone as a lounge chair.

Rome outdoor sofa. Get a comfortable place to enjoy the open air and transform your terrace into a contemporary living space with Rome.

The minimal design, in high quality materials developed for all weather, ensures many years of great time in the sun. Use this module as a standalone lounge chair, or use it with other modules to create a comfortable sofa.

Rome outdoor sofa. Get a comfortable place to enjoy the open air and transform your terrace into a contemporary living space with Rome.

The minimal design, in high quality materials developed for all weather, ensures many years of great time in the sun. This 2 seater sofa is big on style and will perfectly fit your outdoor space. The open end is not only a beautiful design twist, it adds storage, decoration or a place to put down the coffee cup.

Rome outdoor sofa. Get a comfortable place to enjoy the open air and transform your terrace into a contemporary living space with Rome.

The minimal design, in high quality materials developed for all weather, ensures many years of great time in the sun. Use this module as a corner or at the end of your combination. The elegant armrest in FSC certified eucalyptus can be positioned in both sides.

Rome outdoor sofa. Get a comfortable place to enjoy the open air and transform your terrace into a contemporary living space with Rome.

The minimal design, in high quality materials developed for all weather, ensures many years of great time in the sun. Cosy up with your family or claim the sofa all to yourself with this roomy 3 seater sofa.

Rome outdoor sofa. Get a comfortable place to enjoy the open air and transform your terrace into a contemporary living space with Rome.

The minimal design, in high quality materials developed for all weather, ensures many years of great time in the sun. With plenty of room for the entire family, this corner sofa will be the hero of your outdoor space.

Rome outdoor sofa. Get a comfortable place to enjoy the open air and transform your terrace into a contemporary living space with Rome.

The minimal design, in high quality materials developed for all weather, ensures many years of great time in the sun. With plenty of room for the entire family, this corner sofa will be the hero of your outdoor space. The open end is not only a beautiful design twist, it adds storage, decoration or a place to put down the coffee cup.