The WAWA Sofa Collection is designed by Richard Ward. Each sofa is handmade to order, and upholstered with great care and attention to detail using the best of both modern and traditional materials. Contemporary fabric collections are on display in the showroom and samples can be mailed on request.
Richard's unique approach to the furniture design and manufacture process is what has attracted so many loyal customers over the years. Offering a personalised service to each customer, from initial consultation all the way through to delivery, all Wawa sofas are made in London by a dedicated, highly skilled team of furniture makers.
Richard's unique approach to the furniture design and manufacture process is what has attracted so many loyal customers over the years. Offering a personalised service to each customer, from initial consultation all the way through to delivery, all Wawa sofas are made in London by a dedicated, highly skilled team of furniture makers.
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Yellow Dorothee Sofa with bolster cushions. Traditionally made solid beech frame, duck feather cushion with foam core and hand tied springs. Designer Richard Ward's innovative style blends cool modern and timeless classic while remaining keenly focused on comfort and function. WAWA displays a constantly evolving range of striking seating designs, all custom made in the UK.
At we offer a unique bespoke service that allows you to choose to upholster your sofa in a fabric of your choice. We pride ourselves on working closely with amazing fabric companies, from small local businesses like Bute in the Scottish Isles to large well known brands. Yellow Dorothee Sofa with bolster cushions.
Reviews (6)
Kate Appleyard
Dec 03, 2016
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We have recently revamped our lounge and I wanted something really special. We purchased 3 pieces of original and stylish furniture and I am so happy with the end result. Richard and Alex helped us pick the fabric, style and dimensions in a really interested way. We are on to our next project now and will definitely be back for more.
Angela Deviatova
Sep 23, 2016
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I ordered my original bay sofa 7 or so years ago, it couldn't have been more perfect. Richard, the founder of Wawa, is one of the nicest people I've had the pleasure of meeting. He made the choosing process very easy providing options that fitted my criteria and beyond. I recently had my sofa reupholstered by Richard, because only his magic touch would do! We opted for a lemon yellow fabric by Kvadrat - I've since had people begging me to sell my sofa! Flawless, flawless service. I even had fabric swatches delivered to my temporary address in Beirut, Lebanon! Now, if you, like me, care about customer
John Charlesworth
Jul 04, 2016
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I had been looking for a designer sofa for a few months, something that was understated but stylish and unique. I wasn’t interested in an ‘off the shelf’ sofa, I wanted to put my stamp on the office and it was only when I was introduced to Richard Ward’s designs and Wawa that I felt I had found the right one. I opted for the Yasmin Doppio and couldn’t have chosen better. The build is exceptional, the design beautiful and feel and comfort superb. Many thanks to Richard for his patience, advice and quality product, I look forward to purchasing a new addition soon.
Tessa Garland
Jun 08, 2016
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Yasmin Halima
Jun 05, 2016
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It started with an idea. A dream to design my own modular sofa. But I had no technical knowledge and a tight budget. From the first meeting, Richard helped me think through options, fabrics, colours, why something was a good or bad idea. Richard and his expert team stayed involved throughout the process, asking questions, letting me see and feel each piece as it took shape. That was 14 years ago. The style remains as fresh today, the construction robust.
I can only hope I continue to age as gracefully as my furniture.
I can only hope I continue to age as gracefully as my furniture.
Arabella G.
Nov 09, 2008
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Wawa's East London showroom, located on Ezra Street just a stone's throw away from Columbia Road makes a welcome change from identikit Ikea furniture and the sometimes boring simplicity of much modern design.
Selling a variety of furniture, Wawa's speciality is its selection of contemporary sofas, designed by Richard Ward, a trained sculptor who turned his hand to furniture design almost twenty years ago.
At once thoroughly contemporary and evocative of designs past, Wawa's sofas come upholstered in a range of acid bright textiles and a plethora of shapes ranging from the
Selling a variety of furniture, Wawa's speciality is its selection of contemporary sofas, designed by Richard Ward, a trained sculptor who turned his hand to furniture design almost twenty years ago.
At once thoroughly contemporary and evocative of designs past, Wawa's sofas come upholstered in a range of acid bright textiles and a plethora of shapes ranging from the
