1978 High Back Sofa

Classic design, ultimate support

Blending timeless aesthetics with modern innovation, the 1978 Sofa is a high back iteration of the best-selling 1977 Sofa. Designed for full-body support, the curved modular sofa design offers exceptional comfort and adapts to suit any lifestyle.

Grounded in the iconic heritage of the original King Living sofa from the seventies, the 1978 Sofa features advanced craftsmanship and materials, while staying true to the classic silhouette.

Modular Sofa

Modern modular sofa

Reconfigure the individual sofa modules to perfectly suit your evolving lifestyle. Customise with removable, modular armrests for added support.

High back comfort

Unlike traditional high back sofas that can appear heavy and overwhelm a room, refined curves and contours offer a sophisticated look that suits contemporary spaces.

Machine washable covers

Available in choice of premium fabrics, tailored covers can be removed for machine washing or replaced for a new seasonal look.

Flexible Design

Design your perfect configuration

Reconfigure the individual sofa modules to perfectly suit your evolving lifestyle and space. Customise with removable, modular armrests for added support.

Build your own custom 1978 High Back Sofa.

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King Difference

Engineered for comfort and support

Every King Living Sofa is crafted with a King Steel Frame and Postureflex® Seating System for a lifetime of comfort.

King Steel Frame

Precision-engineered for durability, the steel frame provides a robust and flexible foundation, accommodating endless configurations with ease.

Postureflex® Seating System

Inspired by luxury European cars' sophisticated steel suspension systems, the innovative design ensures exceptional comfort and optimal support.

25 Year Steel Frame Warranty

Backed by a 25 year guarantee, the steel frame is the strong foundation that ensures your sofa will last a lifetime.

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Award winning design

Renowned for full-body support, versatility, and quality, the 1978 High Back Sofa won a prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD and Red Dot Design Award in 2025 for its exceptional product design.

"This achievement is a testament to the strength of our in-house Australian design team and their relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation." - David King, Founder