The tailored classic
Basel
A clean, sophisticated tight back for a refined, structured look. Our enduringly popular take on the English roll arm.
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English Roll Arm Sofas, Made Your Way.
A timeless British classic. Handcrafted in America. Customized for you.
Five distinctive designs, a remarkable range of sizes and configurations, and fabrics and leathers to make each piece your own. Built by Roger + Chris, America's specialists in English roll arm sofas.
(Shown: Our Tilly sofa in Como Cadet cotton velvet.)
The collection
Five takes on a timeless classic.
Some brands might offer one English roll arm. We've got five. Tailored, pillow-backed, extra plush, tufted, or elegantly curved: there's more than one way to add English elegance to your home.
The relaxed classic
Blythe
Soft, inviting back pillows boost comfort and bring casual country house spirit for the perfect blend of design and decadence.
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The extra-plush option
Tilly
Fetching blind tufting and statement welt bring style. A generously cushioned seat brings an even cozier feel.
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The tufted statement
Alfie
Traditional diamond tufting adds distinguished character to a familiar form.
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The English camelback
Margot
A graceful camelback silhouette paired with an English roll arm. Sophisticated, comfortable, and easier to fit into your home.
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(Shown: Our Basel sofa in Como Sunnyside cotton velvet.)
Made to order
Your sofa. Your size. Your style.
Finding an English roll arm sofa is just the first step. Finding one that's just right for your room is another story. We make each piece to order, so you can customize your piece to perfectly fit your space and personality.
Sizes & depths
Choose proportions that work for your room and the way you sit. With numerous seat depths and even the ability to adjust seat height, our customization abilities are unmatched.
More than sofas
We build chairs, loveseats, sectionals, chaises, sleeper sofas, and matching ottomans.
Fabric & leather
From quiet neutrals to unapologetically bold colors. We offer an industry-leading range of colors, including numerous performance-focused lines to survive spills and wear.
Finishing details
Every piece can be made with your choice of cushion configuration, leg style and color, and custom options like applied nail head trim, contrasting welt, skirts, and more.
(Shown: Our Blythe sectional in Shelter Cream linen.)
Built to last
Beautiful on the outside. Even better on the inside.
We make our build our furniture from scratch in Hickory, North Carolina, with sturdy all-lumber frames, skilled upholstery, and craftsmanship intended to provide durability and comfort for the long haul.
Our sofas are sturdier, heavier, and more conscientiously crafted than the other brands. Lots of sofas are pretty. Ours are pretty tough, too.
(Shown: Chris attempts to lift one of our hand-made Basel frames.)
Made in America
English style. North Carolina craftsmanship.
The English roll arm has a long history, but sofas today just aren't built like they used to be. That's why we started Roger + Chris — to create made-to-order pieces with the kind of craftsmanship that's long gone from most factories.
Unlike almost every furniture brand you've seen, we own and operate our own production facilities, build our own frames, and control every step of the manufacturing process to deliver results our team can be proud of.
(Shown: Our frame shop has been in continuous operation for decades. On the back wall are just a fraction of the template pieces we use for hand-cutting each sofa frame. Yes, we use those vintage roller carts every day.)
Common questions
English roll arm sofa FAQs
What is an English roll arm sofa?
A traditional sofa style known for its low, shapely arms and elegant silhouette. Back styles and seat proportions vary by design.
Are English roll arm sofas comfortable?
Our versions are. Choose from tailored tight backs, relaxed pillow backs, and extra-plush designs depending on how you like to sit (or sprawl, or nap...).
Can I order an English roll arm sectional?
You can! We have hundreds of sectional configurations for our English roll arm profiles. You can see some of our available sectional configurations here. Give us a shout and we can help you create the right layout for your home.
Do you make English roll arm sleeper sofas?
Yes. We can integrate sleeper units into sofas and sectionals in twin, full, and queen sizes. Contact us to confirm which sizes work with your preferred model.
Can I customize the size and color?
That's what we do. Each model is available in a bunch of sizes and depths, well over a thousand fabric and leather choices, customization options like number of cushions and leg style, and more. Matching ottomans, armchairs, swivels, customer-supplied material? You betcha. Exact options vary by model.
Where are Roger + Chris sofas made?
We build our furniture in Hickory, North Carolina. Our factory. Our frame shop. Our upholsterers. No shenanigans.
Need help getting started?
Expert guidance from the English roll arm sofa specialists.
Overwhelmed by options? Unsure of the right style, size, or color? Don't panic — you aren't on your own. We've consulted with thousands of customers to design the perfect piece. We're here to help you, too.
