Summary: When I moved into a new one-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn, I quickly realized that despite having a spacious layout, I still had to make the most of every square foot. The Sabai Eclipse Sleeper Sofa became the perfect centerpiece for my living space — sweetly designed, sustainable, and surprisingly spacious. The PFAS-free natural hemp fabric with yellow stripes fits my granola-meets-traditional style, and holds up to daily wear. This sofa is deep, with nontoxic, super-plush cushions made of foam and rubberized coconut fiber, making it ideal for slow mornings with coffee or movie nights that drift into sleepovers. It’s equal parts cozy and functional, so it’s easy for me to host out-of-town visitors comfortably and without fuss.

What I Love:

• Beautiful, sustainable design: Made from FSC-certified wood and nontoxic materials (like natural hemp and coconut fiber), the Eclipse feels as good for your home as it is for the planet.
• Deep, cozy comfort: The generous depth (44”) and supportive, plush cushions make it ideal for lounging, reading, or movie nights that drift into naps.
• Effortless guest setup: The pull-out sleeper transforms easily into a queen bed — no creaky springs or awkward metal frames — and guests actually sleep well on it.

Things To Note:

• White-glove delivery is worth it: Attaching the sofa sections requires strength and precision — white-glove delivery is worth the extra $140 (affordable!).
• Requires regular fluffing: Cushions develop a “lived-in” look and benefit from occasional rearranging to keep things neat.
• Compact length: At 70” long, it’s more of a sofa than a couch — better suited to small apartments or multipurpose rooms than sprawling living spaces.

There’s something uniquely satisfying about finding furniture that fits perfectly into a NYC apartment. When I moved into my new one-bedroom in Brooklyn, I knew the living room needed to work overtime. It was a large space, but I quickly realized I’d have to break it up into parts to allow for a dining table, too. With challenging dimensions, I wanted something that felt spacious and matched my super high ceilings, but could still make the most of each square foot. I wanted my couch to be a space for morning coffee, afternoon reading, late-night movies and work sessions, and the occasional overnight guest — so anything too stiff or too small wouldn’t cut it. Finding a sofa that could do it all — look interesting and beautiful, feel comfortable, and transform into a real bed when needed — felt like a small miracle.

“Finding a sofa that could do it all — look interesting and beautiful, feel comfortable, and transform into a real bed when needed — felt like a small miracle.”

The Sabai Eclipse Sleeper Sofa caught my eye for all of those reasons. The silhouette and design combined all the classic elements that I love (from piping to complementary colors) with a modern sensibility that means it fits right into my life in Brooklyn. It’s made out of sustainable, nontoxic materials you actually want to live with — and what this couch doesn’t have in length, it makes up for in depth, plus the fact that you can pull it out into a queen-sized sofa. And the way this couch pulls out is worlds away from the creaky box-spring-supported pullout couches of yesterday. Everything about the Eclipse screamed easy, breezy, and comfy. I’d found the one!

About Sabai

Founded by Phantila Phataraprasit and Caitlin Ellen in 2019, Sabai was created with a simple but ambitious goal: To make sustainable furniture that doesn’t compromise on comfort or design. The brand’s ethos centers on circularity and transparency — from using FSC-certified wood frames and recycled, nontoxic fabrics to offering a “Repair Don’t Replace” program that keeps furniture out of landfills. Every piece is made to order in the U.S., reducing waste and supporting local manufacturing. Sabai’s materials are thoughtfully sourced, too. Fabrics like recycled velvet, upcycled poly, and natural hemp are all free from flame retardants and formaldehyde, backed by OEKO-TEX certification for safety and sustainability.

“Sabai’s collection is small but considered, reflecting their ‘fewer, better things’ philosophy.”

Sabai’s collection is small but considered, reflecting their “fewer, better things” philosophy. Their Essential and Elevate lines include modular sofas, sectionals, and chairs that can adapt to different spaces and lifestyles, along with ottomans, accent pillows, and the new Eclipse Sleeper Sofa. It’s furniture built not only to look good in your home but to last — and to evolve with you, whether you’re furnishing your first apartment or creating a more sustainable home for years to come.

Choosing the design for my Eclipse Sleeper Sofa

Once I realized the Eclipse Sleeper would fit in comfortably in my living space, allowing me enough room for a dining table on the far end, I was sold. In the days following (let’s be honest, it was weeks), I mulled over which color to get. I knew immediately that the Hemp Blend would be my fabric of choice. I liked the thought of the thick, natural feel. (I’ve never been much of a velvet person, though if you are, the recycled velvet is there for you. And there’s also an upcycled poly blend, if you want something more resistant to stains and wrinkles.) Sabai’s Hemp Blend allowed for lots of fun styles: Contrasting piping, stripes this way and that, and beautiful solid colors, too. After much back and forth, I chose the Yellow Clay design with yellow stripes on the natural, undyed hemp. Safe to say: I’ve loved living with and decorating around this couch.

“Sabai’s Hemp Blend allowed for lots of fun styles: Contrasting piping, stripes this way and that, and beautiful solid colors, too.”

I was comforted knowing that whatever fabric I chose, it would have been crafted with sustainability in mind and never treated with harsh chemicals. The Eclipse’s frame is made of FSC-certified plywood, and the cushions are stuffed with high-resilience foam and rubberized coconut fiber — all to minimize environmental impact without sacrificing comfort.

Delivery and setup

Sabai makes their sleeper sofas to order, so I waited patiently for a few weeks while the couch was fabricated and shipped to me. I booked in white glove delivery, available for $315 — just a touch more expensive than the $175 standard delivery fee. Highly recommend: In fact, the movers themselves had some trouble getting enough leverage to attach the pieces of the couch together. At the very least, you’ll need two very capable bodies and minds to align the clamps! And that’s the last difficult or complicated thing you’ll have to do with the couch ever again…

Living (and sleeping!) on the Eclipse Sleeper Sofa

First thing to know: The Eclipse is a sofa, rather than a couch. The design is that of a “two-seater,” but it actually fits more like three to four for a party or a movie night. What the sofa lacks in length (it is 70” long), it makes up for in depth (an impressive 44”). There’s a lot of room on the Eclipse to shift and get cozy. When I tuck into it, I usually throw myself towards the back pillows and let the nontoxic combo of high-resiliency foam and rubberized coconut fiber catch me as I fall. I love the feeling of sinking into the thick hemp fabric and cushions.

“I love the feeling of sinking into the thick hemp fabric and cushions.”

I haven’t quite figured out my pillow game, save one tiny, vintage, stitched number. Sabai offers a coordinating lumbar pillow for $215, which could be worth it to give you more structure. Since there’s so much space, some propping up is helpful so you can get into any number of comfy positions. That said, the structure of this couch is super supportive — and I’ve never left it with the aches and pains that I’ve experienced after hours of Netflix on other couches. The Eclipse actually contours and supports, since it is built to be a bed after all!

After some sits, the couch has a “lived-in” look. I’ve found that a daily fluff keeps it looking tidy. I simply put aside the back cushions, grip the seat cushion on both sides, and shift it backward, and then replace and fluff the back supports. My space is super minimal, so it requires a cleaner look. Others might prefer to let the slouchy couch do its thing! I’d love to see this couch in an office or studio that doubles as a guest bedroom, with a perfectly messy desk. I think it has the perfect vibe for filling out a flexible second bedroom space.

“I love how the Eclipse flops down so easily — all you have to do to accommodate a guest is to pull out the bottom cushion and throw a pair of sheets on it. It takes literal seconds.”

And, the cherry on top: The queen pull-out bed! I love how the Eclipse flops down so easily — all you have to do to accommodate a guest is to pull out the bottom cushion and throw a pair of sheets on it. It takes literal seconds. No creaky metal legs, box-spring, or uncomfortable ancient mattress. My overnight guests have all raved about the sleep they got on the Eclipse. It’s worth noting that there is a noticeable ridge where the bottom of the couch meets the expanded cushion. I’ve made a point to ask my guests if it caused any issue for them, and they both emphatically said no. I can also judge by how late they both slept in, and how excited they were to tuck in again at the end of the night, that this wasn’t just a solution but a truly comfortable setup for them.

My final thoughts

Ashley D’Arcy is the Senior Editor at The Good Trade. She holds an MA in Philosophy from The New School for Social Research and has contributed to esteemed outlets such as The Nation, 032c, and Yale School of Management’s Insights where she’s leveraged her expertise in making complex ideas accessible to a broad audience. In addition to her editorial work, she is training as a psychoanalytic mental health professional and provides care to patients in New York City. Ashley also explores sustainable fashion, clean beauty, and wellness trends, combining thoughtful cultural critiques with a commitment to mindful living.