Button tufted upholstery is well known thanks to the classic chesterfield and popular mid-century styles. But its linear cousin — channel tufting — is the latest trend in embellished upholstery. Furniture with channels stitched into it definitely isn’t new. The look was popular in Art Deco style furniture and rose up again in the ’70s. If you’re looking to add texture and trend to your home, channel tufted pieces are the perfect choice.