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Brand Report
Minotti Presenting – The Home Anthology Collection The 2017 collection was coordinated, like those preceding it, by Rodolfo Dordoni, but also contained some products designed by Christophe Delcourt. Drawing upon expertise gained over the years, Minotti expanded its creativity in new directions, in a layering of influences and styles, while balancing the classic and the contemporary. To transform while still staying true to the Minotti style and traditions is an objective deeply embedded in the company’s corporate values. The collection’s design goes well beyond the brilliant execution of a technical exercise and masterful craftsmanship; if anything, it is the transformation of an intuitive idea into a tangible product, one that brings vitality and form to different lifestyles and ways of inhabiting the modern home, generating interiors that evoke an atmosphere of timeless elegance.
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Jacques collection by Rodolfo Dordoni. This collection is made up of a variety of chairs, sofas and poufs all in compact proportions. The multiple seating elements allow them to thrive harmoniously in any setting – from home decor to hospitality – and to be easily paired with existing seating systems.
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Caulfield coffee table by Rodolfo Dordoni. The minimalist design of the structure is achieved through the substraction of material. It is then interpreted in two very different metal finishes – polished light gold that, with its elegant sheen, introduces a sophisticated decorative note to any setting; or black-nickel, for a more formal, understated look.
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Colette armchair by Rodolfo Dordoni. A new classic, this wired armchair takes its inspiration from the iconic period of mid-century elegance. Colette is an armchair which envisions strong hard lines and harmonises them with a gold or nickel finish, goose down padding and lush fabrics to match.
Pollock sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni. This sofa has subtle quilted motifs in the seat cushions. Coming in all of the Minotti fabric and leather options, Pollock is the quintessential sofa that will be classically modern for years to come.
Lawrence “Clan” by Rodolfo Dordoni. The versatility of the Lawrence modular seating system is seen in the variety of functional arrangements that can be created with the multiple forms. Modern texture and depth is created by geometric stitching design, which softens and adds to the casual vibe of this seating system. Idyllic in a Kiwi open plan home.
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Fil Noir armchair by Christophe Delcourt design. This chair is an example of how to equally satisfy form and function - a quest achieved by the contrasting black-nickel metal base structure with gold accents on the legs and the encasing plush core cushion structure. This chair also comes in a dining-chair alternative.
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Jacques by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
Jacques The Jacques collection includes sofas, and ottomans available in several sizes, originating from a common design seed that transforms a loosely retro figure into a symbol of contemporary style. It has a refined aesthetic that is expressed in soft curved shapes, compressed proportions and details with striking visual impact, like the metal base with light bronze finish. All of the seating elements share the enveloping lines that offer a pleasant sensation of welcoming warmth, thanks to the soft cushioning in the seats and backrests.
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Colette armchair by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
Colette Guaranteed to turn heads, this armchair takes its inspiration from the iconic period of mid-century elegance and skilfully blends experimentation in the design of shapes with sophisticated decorative taste.
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Caulfield coffee table by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
Caulfield Two new finishes – polished light gold and black-nickel – lend contemporary glamour to the family of Caulfield coffee tables. The tables come in four different sizes and coordinate beautifully with all the chairs in the collection.
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Lawrence sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
Lawrence Lawrence is the quintessential expression of bespoke design, a seating system built upon a clustering of generous yet sleek shapes that describe distinctly horizontal lines. Lawrence embraces its bold, self-assured personality and adds to it an array of pieces that make it extremely versatile and allow for the creation of multi-functional compositions that bring understated elegance to settings that reflect different tastes. Lawrence comes in two versions, with either a high or low armrest. Each one correlates to a different design aesthetic. The high armrest is thinner than the low one which, in addition to being more substantial, is the perfect place to rest the cushion in order to lie comfortably on the sofa fulfilling a relaxed “Kiwi� seating system while still maintaining its luxurious style.
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Halley armchair by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
Halley
An armchair with a boldly original design, Halley offers undeniable visual impact as well as great comfort. The enveloping shape of the backrest, the fluid lines of the support base and the choice of unique upholstery materials heightens the sculptural image of the Halley armchair.
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Fil Noir armchair by Christophe Delcourt design for Minotti
Fil Noir
The Fil Noir chairs take their name from thread – an unmistakable sign of continuity. The thread, or tube, that actually makes up the body and substance of the chair, not only outlines its silhouette, but also supports and envelops it.
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Jacques high back armchair by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
Jacques The Jacques bergère, available both with fixed or swivel base, is extremely comfortable and lends itself to the creation of spaces where relaxation is key. Elegant stitching emphasises the curved silhouette of the armchairs.
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Lou table by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
Lou
Powerfully expressive, this table draws inspiration from the fluid, organic shapes of tree trunks, true sculptures produced by nature. A masterful technique of high-end cabinetry made the creation of extremely complex curves and veneers possible.
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Lawrence bed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
Lawrence The Lawrence bed puts a contemporary spin on the classic upholstered bed, bringing back balanced proportions and adding the kind of constructive details that speak volumes about the company’s ability to deliver design and masterful craftsmanship.
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Audrey sofa by Massimo Castagna for Gallotti&Radice
Audrey
This sofa is a stand out piece among the new Gallotti&Radice range. It highlights the expression of a company who is in constant evolution and growth while maintaining their ethos. Audrey, on the inside, is a mix of different density and polyester fibres with a wooden structure. Upholstered in fabric or leather, it is seen here in velvet Ochre. There is an abundance of warm colours to choose from that complement the soft organic curve making this sofa both opulent and glamorous.
Cookies coffee table by Pietro Russo for Gallotti&Radice
Cookies
Cookies, a versatile coffee table that is obtainable in three sizes that can be combined to create a layering effect, is made with a Bianco Statuario and Nero Marquinia marble inlaid top. It is also available with a Taba Frisè white and Tanganyika black top. The structure consists of black hand-brushed anodised aluminium and bright brass.
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First sofa by Massimo Castagna for Gallotti&Radice
First Sofa
Dama, coffee table / Tetris, coffee table First modulare, sofa / Tama CrĂŠdence, sideboard Twelve, coffee table / Lou, pouf / Fante, coffee table Epsilon Sola, pendant / First, armchair Twelve-Day bed, day bed
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Gong Wooden coffee table with 15mm bevelled glass top decorated by hand with an exclusive treatment. Bright brass base.
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Metropolitan sofa by Linteloo Lab for Linteloo
Metropolitan This appealing sofa has a timeless design and includes a few surprising details, which ensures maximum comfort and creates endless possibilities. The sofa comes in different sizes and depths. Available in both fabric and leather upholstery. A variety of legs can be placed at different positions and angles underneath the sofa.
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Dune stools & table by Roderick Vos for Linteloo
Dune
“The shape of the wooden stool for Dutch brand Linteloo almost looks like a tractor seat, which has something old fashioned and genuine at the same time. I wanted to create something that sat between a saddle and a stool. A bar stool is a real artefact from our culture and people spend quite some time sitting in it. So why not make it comfortable? The stool and complementary wooden standing tables are completely made from oak wood. The Dune bar stool reminds me of something that could have been designed in the 50s; yet at the same time it looks fresh, modern and timeless.� Roderick Vos
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Ella series for Piet Boon Collection
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All about shape – the renewed 2017 Piet Boon Collection displays the studio’s fascination with shape and the intuitive process of shaping design. Drawing inspiration from within, the studio chose to use the hand-shaped Klink side table (2012) as its muse for the new collection items as well as its overarching theme. By applying the Klink’s hand-shaped contour of its legs, the studio gives new form to dimensions and rids itself from behavioural rules. Boon’s choice of colour and tactility breathes new-life into the designs. This year’s presentation colour palette is made up of a subtle interplay of tonal green, blue, yellow, pink and grey tones in combination with brilliant metallic shades of pale silver, gold/silver mélange and copper. Illustrating the timeless, elegant and subdued signature of the Piet Boon brand and Studio Piet Boon philosophy, carefully balanced dimensions, rich natural materials and textures breathe life into this year’s collection. The protagonist of the series is clearly Ella, the new and alluring rounded sofa series - organically shaped and naturally lowered, to effortlessly create an intimate social space. The elements of the Ella armchair and sofa are connected by unique solid aluminium hand-shaped legs dipped in bronze, giving it its artisanal character.
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Enriching the current living series, the Ode coffee table pays homage to the rediscovered shape by combining two generous seemingly floating layers.
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The Klink-inspired legs of the Ella series.
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A new two-seater is added to the Bo Sofa range.
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Studio Piet Boon introduced its first Piet Boon lighting object: Luna. Comprised of two metallic-coated elements, the sizeable eye-catching pendant shares the same visual language as the new furniture pieces and provides any space with extraordinary ambience.
The new generous-proportioned Olle dining table, and the smaller bistro table, are the first table designs to not have a head to the table, enabling users to sit intuitively and making everyone equally important.
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Design Digest
Progetti 30 Giorgetti The Progetti collection was first created in 1987. 30 years later, Giorgetti presents a new interpretation of the iconic collection Progetti Pure, a Certified Limited Edition exclusive to 2017. With the beech structure left voluntarily in view, it is the most representative model of Giorgetti’s passion and knowledge of wood. The veining of pure hardwood stands out and the natural imperfections of the raw material turn into formal perfection in the finished product. Combined with leather, the wood brings a unique, unmistakable and perfect design to life.
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Beatrix designed by Shinsaku Miyamoto for Ritzwell
Beatrix
This armchair has a high backrest that seems to coax you into taking time out to relax, gradually releasing your tensions and soothing your fatigue. It is a product of Shinsaku Miyamoto’s creative genius. The Japanese traditional craftsmanship and ethos can be seen in the smooth lines, the beauty of the natural materials and minimal design. Beatrix comes in a successful mix of materials: wood, leather and textiles. Its cushions, delicately embracing your body, evenly distribute the weight of your legs. The overall sensation is that of natural warmth, inspired by human instincts and emotions, created through refined shapes of undeniable beauty, with materials made even finer by the passing of time.
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Designer Report
Shinsaku Miyamoto Miyamoto was born in 1978 in the Fukuoka prefecture, Japan. After obtaining his degree in Architecture at Kyushu Sangyo University, he worked for Hida-Takayama, a well-known wood furniture manufacturer. While travelling around Italy on his own, at the age of 25, he took a training course at a classical production workshop in Meda. Back in Japan, he began a very personal interpretive path. He is presently Creative Director at Ritzwell, where the goal is creating furniture that speaks to the people’s heart.
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Tom Dixon
The Veterans The visionary re-launched three iconic collectors’ items. Re-engineered, recoloured and reinvigorated. Initially manufactured in Tom’s London metal workshop many moons ago, the Veterans include: S Chair, Bird Chaise Lounge, Pylon Chair and Jack Lamp. The futuristic silhouettes feel just as fresh today as they did yesterday. From Left: S Chair, Bird Chaise Lounge, Pylon Chair
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Brand Report
Moooi: A Life Extra– ordinary Eccentric but curated – Moooi presented ‘A Life Extraordinary’ at this year’s fair exploring the worlds of interiors in this year’s presentation. The installation consisted of different areas which all had their own functional appearance reflecting their ideas around interior settings from residential to commercial. With hospitality in mind Moooi created an atmosphere of extraordinary attention and dedication and literally invited people to come closer to inspect their hotel, reception and home stages. Showing in Milan alongside Moooi’s new product lines was a collaboration with photographer Levon Biss. His Microsculpture series showed an incredible eye for detail and exceptional quality. This series of beautifully-lit, high magnification portraits captured the microscopic form of insects from the collections of the Oxford University Museum of Natural History. In striking high-resolution Biss provided the viewer a unique opportunity to study and appreciate this hidden world of beauty. The images provided a vivid background immersing the viewer into Moooi’s A Life Extraordinary.
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Valentine Flat suspended by Marcel Wanders / Amami sofa by Lorenza Bozzoli / Kubrick carpet by Kit Miles
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Moooi launched over 20 new designs and product extensions this year in Milan, where novelties by Maarten Baas, Joost van Bleiswijk, Luca Nichetto, Bertjan Pot, Frank Tjepkema, Rick Tegelaar, Edward van Vliet and Marcel Wanders were on show. Crafted from designers’ dreams, the new range of furniture and lighting designs raises the bar of sophistication and comfort to the next level. Inspired by a historical ship that dominated the Mediterranean waterways for centuries, the Canal chair by Luca Nichetto resembles the bow of a boat and displays striking compositions of matching or contrasting textiles.
Moooi Carpets completed the scene with the highly decorative patterns we have come to expect, many produced in broadloom to extend from wall to wall. This year Moooi Carpets invited renowned British textile designer Kit Miles and American artist Neal Peterson for the creation of a number of sensational new carpet designs. They were admired in their full glory, together with new signature broadloom and rug designs by Edward van Vliet, Marcel Wanders and Noortje van Eekelen.
The famous Broadloom collection and the Container table collided and the floral textile found itself dressing the table’s legs, creating an illusion between carpet and table.
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Canal chair by Luca Nichetto / Container Dress table by Marcel Wanders
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Filigree Floor lamp by Rick Tegelaar / Canvas sofa by Marcel Wanders / Paper side table by Studio Job / Cocktail chair by Marcel Wanders / Biophillia Broadloom Slate carpet by Kit Miles
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Brand Report
Magis Magis created an exhibition centred around a museum-like concept expressed comprehensibly through light structures and coloured zones. Together with the continuing story of a number of their successful collections, such as Officina, Brut and Bureaurama, Magis presented brand-new products: Sequoia, the table MilĂ , Masks by sculptor Benedetta Mori Ubaldini and Leaves prints by artist Blaise Drummond.
An Animal Farm cocktail party was held on the Tuesday to celebrate the exhibition curated by Konstantin Grcic and the designs he has developed with Magis. Designers and clients were hosted to a magical night of Magis.
Designers signing the Magis Mule to commemorate the occasion.
Ettore, the mule, determined and strong, yet loveable and playful, just like Magis.
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Milà by Jaime Hayón. In a display of Mila table variations, this elegant and versatile table is alive with expressivity and motion. It features an angled tubular steel frame, with die-cast details and a range of different tops and sizes.
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Chair One by Konstantin Grcic. 2017 brought in a new colours release in the signature geometric Chair One structure.
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Officina by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec. This year saw a new chapter in the captivating story that is Officina, with the presentation of a two-seater bench and a collection of upholstered pieces all featuring the distinctive wrought iron structure. Officina brings the allure of a raw material handed down through the centuries – alive, with those slight imperfections that make each item in this collection unique, with a profoundly refined and elegant spirit.
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Little Big by Big-Game. Little Big chair is for kids from 2-6 years old in the kindergarten or at home. It is the combination of a light, comfortable plastic shell with sturdy, stable wooden feet. The chair grows with the children, thanks to a simple system that allows the chair to be adjusted to three different heights. Displayed here with Blaise Drummond’s Leaves prints.
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Brut by Konstantin Grcic. The name Brut speaks of raw, untreated matter, but it equally calls to mind the lightness of sparkling wine. In addition to the tables and benches presented last year, the collection now expands to include a sofa with a cast iron frame and a fabric seat and back, a product that expresses refinement and elegance, qualities inherent to this project as a whole.
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Designer Report
Konstantin Grcic Since setting up his own practice, Konstantin Grcic Industrial Design (KGID), in Munich in 1991, he has developed furniture, products and lighting for some of the leading companies in the design field. Konstantin Grcic defines function in human terms, combining strict forms with considerable mental acuity and humour. Each of his products expresses a careful research into the history of design and architecture, and his passion for technology and materials. Known for his pared-down pieces, Grcic is often called a minimalist, but the designer himself prefers to speak of simplicity. Many of his products have received international design awards, such as the prestigious Compasso d`Oro for his ‘Mayday lamp’ (Flos) in 2001 and his ‘Myto chair’ (Plank) in 2011. Works by Konstantin Grcic are part of the permanent collections of the world’s most important design museums (including MoMA/New York and Centre Georges Pompidou/Paris).
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Brut by Konstantin Grcic for Magis
Brut
“The starting point for this project was a specific manufacturing method: the production of cast iron, a material that combines great strength with a heavy weight. Cast iron performs well under compression, which is why it is used as a structural material for building bridges and, on a scale closer to furniture production, as a base for heavy machinery. It is this use of cast iron that has inspired the Brut collection. Its designs are reminiscent of the material’s typical industrial uses, and apply the communicative codes of that world to the realm of contemporary furniture; those of a solid, uncompromising material. The name Brut speaks of raw, untreated matter, but it equally calls to mind the lightness of sparkling wine. In addition to the tables and benches presented last year, the collection now expands to include a sofa with a cast iron frame and a fabric seat and back, a product that expresses refinement and elegance, qualities inherent to this project as a whole.” Konstantin Grcic
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Brut by Konstantin Grcic
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Officina by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Magis
Officina “Italian design and traditional craftsmanship are harmoniously combined in the Magis Officina collection, which explores a new creative language through the ancient fabrication process that is iron forging. Throughout history, this technique has been used to create an infinite number of everyday objects and decorative artefacts. The products in this collection feature a typical wrought iron finish that makes them living design objects, and their distinctly industrial feel is guaranteed to create interesting contrasts in any setting. This year we see a new chapter in this captivating story, with the presentation of a two-seater bench and a collection of upholstered pieces (armchair, ottoman, two-and three-seat sofas) all featuring the distinctive wrought iron structure, once again bringing the allure of a raw material handed down through the centuries; alive, with those slight imperfections that make each item in this collection unique, with a profoundly refined and elegant spirit.� Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec
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Officina chair by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec
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Officina 3-seater sofa by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec
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Designer Report
Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec Dubbed France’s most talented duo, constantly developing entirely original products – Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec are proof that two heads are better than one. Though sibling spats must be common, they best develop ideas through mutual discussion and dialogue, allowing both to analyse the tiniest details more rigorously and push each other to go further, and nothing leaves their studio until both sign off on it. Since 1999 both brothers have worked together as joint partners in their own Paris-based design studio. Their work ranges from small utilitarian objects to architectural projects. In addition to the design of domestic and office furniture, vases, porcelain dishware, jewellery and diverse home accessories, a primary focus of their work is the design and organisation of interior space.
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Sign designed by Giuliano Cappelletti for Emmemobili
Sign
The Sign chair collection is now enriched by new elements – a low armchair or mini sofa. They are timeless pieces suitable for any living need, residential or commercial, joining design and comfort. This wraparound, comfortable seat is covered with leather or fabric and has a chromed steel or brass base.
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Ufo designed by Ferruccio Laviani for Emmemobili
Ufo
The series of Ufo tables, characterised by its elegant and evergreen oval or round design, is offered in many versions and matching finishes. Also available with a built in Lazy Susan, with a swivelling wooden toptray balancing on top.
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Evo table by Ferruccio Laviani for Emmemobili
Evo
A table with firm design, half classical and carved by hand, the other a modern minimal style made by combining old and modern woodcraft. The table is sandblasted to remove the soft part of the veneer, creating a rich and smooth effect, and then finished with brushed brass or steel insets.
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Hubert by Ferruccio Laviani for Emmemobili
Hubert Hubert’s front is made with an alternation of wood and burnished brass. This modulation makes its style very contemporary, sophisticated and creates great visual appeal. Furthermore, the same detail is used to embellish the base and, with the slimness of the case, defines its modern look.
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Huma designed by Mario Ruiz for Expormim
Huma
Discover the many faces of Huma – The inventor of the first swivel chair was Thomas Jefferson. Yes, the very same Thomas Jefferson who was the third President of the United States. The year was 1775. He took an English-style Windsor chair and connected its top and bottom by using a central iron spindle, enabling the seat to swivel on wheels similar to those of sash windows. If Jefferson did it with a wooden chair, why not give rattan a chance. And so Expormim did. They chose Huma, the distinctive shell-shaped armchair designed by Mario Ruiz, they imagined all the different possibilities. Could they add a rotary system, solid wooden legs or metal legs? It passed the exam with flying colours. Six different versions emerged from the primitive design, all of them capable of seamless integration in modern work environments, either at the office or at home. Huma thus unfolds its transformative potential and reveals itself as our most chameleonic piece to date.
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Sherazade Slide by Piero Lissoni for Glas Italia
Sherazade Slide
At Salone del Mobile, Glas Italia presented stunning products that displayed the outcome of the latest technical challenges. It continues to flourish as a leader in glassware interiors, offering products created by new technologies with the re-adoption of style processes and handcrafted skills. A perfect example of their innovation is the Sherazade Slide door, characterised by great elegance and attention to detail. The monolithic 6Â mm or laminated 3+3 mm thick tempered glass is inserted by means of a seal in the centre of the aluminum frame, which is supplied in four different finishes.
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Liquefy designed by Patricia Urquiola for Glas Italia
Liquefy
Urquiola reveals high and low oval-shaped tables in tempered extralight glass, with faded and irregular decoration, which takes on the colour and veins of marble. The surprising image-changing effect makes the veining look dynamic and variable depending on the viewpoint. Available in two different colours, one with green hues and the other one with pink-beige hues. The decoration is enclosed by a coordinated colour frame painted on the glass perimeter.
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Liquefy by Patricia Urquiola.
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Designer Report
Patricia Urquiola Patricia Urquiola is a multidisciplinary Spanish architect and designer. Although she was born in Spain, she now lives and works in Milan where she runs Studio Urquiola. Urquiola has worked with a large proportion of the great design brands, including Alessi, Antares-Flos, Cappellini, Cassina, Emu, Kartell, B&B, Bosa, Molteni & C., Moroso, Glas Italia and Knoll. Urquiola does not commit to a specific style. Instead, she aims to evoke people’s emotions and trigger associations by combining styles, shapes and references, re-interpreting them and giving them a new lease of life. It is no wonder that what matters to her is people’s desire to spontaneously touch her designs.
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Inside ECC Outdoor Report. Inside Out at Salone del Mobile. Milano XVII.
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Brand Report
Minotti The Minotti outdoor ‘Home Anthology Collection’, like the indoors, presents a fluid aesthetic language that finds its voice in the choice of exclusive materials and surprising combinations: wood, stone, glass, fabrics and leather – with amazing textures and colours that kindle feelings of warmth. The collection maintains a balance between Minotti’s classic and contemporary style while upholding expert craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Florida sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni / Halley outdoor chair and pouf by Rodolfo Dordoni Caulfield Outdoor coffee table by Rodolfo Dordoni. The Caulfield coffee table is now available in an outdoor version with an innovative combination of materials. The airy metal structure comes in a palette of eye-catching colours – clay, sunflower, khaki green and rust. The top is in Pietra del Cardoso stone, with a brushed finish.
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Florida Outdoor sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni. Florida is a formal clustering of soft, geometric shapes outlined in outdoor-friendly eco-leather piping, and comes in four fabric colours – inspired by the colours of nature, as well as in more vivid hues. The variety of pieces available allows for the creation of multiple compositions that meet the increasingly widespread demand for spaces that are more intimate and cosy, as well as areas for social gatherings, even in outdoor settings.
Colette Outdoor armchair by Rodolfo Dordoni. Colette Outdoor is an armchair with an enveloping shape that comes in an unexpected combination of innovative materials and colours designed to inject a spark of vitality and energy into outdoor living.
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Van Dyck table and Aston Cord Outdoor chair by Rodolfo Dordoni. A table whose sculptural design has made it an icon of Minotti style is now available in an outdoor version with an intriguing assortment of materials. Positioned with the Aston Cord chair that radiates style and elegance, this dining arrangement allows the conversation to continue between indoors and outdoors.
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Farniente hammock by Bestetti Associati for Paola Lenti
Farniente
Chords is the 2017 theme for the Paola Lenti outdoor collection – products revealing tracks, intangible counterpoints and creations that hold the balance between energy and grace. Textile colours are vibrant and often juxtaposed with thick tactile textures. As always, Paola Lenti proves that your outdoor space should be a symphony of colour.
Spezie poufs by Marella Ferrera for Paola Lenti
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Hida outdoor rug by CRS Paola Lenti
Hida The outdoor rugs introduced this year by Paola Lenti mark a new milestone in the evolution of their high tech collection. Hida is entirely woven by hand with groups of several threads creating strips with a width of 100 cm each. The strips are sewn together lengthwise and the junction is then finished with an embroidery executed with the same yarn in the same colour.
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Amable by Victor Carrasco for Paola Lenti
Amable A stackable outdoor chair that comes in a wide range of vibrant or neutral colours. An independent covering is made of Paola Lenti’s signature Rope cord sewn with a spiral-like pattern that enhances the comfort of the chair. Structure is made of varnished stainless steel; the shell is in molded plastic.
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Gea beach lounger by Chi Wing Lo for Giorgetti
Gea
This tranquil beach lounger is part of Giorgetti’s first outdoor collection. It has a protected stainless steel frame, powder painted, with wheels on the head which makes it easy to move. The top is in birch plywood and Abonos oak veneer. The lounger’s backrest can be adjusted to four different incline positions and three for the footrest making it easily adjustable for your reclining pleasure.
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Apsara by Ludovica + Roberto Palomba for Giorgetti
Apsara
Apsara boosts tranquillity. The fusion of natural materials, form and colour generates harmony with mother nature. The plush modular seating system is available in two depths with a base in protected aluminium, powder painted in carob colour, alternated with afromosia wooden slates. The upholstery is completely removable with piping in water-proof eco-leather. Small round, square and rectangle tables in steel with multiple top options are available to be fixed to the base frame, the ideal resting place for your book or summer drink of choice.
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Anne table and Niek fauteuil by Piet Boon Collection
Anne / Niek The sleek detailing of the Anne table makes it a timeless addition to any outdoor living space – solid and durable for stylish dining. Available in three sizes and in a high or low version, the Anne table adapts to any contemporary outdoor lifestyle. Pair it with the Niek seating options. The soft yet sturdy Niek fauteuil brings a relaxed elegance to outdoor living. In combination with the Anne outdoor dining table, the fauteuil transforms into a laidback dining solution.
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Falcata dining table by Lievore Altherr Molina for Expormim
Falcata
The sinuous silhouette of the table somewhat implies its name recalling a distant past as well as a tradition, which is always a starting point for innovation. Like Japanese letters, its elegance is based upon the balance between simplicity and delicateness. Each of its elements has been carefully studied in order to get a purer aesthetic and a harmonious structure which, however large (it can measure up to 3 metres long), still feels substantially light.
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SER R A LUNGA
Cassero pot by Patricia Urquiola for Serralunga
Cassero Cassero an Italian building term was used to name these striking vases because inspiration came from concrete moulds. Thinking concrete formworks, the Spanish designer developed several shapes that have a rough concrete effect on the exterior surface that occurs when pulled out of their moulds. Not just for outdoor spaces, Cassero vases are designed also for indoor.
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Zidiz Collection by Kris Van Puyvelde for Royal Botania
Zidiz
These dignified chairs are fabricated with a thin aluminium sheet, shaped into a minimalist seat hung into a warm organically-shaped teak frame. It doesn’t sound like a perfect marriage, but Zidiz proves that is does look like one. When the stackable chairs are placed around the matching table, framed with either a smoothly curved Corian or glass top, you will find the combination heavenly.
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Zenhit by Kris Van Puyvelde for Royal Botania
Zenhit
Indulge in the Zenhit collection – a refined, luxurious outdoor modular lounge setting. With understated elegance, this functional family comes in a range of sofas, armchairs, tables, foot stools and sun loungers; multiple options to suit numerous outdoor areas large or small.
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