A selection of the most innovative products for the contract sector by international brands

Design Inspirations

HUT | MARCO LAVIT | ETHIMO

Hut is a shell that speaks of regeneration, thanks to an architectural structure formed by wooden staves (Accoya®), similar in form to a tepee, combined with inserts and details in metal. An elegant, sheltering structure that allows air to pass, embracing a soft padded circular seat, also with an opening at the top to observe the sky when lying down. Hut can also be flexible, adapting to needs of privacy and rest: it can be moved and adjusted, without being fastened to the ground. The unit comes in a height of 320 cm and a diameter of 300 cm, and can be personalized with cushions and a curtain that allows users to close the ‘nest’ for protection against direct sunlight.

EUFOLIA | MARCEL WANDERS | NATUZZI

The new collection comes to life within the Circle of Harmony, a physical and virtual meeting place, an inclusive space for participation and comparison between different design interpretations of the brand’s DNA. Eufolia is a modular seating system which, with its elegant and minimal design, evokes the lightness of one of the most characteristic elements of the Apulian landscape: the olive leaf. Marcel Wanders imagined a compact sofa in which the slightly flared design of the armrests and backrests gives the project a welcoming aesthetic, while responding to the need for multifunctional living areas with limited dimensions. The table tops that can be integrated between the seats amplifying modularity of the sofa, which is available from two seats to the sectional. The base is made of glossy black metal.

NARA COLLECTION | DAVID DOOLCINI | PORADA

The new Nara night table and chest of drawers have been designed by David Dolcini as an extension of the Kanto collection, already featuring the Chiba coffee tables and Saitama consoles. The new pieces feature a black lacquered aluminium frame and a body in canaletta walnut, available in three finishes – natural, darker mocha and the almost black wenge. The designs have beautiful proportions and rounded edges to soften the design, whilst handy drawers add functionality.

JAVA, MARTINIQUE, LOLLIPOP, CUBA LIBRE AND VIBRATIONS | RUBELLI

The 2021 collection presents 5 new eco-sustainable fabrics: Java, Martinique, Lollipop, Cuba Libre and Vibrations, all made with an innovative bio-sourced fibre and with an eco-viscose weft. Bio-sourced fibre (PAE, eco polyamide) describes a yarn produced from biological extracts of castor beans. The castor bean plant is non-comestible and grows wild in arid and semi-arid areas. A fully renewable resource, it does not require large quantities of water nor does it take away land which can be cultivated for food purposes. Eco viscose (VIE on labels) refers to a viscose fibre obtained from sustainable pulp and wood in that taken from responsibly managed forests. This viscose, produced with a significantly lower consumption of fossil energy and water compared to generic viscose, meets high environmental standards throughout its life cycle.

TIMGAD | ETRO HOME INTERIORS

A refined allure, exotic details and a delicate colour palette are the salient features of The Intimate Suite, the new home environment of ETRO Home Interiors. The protagonist of the bedroom is the Timgad bed, whose name evokes the splendour of an ancient Algerian city, the backdrop of a story in which exotic inspirations encounter the intrinsic sartorial vocation, art and expert craftsmanship of the brand. Characterized by an impacting cane headboard, the bed is fitted with mobile panels equipped with a fabric covered reading lamp, with the further option of inserting shelves with compartments and clothes hooks, to create a personalized environment.

CLARA | CHRISTOPHE DELCOURT | BAXTER

The 2021 collection takes inspiration from the world of art, fashion, design and architecture, a mix of influences with the same research on colour and a less formal idea of spaces. The most innovative project is signed by Christophe Delcourt, through the development of organic forms that fit together. Clara is a modular sofa made up of numerous elements that combine to create seating compositions made of interlocking voids and solids as well as concave and convex curves; the main feature is that of a “broken up” living room. The Delcourt collection is completed by strongly sculptural elements such as Fany, with an artistic glass top and legs in Roman Travertine and leather, the armchair and pouf Keren, and the Beki poufs, recalling the shape of stones.

TESSA | ANTONIO CITTERIO | FLEXFORM

The very concept of Tessa reflects all the ingenuity of a structure in polished mahogany, with seat and back in cowhide and refined stitching on the back. The cowhide and wood have been selected to meet the highest standards of quality and sustainability. The excellence of the materials and the working processes have an impact not only on the durability of Tessa, which brings lower environmental impact, but also on its timeless aesthetic.

BIGFOOT® | PROTEK

The patented modular retractable sliding system, is 100% Made in Italy and unique all over the world. It can be integrated inside the wall during the design and renovation of the building, adjacent to an existing or independent and self-supporting wall. It is available in two versions: Architectural for the covering in plasterboard sheets or similar and Interior, for the covering in wainscoting or rigid panels. Available in different colours and finishes (aluminium, HPL laminate and Fenix), it offers many modules, from the more traditional shoe racks, bookcases, tables, beds, pantries, closets, up to more “smart” ones with bar furniture, elements for fitness or entertainment.

SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE | FRENCH DOOR

The integrated refrigerator with French Door features one of the most versatile interior spaces in its class and interiors in glass and stainless steel. The double-door refrigerator is equipped with three shelves illuminated by the True-View™ LED system, two drawers with telescopic guides and soft closing and 6 removable ABS balconies on the doors. The convertible drawer is extremely versatile and can be set like the refrigerator or freezer, or independently regulated to four different temperatures: -1°C (meat and fish); 1°C (fresh drinks); 3°C (gastronomy refrigerator); 5°C (chilled wine). The freezer drawer has an integrated auto ice-maker with a capacity of up to 2.3 kg of ice cubes. The French Door is equipped with two independent Linear Inverter compressors that ensure excellent performance, reliability and silence at the highest levels. Each compartment is electronically managed by a dedicated evaporator.

SAINT-GERMAIN | JEAN MARIE MASSAUD POLIFORM

Westside, Mondrian and Bellport are now followed by Saint-Germain, as a proposal for the living room in 2021, an upholstered furniture system with sinuous, sensual forms. As in the previous iconic collections by Jean Marie Massaud, the modular approach is wide ranging, with an accent on comfort: islands of extreme relaxation, composed of multiple elements. The stylistic plot changes, however, since Saint-Germain stands out for soft roundness in all the modules of the series; an enveloping nature that creates linear sofas, L-shaped configurations or organic compositions. This is a novel concept with respect to the more rigorous linear approach usually applied by the French designer, emphasized even in the coverings, in fabric or leather, that frame the full volumes.

LUN UP EVO | DEAN SKIRA | IGUZZINI

The main function of Lun Up Evo, designed by Dean Skira, is to let light out only where needed and to be virtually invisible. The light accompanies the object’s shape and creates a grazing effect suitable for any height. Patented OptiBeam optical technology ensures maximum visual comfort. Two distributions with Flood and Wide-Flood optics. Lun-Up Evo also sums up technology and reliability: the body is in high performance PPS (polyphenylene sulphide) thermoplastic material, with stainless steel screws, silicone gaskets, output cable with water stop system and IP68 connectors.

MAYA ORO | ALBERTO MINOTTI | MINOTTICUCINE

First made in 2004 in stone and light burnished aluminum, born of the genius of Alberto Minotti, 17 years later Maya is once again confirming its iconic style tied to a cool material, with a new minimalist and particularly refined look, now with the doors in a 24k gold finish, achieved through masterful treatment. Its extremely clean lines and design far beyond the passing whims of fashions make Maya embody the idea of “visual silence,” a concept at the foundation of monotticucine products, which makes any element that could be eliminated an element too much that would disrupt the kitchen’s linearity.

LE RIGHE | ITLAS

Created as the outcome of regeneration of production scrap from other processes, the Ecos sustainable circular economy collections offer unique aesthetic impact, as well as being ecological, stable, and resistant as in the offerings for paneling. Le Righe, produced with planks in two layers (industrial oak on the visible part, with backing in birch plywood), are available in a single width of 200 mm, with length varying from 900 to 1700 mm and thickness of 24 mm; and Le Righe Fineline (combining industrial oak and laminate) produced on a flexible panel measuring 5x1260x2580 mm. For vertical facings of rhythmical elegance and natural geometric appeal.

RIVET ROCKER_AMERICAN AIRLINES MASSIMO VIGNELLI | BOARDBAR

For over 40 years, until 2013 to be exact, the famous American Airlines logo was synonymous with progress and freedom for an entire generation of aviation enthusiasts. Created by Italian designer Massimo Vignelli in 1967 - and available today as a high-quality screen print on our rivet rocker. The combination of polished stainless-steel sheets, silver anodised frames and over 500 rivets lend this edition its unique characteristics.

SOLARIA OUTDOOR COLLECTION | LUDOVICA+ROBERTO PALOMBA | POLTRONA FRAU

The seating system, designed by Ludovica + Roberto Palomba, has generous, wide modules and consists of two or three seater sofas, corner and bench end modules, an armchair with or without armrests, and two tables, square or rectangular with one or two tops. The interweaving pattern thickens at the base and top, creating effects of transparency and lightness. Thanks to the simplification of components, which are made using only three materials, stainless steel, rope and fabric, and their assembly, linear or island configuration can be freely created.

TORII COLLECTION | NENDO | MINOTTI

The name of the Torii collection takes its cue from the gates of Shinto sanctuary in Japan. Designed by Nendo, with the coordination of Rodolfo Dordoni and Minotti Studio, the collection talks about visual lightness, referring to the way the horizontal parts rest on the uprights. It includes sofa with high or low backs and a linear rounded shape, inclined sofas of different depths, armchairs, lounge chairs, dining chairs, ottomans, low tables, and a slim oval console.

GIOIA INTRECCIO | AGRESTI

The armored jewelry cabinet is covered in white and beige hand threaded leather and comes with 24 karats gold plated brass accessories. Safes can be anchored to the wall with metal screws. It can be opened with digital Touch Keypad and emergency key system. Available with watch winders, entirely made in Switzerland.

HERMAN | UMBERTO ASNAGO | 4 MARIANI

Expertly studied in the smallest details, the bookcase is born from the careful choice of precious materials: the top, the base and the central backrests are covered in saddle leather, the sides and shelves are veneered in graphite stained ash wood or in veined black walnut wood with wax effect finish while the vertical partitions are in smoked glass. Available in two sizes, Herman has an open side – which closes only in the center with the backrest covered in saddle leather – while the edges, which are placed on the shelves to avoid the books from falling, become themselves decorative elements.

FRAME | MASSIMO IOSA GHINI | SNAIDERO

The kitchen combines full and empty spaces: the steel self-supporting structure functionally and aesthetically characterizes the system, appearing in some specific points in the wall units, base units, cupboards and the island. The geometric design of the metallic frame and doors makes the cabinets and parts as light as possible while minimizing the use of raw materials. With this vision in mind, the doors are handlefree to ensure a perfect blend of style and functionality. The metallic frame structure that hosts the extractor hood is the focus point of the kitchen. It is available in the 180 cm and 120 cm and 90 cm versions and can be wall mounted or placed over the island. The stainless-steel modular elements and their shelves are developed to have the lowest environmental impact, using simple welding and brushing processes, leaving the elements ‘‘nude’’, with no final coating.

OSCAR | CASTELLO LAGRAVINESE STUDIO | OPERA CONTEMPORARY

The Oscar table features a refined contrast of materials with the oval top in Calacatta Oro marble and the metal base, consisting of a rounded cylindrical structure that opens on one side, showing its hollow interior. It is a union of pure forms and sophisticated materials, along with the Stacy seats that complete the interior. These are also the distinguishing features of the work of Bestetti Associati, which has been the brand’s art director since 2020.

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ALDÌA | CARLO COLOMBO | GIORGETTI

The Aldìa (the whole collection is designed by Carlo Colombo) small armchair and outdoor sofa have backrests made of reconstituted birch plywood, available in a natural finish and in a refined light grey variant. The armrests of the sofa are made in the same way as the backrest; those of the small armchair, on the other hand, are made of EVA rubber in white, sand, dark brown, bally blue, brick or grey. For both, the base is in painted metal; the polyurethane foam cushions are covered in waterproof fabric and have removable covers. The sofa modules can also be used as poufs and combined in different configurations. As for the tables, Aldìa presents rectangular or square elements that can be used individually or combined with each other. The frame is made of painted metal and the top is available in the palladiana version made of marble, travertine and walnut fragments embedded in a mixture of marble dust.