Amber tones for the decorative lamp from the
. The hanging elements in brass and blown glass recreate the pattern that gives its name to the capsule collection. Embellished with gilded details it creates an evocative atmosphere, contemporary but with a touch of retro appeal.
The entire sector is paying homage to decades past, and the world of design is no exception. It seems, in fact, that designers and companies are among the most enthusiastic re-enactors of the second half of the 20th century. Sampling the whole range of the period’s soft shapes and warm colours they take us from the 1950s to the 1980s, revelling in what many call the “nostalgia effect”. Embracing, informal almost iconic curves, minimalist lines whose presence lends character to any space
by Veronica Lempi
Echo is a sideboard with walnut base and doors showcasing Turri’s artisanal skills. The leatherpanelled right-hand side creates discontinuity and generates a sensation of dynamism. The top is in cream Marfil marble. Design by Giuseppe Viganò
The ABRA chair designed by Claudio Bellini for Bernhardt Design expresses minimalism with rounded, embracing lines evoking a sense of cocoon-like warmth with delicate oscillating movements
With a striking design and circular shape, Aquahalo by Dornbracht is a sculptural shower that presents water in extraordinary shapes.
Inspired by a glass chandelier, it enables personal hygiene rituals to integrate relaxation and well-being
Tappo by Cierre1972 is a storage unit with a circular marble or wood cover on a base formed by an essential leather strip. Simplicity and function, Italian craftsmanship and select materials together shape an elegant piece of furniture
Designed by Tubes with Elisa Ossino, I Ching is a modular, low-voltage (24 volts) electric towel warmer that helps optimise on-board space and energy consumption. Minimal and elegant.
An unconventional coffee table. Origami 55 is designed by Ugo Cacciatori for Henge and skilfully created by artisans using the technique typical of the Japanese art of paperfolding. Every piece is unique
Sculptural seating with a retro charm for Gianfranco Ferré Home. The Islington chaise longue reflects the brand’s industrial spirit, enhanced by elegant chrome-finish trim. The Brygge armchair has a vintage mood and entertaining lines
Ethimo was Official Supplier for Casa Italia Paris 2024. Here, the setting made for the garden and outdoor terrace with the Swing collection by Patrick Norguet and the Hut line by Marco Lavit
Generous proportioins and crisp geometries for the new version of the Otto by Servomuto hanging lamp that recalls the classic flying saucers seen in films of the 1960s and 70s.
Ironic and elegant
The back of the Lepida by Woak chair (design Constance Guisset) comprises two elements that curve towards each other and almost touch. A delicate strip joins them like a high fashion sartorial detail
One of the new arrivals from Paola Lenti, the Ellissi rug. Its irregular shape is ideal for interiors and exterior. The round and oval decorative elements are stitched together by hand. Made in rope yarn, it is long-lasting and resistant to outside agents
Inspired by the yacht-building world, the Vela sofa by Saba (design Zanellato/Bortotto) recalls the elegance of wind-filled mainsail and jib tracing imaginary patterns and then given stylistic shape. The quilting is a strong evocation of an unfurled sail
The new Calypso glasses by Serena Confalonieri in artisanally blown borosilicate glass created in Italy are inspired by the floral shapes of Art Nouveau. They bring fascinating, exotic landscapes to the table
Rhythmic design for the Palu chair by Pianca that brings indoors the pattern of a canebrake made with a sequence of slender vertical rods. Embracing shapes and slightly inclined chair back
Fedro, designed by StudioPepe for Visionnaire, is a reinterpretation of the classic ottoman. The chubby proportions provide great comfort and softness while maintaining a defined shape recalling the informal chairs of the 1970s
