"Poltrona", an italian name of Comfort
If armchairs symbolize relaxation, Italian armchairs stand as true icons of comfort worldwide. The collections of esteemed brands like B&B Italia, Cassina, Poltrona Frau, Molteni&C, and Moroso showcase unique masterpieces. Each element encapsulate the essence and superior quality of living room design, a testament to the artistry of legendary designers from the past and the foremost names in the contemporary landscape.
With its deep, enveloping seat, the Archibald armchair by Jean-Marie Massaud for Poltrona Frau invites you to indulge in moments of relaxation and meditation. The success of this design has given rise to a series of living and dining furniture, each sharing the same comfort and refined aesthetics.
The Vanity Fair armchair, a symbol of Poltrona Frau's commitment to quality and tradition, is reportedly a reinterpretation of sketches left by Renzo Frau himself. With its generous volumes, this design has solidified its place as a universally recognized icon of Italian design.
Designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1935, the Utrecht armchair achieves the perfect balance of form and comfort. Its geometric design, featuring orthogonal lines where the backrest and seat meet on the floor, and the armrests become a sturdy support, has elevated it to iconic status. The Utrecht armchair and sofas are included in the iMaestri collection by Cassina.
The Capitol Complex armchair is a re-edition of the original design conceived for Le Corbusier's iconic Capitol Complex building in Chandigarh, India. This piece, along with other furnishings in the collection, is Cassina's tribute to Pierre Jeanneret. The plush padding embracing the armrest and the cushions, together with the exposed wood, serves as a testament to both quality and comfort. This armchair not only carries a strong historical and cultural identity but also lends distinctive character to the space it graces.
Emerging from one of Gio Ponti's cherished projects, the Planchart collectors' villa in Caracas, the D.154.2 armchair joins the Heritage Collection, representing Molteni&C's journey through its design legacy towards the future. Boasting a welcoming seat and a sinuous profile reminiscent of a shell, this armchair showcases an inviting and refined design with a retro charm, embodying a timeless aeshtetic.
Pacific and Ruff, two exceptional creations by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso, embody a shared concept of soft, enveloping comfort. The Pacific armchair, with its gentle, curved lines, offers an intimate and cozy seat, while the Ruff armchair adopts a more open design: its simple and functional geometry transform it into a versatile conversation armchair, ideally suited for contract use.
Designed by Mario Bellini in 1972 and awarded the Compasso d'Oro in 1979, the Bambola armchair, from the Le Bambole collection, is one of the most important works in the realm of Italian design, embodying comfort, softness, and flexibility. Today, B&B Italia, through thoughtful construction choices, transforms it into a sustainable project that remains true to the essence of the original design.
Conceived by Gaetano Pesce in 1969, the UP5_6 armchair transforms comfort into an artistic expression. With its anthropomorphic profile enveloped in stretch fabric, it evokes the shape of a mother's womb, providing a seat that is both sinuous and generously inviting. The ingenious vision of the esteemed designer, coupled with B&B Italia's technological expertise in injection polyurethane processing, elevates it to the status of a true masterpiece in Italian design craftsmanship.
Born as a bespoke project, the Bold armchair by Mohdern represents a seamless fusion of quality, craftsmanship, and expertise. The design's fluidity, playing with solids and voids, is artfully accentuated by sophisticated upholstery. This armchair offers a variety of personalization possibilities, with custom fabrics tailored to your project, be it residential or contract spaces, where it consistently showcases a strong scenic presence and distinctive personality.
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