Gio Ponti’s D.154.2 armchair: an Italian design icon in the Mohd Edition for Molteni&C
The D.154.2 armchair stands as one of the purest expressions of 20th-century Italian design. Defined by its fluid, enveloping lines, it recalls the shape of a welcoming shell — a reflection of Gio Ponti’s visionary creativity and architectural precision for Molteni&C. Its distinctive butterfly-like silhouette unites sculptural form and tactile comfort with effortless harmony.
Originally designed between 1953 and 1957 for Villa Planchart in Caracas, the armchair was designed not as an isolated object, but as part of a total architectural vision — one that engages with space, light, and proportion. Its rigid polyurethane shell paired with a padded inner structure defines a balance of elegance and character that feels timelessly modern.
Over the years, the D.154.2 has been recognized with major international awards — including the Wallpaper Design Award in 2016 and, more recently, the Compasso d’Oro Career Product Award in 2024 — affirming its enduring cultural and aesthetic relevance. Today, Molteni&C includes the armchair within its Heritage Collection, reissuing it in both indoor and outdoor versions that remain faithful to Ponti’s original design.
In collaboration with Mohd, Molteni&C introduces the D.154.2 Mohd Edition, a refined limited edition of Gio Ponti’s icon. Upholstered in exquisite Jim Thompson fabrics, the piece comes in three exclusive colorways that reinterpret its mid-century spirit through a lens of contemporary elegance.
This special edition explores the dialogue between tradition and innovation. While preserving Ponti’s original composition — the sculpted shell, padded interior, and independent cushion — it brings new life through precious materials and a thoughtfully curated palette. With production limited to a small number of pieces, each armchair becomes a collectible expression of refined craftsmanship.
More than a seat, the D.154.2 Mohd Edition is a statement of taste and a tribute to Gio Ponti's Italian savoir-faire. The interplay of fabrics and tones enhances the contrast between the outer shell and its soft upholstery, allowing for subtle, personalized combinations across its three components.
How to make it shine: let the D.154.2 take center stage — as a visual anchor in a reading corner, by a panoramic window, or next to an architectural bookcase. Its curves naturally engage in conversation with the surrounding space.
The chair’s tactile richness pairs beautifully with layered materials. Monochrome palettes in sand, petrol blue, or terracotta create quiet sophistication, while contrasts like velvet and linen or bouclé wool and leather add depth and character.
Complementary pieces such as the D.555.1 side table or the Arc table enhance visual balance. Keeping lines clean and proportions low allows the armchair’s sculptural form to remain the focus.
Outdoors, the D.154.2 extends its elegance to terraces, patios, and garden lounges. Weather-resistant materials and technical fabrics preserve its comfort and grace, making it an architectural haven under the open sky.
The D.154.2 Mohd Edition bridges past and present. Its curves, designed by Gio Ponti to embrace and enchant, find renewed harmony in the balance between form and material. Through the partnership between Molteni&C and Mohd, every detail becomes an expression of conscious, timeless design.
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