Designweek2018
An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about designweek2018
Product • By Mattiazzi • MC17 - Bienvenue
MC17 - Bienvenue
Bienvenue is an upholstered chair for contract sales. Its padding makes it comfortable to sit on for long periods and its low, rounded armrests allow it to slide easily under the table.The idea behind the bienvenue is cushioning, which instead of resting on the chair is actually part of the structure.With this in mind, the wooden structure is made up of a multi-ply frame supported by solid ash legs. The back legs are built into the frame, from the base to the top.Milling parallel to the uprights allows the cushioning to become part of the frame: from the front, the fabric disappears to reveal ash uprights in the padded backrest. From the back, the top of the uprights are sheathed in the padding that surrounds them. The corolla of the frame... More
Product • By Mattiazzi • MC16 - Forcina
MC16 - Forcina
Forcina translates into english as “hairpin.” the most common hairpin today is the bobby pin, an industrially produced small metal loop used to hold hair in place. the loop of the pin also makes for a good place to grip. hairpins are useful objects, but they also help create expressive hairstyles. the forcina collection has a feminine, pragmatic character. from the outset, forcina was considered within the context of a cafe or a restaurant, and historically cafe chairs often have a curvilinear form. perhaps this is influenced by the iconic history of viennese cafe furniture or the sweetness of the pastries served.Forcina’s solid wood seat and backrest are familiar in shape with comfortably sculpted surfaces on the top of the seat and front... More