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Spark Sofa

Spark

Spark is a sofa designed for both indoor and outdoor use. The monobloc form has smooth, fluid lines and no harsh edges. The sofa is made of polycarbonate, a transparent yet sturdy material that resists shock and weathering. Under dim light, the clear body recalls the look of a spark. Assembly involves two parts, as the seat is placed on the main body base. Spark is offered in single and two-seater versions, measuring 1300 by 800 by 950 millimeters and 2500 by 800 by 950 millimeters. The design suits a variety of interior styles.

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DC 3  Stool

DC 3

DC 3 is a backless chair inspired by the DC 3 aircraft, a twin-engine monoplane. Seen from the side, the sculptural form recalls the structural ribs of the aircraft wing. The piece is made of plywood boards shaped by precision CNC cutting, which limits material waste. The visible edges of each layer create a structural support that also works as a visual detail. All materials are certified and non-toxic, and the glue and the varnish are water based. The design can be used as seating, a footrest, a side table or a decorative object.

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Flatiron Lamp

Flatiron

Achille Castiglioni was convinced that the designer should delete, delete, delete and at the end find the core aspect of the design. Bruno Munari was used to say that to complicate things is easy, while to simplify things is very hard. Flatiron comes from the crasis of this two references. A light source encased by a body made by a simple metal sheet with just one fold. The minimum amount of elements for a product with great prominence, a collection of lamps characterized by a design as essential as effective.

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Wall A2 TV Stand

Wall A2

Wall A2 is a freestanding television stand with casters. The compact base allows placement anywhere in a room. Televisions from 24 to 80 inches made by different manufacturers can be mounted without drilling holes in the wall. Five height levels are available, and the viewing angle, orientation and position can be changed by hand. The structure is a steel pipe welded to a plate, finished with satin powder coating and a woodgrain surface on the pillar. Cables run inside the pillar and stay hidden from view.

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Cornices New Chinese Furniture

Cornices

Cornices is a furniture collection inspired by the eaves of traditional Chinese architecture. The collection includes a seat, a flower stand, a palace lamp and a cabinet rack. Each piece is made of North American black walnut and joined with traditional mortise and tenon structures. The curved eaves form gives the furniture a three-dimensional and layered appearance. The joints are shaped by cutting, carving and polishing, and provide strength and durability. The collection brings traditional Chinese aesthetics into modern interiors.

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Plover Multi Purpose Chair

Plover

Plover is a multi-purpose chair designed for classrooms, seminars and collaborative workshops. The chair supports several sitting postures. Users can sit in the conventional front-facing position, or sit back-to-front in a horse-riding posture. The characteristic feature of Plover is an integrated tablet that forms a small work surface. The tablet also serves as an armrest for side seating or as a higher seat with a footrest. The chairs can be used individually or grouped together for discussion and co-creation.

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