SALONE del MOBILEREPORTApril 17–22 2018

An insight into the latest in design from our international brands.

Trend Report

Australian Designers

Arper

Ritzwell

Stua

Verzelloni

Karimoku New Standard

Prostoria

Tacchini

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OverviewUnlike any other design event in the world, Milan

Design Week is the undisputed ‘must see’ for anyone interested in design, with thousands of events and exhibitions packed into a matter of days.

Milan Design Week again delivered an unrivalled opportunity to soak up the latest in design from our international brands—Arper, Ritzwell, Tacchini, Karimoku New Standard, Prostoria, Verzelloni and Stua.

The much-anticipated new releases from our brands saw 2018 Salone del Mobile impress like no other—we return to Australia with a suite of new lounging, seating, lighting, tables and accessories that are suitable for both commercial and residential environments.

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Trend Report

The presentation of colour-blocked scenes was prevalent across Salone del Mobile. Layered tones of warm burgundy red through to rose hues with beige, a hint of bright pink and bold blush featured heavily, while turmeric and mustard yellow combined with rust and orange were also highlighted. Green was also noteworthy, with the swing away from deeper forest tones complete, making way for calmer sage and avocado tones moving right through to ocean blue.

A recurring theme this year was that of a bulbous and feminine form. Curves were exaggerated on lounging in particular and voluptuous pieces reigned supreme.

Trend—Colour Blocking

Trend—All About Curves

Expect to see a celebration of the sense of touch in 2018–19. A prominent philosophy of tactile upholstery—be it faux fur, velvet or solid weaves—was evident across Milan Design Week. Strong metallics have lost their lustre with mirrored and reflective surfaces taking pride of place.

Trend—Texture

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Australian Designers

A number of local talents were active in Milan this year, with the most talked about being LOCAL DESIGN. 26 Australian designers—the largest independent showing of Australian Design in Milan to date—showcased their selected pieces in an exhibition that founder Emma Elizabeth says was “directed toward showcasing and advancing awareness of Australian design to a global market.” Stylecraft partners, Ross Gardam and Tom Skeehan, formed part of the collective, both taking the opportunity to exhibit collections soon to be released at Stylecraft.

Skeehan presented the Nave Armchair and SO Glass Light, while Gardam showcased his Ora desk lamp in new finishes and a preview of the Noon Lounge.

Alexander Lotersztain of Derlot Editions exhibited his 100% recycled QTZ Lounge in the gardens of the renowned and respected Rossana Orlandi gallery. Originally released in stainless steel for Ro, the limited edition collection was inspired by the naturally occurring geometric forms of Quartz and born out of Lotersztain’s passion for materials and technologies.

Ora Desk Lamp and tri-split Noon Mirror by Ross Gardam

at the Local Design stand. Image courtesy of LOCAL

DESIGN, Photographer: Emanuele Zamponi

Nave Armchair and SO Glass Lights at the Local Design stand. Image courtesy of LOCAL DESIGN, Photographer: Emanuele Zamponi.

Ross Gardam’s Noon Lounge at Local Design.

QTZ by Alexander Lotersztain

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Arper‘Arper Values’ was the concept presented in 2018

to convey Arper’s design direction, introducing new collections and updates to existing ranges. The creative team of Maio Architects, Lievore Altherr and Clase, drew inspiration from the ‘values that drive us, to shape our present and our vision’.

Rooms within the stand took you on a journey through Arper’s collection with each space featuring unique conceptual styling elements that adapted and captured the individual character of each piece. Balanced, yet playful, colour-blocked scenes were created to highlight the latest additions to the Arper family of products.

The 2018 Arper stand featuring Parentesit Panels and Cila Chairs.

The Kiik modular collection paired with the Cubo Pix Ottomans.

Catifa 46 and 53 with Leaf and Saya Chairs at the Arper stand.

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Arper

Introducing a new modular collection of seating, tables, ottomans and consoles. Designed by Iwasaki Design Studio with the intention of developing “islands for gathering”, the range addresses the needs of mixed-use waiting and lobby areas in a variety of contexts.

Iwasaki drew his inspiration for the Kiik collection from “observing public spaces like parks, museums, airports—places where people are on the move. Today public spaces are dynamic and active, they accommodate a range of needs: stillness and motion, activity and rest, work life and private life.” The new Kiik range meets the needs of modern life—a system that allows you to sit, stand, lie down, chat, read, write, watch, eat and wait.

Kiik Modular Collection

The Kiik modular collection.

Details of the Kiik collection.

The Kiik ranges curved elements allow for endless

compositions.

The curved elements of the Kiik modular collection allows for endless compositions.

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Sleek and sophisticated, the Dizzie collection expands to include the option of a Carrera marble top. Available in occasional, coffee and dining heights.

Dizzie Table Update—Marble Top

Arper

Sculptural in form and architectural in its execution, Paravan has been designed by Lievore Altherr to articulate and define spaces. Softer and more discreet in nature than Parentesit, Paravan intends to enclose a conversation and create intimacy in otherwise open spaces with sound absorbing panels that support focus, concentration and collaboration.

Designed to complement existing Arper collections with a unified background, the various assembling elements allow for endless compositions, from open, large panels and spatial dividers, to enclosed or partially-enclosed areas where increased privacy is a requirement.

Paravan was previewed at Milan Design Week, launching officially at Orgatec late in 2018.

Paravan Screens

Paravan Screens paired with theKiik modular collection.

PicturedDetails of the Kiik collection.

Paravan Screens paired with the Kiik modular collection.

Dizzie Tables in various sizes with Marble tops.

An extension to the existing circular ottoman range, Pix Cubo now encompasses a square and rectangular shape. Like building blocks, the Pix Cubo can be arranged in endless compositions for home or commercial environments.

Pix Ottoman Update—Cubo

Both versions of the Pix Ottomans.

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RitzwellAs is to be expected from Japanese brand Ritzwell,

their 2018 stand presented a calming oasis within the hyper activity of the fair ground. Designed by Shinsaku Miyamoto and Roberto Di Stefano, the stand appeared to be ‘closed’ to the outside world, triggering a curiosity to explore the brand inside. The few openings in the structure were conceived as ‘tokonoma’, raised alcoves typical of Japanese interior architecture that showcased the icons of the Ritzwell collection.

PicturedThe Beatrix Armchair and ottoman, beside the Jabara Sideboard, both designed by Shinsaku Miyamoto.

PicturedThe Jabara Sideboard, designed by Shinsaku Miyamoto.

PicturedThe front of Ritzwell’s 2018 Salone del Mobile stand.

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Ritzwell

Renowned for their high quality materials and focus on contemporary forms, Ritzwell launched the Jabara Sideboard designed by Shinsaku Miyomoto. A collection of storage units, the manufacturing precision and pure lines offer a modern interpretation of Japanese tradition. Defined by the sliding door, the continuous fine lines particular to Japan exude a nostalgic warmth. Testament to the beauty of the new piece, Jabara has been awarded the Red Dot Design Award 2018.

Jabara Sideboard

Designed by Shinsaku Miyamoto, the Beatrix Easy Chair released in 2017 was again in the spotlight with the launch of the accompanying footrest, adding to the supreme level of comfort.

Beatrix Ottoman The Jabara Sideboard, shown with the Claude Easy Chair and OS Coffee Table.

The extended range of Jabara Sideboard and Storage Units.

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StuaDebuting their Forever Now concept, the Stua stand was both classic and elegant. Warm lighting and harmonious tones framed the timeless Stua collections and provided an ideal backdrop for their latest addition, the Libera Armchair.

The Libera Armchair, shown with the Costura Lounge and Solapa Coffee Tables.

The Gas Office Chair and Lau Table.

Stua’s 2018 stand.

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Designed by Jesús Gasca, the founder of Stua, and his son Jon, Libera is defined by the timber frame that provides a fluid link between the legs and the arms. A classic shape, partnered with contemporary technologies, results in an armchair with a striking silhouette and an unsurpassed level of comfort providing the hallmarks of another classic within the Stua collection.

Libera Armchair

Stua

In a contemporary update to a classic, Stua presented the Onda Barstool with a the shell in a new range of monochrome colours including stone, taupe and black.

New Finishes for Onda Stool

Onda Stools shown in new finishes.

Libera Armchair details.

Libera Armchair details.

The Libera Armchair by Jésus Gasca, debuted at Milan 2018.

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VerzelloniPresenting the concept of Elegance Culture, the Verzelloni stand and new collections for 2018 were inspired by “Nature. Its colours, softness, gentleness and force.” A luxurious stand that exuded a supreme sense of style in their combination of new lounging, shelving and table collections.

Nilson Swivel Lounge Chair with a high back at the Verxzelloni stand.

Divinitas High Back, shown with the Etan Bookcase.

The Nilson Lounge, by Lievore Altherr.

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The longstanding partnership with design studio Lievore Altherr stood true with this years extensions to the Nilson range. Now available in a high and low back swivel lounge, the collection exudes comfort and moves from domestic to office spaces with ease.

Nilson Swivel Lounge Chair

Verzelloni

Designed by Simon Morasi Pipercic, the freestanding Etan Bookcase is visually light and elegant, defined by distinctive vertical lines, one side opposite to the other. The bookcase is available in two heights and two finishes of natural and black.

Etan Bookcase

Etan bookcase.

Nilson Low Armchair by Leivore Altherr.

Antero circular coffee table with Emprador Brown Marble top

Nilson Swivel Lounge Chairby Leivore Altherr.

Antero Coffee Tables are sophisticated and functional, and available with a round or square marble top and elegant powdercoated 4 star base.

Antero Coffee Tables

Antero square coffee table with Nero Marquina marble top

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Karimoku New StandardFollowing seven shows in town as part of the Fuorisalone, Karimoku New Standard exhibited for the second time at Rho Fiera. As always, the collection presented by Karimoku New Standard is as coherent as it is aesthetically desirable, managing to maintain a balance between the playful approach to colour and design while also delivering on a high level of quality.

Castor dining setting in the KNS 2018 stand.

Elephant Lounge and Colour Wood Tables.

Elephant Lounge setting with Castor Bench and Scout

Bistro Table.

Details of Elephant Lounge and a peek through to the Colour Wood Chair by Scholten and Baijings.

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In a digital age where our everyday items no longer require physical storage, the Archive Shelf by Christian Haas has been designed to showcase our treasured memories and collectables. Available in two lengths and heights, Archive utilises KNS’s expertise in craftsmanship with Japanese Oak beams intersecting seamlessly.

Archive ShelfThis year saw leading Swiss design trio, Big-Game, release the Prop Shelving and Storage System. Refined and uncomplicated in its appearance, the Prop system is designed to look equally as appealing from both front and back. Available with or without sliding doors, the Japanese Oak units are available in natural and black.

Prop Shelving

Karimoku New Standard

Prop Storage System design by Big-Game.

Prop Storage System with three shelving spaces.

An addition to the Castor range introduced last year, the Castor Barstool is now available with backrest. Available in two heights the backrest aids in comfort and ensures versatility of use for the piece.

Castor Barstool

Castor Barstool with backrest.

Archive Shelf.

Castor Barstool backrest detail.

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KNS previewed the versatile Panomara Chair by Geckeler Michels, a Berlin based design studio. Complementary to the complete KNS collection, Panomara is available on a 4 leg or sled base with the options of arms and a range of colours.

Panorama Chair

Karimoku New Standard

Stacked Panorama Chairs.

PicturedLibera Armchair details.

PicturedThe Libera Armchair by Jésus Gasca, debuted at Milan 2018.

Always striving to enhance their collection, a number of updates to existing products was shown by KNS. The Castor Armchair is available with an upholstered seat pad option; the Scout Table will be released at 1100mm high with ingenuous bag hook to the underside and a single armchair has been added to the Elephant Lounge collection.

Product Updates

Castor Armchair Plus with added seat pad.

Elephant Armchair.Scout Bar Bistro Table.

The full range of Panorama Chairs.

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ProstoriaCroatian brand Prostoria yet again presented a sleek, contemporary collection with appeal for both the home and contract use. The Yak chair was the highlight of the new collections, while the new Fade Sofa Bed also impressed. Additions to existing ranges and renewed finishes enhanced the Prostoria offering even further.

Stand image of Prostoria, featuring Polygon Chairs and Coffee Table.

Yak Chair by Laufer & Keichel.

The Fade Sofa Bed, shown with the Trifidae Armchair and ottoman.

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Continuing their tradition of innovative design in sofa beds, Numen/For Use have developed the new Fade collection. Striking yet soft beveled edges define with the range, whilst an ingenious and seamless mechanism easily transform Fade from lounge to bed whilst also providing a concealed storage compartment underneath.

Fade Sofa Bed

The latest addition to their range, Yak designed by Laufer & Keichel, was inspired by the Scandinavian tradition of the 50’s and 60’s, a visually light chair with an elegant combination of solid timber seat and backrest with a tubular metal frame.

Yak Chair

Prostoria

The Yak Chair shown in a variety of colours.

Yak Chair details.

The Yak Chair by Laufer & Keichel.

Stitch detail on the Fade Sofa Bed.

Fade Sofa Bed with chaise storage open.

Fade Sofa Bed with added chaise.

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TacchiniContinuing their philosophy of achieving beauty and functionality, Italian brand Tacchini released a series of new ranges suitable for both residential and commercial environments. New collections included the Julep Sofa by Jonas Wagell, Memory Lane Armchair by Christophe Pillet and the re-release of the Lina Armchair by Gianfranco Frattini.

The Julep Lounge setting with Soap Table, Bubble and Pidou Vases, on the Rituale Rug.

The Roma Lounge setting with Cage Side Table and Pidou Vase, on the Nello Spazio Rug.

The Memory Lane chairs, with Soleil Mirror, Split Table and Miss Pack Lamp.

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Tacchini

Characterised by a soft and voluptuous form, the Julep 3 seater lounge, armchair and ottoman have a contemporary feminine allure. Designed by Jonas Wagell, the range is both warm and inviting while also appearing light thanks to the recessed base beneath the exaggerated upholstered seat and back.

Julep Lounge

The Julep Lounge and Ottoman.

Julep Lounge details.

The Julep Armchair and Ottoman.

The Julep 3 Seater Lounge.

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Originally designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1954, the Lina Armchair joins the Tacchini Design Classics offering. Characterised by its multi-layered timber frame with folded armrests and exposed connection studs, a design that represented a very innovative manufacturing process for the time.

Lina ArmchairDesigned by Christophe Pillet, the timeless Memory Lane armchair features a slender linear structure, refined quilted padding and elastic strapping that remains visible from the back of the seat.

Memory Lane Armchair

Tacchini

Elastic strap details of the Memory Lane Armchair.

Memory Lane quilted stitch details.

The Memory Lane Armchair by Christophe Pillet.

Lina Armchair by Gianfranco Frattini.

Lina Armchair details.

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Tacchini Edizioni categorises the collection of accessory products that include mirrors, rugs, lighting and décor. This year we saw Tacchini grow their collection with the addition of pieces that are less classic and more experimental, intended to impress from both a technical and conceptual point of view.

Tacchini Edizioni

Tacchini

Daze Low TableDetail of Daze Low Table

Pi-Dou VaseBubble VaseSoleil MirrorRituale Rug

Nello Spazio Rug

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SALONE del MOBILEREPORTApril 17–22 2018

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