Design report
Ahead of this year’s Salone del Mobile in Milan, we take a look at the pieces from recent collections that are set to be classics of the future
FEATURE Amy Moorea Wong
B&B ITALIA
Lacquered Allure O’ table by Monica Armani, 2021
‘For Allure O’ table I designed light, precise, harmonious and lasting volumes that register in a person’s memory and evoke the fantastic glamour of the 1960s,’ says Monica Armani of her design, which artfully balances straight lines and clever, delicate curves (referencing the shape of Jackie O’s majestic glasses). Its lasting quality stems from its astute contrasts – coated all over with bold layers of lacquer that create an attention-grabbing gloss, the table is calmed in timeless earthy tones or soothing neutrals, making it understated as well as a statement. bebitalia.com
GALLOTTI & RADICE
Soda sideboard by Draga & Aurel, 2022
Turning heads as soon as it hit Salone del Mobile in 2022, the Soda sideboard is crowned with a huge, sun-like circle of gold-toned glass supported by a swooping timber frame – unquestionably making it the ‘strong, confident piece’ its designers speak of it as. It’s a long-term legend thanks to its chameleon qualities – while almost startlingly attention grabbing, it can also sit quietly in a space. gallottiradice.it
BONTEMPI
Circle lamp by Studio F+B Design, 2021
A sweep of pure movement, the Circle lamp is minimalism at its most authentic. The just-aboutvisible dark brass arc holds within its upper section a strip of dimmable LEDs, with its just shy of twometre stature anchored by aweighty concrete ball. Distinguished due to its complete devotion to simplicity, this sculptural piece is ageless in the same way a line or a gesture could be – whether switched on or off. bontempi.it
PORADA
Berry table by Carlo Ballabio, 2022
Ashapely slice of marble, its outline slightly undulating atop a set of timber legs of indeterminate number, the Berry dining table feels almost as if it’s a creature that wandered in from the forest. It is this seamless blending of nature and sophistication, raw and refined, that elevates it to iconic status. porada.it
RIMADESIO
Zenit bookcase by Giuseppe Bavuso, 1998/updated 2022
‘Precision, reliability and freedom of arrangement over time make Zenit a unique and distinctive product,’ explains Rimadesio CEO Davide Malberti of the brand’s innovative bookcase, which is defined by its floor-to-ceiling frame. Its longevity arises from its inherent flexibility. The original design has already been refreshed with additions such as backlighting and aluminium drawers, which – like all elements –can be freely positioned over the 100% recyclable structure. rimadesio.it
LUALDI
Koan Plus by Kokaist
