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CANASTA CIRCULAR SOFA

luxuryfurnitureplanet — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:08:46 +0000

bnb italia CANASTA CIRCULAR SOFA approaches the outdoor with idea of woven pattern- synchronizing and personalizing the concept with a conventional look of outdoor furniture. But the specialty lies in the contemporary look without diminishing the nostalgic influence of the design. Vienna straws draw her inspiration for geometric shape which furnishes it with unique geometric feel. This collection continues the tradition with other assembly furniture of table and steel structured service elements

B&B Italia famous Designer : Antonio Citterio

luxuryfurnitureplanet — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:10:38 +0000

Internationally renowned architect and designer, Antonio Citterio, has been immersed in Italy’s architecture and design fraternity from a very young age, deciding on his career path at the age of just 13.

Since 1972 has worked for many leading manufacturers such as B&B Italia, Flexform, Flos, Maxalto, a B&B Italia brand, is designed and coordinated entirely by Antonio Citterio. He has also been engaged in architectural works dealing with construction projects and interiors both in Italy and abroad. He holds lectures and conferences all over the world and his work has been extensively exhibited and published.

He cites Italian protorationalist architects such as Charles and Ray Eames, Louis Kahn, and Tadao Ando as his inspiration and particularly notes Alvaro Siza designs for which he has great respect

Antonio Citterio utilizes a fresh, hi-tech direction, combined with simple geometrics. This philosophy is clearly seen in The Axess, Oson C and Oson S chairs, which have a proven track record as call centre chairs. Axess and Osen Chairs reflect the latest technological developments and introduces a new, organic shape to the workplace\

His Ambition is widely noted: “I would like to design buildings that aren’t contaminated by commercial aspects, a church, a museum… where what is inside the building enhances the building itself,” he says.

More About your Luxury Brand B&B ITALIA

luxuryfurnitureplanet — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 15:41:38 +0000

B&B Italia SpA is an Italian modern furniture company whose luxury products are sold worldwide. The company was founded in 1966 by the Busnelli family, who currently manages the company; a Bulgari-led investment group owns 55 percent of the company

B&B Italia has four main collections

B&B Italia Home: Defined by now classic products such as the Up Series Chair by Gaetano Pesce, the Charles Sofa by Antonio Citterio, Tufty Time by Patricia Urquiola and The Moon System Sofa by Zaha Hadid, the B&B Italia Home Collection is the base upon which the company was built. B&B has become one of the most recognized and acclaimed Italian furniture manfacturers in the world. The B&B Italia Sales network is present in over 54 countries with over 700 stores, Shop-in-Shops, Dealers and points of sale worldwide

Maxalto:

Maxalto

The Maxalto Collection was established in 1975 and is marked by skilled craftsmanship in wood processing. The Collection now includes a wide range of products with shapes drawing inspiration from the typologies and styles of French design between the two World Wars. Maxalto is a comprehensive line of interior furnishings designed and coordinated by Antonio Citterio.. The first stand alone Maxalto store opened in Paris, France. In 2008 the first monobrand store in the US opened in Chicago, IL followed soon after by Washington DC and Naples,

B&B Italia Outdoor: Designed specifically for indoor/outdoor living, B&B has greatly expanded their outdoor seating line since the inception of Canasta by Patricia Urquiola in 2007. Since then, the collection has grown to include outdoor complements by Jean-Marie Massaud and Marcel Wanders in addition to new pieces by Patricia Urquiola and Atelier Oï.

B&B Italia Project: The Project Collection is a coordinated range of tables, chairs and soft seating specifically designed and engineered for the contract market. It is often, but not exclusively, used in workplaces, restaurants, hotels, and public spaces.[3] Project furniture uses particular materials suitable for greater endurance; it is rigorously tested and held to the highest industry standards.

In addition: B&B Italia Object is a recent addition to the Home Collection and includes vases, trays, bowls, pillows, lighting and various other accessories by renowned designers.

B&B Italia owns 50% of the design company Moooi who recently opened a Shop-in-Shop in B&B’s Soho store in New York City. Moooi is a Dutch company for which Marcel Wanders serves as co-owner and art director.

It;s A Bit About B and B Italia World

luxuryfurnitureplanet — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 16:03:42 +0000

B&B Italia

The B&B Italia, founded in 1966 by Piero Ambrogio Busnelli is the leading furniture store started in Italy but now spreading across 54 countries all over the world. The modernization and industrialization in Italy works as a stimulus, for B & B Italia designed furniture. It has become an international brand within a short span of time offering a wide range of stunning Italian designer furniture. This beautifully highly elegantly designed furniture is unique for their individuality and helped throughout ages for turning one’s dream home into reality. The contemporary designers of this company make the high quality B & B Italia outdoor furniture stylistic as well as comfortable with a strong and recognizable personality by using the technology of injection molding.