Standard Lockers Sideboard by Le Corbusier for Cassina

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Le corbusier casiers standard p.e.n cabinet for cassina with their timeless, unique features, these combinable modular cabinets are capable of … Read more Le corbusier casiers standard p.e.n cabinet for cassina with their timeless, unique features, these combinable modular cabinets are capable of architecturally organizing any room, holding any object and arranging themselves in any space, to create an authentic furnished wall. Part of the model home project by le corbusier in 1925 for the pavillon de l’esprit nouveau, the casiers standard mark the turning point of moving beyond the traditional concept of furnishings; cassina revisits these design containers with a contemporary approach that enhances the quality of the object, accenting its characteristics of versatility and functionality. The line includes 18 fixed compositions with a predefined standard module equipped with adjustable shelves in 5 heights and two types of supports. Frame 18 fixed compositions available in two- or three-module versions with open compartments, two hinged doors and a bottom flap door; shelves - adjustable in five-positions. Legs four slim chrome-plated supports (pilotis) or two painted pedestal bases. Finish painted metal frame and cabinet exterior and oak open interior. The casiers standard form part of the project crafted in 1925 with pierre jeanneret for the pavillon de l’esprit nouveau, with which the master abandons the traditional furniture concept introducing, alongside select pieces of furniture, these new modular, combinable containers. With their timeless, unique design, these elements can architecturally organize any room, arranging themselves into real furnished partitions. Part of the le corbusier®, pierre jeanneret®, charlotte perriand® collection, the casiers standard were relaunched in 2016 with a contemporary look that accentuates their characteristics of versatility and functionality. The containers are currently offered in fixed arrangements based on the standard-size 75x75x37.5 module equipped with shelves that can be adjusted to five heights. This version features a support made up of four slender chrome columns (pilotis) this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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