Refolo Sofa by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

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Charlotte perriand refolo sofa for cassina

envisioned in tokyo in 1953 by charlotte perriand and still remarkably relevant today, this … Read more Charlotte perriand refolo sofa for cassina

envisioned in tokyo in 1953 by charlotte perriand and still remarkably relevant today, this modular system can be used as a low coffee table, bench, or – with cushions – as a sofa.

the uncluttered shapes, fruit of a project guided by functional design principles and by an asian-inspired simplification of form, make it ideal for modern living rooms, for resting and conversation.

the top is made up of 19 strips of wood and supported on graceful legs; a simple anchoring system allows the sofa seat cushions and those for the backrest to be positioned at any point along the structure.

cushion padding
polyurethane and batting

top
made of 19 parallel strips of wood and available in natural oak or oak stained black.

legs
two or three, mdf with oak veneer stained black or natural.

a modular system featuring simple, essential volumes, refolo was created by charlotte perriand in tokyo in 1953, yet remains as current as it was then. The design prioritised functionality, leading the designer to simplify shapes, drawing her inspiration from the orient. Set at an ideal height for a variety of tasks, the horizontal plane is composed of 19 parallel strips of wood in either natural or dark stained oak, supported by two or three legs. The padded seats are integrated harmoniously using a simple anchoring device, so they can be located wherever required. Ideal for the living room or other areas where people can unwind, refolo lends itself to a variety of configurations to enhance relaxation and conversation.

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about the designer:
charlotte perriand full membership of that avant-garde cultural movement which, from the first decades of the twentieth century, brought about a profound change in aesthetic values and gave birth to a truly modern sensitivity towards everyday life. In this context, her specific contribution focuses on interior composition, conceived as creating a new way of living, still today at the heart of contemporary lifestyle.in the sphere of twentieth century furnishing history, the advent of modernity made possible the entrepreneurial audacity of this true reformer of interior design. At the beginning of her professional career she was acclaimed by critics for her bar under the roof, exhibited at the salon d’automne in 1927 and constructed entirely in nickel-plated copper and anodized aluminium. In the same year, when she was just twenty-four years old, she began a decade-long collaboration with le corbusier and pierre jeanneret, at the famous design studios at 35, rue de sèvres in paris.her presence in the le corbusier studio is visible in all the furnishings designed with him and with pierre jeanneret: and so charlotte perriand becomes a cornerstone in the reformation project promoted by the architect, adding a distinct dimension of humaneness to the often cold rationalism of le corbusier. In her creations she manages to animate the fundamental substance of daily life with new aesthetic values: in particular her talent and intuition in the discovery and use of new materials manifest themselves to their full extent.the ten-year long collaboration with le corbusier and pierre jeanneret, and her japanese experience, represent periods of intense creative effervescence in the life of the artist. During her long stay in the far east (‘40-‘46), she reveals her artistic talent to the full, through a reinterpretation of the reality of life to echo both tradition and modernity. By way of example, worthy of mention are the furnishings produced using traditional bamboo processing techniques, capable of enhancing the new forms already experimented using steel-tubing.after her work as a professional, she concentrates on a series of original and balanced productions, commissioned by top-level authorities and leading companies of the calibre of air france, and by a number of foreign organizations, authenticating the fame she had by now gained on the international scene.the distinguishing factor of charlotte perriand’s personality is a sincere loyalty to the principles of humane and innovative rationalism, preserved intact in her projects, on which she worked with such passion, also in readiness for their revival in the “cassina i maestri” collection.

about manufacture:
established in 1927 by cesare and umberto cassina in meda, italy, cassina launched industrial design in italy in the 1950s, based on a totally innovative approach that marked the transition from artisan production to mass production. with a mindset focused on research and innovation, cassina combines technology and long-standing artisan craftsmanship.

memory, research, innovation. Cassina blends traditional skills and superior productivity, meticulous attention to detail and passion, uniqueness and experimentation, wellbeing and sustainability. Today, the company continues to address new lifestyles with the creation of complete, harmonious interior decor solutions that embody the best contemporary design for all areas of the home. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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