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The good weather is coming…

Harmonies — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 06:40:21 +0000

From the first days of spring, through the vibrant heights of summer and into the crisp early months of autumn, gardens, terraces, patios and small balconies are ready to become oases of peace and relaxation, thanks to this selection of furniture in organic shapes, vibrant colors and natural materials.

Kasane table, designed by Nendo, with polymer foam base and MDF top,
coated with a thin layer of earth-toned clay; Brise chairs, designed by Federica Biasi,
with slightly curved stainless steel tubular frame and WoodEvolution seat and back. Gervasoni.

Garden armchair Cut, design Stephan Veit, with epoxy powder-coated
steel rod frame, seat cushion and headrest upholstered in flame-retardant
polyurethane foam, with cover in outer coverings. Potocco.

Lounge chair Menfi, by ETRO Home Interiors Team, with turned
wooden bamboo cane legs and curved seat; combination of two different outdoor
fabrics in a shade of green and a rainforest-inspired pattern. ETRO Home Interiors.

Garden armchair Baia, designed by Christophe Pillet, featuring soft
cushions resting on a base defined by fabric-covered panels. Ethimo.

Signed Chiara Andreatti, Guna, bench/bed in oiled woven iroko with nautical
rope and removable mattress padding. Optional cushions on request. Gervasoni.

Terra, designed by LCM Marin Design Studio, a generously
dimensioned, functional and transverse director’s chair with footrest. Emu.

Sofa from the Costiera furniture collection, designed by Christophe Pillet, with voluminous cushions and seats with technical upholstery defining the structure. Ethimo.

Mass, design Todd Bracher, modular outdoor seating collection with
aluminum internal structure covered with Gravidry filtering polyurethane foam
and fixed on iroko wood legs. Technical fabric coverings for outdoor use. Gandiablasco.

Gatsby sofa, by Ramon Esteve, a new addition to an existing collection, with polycarbonate table lamps in the shape of etched glass. Outer surface fluted with the glass of the lights. Vondom.

Twins collection, designed by Sebastian Herkner, comprising a chair, an armchair, a recliner, and one-, two- and three-seater sofas, available in 100% FSC teak or a combination of pure wood and aluminum. Emu.

Outdoor rocking chair, from the Hashi series, by Federica Biasi, with
minimal iroko structure, steel body and Accardi fabric upholstery. Gervasoni.

Daybed Ria, designed by Alberto Lievore, with rope weave as
backrest and armrests. Additional cushions for absolute comfort. Fast.

Reel swing sofa, designed by Pio and Tito Toso, for three or more people, with tubular structure in hot pre-galvanized steel, seat and back in expanded metal, complemented by a small accessory table and an elegant synthetic leather pocket. Emu.

Gabriele and Oscar Buratti create Flair, a system made up of large poufs in different shapes and sizes, with traditional rectangular modules flanked by others in hexagonal shapes, which can be freely combined for new compositions. Gervasoni.

Keel Light chair, M+V design, with solid iroko wood back, embossed metal rod structure,
painted with epoxy powders, and upholstered seat with rigid underlying shell. Potocco.

Calipso collection, designed by Ilaria Marelli, proposed in three modules, each with
a base in natural teak slats of different sizes. Discreet aluminum structure. Ethimo.

Design Federica Biasi, Brise, a range of round tables with cylindrical bases
in stainless steel and removable tops in Millgres, available in different
sizes and heights, in a dynamic color palette of blue, red and cream. Gervasoni.

With individual seating sections or a complete sofa combination, the Grow furniture series
by Kaschkasch transforms the terrace, balcony or garden into a private lounge. Blomus.

Islablanca, powder-coated aluminum furniture collection, by José A. Gandía-Blasco Canales: sun lounger, armchair, sofa, coffee table, modular units… Seat, back and cushions in polyurethane foam and polyester fiber with water-repellent fabric. Gandiablasco.

Daybed Aikana, by Emmanuel Gallina, with painted aluminum frame
and removable cushions, also available in waterproof version. Fast.

Sofa and armchair Club, in painted tubular steel, woven in PVC thread with internal nylon reinforcement; coffee table Teti,
green-yellow color, with double-glazed anti-freeze fine porcelain stoneware structure. Design Prospero Rasulo. Zanotta.

Coffee table Hishi, by Chiara Andreatti, with round top in bronzed
tempered glass and ceramic base, in peach, sand-gray or chocolate
high-gloss finish, nail at base of top in bronzed brass finish. Potocco.

Armchair from the Africa collection, Eugeni Quitllet design,
with polypropylene base and soft, comfortable textile upholstery. Vondom.

Sunlounger from the Baia collection, design Christophe Pillet. Ethimo.

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The Studio Garden by Land Morphology

Mireille Hanna — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 10:31:06 +0000

Traditional motifs are re-interpreted with industrial materials to give a fresh look to this garden designed by Land Morphology in Wakefield, Rhode Island, USA. Hedges of yews, beech, arborvitae, and boxwood provide a rigorous green architecture to perennials and grasses, which offer color and texture through the seasons.

This award-winning garden surrounds a 1920s-era clapboard home. The overall design is based in a traditional layout with industrial elements. The clients are English and the idea of garden rooms appealed to them. The rooms include an entry court, terrace with fire feature, woodland garden, dining terrace, formal garden with lap pool, two facing pavilions, and a sweeping lawn. Richly planted architectural berms serve as focal points. Concrete and gabion walls terrace the land in striking ways. The arbor over the fire feature defines the space, creating an outdoor room that reinforces intimacy. The pergola creates a strong view from the dining terrace, crosses the lap pool for verve, and provides unexpected approach to the linking of the two pavilions. Richly planted for enjoyment twelve months of the year, the planting design acknowledges the clients’ roots with color and form. The garden provides a romantic overlay to the bold architecture.

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The terraces… in the spotlight

Harmonies — Fri, 28 May 2021 09:44:06 +0000

In summer and winter, the terrace is an extension of the interior. Synonymous with relaxation, comfort and conviviality, it reveals all its importance with the beautiful season. As soon as the warm weather arrives, it transforms into the ultimate reception room, where you can lounge around sipping your coffee after a tiring day at work, where you meet up with family or friends for open-air lunches or for dinners under a starry sky. Whatever its size, we take care to dress it judiciously. Armchairs, trendy deckchairs, lounge chairs, tables, cushions… Get inspired by our selection of designer pieces to laze around all summer.

Zoe outdoor lamps, by Monica Armani, whose organic shapes emit glowing light filtered through the open pattern of knitted textilene, attached to a powder-coated stainless steel frame; and chaise longue from the CTR collection, designed by Piergiorgio Cazzaniga, with structure in powder-coated stainless steel and seat with tricord weave, weather-resistant and ecological fiber based on polyolefin. Tribù.

For outdoor dining in style, Paola Navone offers her new INOUT 871 table with an aged teak structure and a 240 cm top with imitation wood concrete slats. Gervasoni.

High stools from the Pleats collection, designed by Eva Estevez and Jean-François Martin, from the Les Manufacteurs design studio. This new range is made of folded and welded steel, covered with a very resistant epoxy paint, available in many bright or pastel colors. TF Urban.

Chairs and table adjustable in 3 heights, from the Zebra series, from the Lievore Altherr studio. Made of die-cast aluminum, it combines the strength of the material with the lightness of its shapes. Fast.

Shadowy armchair from the M’Afrique range, by Tord Boontje, with varnished steel structure and multicolored plastic threads meticulously braided to give birth to geometric patterns. The braiding technique used is traditionally used in Africa to make fishing nets. Moroso.

Large nest with organic and enveloping shapes, the new INOUT 629 chaise longue, by Paola Navone, in hand-woven kubu rattan, is dedicated to truly special moments of rest. It is completed by a large seat cushion with rounded edges and 5 removable back cushions. Gervasoni.

Reef is the new armchair from the Archirivolto studio, made of fully recyclable aluminum. Inspired by the sailing maneuver performed to reduce the surface of the sail in very strong winds, the structure of the backrest evokes the rope used for ligature, with a wavy effect. A die-cast aluminum seat and a pressed sheet metal backrest, also in aluminum, are added to the tubular structure. Emu.

Sun Tan by Philippe Starck is a generic collection of garden and pool furniture, which finds its elegant simplicity in the minimum. Very light, totally indestructible, easy to stack and store, this range favors ergonomics for extreme functionality. Kartell.

Design Ivan Palmini, XZone is a versatile modular system that respects the environment, suitable for delimiting spaces of varying dimensions. It stems from the idea of the domestic pavilion, a meeting place and conviviality, but it can also be used in urban contexts with different functions. Its X-shaped structure, the origin of the prefix of its name, is made of recyclable aluminum, which makes it extremely light and resistant to atmospheric agents and bad weather. Its cover is formed by anchoring to the fixed shade cloth bars. All+.

From the Martinelli Venezia studio, the Ponente deckchair can be positioned indoors or outdoors. Slide.

Timeless relax armchair and ottoman, by José A. Gandía-Blasco Canales and Borja García, made with powder-coated welded aluminum frame. Polyurethane fly, covered with water repellent fabric. Removable upholstery. Gandiablasco.

Bar stool from the CTR range, by the Italian designer Piergiorgio Cazzaniga, structure made of stainless steel tubes with powder coating of an ultra-durable lacquer and backrest woven in tricord, weather-resistant and ecological fiber based on polyolefin. Tribù.

Armchairs and 2-seater sofa from the Cross collection, by Rodolfo Dordoni, whose feet, characterized by an articulated X joint, are in die-cast aluminum, connected to the seat by a 4-way articulation. The seat and back have a tubular steel structure, while the seat and back are characterized by the interweaving of polyester ropes, in homage to the artisan tradition of the master basket makers of Lake Trasimeno. Emu.

Sale is the new recliner with adjustable backrest, designed by David Lopez Quincoces, perfect for relaxing inside or outside. The structure is in metal tube and covered in technical fabric. The hind feet have large wheels to move it. Living Divani.

Prince Cord Outdoor armchair, by Rodolfo Dordoni, with visible shell made of special braided yarn, aluminum base made using a sophisticated die-casting process and completely removable back and seat cushions, guaranteeing excellent comfort. A footrest with the same finishes can be combined with the armchair. Minotti.

New-Wood Plan lounge chair, from the Lievore Altherr studio, characterized by a revolutionary material made from a natural fiber 100% recyclable and ecological and extremely resistant to humidity, cold, sun and chlorine, while recreating the tactile and visual sensations of wood, in wood effect material. Structure in painted aluminum. Fast.

Dining armchairs and sofa from the CTR series, by the Italian designer Piergiorgio Cazzaniga, with structure composed of long stainless steel tubes, powder-coated with an ultra-durable lacquer and backrest woven in tricord, weather-resistant and ecological fiber based on polyolefin. Tribù.

Armchairs from the Pleats range, designed by Eva Estevez and Jean-François Martin, from the Les Manufacteurs design studio, and made of folded and welded steel covered with a very resistant epoxy paint. TF Urban.

Small dimensions and great functionality are the distinctive characteristics of Nova, collection signed Aldo Ciabatti and composed of seats and a contract table, in tubular steel and drawn sheet metal. The profile of the armrests is very particular, always tubular, with a particular inclination to guarantee maximum comfort. Emu.

Designed by Patricia Urquiola, the Tropicalia armchair is made of black plastic threads, skilfully braided on a light steel structure. The meticulous braiding of the threads following a very precise pattern produces a fascinating visual effect. The intertwined geometric patterns overlap creating more or less opacity. The shadows cast on the ground magnify the seat. The braided threads form a comfortable and flexible seat, which adapts to the shape of the body. In perfect harmony with the seat, the steel structure is covered with a black varnish. Moroso.

The aluminum slats of the Filo bench by Ivan Palmini are varnished or anodized, available in several finishes and offer endless possibilities for customization through coverings with laminate or forex panels. All+.

York Cord Outdoor seat, by Rodolfo Dordoni, featuring a cord frame, available in a range of natural sand, forest green and charcoal tones, and supported by a new metal base with 2 finishes to choose from; and Van Dyck Outdoor table from the same designer, characterized by a sculptural base, made up of 3 welded metal tubes of 10 cm in diameter and 1 round top in Cardoso stone or silver Beola stone. Minotti.

T-Table, by Mark Merckx, with steel structure and lava stone top, available in 4 sizes and 3 finishes; and Regista Dining Chair, by Monica Armani, made from a durable hand-woven fiber. The use of powder coated stainless steel results in a slim and elegant profile. Tribù.

Sinuosity, softness, harmony, fluidity of the lines in contrast with the rigidity of the material: this is only the starting point of the Modern collection, by Chiaramonte-Marin, composed of chairs, armchairs and stools and made entirely of steel . The structure is tubular, while the stretched sheet metal of the seat and backrest presents a fine weave and a unique interlacing. Emu.

Timeless modular system, signed José A. Gandía-Blasco Canales and Borja García and manufactured with powder-coated welded aluminum frame and teak, polyurethane fly covered with water-repellent fabric and removable upholstery. Gandiablasco.

The tubular structure of the Nef armchair, by Patrick Norguet, blends in with a stamped sheet seat. The interweaving of the polyester ropes, whose mesh pattern is made with clips of AISI 316 steel, gives a natural feeling of comfort and warmth. The grid fixing system is innovative. Emu.

Design Ivan Palmini, the light shape of the Teso table is obtained thanks to the simple and essential elements that compose it: 2 metal legs, forming the support and the structure, and 1 plan made with wooden planks arranged side by side and held by the very shape of the foot. All+.

For outdoor dining in style, Paola Navone offers her new INOUT 871 table with an aged teak structure and a 240 cm wooden slatted top. Around the table too, 2 new wooden chairs: INOUT 865, with aged teak structure and wide and irregular mesh weaving in gray HDPE, and INOUT 866 with armrests. Gervasoni.

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InSitu Garden by Land Morphology

Harmonies — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 12:27:52 +0000

InSitu Garden integrates landscape structures, rich plantings and art to create a spiritually and emotionally inspiring garden. “The eight acres of InSitu are designed as a series of twelve-plus garden rooms that are harmonious with a spiritual quality that inspires the visitor to relax and form a deeper connection to the land,” notes designer Richard Hartlage. The garden was designed over a thirteen-year period.

Eight water features act as focal points, helping to organize space and highlight a collection of figurative art that is placed throughout the landscape. A symmetrically-organized sunken garden with sentinels of upright beech trees under-planted with roses is visible from the auto court, house and living terraces. The swimming pool and formal fountain garden are set in a picturesque landscape planted with meadows, woodland gardens, and lawns. Each garden room offers expansive vistas through the garden and to the distant hills. The approach to the property is through a tree-lined lane into a red gravel-surfaced parking court with a central medallion of the cardinal points. The main living terraces step down from the house to a large lawn designed for entertaining. Features in the living spaces include a wisteria-covered rustic arbor, water feature made from locally sourced and milled white oak, and a dining terrace that is shaded by a 75-year-old copper beech tree. The outdoor kitchen and pizza oven are concealed behind a large-scale outdoor fire place. Eight water features, an outdoor kitchen, recreational facilities, arbors, walls, portals, terraces, and walks provide a rich mix of experiences.

The garden highlights local craft, materials and details, emphasizing a sustainable approach to construction and ongoing maintenance. Stone – including site-collected material and blue stone quarried within 75 miles of the garden – is used for terraces and site walls. “Plantings are more than 75% native. We tried to capture the essence of the Connecticut landscape by using locally available materials and plants native to the northeast, this create a profound unity in the garden while creating a place that speaks to the unique beauty of the region,” notes Hartlage. An emphasis on native plants provides environmental resiliency and allows the garden to fit beautifully into the Connecticut countryside.

The garden was designed to reflect a simple design motif that fits well into its surroundings. Its contemplative and beautiful character provides formal entertaining space and respite from life in New York City. The firm continues to review design intent and maintenance to assure an impeccably managed garden that has been called one of the most significant gardens in Connecticut.

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Transforming the exterior into a living space

Harmonies — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 11:18:06 +0000

As soon as the good weather arrives, the garden reveals itself and becomes a living space in its own right, fitted out as an interior. Everything is at our disposal to live outdoor in style. We set up a dining room, a few deckchairs and a relaxing outdoor area. Let yourself be inspired by this rich collection of furniture unique by their quality, innovation and creativity. Armchairs, coffee tables, chairs, sun loungers and any other object necessary for delicious days in the garden, by the pool, on the beach or on the terrace, choose the authentic design.

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