MC16 - Forcina

MC21 Leva by Foster + Partners

Studio OE aimed to create a mobile extension of architecture that would seamlessly blend into the living space and that invites to define its use according to individual needs.

RADICE finds its underlying beauty and simplicity in its structure.

MC20 Cugino by Konstantin Grcic

"The sustainable approach was to separate the materials and specify the components: wood, recycled feathers and fabric. Then I asked myself what comfort was, a backrest and a seat to sink into.

The gently carved wooden pieces are held in place by bent metal rods - while wood remains the main actor, the metal parts play a fundamental role in the construction.

This robust yet simple and refined furniture family was thought to be used in cafès and restaurants, which is why it offers great flexibility - both in use and in the variations proposed.

The smooth geometry that joins the backrest, armrests and legs is the formal language of injection—molded plastic, and it’s surprising to see in wood.

<<We designed an object in plain wood but not in regular plain wood, the quality of the wood literally makes the object, like the best piece of meat would make the refinement of a dish.>&g

"The expression of craftsmanship here lies in the careful execution, the choice of wood, the finish, the perfection.

"Design is an unpredictable process. While designing the Zampa stools I never imagined we would add a chair and an armchair to the family.

I observed that the power of the robot, the repetition of the machine and the skills of the craftsmen already have synchronised relationships at Mattiazzi, where each process is as carefully select

The concept and charm is a canvas sling suspended from a frame: the most simple construction and a surprisingly comfortable seating experience.

Designed by Foster + Partners in collaboration with the Italian manufacturer Mattiazzi, the chair brings together an honesty of materiality with a deep understanding of CNC technology to create a u

DOPO is the second collection designed by Studio OE for Mattiazzi.

The design for the FACILE came about as a result of our quest to build a bridge between the product ranges in the Mattiazzi collection.