Behind the apparent formal simplicity, the roundness of volumes and the lightweight of thickness, takes shape a more well-structured project: Daphne modern easy chairs.
The rounded seat cushion is completed by a curved upholstered backrest, crossed by two vertical quilts that underline the high couture quality level. These components are customisable thanks to the choice of the upholstery: completely in leather or customer own material for a unique style. The harmony of this unique piece is completed by its base. It is supported by four slender tapered legs, and it is characterised by rounded shapes that perfectly coexist with the seat and backrest. The metal end-feet in a brushed anthracite finish, complete the geometric design that characterises the Daphne armchairs and matches perfectly with the Bignè collection of modern coffee tables.
Emanuela Garbin and Mario dell’Orto founded Opera Work in Progress in 1990 to combine the different experiences they had gained in the same professional background, in particular industrial design, planning and product design; they have created numerous products for Porada including the successful Giolino and Giolo mirrors, the Daphne armchair and the Chantal console.
Porada
Everything ‘s born from the love of wood. The solid wood, worked with the craftsmanship of those who know how to turn a log into a piece of artwork. Porada has its origin in this passion. It was established in 1968 by Luigi Allievi with the aim of expanding the production of chairs, started in 1948.
The Porada collection is wide and varied, made up of a multitude of occasional furniture developed in cooperation with designers as Marconato and Zappa, Carlo Ballabio, David Dolcini, Emmanuel Gallina, Patrick Jouin, Tarcisio Colzani, Staffan Tollgard, Studio Opera, Gino Carollo, Dainelli Sudio and Studio Buratti among the others.