The American dream of the 50s relives in a perfect balance between the slender elements of the metal structure and the soft and welcoming shapes of Bahia armchair. The armchair, together with the Bahia chair, from which it draws inspiration, defines a new family of products: a collection for transversal use, from residential to hospitality contexts.
The assembly of curved lines and simple metallic tubular elements creates a balanced shape. The main characteristic of Bahia armchair is the curved backrest that extends forward in a single line, allowing the arms to rest freely while enveloping the users back for maximum comfort. The upholstery, in fabric or leather, is completely removable. Comfortable from the first glance, thanks to its organic shapes, the collection is also characterised by slender legs in metal, flexing outwardly: it is the frame, thin but rigorous, that highlights, through contrast, the sinuousness of the backrest and seat.
Mauro Lipparini
Born in 1970 in Bruxelles (Belgium). After studying Political Sciences and Marketing Management, Alain Gilles went on to work in the financial world. Then, he went back to studying Industrial design in France. He opened its own studio in 2007 in order to pursue his own dreams and develop his personal approach to product design, furniture design, art direction and interior architecture. In 2012, he was named “Designer of the Year” by the prestigious Interieur Kortrijk Fair”. A pillar in the evolutionary path of Bonaldo that signed great successes like the Big Table, an icon of international design which this year celebrates its 10th anniversary. Other popular pieces created for Bonaldo include the Welded table, which in 2013 received the “Red dot: best of the best” recognition among the best design projects. The Eddy relaxing armchair, which was presented at the Salone de Mobile 2017, received the Honoree mention of the "Best of The Year Award".
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