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Lovely furnishings made with prestigious materials to adorn the home with originality and luxury, but also perfect on board by Marta Bernasconi
Lightly processed marble features in the Ovale table from the Mariani Collection, distributed by Design and More by Mariani. Its low height and minimalistic base means the structural element remains almost invisible. The marble top, also available in lacquered wood, seems to float in the air, exerting a strong, highly distinctive scenic presence in relaxation and lounge areas.
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Above, a versatile shading element designed to blend smoothly into a variety of architectural settings and landscapes. The Kolibrie sail shade by Ke is attached to a single stainless steel support column. Center: The Lumen lantern by Rabitti 1969 is inspired by traditional leather suitcases. The ideal solution for creating lighting accents, it comprises an aluminium structure that emphasises construction details and transparent or frosted glass tube. Below, the Quadri di Luce collection is the reissue of a series of framed wall lamps designed by Gio Ponti. Created to furnish prestigious homes, they are now brought up to date with LED light sources. by Pollice
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The swimming pool as an architectural presence that is a source of well-being. This is the philosophy underpinning the design style of Edilfare Piscine, which aims to break free from the enduring trend of the totally-enclosed swimming pool by seeking integration between geometric shapes and the surrounding landscape. A further exclusive element is a feng shui consultancy service that examines the project to ensure it complies with the requirements of this ancient Eastern discipline.
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Ethimo’s concept is based on an outdoor furnishings innovation and the brand’s desire to emphasise the intrinsic beauty of natural materials and artisanal production techniques. One of the new creations is Rafael project, investigating new possibilities in the dining setting – the tables and seats highlight the natural and tactile characteristics of the materials, including statuary marble and lava stone recalling the colours of the sea.
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A versatile furnishing element with a multitude of uses, the coffee table is the subject of often surprising creative experimentation. One example is Matrix – with its light, essential appearance based on a play of heights and dimensions it is an example of Gianfranco Ferré Home’s contemporary style. The moveable surfaces are clad in leather with stitched trim and rest on a structure with black chrome finish.
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