If brands were products, then Cassina would be the ultimate design classic. Sure, the pedigree Italian manufacturer has more history-shaping furniture and lighting pieces in its collection than you could shake a stick at – authored by such maestri as Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Gerrit Rietveld, Gio Ponti, and Charles and Ray Eames – but it also maintains its relevance via judiciously selected, forward-facing collaborations, driven by research, innovation and experimentation.
‘In the middle of the desert, waiting for your chauffeur, it is always good to sit on your bag,' says design legend Philippe Starck of his latest project for Cassina, the sartorially sophisticated Somewhere El-S seating collection, which some of you may seen its exquisitely finished flesh during Milan Design Week.
What does the mercurial creative mean by this? I invite you to read on to find out. And, while you’re at it, discover Cassina’s specially curated presentation of modernist visionary Charlotte Perriand’s work to commemorate the 20th anniversary of its eponymously named collection, as well as bold new additions to the brand’s portfolio courtesy of Patricia Urquiola, Carlo Scarpa and Barber Osgerby.
Simon Keane-Cowell – Editor-in-Chief | | | Cassina and Philippe Starck: 30 years of creative synergy | | Paying tribute to three decades of collaboration, Italian design powerhouse Cassina and industrial designer Philippe Starck revealed an elegant and eclectic collection for the sleeping area at this year’s Milan Design Week.
Read more | | | 20th anniversary of the Charlotte Perriand Collection | | There’s no doubt Charlotte Perriand was a visionary of modern design. Commemorating her lasting influence, Cassina brings to life an exclusive selection of never mass-produced models and unveils previously unseen versions of icons already in catalogue.
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Facts & Figures
Founded: 1927 by Cesare and Umberto Cassina
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Headquarters: Meda, Italy
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Products: Furniture in the luxury segment, for both outdoors and indoors as well as private and public spaces
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Philosophy: 'The Cassina Perspective' expresses the company’s values through an eclectic collection where innovative products and modern icons come together to create welcoming environments, dialoguing according to a unique design code based on excellence. | | | | | Ventaglio (limited edition) | | | | | Bold, comfortable seating: Cornaro, Dudet, Tamburound | | Cassina continues to grow its portfolio, now featuring three eye-catching models that make a strong statement in any interior while offering the exceptional comfort that characterises the brand.
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