Wood-Mimicking Furniture Sets
Raffaello Galiotto Designs a Stool and Table Collection for Nardi
The Italian outdoor furniture brand Nardi decided to tap designer Raffaello Galiotto for a chic and durable stool and table collection. There is something special about the Stack Stool and the Combo Table, however. Their exterior is made to mimic the texture and appearance of strips of wood. Thus, Raffaello Galiotto drew inspiration from the timeless aesthetic of traditional timber furniture. However, the stool and table he produced for Nardi were made out of 100 percent recyclable regenerated polypropylene. This actually contributes to the lightness of the pieces and because Nardi treated the Stack Stool and the Combo Table, the two are weatherproof, durable, and suitable for outdoor use. To top it all off, Nardi's collection is adjustable and space-saving—the stools can be stacked, and table's height can be adjusted.
Trend Themes
1. Wood-mimicking Furniture - There is an opportunity for eco-friendly furniture that mimics the appearance of traditional timber furniture.
2. Recycled Polypropylene - Manufacturers can explore the use of 100% recyclable materials to produce furniture that is lightweight, durable and weatherproof.
3. Adjustable & Space-saving Furniture - There is a potential for designing furniture that is multi-functional and space-saving.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture - Furniture manufacturers can explore the use of eco-friendly materials that mimic the appearance and texture of traditional timber furniture.
2. Recycling - Manufacturers can focus on producing furniture made with 100% recyclable materials and promoting sustainability.
3. Outdoor Furniture - There is a potential for designing outdoor furniture with eco-friendly materials that are lightweight, durable, and weatherproof.