The Maisonnette Collection by Simone Simonelli Fulfills Dual Purposes
Meghan Young — May 15, 2012 — Art & Design
References: simonesimonelli.it & whitezine
The Maisonnette Collection is a contemporary, clean-lined furniture series. Wiry, minimalist and rather quirky, the pieces were designed by Simone Simonelli, a young industrial designer based in Bozen, Italy. Although each design looks very simple, they fulfill dual purposes that meets "the contemporary need of sharing functions in the microliving spaces," as written by the designer.
Made up of a three pieces, the Maisonnette Collection is highly practical. The clothes stand can also be used as a mini wardrobe, the table as a cart and the basket as a tray. Aesthetically simple, the Maisonnette Collection serves many functions to ensure that people get the most out of it.
The Maisonnette Collection is made out of solid alder wood beautifully treated with natural varnish and held together with a sturdy iron rod structure.
Made up of a three pieces, the Maisonnette Collection is highly practical. The clothes stand can also be used as a mini wardrobe, the table as a cart and the basket as a tray. Aesthetically simple, the Maisonnette Collection serves many functions to ensure that people get the most out of it.
The Maisonnette Collection is made out of solid alder wood beautifully treated with natural varnish and held together with a sturdy iron rod structure.
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