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Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Africa” dining chairs for Maxalto, cognac leather, walnut, burl and brass, Italy, 1975

Part of the Artona collection, the Africa chairs are distinguished by their sculptural forms and refined combination of materials. Each chair features a solid walnut frame with slender rectangular sections, accented by richly figured burl wood and brass details. The curved plywood seat is upholstered in cognac leather, while the backrest rises in a distinctive sculptural form, crafted from a single piece of wood and divided into two symmetrical sections. Originally hand-finished and assembled individually, the chairs reflect the Scarpas’ meticulous approach to craftsmanship and material expression. by @simplyaboutdesign

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For over a century, furniture and objects have been made that are more than functional, sculptures with purpose, ideas given form. Simply About Design brings these rare pieces together, a collection defined by proportion, material, and presence.

We’re moving and reopening in a new home in Vienna on October 3rd. Join us for an evening of drinks, conversation, and design worth talking about.

Wurmsergasse 8/13, 1150 Vienna
14-20h

See you soon🫶🏻 taken in Vienna, Austria by @simplyaboutdesign

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A new space for Simply About Design.

Over the past few months, we’ve been busy moving into our new studio and we couldn’t be happier with the result.

More space, more furniture, and more room to work, create and bring together the pieces we love.

The studio is slowly coming together and there’s still a lot to discover. It’s already open for visits by appointment, and we’re looking forward to welcoming you into the new space.

We’re also planning a proper opening party very soon.

More details follow. by @simplyaboutdesign

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The Lara sofa by Roberto Pamio, designed with Renato Toso and Noti Massari for Stilwood in 1968, is a seminal work of Italian mid-century design, defined by its modular, sculptural composition and architectural presence. Conceived as a system of interlocking elements, it transcends conventional upholstery, operating instead as a spatial form articulated through geometry and volume.

Engineered around a layered foam construction, the Lara maintains both structural clarity and enduring comfort. Both conceptually progressive and formally resolved, it remains a landmark in Pamio’s oeuvre and a defining example of early modular seating design by @simplyaboutdesign

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The Pianura sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, designed in the 1971, is a refined exploration of horizontality and proportion, where seating is conceived as a low, expansive landscape. Defined by its linear clarity and modular logic, the design emphasizes continuity and balance over articulation. by @simplyaboutdesign

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The Cassina Cab 412, designed in 1977 by Italian architect and designer Mario Bellini, is a landmark in modern furniture design. With its revolutionary concept of “dressing” a chair like a tailored garment, Bellini combined craftsmanship, material integrity, and sculptural elegance in a way that remains striking today. by @simplyaboutdesign

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The MP-41 is a refined expression of Brazilian modern design, combining sculptural clarity with visual lightness.
Its articulated Pau Ferro frame supports a generously tufted seat that appears to float within the structure, creating a poised balance between softness and precision.
Subtle detailing reflects Lafer’s philosophy of integrating comfort, durability, and formal restraint. by @simplyaboutdesign

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8 months ago

The Herbert Hirche serving trolley, designed in 1956 and produced by Holzäpfel, is a landmark of post-war German rationalist design. Its clean, minimalist structure consists of slender metal angles supporting two satin-finished, ribbed glass shelves, exemplifying Hirche’s mastery of reduction and functional elegance.

Hirche, a Bauhaus-trained designer and key figure in Germany’s post-war design movement, combined rigorous craftsmanship with practicality. Beyond furniture, he was instrumental in shaping modern design at Braun and served as Professor and later Rector of Interior Architecture and Furniture Design at the State Academy of Fine Arts in Stuttgart. by @simplyaboutdesign

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The MP-81 sofa by Percival Lafer, designed in the 1970s, is an exceptional and incredibly rare two-seater example of Brazilian mid-century modern design - nearly all surviving pieces are either lounge chairs or three-seater sofas. Upholstered in original dark brown leather and set on a sculptural jacaranda wood base, this sofa exemplifies Lafer’s meticulous approach to ergonomics, comfort, and technical craftsmanship.

Its construction features a solid internal frame supporting a continuous seat and backrest, while molded fiberglass shells are joined into a single rigid element, combining strength with a seamless aesthetic.

Technically sophisticated and materially refined, this rare MP-81 two-seater stands as a striking testament to Lafer’s lasting impact on Brazilian modern furniture design. by @simplyaboutdesign

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