Piana, also known as Alessichair, is a folding chair designed by David Chipperfield for Alessi and produced by Lamm. Made of fibreglass-reinforced polypropylene, Piana is 100% recyclable and can be used both indoors and outdoors. The extreme simplicity of the shape is accompanied by high levels of manoeuvrability. The back of the chair is only 7cm long when folded, making it very easy to handle. Piana is only 3cm in depth, emphasising the lightness of this model designed for both public and residential use: in the dining room, kitchen, office or terrace. Piana can be used and stored as required, but it can also be used permanently, just like any other chair.
Color
Noir
Dimensions
open L 46cm x D 52cm x H 78cm, Seat H 44.5cm, Closed L 46cm x D 7cm x H 90cm
In 1921, Giovanni Alessi founded the Italian company Alessi. Since 1929, the company has focussed on producing nickel- or silver-plated copper tableware. When Carlo Alessi, Giovanni's son, was appointed design director in 1935, handcrafting methods were replaced by industrial manufacturing. In 1955, the company began collaborating with world-renowned architects and designers such as Richard Sapper, Ettore Sottsass, and later, Philippe Starck and Marcel Wanders. Alessi makes design accessible by focussing on useful, humorous and visually appealing home accessories. Most of its products have become design classics that are sold and exhibited around the world.