Contemporary yet distinctive, Connery is a seating system whose aesthetic and formal quality is immediately apparent with pure lines and an architectural charm reminiscent of Mid-Century Modern American style. A skilful blend of materials and elegant finishes add an 'haute couture' feel to this project by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti.
A highly versatile base system, a level of composition that's equal to the choice and combination of materials, Connery demonstrates a unique personality. The geometrical nature of the base creates an original contrast with the soft seat, as well as the structure of the back and armrests. The back forms a single volume with the armrest featuring by a 45° slot in the corner. The upholstered structural base, as well as the fabric covers, can be adorned with in leather strips fabricated using a luggage making technique This concept of high-end leather goods is also found in the headrests and in the elegant "C" Flap shelves which are harmoniously integrated into the seating elements offering great dynamism when it comes to arrangements. On the front, thin, glossy, brandy-coloured metal plates lift the structural base off of the ground. In addition to enhancing the sofa's beauty by evoking the metallic parts of suitcases and trunks, they also confer a feeling of lightness.
Carefully structured and customisable, the Connery range by Minotti also includes, deeper chaise longues and elements with circular lines that can be combined with the sofa such as islands.
Born in Paris in 1949, Philippe Starck is one of today's most original and prolific designers. Philippe Starck has become a hallowed figure of international design. A self-proclaimed "autodidact" after a spell at the Camondo school, he was already a company director even before he came of age. An inspired Jack-of-all-trades, he has no hesitation in revisiting the styles and icons of the past. While he regularly works in the world of luxury, he is also credited with democratising design. He has worked extensively with a wide range of industrial partners, particularly furniture manufacturers such as Cassina, Driade and Kartell. The Mademoiselle bridge combines an airy polycarbonate structure with a comfortable seat in polyurethane upholstered in fabrics emblematic of various Italian designers (Missoni, D&G and Valentino). He won major prizes such as the Grand Prix National de la Création industrielle and the Honor Award from the American Institute of Architects. Philippe Starck describes himself as "a Japanese architect, an American set designer, a German industrial designer, a French art director and an Italian furniture designer". He also works with lighting and tableware manufacturers such as Baccarat and Flos on the KTribe collection.
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DRIADE
Founded in 1968 by Enrico Astori, Antonia Astori, and Adelaide Acerbi, the brand Driade originates from Italy. Since then, the Italian company Driade has continuously collaborated with renowned designers to promote a true philosophy of living. Sophisticated and elegant, the house of Driade is defined as the home of a collector. Art objects and everyday items blend harmoniously, embodying the vision of Driade. Creativity in every product is the company’s mission. Being open to differences makes the Driade project forward-looking. Driade champions style and rejects any principle of uniformity, allowing everyone the freedom to create in their own way.