His art has inspired the levity, elegance and the idea behind the design of this series: a skeleton having simple geometric lines and rounded surfaces, with an eye to its surroundings: a continuous game of empty and solid spaces.

When designing this project, and before the changes dictated by reason and by production and marketing needs, we imagined a series of joints and grafts between the various surfaces by means of a multi-lobed cross similar to the “Piloni”, pillars and the typical architectural reliefs in Bernini’s designs. The continuous movement caused by a succession of convex and concave spaces has somehow inspired the design of a leg/hinge/joint which although subsequently simplified, has become the key element of this collection.

Our wish to name it after Bernini, justified by the initial inspiration and which can today only be detected by following in succession the several formal changes made, wants to be also a tribute to Rome and to Italy. Bernini was born in Naples, but worked in many parts of Italy. He was insistently invited by Louis XVI to travel to Paris for the building of the Louvre, but he was above all an artist of Rome to which, thanks to St Peter’s colonnade, his name is linked.

black painted metal frame, top with acid etched glass on top and black painted under part, black softan leather modesty panel.

Leather, glass and metal, exciting materials for total comfort in your work station.

Blending table desks and freestanding and wall mounted storage cabinets provides the flexibility to create the appropriate private office that meets the aesthetic and functional objectives. In addition to Antenna storage components, Template is ideal as a “work wall” in a private office.

The refinement of detail is also found in the back, which incorporates a standard height adjustable lumbar support, with the possibility of including a comfortable back support in PU. Optional adjustable headrest and an optional rear hanger. Overtime is available in black or grey net, with a black or grey base in plastic or polished aluminum.

Harmony and charm: white enhances primary colors and blends in the matt finish of the structure. ]]> http://www.lamercanti.com/articoli/quadrifoglio-X8/ LaMercanti - info@lamercanti.com Tue, 27 Sep 2011 18:03:17 PST http://www.lamercanti.com/articoli/doimo-office-ALA/ Ala modern desk by Doimo Office: it’s a programme for executive areas and it offers some solutions characterized by an exclusive design. The name ala embodies the thin and curved image of the profile, but it also alludes to the material of which it is composed (aluminium). Aesthetic components and functionality go hand in hand with the most advanced technological know-how. The profile has been designed to obtain a strong contrast between large, softly curved surfaces and thin edges.

The structural and functional complexities of the desk are hidden behind this clean image: they are the aluminium ribs, wiring interspaces, metal nodes and profile processing. A table designed with contrasts: an aluminium wing that is generous and robust but thin on the edge.

The first treatment stage after tanning consists in hand cutting the skins to the required shape. The pieces are then paired with a calf skin to make them resistant to tear. Then they are precision cut using a template to guarantee the perfect shape. Finally the pieces of alligator skin and calf skin are sewn together. All the sewn pieces can then be gradually assembled to make the armchair upholstery. When all the pieces have been sewn together to make the armchair upholstery the alligator skin is ready for the last treatment. The skin is hand dabbed with a protective cream twice and finally it is polished.

* La Mercanti is authorized Mascheroni distributor.

* La Mercanti is authorized Mascheroni distributor.

* La Mercanti is authorized Mascheroni distributor.

* La Mercanti is authorized Mascheroni distributor.

* La Mercanti is authorized Mascheroni distributor.

Great simplicity for total practicality and rational use of the various workstation solutions. The characteristic flexibility of accessories and supports allows maximum efficiency even in smaller spaces. The large double worktop demonstrates this versatility.

From individual workstations to aggregate compositions, GAP opens up new solutions for teamwork and creative collaboration, thanks to the versatility of its parts and simple combination systems. The form integrates with the storage elements that become structure, responding to the dynamism required by furnishings.

GAP interprets the office space by combining an evolution in working methods and ergonomic rigour. Simple concepts: combinable elements create compositions based on strong functionality by reducing components, simplifying forms and using compositional logic.

NICE is the new reception system of LAS Mobili designed for not passing unnoticed. Nice welcomes and it does so in the best way: with the elegance of its rear lacquered glass; with the sophistication of its finishing, shiny and matt; with the frontal faces in back lighted satinized glass that mark and orient the reception area; with the functionality of holding elements that become integral part of a sophisticated design. Bright signs, materials in contrast wisely mixed, lines perfectly rational.

NICE, very nice!

SLIDE, full height sliding door system with minimal profiles. The panels freely slide supported by tracks which can have one, two or more runways, thus offering the possibility to create different openings. The sliding system includes a self-closing mechanism equipped with a shock-absorber.

PAN is a sliding door system with aluminium frame on which two tempered glasses are glued on the external side. The result is a monolithic panel of great emotional impact. The embedded handles are mounted on the horizontal beam or directly on the glass.

FLAT: hinged doors collection with one or two panels, painted aluminium structure and tempered 6 mm glass panel in the standard finishes. Telescopic aluminium false frame for flush with the wall installation.

STEP: hinged doors collection with one or two panels, painted aluminium structure and tempered 6 mm glass panel in the standard finishes. Telescopic aluminium false frame for lean on wall installation.

COVER: hinged doors collection with one or two panels, painted aluminium structure and tempered 6 mm glass panel in the standard finishes. To be mounted on the traditional wooden false frame; the telescopic frame includes cover profiles.

INSIDE: concealed sliding doors collection with one or two panels, painted aluminium structure and tempered 6 mm glass panel in the standard finishes. They are installed in the normal concealed cages completed with the appropriate cover profiles.

POLE B: hinged doors system with 8 mm tempered glass which rotate supported by aluminium rods fixed at floor and ceiling. Available in the single and double version, with different kinds of handles and locks.

POLE S: sliding doors system with 8 mm tempered glass which slide on aluminium tracks to be fixed at wall. Simple and elegant, it is available in the single and double version, with different kinds of handles and locks.

Pole self supporting system has several solutions and can be organised according to your needs; in highlight, the big opening in the glass, with courtesy shelf for public contact. The connection profile between the rods permits to “link” the uprights and to create the needed angles for the self supporting system, this profile can lodge indirect LED lights and components for direct light.

Goggle desk is a project designed for future oriented managers and executives, able to mix functionality and elegance. It is an elite presidential designed for those who love to set themselves apart from the crowd, which recognises the importance of having an object of design in their office, not a simple desk, but an article of furniture which leaves visitors and guests pleasantly surprised and breathless.