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Naoto Fukasawa by B&B Italia
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Brand: B&B Italia
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Minimalism and basic lines mark long upholstered benches, with or without back, which convey a sense of comfort and weightlessness. The back, which look small in comparison to the seat, ends with a short fold-back part at the top on which to rest the arms comfortably while seated. A curved joint shaped like a quarter-circle enables to combine benches of different sizes, with or without backs, to create seats of various lengths and shapes, producing original landscapes in public areas. In addition, an elegant wooden board can be placed on the seat to act as a top or service element.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Sinuously enveloping and designed to extend the existing collection of armchairs and ottomans of the same name, the Harbor two-seater sofa stands out for its sculptural, ergonomic shape, made possible by a frame in polyurethane foam typical of the B&B Italia design culture. Whether upholstered in fabric or in leather, Harbor comes with a visible metal zipper at the rear of the backrest, a decorative trim that allows the cover to be removed.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Although small in size, the Piccola Papilio armchair ensures exceptional comfort. The backrest is designed as two “wings” that support the back and welcome the user with the graceful movement of a butterfly, or “papilio” in Latin. Upholstered either in fabric or leather, the armchair stands out for its fluid, truncated cone shape and for the zipper placed on the backrest, a decorative and functional feature common to the entire Papilio series.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Harbor Laidback is a versatile and innovative armchair that redefines the concept of relaxation continuing the tradition of the Harbor armchairs, a classic it shares the origin of the inverted truncated cone shape and the harmonious and flowing line. Equipped with a swivel aluminium base with four spokes, Harbor Laidback has an unprecedented mechanism, perfectly hidden in the frame, that allows the simultaneous movement of the backrest and the seat. To control the movement, all you have to do is operate a lever strategically placed between the cushion and the armrest: once you have reached the most comfortable position, you release the lever and the backrest stops at the desired angle. To increase the feeling of well-being, the seat accompanies the backrest and moves almost unnoticeably. Harbor Laidback also features a height-adjustable upholstered headrest, distinguished by its distinctive counterweight, and can be combined with a cosy matching footrest and a round ottoman with removable wood tray. The upholstery is available in leather or fabric embellished with an elegant saddle stitch that recalls the sophistication of saddlery and underlines the harmony of the shapes. The zip that crosses the backrest is an aesthetic and functional element that once again reveals the harmony with the Harbor family. In terms of form and materials, the identity of Harbor Laidback is born hybrid, adaptable to work environments as well as purely domestic spaces. The calibrated proportions and the height of the top of the seat make Harbor Laidback the ideal place to use a computer or tablet, to have a video call or enjoy a movie, to concentrate on a report or to retreat with a good book.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Grande Papilio is an armchair that welcomes you gracefully – with the graceful movement of a butterfly, or “papilio” in Latin. Marked by a strong personality fluidly designed around an upside-down truncated cone, the generously large upper section of the backrest and the welcoming and sinuous shape of the seat ensure utmost comfort to the user. The backrest, characterised by a visible zipper that allows the cover to be removed, is designed as two wings that envelop and protect the head, emphasising the feeling of comfort and offering peace and tranquillity. Upholstered in either fabric or leather, Grande Papilio is fitted with a swivelling system and can be complemented by a matching ottoman serving as a footrest, for total relaxation. Grande Papilio is a highly iconic product that has given life to a complete series, inclusive of chairs, small armchairs and a bed.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Enveloping and sinuous, the Harbor armchair with armrests stands out for its sculptural design. It comes in two ergonomically designed versions: a relaxing armchair with a high backrest and headrest, and another with a low back fostering conversation. Both come with a swivel base and a visible metal zipper on the rear of the backrest, allowing the cover to be removed. The armchairs can be matched with an ottoman, onto which a tray can be rested for use as a small table. The series also includes a two-seater sofa.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Forming part of the iconic seating collection of the same name, the Papilio Shell chair comes either with a shell entirely in polypropylene or with a polypropylene shell padded and covered in fabric or leather. The base comes in several versions: with four steel or wooden legs, with a swivel four-spoke frame, or with a fixed four-spoke frame with wheels. The shape of the back of Papilio Shell calls to mind the multicoloured wings of a butterfly ready to take flight. It is this detail that inspired the name, “papilio” being the Latin term for butterfly.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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A chair and stool in two heights, Papilio can be used in formal contexts, while also allowing for a more informal use by leaning on one of the back’s “wings”, inspired by those of a butterfly (or “Papilio” in Latin). The formal balance derives from the constant thickness of the shell and from the shape of the seat, which is sinuous in the upper part and then merges with the light steel frame. Upholstered in either leather or fabric, Papilio’s cover can be removed using a metal zipper on the back, a functional and decorative detail that characterises the entire line of chairs of the same name.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Upholstered either in fabric or leather and suited to both residential and public spaces, Mini Papilio echoes the characteristics of the iconic Grande Papilio armchair, only on a smaller scale. The playful design features a swivel base allowing 360 degree rotation with automatic return to the pre-set position. The image is that of a chair that welcomes you gracefully – with the graceful movement of a butterfly, or “papilio” in Latin. Fluidly designed around an upside-down truncated cone, the welcoming and sinuous shape of the seat and back ensures utmost comfort to the user. The wings that extend beyond the sides of the chair emphasise the feeling of comfort by supporting the hips and back.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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The Belle wooden chair stands out for its rounded lines and leather upholstered seat. The round section legs are given a classical feel by curving slightly outwards in the lower part. Towards the top they join up with the backrest to create elegant, elbow-shaped armrests. The backrest comes in two versions: in wood, in the same finishes as the frame, or upholstered in leather to match the seat. With a clever play of literary and stylistic references, the Belle chair is the delicate, feminine counterpart to the Bull table, but can easily be combined with other models as well.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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The single-material Papilio bed, available in five sizes, stands out for its continuous line and attractive proportions. Upholstered either in fabric or in leather, Papilio features the same clean lines as the armchairs of the same name, though with slightly less conical sides. The mattress is placed almost flush with the perimeter to enhance the overall sense of rigour.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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From the very first glance the Siena bed’s airy image is striking with the projecting base that defines the entire perimeter of the bed and which, at the back, becomes a convenient surface to place books and accessories. The backrest is inclined to offer an ideal relaxing position. Impressive from behind, it can even be placed at the centre of the room.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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The Bull table communicates the immediate impression of a very object thanks to the legs with an ample round section, which although slightly inclined seem to be solidly “planted in the ground”, and in contrast a slim top that seems simply to be resting lightly on the frame. Available in two sizes, Bull can be entirely in oak wood or with an oak structure and top in marble.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Colosseo fits smoothly into the highly successful product category of accessories, furnishing elements that change function according to occasion and need, and for Colosseo this means transforming from coffee table to ottoman. When designing this new product, Fukasawa arrived at the shape he was searching for by considering a solid in the form of an upside-down truncated cone, lightened by arch-shaped grooves that define the surface, creating an assonance with the structure of the famous Roman arena it is named after. Made of hard polyurethane painted in several glossy colours, Colosseo is available in two sizes.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Elegantly asymmetrical, Awa is a versatile object, a service table to be placed wherever a support surface is needed. It is available in white Cristalplant®, a material suitable to be used both indoors and outdoors, and in hard polyurethane in many satin and glossy colours that bring an energy boost to any room and style.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Homogeneous white Corian®, thin surfaces and strong geometrical features make the bookcase Shelf X exclusive item, important presence that is also almost immaterial.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Homogeneous white Corian®, thin surfaces and strong geometrical features make the bookcases Shelf exclusive items, important presences that are also almost immaterial. Available in four sizes, of which one is designed for wall mounting. The other three can be placed even at the centre of the room as partition or screen.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Innovative in its warm minimalism, the Ayana outdoor sofa, available in a two- and three-seater version, sees wood as the absolute protagonist. While the depths and heights are a clear reference to the south-east Asian tradition, the backrest recalls a Swedish wall bar, a piece of exercising equipment turned into a load-bearing element. Through this solution, creating an elegant interplay of intersections and proportions, the Ayana sofas can also be placed in the centre of the room. The sofa armrest can be combined with a cushion that is easy to fasten and remove and helps to lie down more comfortably if necessary. Ayana is a project with a green soul. The teakwood used for the frames is FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council) certified and all the materials that make up the various elements of the series are designed to be separated and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner, at the end of the product’s life cycle.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Minimalist and innovative, with a pleasant oriental touch, the Ayana outdoor armchair is a hymn to wood. While the depths and heights are a clear reference to the south-east Asian tradition, the backrest recalls a Swedish wall bar, a piece of exercising equipment turned into a load-bearing element. Through this solution, creating an elegant interplay of interlacing and proportions, this armchair can also be placed in the centre of the room. The high armrest ensures an ergonomic position. The Ayana armchair is part of a comprehensive series of chairs, tables and small tables with a green soul. The teakwood used for the frames is FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council) certified and all the materials that make up the various elements of the series are designed to be separated and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner at the end of the product’s life cycle.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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The Ayana chair for outdoor use makes use of wood with a pleasant oriental touch. The round section frame is in natural teakwood and is complemented by generously padded cushions that make it extremely comfortable. The Ayana series, which also includes a dining table, low table, sofas and armchairs, is a project with a green soul. The teakwood used for the frames is FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council) certified and all the materials that make up the various elements of the series are designed to be separated and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner at the end of the product’s life cycle.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Versatile and minimalist, the Papilio Shell Outdoor chair takes shape from a polypropylene shell designed for exceptional warmth and comfort. The support frame is in bright stainless steel profiles or painted to match the shell.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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The table stands out for its oval top in serpentine, a typical stone of the Alps. The supporting structure in natural teak appears light but is extremely robust, able to resist weather and support the heavy top. Ayana is a project with a green soul. The teak used to make the structures is FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council) and all the materials that make up the various elements of the series, at the end of the product's life cycle, can be separated and disposed of with respect for the environment.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Pushpam is a collection of tables that stand out for their perfect formal balance and for the striking texture of their cement finish.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Pushpam is a collection of small tables that stand out for their perfect formal balance and for the striking texture of their cement finish, available in two colours.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Colosseo Outdoor, like the indoor version, fits smoothly into the highly successful product category of accessories, furnishing elements that change function according to occasion and need, in this case from coffee table to ottoman. When designing this object, Naoto Fukasawa arrived at the desired shape by considering a solid in the form of an upside-down truncated cone, lightened by arch-shaped grooves that define the surface, creating an assonance with the structure of the famous Roman arena it is named after. Available in two sizes, Colosseo Outdoor is made of porcelain stoneware.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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The minimalist Ayana small table for outdoor use combines a natural teakwood round-section frame with an oval top in serpentine, a stone typical of the Alps. It forms part of a collection that includes a dining table, a chair, an armchair and a line of sofas, all characterised by a green soul. The teakwood used for the frames is FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council) certified and all the materials that make up the various elements of the series are designed to be separated and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner at the end of the product’s life cycle.
Collection: Naoto Fukasawa
Brand: B&B Italia
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Elegantly asymmetrical, Awa Outdoor is a versatile object, a service table to be placed wherever a support surface is needed. Its plastic shape exploits the properties of Cristalplant®, a refined and sensual material, equipped with a soft touch surface, but at the same time resistant and extremely practical, to be used both indoors and outdoors.
Always devoted to achieving simplicity and beauty, Naoto Fukasawa designs products for numerous internationally prestigious brands, as well as collaborating as designer and consultant for many major Japanese companies. His creativity embraces very different sectors, from precision electronic equipment to furniture and interior design. In his career as designer he has received important awards and many of his works are part of the permanent collections of museums such as the MoMa in New York, the Victoria and Albert Musuem in London and the Designmuseum Danmark. In 2007, the UK Royal Society of Arts awarded him the title of Honorable Royal Designer for Industry. In 2017, he became a member of the Loewe Craft Prize jury. He is a professor in the Integrated Design department at Tama Art University. In 2006, he established the “Super Normal” project with Jasper Morrison.