B&B Italia - Almora swivel armchair

Almora is a revolving chair named after the Indian region that offers a breath-taking view of the Himalayas and, quoting its designers, it longs to be “a haven from the world, a place for contemplation and reading from where one can admire magnificent snow-capped peaks. As protective as a second skin, enveloping like a soft blanket”. Dedicated to relaxation, it is composed of two conical glass fibre shells: that of the seat resting directly on the base and that of the backrest.

The headrest, in curved wood in different finishes, has a padded portion and fits into the back shell, appearing at the same time slightly detached. Almora is an armchair that stands out for the balanced composition of the different elements, the materials and the leather upholstery. The coordinated footrest completes the proposal.

Nipa Doshi e Jonathan Levien

Doshi Levien was founded by the designers Nipa Doshi and Jonathan Levien, who met at the Royal College of Art. The London based studio is internationally renowned for its marriage of culture, technology, industrial design and fine craftsmanship. Nipa grew up in India and studied at the National Institute of Design; Jonathan trained in fine cabinet making followed by industrial design.

Together, they strive to create work that transcends rational and functional qualities, to imbue a sense of true inner beauty in their projects. Nipa’s practice is rooted in her plural upbringing and astute eye for visual culture; and Jonathan’s in industrial precision, combined with the sensibility of a maker’s hand and deep understanding of materials. What makes their work so distinctive is not just their confident relationship to colour, material and form, but the ability to translate meticulous design ideas to the context of production. This has enabled them to work coherently across industries and categories, including lighting and furniture.

The duo have created works for leading manufacturers, for prestigious international museums and cultural institutions. In 2008 Nipa and Jonathan were awarded the prestigious Future Legends of Design by the Cooper Hewitt National Museum of Design in New York. They have been invited to be keynote speakers and lectured internationally, been on important design juries and have taught at the Royal College of Art. Their work is part of the permanent collection at Moma, Cooper Hewitt National Museum of Design and important private collections.

B&B Italia

B&B Italia since 1966 is one of the largest companies in the furniture sector, constituting an important chapter in the history of design. The furnishings of B&B Italia are characterized by exceptional quality and timeless elegance. The brand reflects contemporary culture and the ability to respond to every need.

Based in Novedrate, it is one of the largest companies in the industry since 1966, constituting an important chapter in the history of design. Its uniqueness is manifested in the brilliant collections of furniture and furnishings, where every product is synonymous with research, creativity, innovation and design. Comfortable and elegant, the B&B Italia sofas are known and appreciated not only for their refined aesthetics, but also for their high quality, together with armchairs, poufs, wardrobes, wardrobes, tables and all the other charming designer furniture.

To name a few, the Up armchair and the Alanda '18 coffee table stand out as timeless icons, synonymous with history, quality and aesthetics. Interpreting contemporaneity and anticipating trends in ever-changing contexts; This is the company’s mission. From indoor to outdoor spaces, from home to contract, always responding to the needs of living, this is the heart of the company’s philosophy. To impress an indelible mark in history, important collaborations with Antonio Citterio, Gaetano Pesce, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Nava, Patricia Urquiola, Zaha Hadid and many other international designers make B&B Italia a 100% Made in Italy brand of success in modern and contemporary furniture.