This year’s indoor and outdoor collections is a push forward in performance, comfort and durability.
July 27th, 2011
The new collections include fresh designs and reinterpretations of existing pieces, and strongly reflect the Italian brand’s focus on simplicity, well-being and a respect for the environment.

Plano bookshelf
Plano
The Plano table and bookshelf are designed with keen attention to detail. The table top and shelves are made of lightened concrete, without resins, are 100 per cent recyclable and supported by a steel structure that has been treated against corrosion and powder varnished. Available in avorio and grafite colours and ideal for both indoor and outdoor use.

Plano table and Kiti chairs
Kiti
Stackable and hand woven, Kiti is a comfortable, practical chair that pays particular heed to details and finishing. The steel structure is treated against corrosion and powder varnished, and the chair can be woven with Paola Lenti’s signature materials for exterior environments: Filodry, Aquatech or Rope cords. Available in several colours.

Heron table collection
Heron
The 2010 Heron collection has evolved to include a bistrot table and a series of side tables. The steel structure is protected against corrosion and powder varnished in the colours avorio and grafite; the top comes in a choice of accoya wood, white and black marble, and white limestone.

Ros(a)e
Hand tufted rugs
Made of pure New Zealand wool, the new hand tufted rugs are a fusion of savoir faire and art – the result of a unique collaboration between Paola Lenti and m-ar.
Haven
The award-winning Haven sofa, launched in 2009, was the starting point of a project that developed into this year’s expanded indoor/outdoor collection of armchairs, a 2-seater sofa and sunbed. The steel structure is treated against corrosion and is covered with Paola Lenti signature fabrics that are elastic yet resistant and permeable to air and water. Available in bianco, cemento and grafite colours.
Hero image: Haven collection
Paola Lenti’s Managing Director Anna Lenti arrives in Singapore on 28 July to present the new collection.
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