Moka

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Brand: Flexform

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The Moka display case is part of the eponymous collection designed by Mario Asnago and Claudio Vender in 1939 and produced by Flexform since 1985. The Moka display case is filled with design references that trace back to Rationalism, an artistic and architectural movement of which the two architects, Asnago and Vender, who formed their professional partnership in the 1930s, were among the greatest exponents. Framed in Canaletto walnut or ash, available in a number of stain finishes, the display case sits on a slender, elegant tubular metal structure that is available in black or white painted aluminum. The structure forms a sophisticated X-shaped design at the base. The doors, back panel and shelves are all made of glass and lend the Moka display case a light, minimalist look with a surprisingly modern feel that is entirely relevant today.

About Designer
Mario Asnago & Claudio Vender	Asnago & Vender Designed for Flexform the Moka chair, the Piano bed and nightstand (1985) Mario Asnago Barlassina (MI) 03.25.1896 - Monza 01.28.1981 Claudio Vender Milano 03.20.1904 – Saronno 09.23.1986 Both Mario and Claudio received Architecture Certification at the Bologna Institute of Fine Arts in 1922. The first joint projects were for competitions, among which the Como War Memorial. In 1928, after obtaining the right to practice as architects, together they opened the Studio Asnago-Vender Architetti. They were mostly involved in town planning architecture (schools - residence - churches...). Among the objects designed for interiors were tables and chairs with the characteristic X. The slender structure represents the architectural philosophy of the two designers: surfaces are wide but spaced out with empty spaces that point out the discreet presence of the material, which does not take away lightness, but only part of the stiff evenness that characterizes their interiors. After Asnago's retirement in 1971, Vender continued the business with his son Mario and Mario Moganti.

About Designer

Mario Asnago & Claudio Vender

Asnago & Vender

Designed for Flexform the Moka chair, the Piano bed and nightstand (1985)

Mario Asnago
Barlassina (MI) 03.25.1896 - Monza 01.28.1981

Claudio Vender
Milano 03.20.1904 – Saronno 09.23.1986

Both Mario and Claudio received Architecture Certification at the Bologna Institute of Fine Arts in 1922. The first joint projects were for competitions, among which the Como War Memorial. In 1928, after obtaining the right to practice as architects, together they opened the Studio Asnago-Vender Architetti. They were mostly involved in town planning architecture (schools - residence - churches...). Among the objects designed for interiors were tables and chairs with the characteristic X. The slender structure represents the architectural philosophy of the two designers: surfaces are wide but spaced out with empty spaces that point out the discreet presence of the material, which does not take away lightness, but only part of the stiff evenness that characterizes their interiors. After Asnago's retirement in 1971, Vender continued the business with his son Mario and Mario Moganti.