Lifesteel
This sectional or stand-alone sofa expresses a light, straightforward
aesthetic complemented by generous, inviting proportions. The amply-sized
rectangular armrest provides visual impact while its height, perfectly aligned
with that of the seat back, conveys stylish elegance of form. The sleek,
minimal metal base comes in satin, chrome, burnished, black chrome or champagne
finish. The Lifesteel sofa is distinguished by an elegant cowhide-upholstered
frame that welcomes the goose-down seat cushions with core insert in crushproof
material. To provide ideal support, the seat back cushions are also crafted
from goose down backed by a Dacron-filled support bolster. The Lifesteel
sofa is enhanced by couture details like the grosgrain piping that can be
matched to the sofa’s upholstery or in a contrasting color. The extensive
array of possible combinations makes Lifesteel a flexible and versatile sofa
that offers a variety of compositions.
About Designer | |
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Antonio Citterio![]() |
Antonio Citterio was born in the Italian city of Meda in 1950. He opened his own studio in 1972 and completed his degree in architecture at the Polytechnic University of Milan in 1975. Between 1987 and 1996, he collaborated with Terry Dawn to design many buildings across Europe and Japan. In 2000, Citterio and Patricia Viel formed a multidisciplinary office for architecture, interior design and graphics. The office operates at international level developing complex long-term projects in synergy with a qualified network of specialist consultants. The practice is now called “Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel”. Antonio Citterio works in the industrial design sector with companies such as Ansorg, Arclinea, Axor-Hansgrohe, B&B Italia, Flexform, Flos, Hermès, Iittala, Kartell, Maxalto, Sanitec (Geberit Group), Technogym and Vitra. He has received numerous awards, including the Compasso d'Oro in 1987 and 1995. Citterio has been a professor at the Faculty of Architecture at the Università della Svizzera Italiana in Mendrisio from 2006 to 2016. He was awarded the title 'Royal Designer for Industry' by the London-based Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures & Commerce in 2008. |
