The primary intention of the PIANO COLLECTION by Nava + Arosio was to create sculptural elements basing on the processing of a flat sheet (hence the name “Piano” meaning “flat” in Italian), using the folding technique, to produce complex objects with high aesthetic impact and great elegance. The end result is a sculptural structure in which the series of different facets are underscored by the veins of the black walnut which bend with the actual shape, moulded around the clean lines of the corners and sloping planes. This structure, i.e. the central base of the dining table, is enhanced by the apparent lightness of the top in walnut or Calacatta marble, available in the round versions with diameter of 160 and 180 cm, for seating up to 10 people. The top also becomes a means of drawing attention to the base thanks to the apparent lightness of its perimeter. The concept of the table base underlies the collection of coffee and occasional tables as well, also embellished with the Calacatta marble top. This is in addition to the multitasking version in lacquer finish polyurethane which can be used as coffee table or become a practical stool with the fabric cushion as finishing touch. A sculptural yet, at the same time, lightweight collection, able therefore to create very original and impressive effects.
