Arflex
Founded in 1947 in the modest setting of Corso di Porta Vittoria, Milan, Arflex was established by Aldo Bai, Pio Reggiani, Renato Teani, Carlo Barassi. Working with architect Marco Zanuso, they sought to explore the potential of foam rubber and elastic tapes in furniture design. After several years of intensive experimentation, the company presented its creations at the IX Triennale in Milan, where it earned the prestigious Gold Medal for the Lady Armchair.
This early exposure at a major avant-garde art event was pivotal, as it allowed Arflex to merge experimental design with practical applications. From winning awards for domestic furniture to creating commercial seating for the automotive industry, Arflex worked to position itself at the forefront of furniture design.
In the 1950s, Arflex's innovation flourished further with the introduction of designs utilising polyester resins and fibreglass. Its market reach expanded, establishing new manufacturing and sales facilities across Europe, while also collaborating with prominent designers such as Carlo Bartoli, Maurizio Calzavara, Joe Colombo, Sergio Mazza, and Cini Boeri.
Today, Arflex remains dedicated to innovation, partnering with designers such as Claesson Koivisto Rune to add contemporary designs to their diverse range. Its presence in prestigious collections, such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York, along with its revival of archival pieces, is a testament to Arflex's longstanding and ongoing excellence in design.
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