Glade

Glade is a chair completely made of solid American sassafras wood which has been lightly sandblasted and pickled grey, with small bronze metal details. Inspired by the geometric lines and essential characteristics of some chairs from the fifties, the peculiarity of Glade is represented by the legs designed as inverted “V”s which are off center compared to the center of gravity of the chair. Glade is a chair which has a marked outdoor connotation thanks to the staves which make up the chair and support the back. The smell of wood and unspoiled nature inspire Fratelli Boffi which, for the first time, thanks to the design experience of the Archer Humphryes Architects studio, gives life to a line dedicated to the mountain outdoors. The unusual character of the company, consisting of skillful woodworking, careful attention to detail, and the evocation of a classic and luxurious living style, draws new inspiration from the places in which the slow rhythm of unspoiled nature is punctuated by the sinuous profiles of the mountain peaks. Cervino is a collection composed of chairs, stools, armchairs, benches and tables conceived for outdoor use but which, thanks to their aesthetic refinement and elegance, are also ideal for indoor environments. All of which are related by the use of high quality woods, contemporary design, and precious details. Fratelli Boffi has selected the woods for this new collection by digging into our history, seeking woods which are traditional while at the same time pursuing the values of sustainability. First among these is sassafras, a wood which is rarely used in the world of furnishings, also known as American chestnut and very widespread in the Eastern United States, which with its light golden color and its tendency to repel moisture is an ideal wood for outdoor use. From the European tradition, instead, it uses oak, a wood which has always been used for the production of outdoor products and is characterized by beautiful veining and excellent resistance. Finally, cedar wood, also perfect for outdoor settings thanks to its great resistance to moisture and water and which acquires a grey taupe coloration when exposed to weather.