Gio — 2020 contest

Gio is a glass cabinet-consolle that is born from the idea of celebrating the shapes of a masterpiece of Italian architecture by master Gio Ponti, a symbol of rebirth, modernity and icon of the modern movement. The glass gives lightness and refinement to the external structure, the interior is enriched by an inlaid decoration, realised matching several vaieties of Maple Frisè. Top, base and shelves are covered in Eucalyptus Frisè. On request, the interior ca be lighted up with LED spotlights. This is a piece of furniture that can be positioned also in the center of a room, according to a modern concept of luxury.

Designer: Mauro Tagliabue

IdeasxWood Contest — Carpanelli Prize, 2020 edition