luca nichetto presents own brand for de la espada at maison&objet

'elysia' lounge chair with 'laurel' side and coffee table
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'stanley' two-seater sofa
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'stanely' is available in both two- and three-seater versions, and presents a particular expertise in woodworking that is revealed in its joinery. the taut upholstery of the backrest provides a crisp appearance, while the deep back cushions with generously folded upholstery portray an exceptional comfort.

'stanley' two-seater sofa (profile)
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'stanley' two-seater sofa
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'stanley' two-seater sofa (detail)
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'dubois' bed
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'the 'dubois' bed system is crafted in premium solid hardwood and fabrics. its wraparound headboard provides privacy, while the exposed timber frame and generous expanse of upholstery exhibits the quality of materials and the craftsmanship put into the piece. it is available with a low or tall headboard, with optional bedside tables. the tall headboard version can be integrated with a side bench.

'dubois' bed (profile)
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'dubois' bed (detail)
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'laurel' coffee table
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'laurel' side tables are composed of two pure geometric shapes -- a cone and cylinder -- that intersect to create two wide and functional surfaces that are distributed at different levels. the hand-polished lacquer cone built from timber, sandwiched with alternating grain direction, appears to balance effortlessly upon the lower cylindrical base that is made from marble.

'laurel' coffee table (profile)
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'laurel' side table'
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'laurel' side table presents similar geometric volumes as its coffee table counterpart, but at a different scale.

'laurel' side table (detail)
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'stanley' three-seater sofa
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'harold' desk
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'harold' is a classic writing desk that is crafted in solid hardwood, with polished lacquered accents. the work surface features a tabletop drawer, along with open storage spaces. upward curves at the side of the tabletop are machined from planks of timber, while slender H-frame legs, joined with wedge tenons provide visual levity and support.

'harold' desk
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'mitch' cabinet
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'mitch' is a modular cabinet system which can be arranged in numerous configurations. organized from solid hardwood and polished lacquer elements, the structure takes influences from traditional venetian doorbells, with burnished brass used for detailing throughout, offering an interesting contrast of materials that speaks to luca nichetto's heritage.

'blanche' armchair
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'blanche' is an upright reading chair comprised of upholstered shells, with a wraparound back that offers a sense of privacy. the taut upholstery is offset by a soft seat and slender solid wood legs.

'blanche' armchair (detail)
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'vivien' dining chair
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'vivien' is a chair that expresses a sculptural form of complex curves, combined with traditional joinery. the seating piece is crafted using a combination of technology and handwork. large sections of solid wood are CNC machined, with additional carving, assembly and finishing performed by hand.

'vivien' dining chair (profile)
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'marlon' dining table
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'marlon' features a solid hardwood tabletop, or marble rests, supported by slender marble legs. each table is formed from numerous segments that creates intriguing design details.

'marlon' dining table (detail)
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