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Faux Stone Seating

The 'Unusual Soft Marble Armchair' by Maurizio Galante is Cleverly Designed

— February 1, 2012 — Art & Design
The 'Unusual Soft Marble Armchair' by Maurizio Galante dares to push design boundaries with a clever concept that provides aesthetics and comfort. This bold chair, designed for Italian manufacturer Cerruti Baleri, is entitled Louis XV goes to Sparta.

Resembling a marble-made construction, this chair appears stiff and stone cold but proves that looks can be deceiving. Featuring a soft polyurethane seating cushion and 100% silk upholstered cover, this beautiful seat is both glamorous and witty in its design. Silk upholstery features a photo print of marble, giving the illusion of the real stone material.

The piece is both comfortable and glamorous, paying homage to the baroque art movement and instating itself as a dynamic focal point in any space it inhabits. This vibrant chair is available in three varying marble designs that include Carrara, Portasanta and Grande Antico.
Trend Themes
1. Soft Marble Seating - Manufacturers can create a new and exciting seating category by exploring the use of soft polyurethane and silk.
2. Printed Upholstery - The use of photo-printed fabric can revolutionize the furniture industry by offering unique and customizable designs.
3. Deceptive Design - Designing functional and comfortable pieces that provide an unexpected twist can captivate consumers and set brands apart.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Furniture manufacturers can explore new materials and fabrication techniques to create innovative pieces that blur the line between form and function.
2. Textile Printing - Textile printing companies can offer a new service for customized and unique photo-printed fabrics to be used in furniture and home decor products.
3. Interior Design - Interior designers can use cleverly designed pieces like the 'Unusual Soft Marble Armchair' as dynamic focal points to add intrigue and whimsy to their spaces.
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