With all due respect to new, advanced materials new technologies can offer, natural materials are still the best choice for the furniture we are in contact with. From pure wool to natural leather to feathers, this pieces are made for hedonism.
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Greener Lifestyles' line of sustainable sofas and chairs is crafted with eco-friendly materials. The three fabric options offered are recycled polyester, organic wool and hemp. Materials are soft but durable, there are easy to clean, while recycled polyester is made recycled soda bottles. So, pieces of choice for all nature lovers. Organic wool is a luxurious as well as resilient fiber that features the added bonus of resisting odors. We must say that rugged hemp is an ideal material for people with pets and children.
Mangas Spaces Collection is created from 100% wool on the outside which makes it a perfect companion for colder days. The collection by Patricia Urquiola is modular, allowing you to configure pieces in such a way that best suits your hom. The inner structure is foam rubber and polystyrene filling. The palette is all in the warm tones and consists of Yellow-Plait, Coral-Plait, Pink-Plait, Ivory-Rhombus and Pink-Rhomus.
When you hear words "bean bags" the first thought is "that's for student's room", but there's more than that. Wool Bean Bag pieces Sail by Gan clearly show that bean bags can fit an upper scale space. Made from fine Dhurrie wool with obviously well-thought-out lines these pieces are high-end bags. The sublime triangular influence comes from a sailboat's jib sail. Add to that a square ottoman in the same style and you have a perfect combination.
Zanotta of Italy is well-known name and the Bruce modular sofa is another piece that confirms their reputation. Designed by Ludovica and Robert Palomba the sofa is available with a removable cover in leather or fabric. The cushions are all double and the back and arm rest cushions are 100% goose feather stuffed. The model is wide which means it an ideal option for an afternoon nap during a weekends of rest. The leather is soft and there are a range of different modular pieces to choose from.
Enza seats are made around a high comfort structure in bultex-like foam rubber. French manufacture, top of the range, is environmentally friendly: materials are natural materials and the wool mineral dies are obtained without chemicals. All that make Enza seats not just nature-friendly but also comfortable, with an exceptional longevity. The woollen range is easy to clean: the smallest pieces are washable as would pure virgin wool, the seating is steam-cleanable or with a special wool furnishings foam cleaner. ■
