Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, West is a sofa system that allows multiple configurations, both creative and more conventional. Its morphology is characterised by the play between different facets that animates and interrupts the cubist style of the sofa. A truly surprising product, the furniture making up the West system breaks compositional patterns not only by creating stylistic points of interest but also by interrupting the continuous effect of the fabric covering as it visually blurs the volume on the back. In order to guarantee maximum comfort, each element of the system is made with high-quality goose feather padding. The cushions are embellished with a piping that outlines the profile and is characterised by an aluminium strip with slightly rounded edges that skims the floor. The aesthetic marriage of the two versions of the West sofa (with saddle leather backrest or, more traditionally, with upholstered backrest and armrests) gives rise to original configurations and unusual combinations of materials and colours from the Minotti range.
Rodolfo Dordoni is a major figure in Italian design. After graduating in architecture from the Milan Polytechnic in 1979, he set up Dordoni Architects Studio and went on to work with major furniture brands such as Foscarini, Cappellini and Artemide, where he was artistic director, as well as Flos, Moroso, Cassina and, more recently, Coédition. He has also worked closely with Minotti since 1997. Its timeless, modern designs combine aesthetics and comfort. The lines are sober, minimalist and extremely distinctive. The roots of the collaboration between Minotti and Rodolfo Dordoni are long-standing and solid, because the same values are shared by the company and the designer. The designer's inspirations and thoughts come to life, and particular attention is paid to the details, finishes and materials that reveal the unique character of Minotti collections.
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MINOTTI
Founded in Meda, Italy in 1948 by Alberto Minotti, designer furniture brand Minotti fully represents the legendary "Made in Italy" label, perfectly combining the concepts of tradition and technology. Minotti produces timeless furniture thanks to the know-how of its craftsmen and the creativity of its artists. The quality of Minotti products offers incomparable levels of long-lasting comfort. Minotti embodies the concept of both classic and modern lifestyles within the residential and hospitality sectors. As a result, designer furniture brand Minotti has been a leader in its field for sixty years. Pieces such as the Freeman, Lawrence and Jacques sofas have become legendary thanks to their iconic design and quality.