Bob is the collection of beechwood chairs designed by Park for Billiani, which reinterprets the classic idea of the sled chair in a contemporary key. The dominating feature of the design is the continuous frame, a clear, recognisable touch that defines the shape of the chair along with its personality and posture. Minimalist lines, balanced proportions and full volumes come together to create balanced and clean formal clarity. The wide, gently rounded backrest engages in a dialogue with the flat seat, which at only 39 cm wide guarantees comfort and functionality. The collection comprises a chair, a stool and a table. True to Billiani’s philosophy, Bob celebrates skilled craftsmanship through precise joinery and careful workmanship.
A soft, round and curving shape, that combines a contemporary design with a reassuring Mediterranean memory. The Babà collection by Emilio Nanni is inspired by the Neapolitan cake of the same name, a concept interpreted through the wooden chair, a Billiani archetype, available in three versions: all wood, with upholstered seat, and with upholstered seat and backrest. The collection is completed by the table.
Stack is a collection of colorful blown glass tables, a material that defines its original identity. Designed by Niccolò Devetag, the collection is inspired by the unique ability of glass blending traditional values with modernity. Today, the collection is enriched by the introduction of ceramic, a new interpretation that expands its possibilities while preserving its original spirit. The combination of glass and ceramic elements, even in different colors, enhances the expressive potential, playing off the light that brings evocative reflections into the space. Its modular design makes it fun and easy to stack the elements, even in different colors, creating tables of varying heights. Stack’s blend of craftsmanship and contemporary forms makes it a perfect expression of Billiani’s philosophy.
Studio Pastina has designed a collection of generously proportioned upholstered pieces, designed to bring a new dimension of relaxation into contract settings. The tall seat was inspired by the form of traditional French macarons, and is supported by a distinctive painted steel ring. The collection is completed by occasional tables and accessories like the tall backrest, ideal for creating private areas within larger spaces.
A table important for its inspiration and materials. The central column in fine walnut is solid and robust in design. It is softened by a steel base that slightly raises it from the ground, ensuring the comfort of all those eating at the table. The circular top is in marble.
Designer: R&D Billiani
Harry’s is a collection naturally suited to the outdoors. Designed by Luigi Billiani, it resembles the chairs traditionally made in the ‘Italian Chair District’ in the northeast of Italy, but with the added twist of Mediterranean hand-woven cord. The lounge chair was inspired by the proportions of the chairs in the famous Harry’s Bar in Venice, and is perfect either as a dining chair or for relaxing. The chair, lounge chair and table are made in Iroko and ash.
The Cristina Celestino designed Raquette collection pays homage to the ancient technique of intertwining wooden slats. Raquette takes inspiration from the world of tennis through its sides, which resemble racquet strings by virtue of their textured latticework within the frame. The frame itself joins the two main parts: the wooden structure and the soft, organic cushioning, which evokes the plant world. The two combine in perfect harmony to assure exquisitely contemporary comfort.
Spy is an extensive and complete collection of chairs, lounge chairs, armchairs, tables and coffee tables. Its leitmotif is the design of the leg, which tapers and is slightly splayed. The stylistic feature is the design of the body, with its rounded shoulders folding back to receive the rear legs.
Four Spy pieces are available, from the elegant dining chair to the welcoming and comfortable rounded bergère. In addition to the wooden base, a steel version is also available.
The Puccio collection started life based on milking stools, perfectly designless and designer-free seating which, thanks to its functionality, has survived unchanged through the centuries. Over time, the Puccio collection has evolved to include tables and chairs alongside stools of various heights. Designed for use where space is at a premium, the light and compact Puccio chair with its dinky backrest is the latest addition to the collection.
As well as the solid open-pore ash versions, which express the warmth of wood, the Puccio family is also available with a steel frame.
The wooden Doll chair, Emilio Nanni’s first commissioned design for Billiani, expresses essentiality with grace and softness. This is the result of its slender tapering legs and its curved tresses, which lighten the seat without compromising solidity or comfort. Evolved over time into a complete collection that also includes barstools, arm and lounge chairs, coffee and dining tables, Doll is a real chameleon of a chair, capable of changing style according to any changing context, thanks to the wide range of colourways and upholstery options.