Well-known for adorning his handmade pieces with colorful inlays, designer Ivan Paradisi creates coffee tables, buffets, console tables and other furnishings that, with their unusual forms and clever mixing of materials, stand out in any space.
Born in Tuscany, Italy, in 1971, Paradisi initially tried to make his way as a musician and singer. He developed an enthusiasm for furniture design when he found work restoring valuable pieces of art. This endeavor led him to pursue furniture design.
Paradisi revels in the minor imperfections that can only exist in handmade works. He prefers to use rare materials in his designs, and any given structure might begin with rich hardwoods such as rosewood and ebony. From there, Paradisi fearlessly incorporates unexpected materials like plastic and steel into the dressers, mirrors and decorative objects he crafts in his studio.
Infusing his love of music into his creations, Paradisi draws inspiration from improvisational musical genres such as jazz and fusion in his workshop, building sculptural maple desks embellished with steel inlays or statement case pieces such as an olive wood storage cabinet with interiors that are lined in leather.
Paradisi continues to create bespoke designs today and has an atelier in Turin. He has exhibited at the Venice Biennale and the Italian Pavillon in Turin.
On 1stDibs, browse a selection of Ivan Paradisi tables, seating and storage pieces.
Italian Walnut & Velvet Chaise Longue, 21st Century by Ivan Paradisi
By Ivan Paradisi
Located in Turin, IT
Italian chaise longue "D'Ivan" in walnut, maple and velvet with a flowing sculptural structure and full velvet upholstery, 21st century, made in Turin. Over two metres long — measure...
Velvet, Walnut, Maple
French Walnut Chaise Longue, 19th Century
Located in Apeldoorn, NL
Elegant 19th-century French chaise longue in solid walnut with gold damask upholstery. Featuring a deep button-tufted backrest, scrolling ends, carved details, and brass nailhead tri...
Fabric, Walnut
$6,670Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 28.75 in W 82.68 in D 43.31 in
21st Century Brooks Chaise Lounge Linen Walnut Wood Handmade in Portugal
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Collin Brooks, a British journalist, writer and broadcaster, founded the Manchester Press Agency before joining the army. He later worked for several newspapers and eventually became editor and chairman of one. He also participated in broadcasts for BBC Radio. This illustrious man, author of more than fifty books, including fiction and novels, was part of a Gentlemen’s Club where he got to know more talented people like him, either in the same art has his or in different ones. The Brooks chaise...
Fabric, Walnut
$4,687
H 32.68 in W 61.03 in D 33.47 in
1960s Italian Cherry Wood and Velvet Chaise Longue in Three Colors
Located in Meda, MB
Elegant Italian chaise longue from the 1960s, fully upholstered in fine velvet in shades of green, camel, and ivory. The curvy, welcoming silhouette is enhanced by the refined color ...
Velvet
$2,842Sale Price|30% Off
H 32.29 in W 94.49 in D 38.59 in
Hollywood Regency Style Taupe Velvet Chaise Longue by Promemoria, Italy c.2000
By Promemoria
Located in Glasgow, GB
A striking and generously scaled Hollywood Regency style chaise longue by Promemoria, handcrafted in Italy in the early 21st century by the renowned atelier’s master artisans. No l...
Velvet, Natural Fiber, Foam, Wood
Chaise Longue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s chaise longue, mix of leather, sky and pony hair upholstery.
Wood
Italian Art Deco Black velvet Convertible Chaise Longue
Located in Miami, FL
Particular and unique chaise lounge from the 1940s in Art Deco style in precious black velvet . The feet are in turned solid wood and black lacquered wit...
Velvet, Wood
Philippe Chaise Longue by Dom Edizioni
By Dom Edizioni
Located in Milan, IT
A superb addition to a contemporary or classic home, this chaise longue is a celebration of sophisticated lounging. The wooden structure is visible in the lacquered feet that support...
Other
20th Italian Maroon Velvet Chaise Longue with arms
Located in Miami, FL
Particular and unique chaise lounge from the 1940s in Art Deco style in precious black velvet . The feet are in turned solid wood and black lacquered wit...
Velvet, Wood
Casquet Chaise Longue by ddpstudio
By Biosofa
Located in Milan, IT
Drawing inspiration from the traditional dormeuse, this contemporary chaise longue is handcrafted using exclusively certified natural products, free of chemical residues. This stunni...
Aluminum, Steel
$5,611Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 72.45 in D 41.34 in
21st Century Cotton Velvet Nancy Chaise Longue Walnut Wood Handmade in Portugal
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Nancy Wilson was an American singer whose career spanned over five decades. Although she did not consider herself a jazz vocalist, many others did, including the Grammy Awards judges. Nancy always defined herself as a “song stylist”. Inspired by the vocalist who brought a jazz sensibility to all kinds of songs and for the curvy throwback design trend, the Ottiu designers conceived this curvy chaise...
Velvet, Walnut
$12,231
H 40.16 in W 63 in D 28.35 in
21st Century Garden Chaise Longue, The Classic Garden Chaise Longue
By Benedikt Bolza Design
Located in Lisciano Niccone, Perugia
The Classic Garden chaise longue. A steel frame with adjustable back, the small wheels enable maneuverability. Generously crafted buttoned cushions for ...
Steel
21st Century Madine Chaise Longue in Wood and Fabric
By Jumbo Collection
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
The elegance of a light and refined classic style for a welcoming and inviting chaise longue, Madine, which invites you to relax with its soft and sinuous shapes. The structure and f...
Fabric, Beech
D'Ivan Chaise Longue
By Ivan Paradisi
Located in Milan, IT
The ornate and extravagant Baroque-inspired style of this chaise longue makes it a perfect seating accent in both classic and modern decors. Paradisi drew the inspiration for the har...
Ebony, Maple, Textile