Architect and designer Paola Navone has had an enormous impact on modern furniture design. For over 40 years, she has created interior furnishings for residential and hospitality spaces. She has traveled the world and infused her experiences into her creations, developing a strong appreciation for the architecture and design of Asia. This includes the use of bamboo in much of her furniture, as well as in the simple, natural look of her works.
Not adhering to a single style, Navone’s work reflects a range of influences. She is just as comfortable fashioning a simple, rustic footstool as she is creating an opulent pendant lamp. From her sofas and armchairs to the design of her table lamps and vases, the eclectic variation demonstrates her versatility and innovation.
Navone was born and raised in Turin, Italy. She studied architecture at Turin’s polytechnic school and graduated in 1973. Shortly after, she moved to Milan and entered the world of interior design and architecture. She also worked as a product designer, event organizer and teacher.
Throughout the 1980s, Navone was part of the Memphis Group — a collective of designers and architects who challenged the conventions of traditional design — and associated with such notable designers as Ettore Sottsass and Alessandro Mendini. She also belonged to the avant-garde design group Studio Alchimia, which shared many affiliations with the Memphis Group.
In 1983, Navone won the Osaka International Design Award and in 2000, she was named the AW Architektur & Wohnen Designer of the Year. In 2011, she won the ELLE Decor International Design Award. In recent years, Navone has collaborated with Crate & Barrel and clothing retailer Anthropologie and continues to work with companies across the architecture and design industries.
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Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Deus/Skybark
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Gray 05 sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the Gervasoni Gray collection, a series distinguished by its balance of Nordic-inspired aesthetics, craftsmanship, and comfort....
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Gervasoni Gray 03 – Sofa 3 places design Paola Navone - Deus/Skybark
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Gray 03 sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the Gervasoni Gray collection, a series characterized by clean lines, natural materials, and understated elegance. The Gray 03...
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Gervasoni Gray 03 – Sofa 3 places design Paola Navone - Mint/Skybark
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Gray 03 sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the Gervasoni Gray collection, a series characterized by clean lines, natural materials, and understated elegance. The Gray 03...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 03 – Sofa 3 places design Paola Navone - Alabaster/Skybark
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Gray 03 sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the Gervasoni Gray collection, a series characterized by clean lines, natural materials, and understated elegance. The Gray 03...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 03 – Sofa 3 places design Paola Navone - Mint/Maple
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Gray 03 sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the Gervasoni Gray collection, a series characterized by clean lines, natural materials, and understated elegance. The Gray 03...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 03 – Sofa 3 places design Paola Navone - Deus/Maple
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Gray 03 sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the Gervasoni Gray collection, a series characterized by clean lines, natural materials, and understated elegance. The Gray 03...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 03 – Sofa 3 places design Paola Navone - Alabaster/Maple
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Gray 03 sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the Gervasoni Gray collection, a series characterized by clean lines, natural materials, and understated elegance. The Gray 03...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 03 – Sofa 3 places design Paola Navone - 3D Blu
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Gray 03 sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the Gervasoni Gray collection, a series characterized by clean lines, natural materials, and understated elegance. The Gray 03...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 03 – Sofa 3 places design Paola Navone - Stone
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Gray 03 sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the Gervasoni Gray collection, a series characterized by clean lines, natural materials, and understated elegance. The Gray 03...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Ghost 38 – Modular Seating Element - Sterling
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 38, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a modular seating system known for its comfort, versatility, and distinctive textile identit...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 38 – Modular Seating Element - Demetra
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 38, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a modular seating system known for its comfort, versatility, and distinctive textile identit...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 38 – Modular Seating Element - Lino Bianco
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 38, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a modular seating system known for its comfort, versatility, and distinctive textile identit...
Fabric
Sofa Gervasoni Nuvola 12 design Paola Navone - 3D Grafite
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
Gervasoni Nuvola 12 Sofa Design: Paola Navone The Nuvola collection is defined by its soft, inviting shapes that embody comfort and informality. The ...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 R – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Right Armrest)
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 35 R, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 L Curved Terminal Modular Element (Left Armrest) - Avic
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 35 L, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 R – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Right Armrest) Sumac
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 35 R, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 L Curved Terminal Modular Element (Left Armrest) Sumac
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 35 L, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 R – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Right Armrest) - Demetra
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 35 R, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 L – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Left Armrest) - Demetra
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 35 L, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 R – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Right Armrest) - Aurora
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 35 R, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 L – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Left Armrest) - Aurora
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 35 L, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 R – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Right Armrest) 3D blu
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 35 R, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 L Curved Terminal Modular Element (Left Armrest) 3D blu
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 35 L, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 R Curved Terminal Modular Element (Right Armrest) Lino Bianco
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 35 R, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 L Curved Terminal Modular Element (Left Armrest) Lino Bianco
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 35 L, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 34 – Curved Modular Element - Grande Bouclé
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 34 curved modular element, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where comfort, flexibility, and textile design merge into a refined a...
Fabric
$3,273 / item
Gervasoni Ghost 34 – Curved Modular Element - Heron
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 34 curved modular element, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where comfort, flexibility, and textile design merge into a refined a...
Fabric
$3,273 / item
Gervasoni Ghost 34 – Curved Modular Element - Aurora
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 34 curved modular element, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where comfort, flexibility, and textile design merge into a refined a...
Fabric
$3,273 / item
Gervasoni Ghost 34 – Curved Modular Element - Mint
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 34 curved modular element, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where comfort, flexibility, and textile design merge into a refined a...
Fabric
$4,587 / item
Gervasoni Ghost 34 – Curved Modular Element - 3D blu
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 34 curved modular element, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where comfort, flexibility, and textile design merge into a refined a...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 34 – Curved Modular Element - Lino Bianco
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 34 curved modular element, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where comfort, flexibility, and textile design merge into a refined a...
Fabric
$2,660 / item
Gervasoni Ghost 33 – Curved Modular Element - Birds
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 33 curved modular element, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where comfort, flexibility, and textile design merge into a refined a...
Cotton
$2,308 / item
Gervasoni Ghost 33 – Curved Modular Element - Mocha
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 33 curved modular element, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where comfort, flexibility, and textile design merge into a refined a...
Cotton
$2,660 / item
Gervasoni Ghost 33 – Curved Modular Element - Avic
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 33 curved modular element, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where comfort, flexibility, and textile design merge into a refined a...
Cotton
$2,660 / item
Gervasoni Ghost 33 – Curved Modular Element - Aurora
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 33 curved modular element, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where comfort, flexibility, and textile design merge into a refined a...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 33 – Curved Modular Element - Demetra
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 33 curved modular element, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where comfort, flexibility, and textile design merge into a refined a...
Cotton
$3,645 / item
Gervasoni Ghost 33 – Curved Modular Element - 3D blu
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 33 curved modular element, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where comfort, flexibility, and textile design merge into a refined a...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 33 – Curved Modular Element - Lino Bianco
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 33 curved modular element, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where comfort, flexibility, and textile design merge into a refined a...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 32 R – Modular Sofa (Right Armrest) - Arles
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 32 R modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 32 R – Modular Sofa (Right Armrest) - Deus
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 32 R modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 32 R – Modular Sofa (Right Armrest) - Poseidone
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 32 R modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 32 L – Modular Sofa (Left Armrest) - Poseidone
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 32 L modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 32 R – Modular Sofa (Right Armrest) - Heron
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 32 R modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 32 L – Modular Sofa (Left Armrest) - Heron
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 32 L modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 32 L – Modular Sofa (Left Armrest) - Aurora
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 32 L modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 32 L – Modular Sofa (Left Armrest) - Mocha
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 32 L modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 32 R – Modular Sofa (Right Armrest) - Mint
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 32 R modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 32 L – Modular Sofa (Left Armrest) - Mint
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 32 L modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 32 R – Modular Sofa (Right Armrest) - 3D blu
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 32 R modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 32 L – Modular Sofa (Left Armrest) - 3D blu
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 32 L modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 32 R – Modular Sofa (Right Armrest) - Lino Bianco
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 32 R modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 32 L – Modular Sofa (Left Armrest) - Lino Bianco
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 32 L modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 31 L – Modular Sofa (Left Armrest) - Deus
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 31 L modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 31 R – Modular Sofa (Right Armrest) - Poseidone
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 31 R modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 31 L – Modular Sofa (Left Armrest) - Poseidone
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 31 L modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 31 R – Modular Sofa (Right Armrest) - Heron
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 31 R modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 31 L – Modular Sofa (Left Armrest) - Heron
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 31 L modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 31 R – Modular Sofa (Right Armrest) - Aurora
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 31 R modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 31 L – Modular Sofa (Left Armrest) - Aurora
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 31 L modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton
Gervasoni Ghost 31 L – Modular Sofa (Left Armrest) - Mint
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 31 L modular sofa, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, where functionality, comfort, and textile-driven aesthetics come together in ...
Cotton