Fair Play Sofa, Cotton Upholstery, Copper and Iron Structure by Mario Milana

Milanese by birth but New York based since 2005, Mario Milana has brought his artistic approach overseas, fusing cutting edge design with traditional craftsmanship. A cardinal element of his stylistic approach is the fusion of geometry and simplicity of line with the concept of dynamism. His pieces actually rotate and orbit, not only in shape but in the aspect of actual movement. The dynamism in his designs springs from an ever present eye towards functionality, making the object or piece of furniture able to fill various needs. In his design practice the unexpected touches of dynamism are found in his love of handmade production, marked by his use of natural materials and his deep respect for artisanal traditions. The result are collections, or environments, in which he balances geometric and organic shapes and the marriage of refined aspects with those purposefully left raw; it is a style that is at once cold and mechanical and yet deeply infused with human warmth.