Introduction and Design Philosophy

Arrmet adopts a design philosophy that transcends conventional rules and trends, focusing on a universal design language. Their approach bridges conceptual ideas and tangible objects, fostering a dialogue that values diversity and sustainability in design.

Arrmet Collections Overview

• Bold Soul: A chair collection featuring expressive, refined curves with upholstery balancing precision and softness. Frames are available in metal or solid ash wood. Designed for sustainability with full disassemblability to extend product life and ease component replacement.
• Cèpe Lounger: Created by Sylvain Willenz, this modular collection includes upholstered poufs in four sizes, low tables with padded frames, and a new low lounge chair. It supports flexible arrangements while maintaining distinct identities for each piece.
• Pure Belle: A minimalist seating collection tailored for hospitality and refined residential spaces. It offers various chairs and stools with meticulous detailing, emphasizing purity of form and elegance.

Design and Creative Process

Arrmet Lab combines over 60 years of experience with visionary design and Italian craftsmanship. It serves as the creative and manufacturing hub, fostering collaboration and producing high-quality furniture for offices, public spaces, and homes.

Detailed Product Specifications

Bold Soul Collection

• Materials: Black painted steel or solid ash wood frames with walnut finish.
• Dimensions (example): Chair - 80 cm height, 52 cm width, 55.5 cm depth; seat height 48 cm.
• Upholstery: Flame-retardant polyurethane foam with a broad selection of fabrics and leathers, including technical fabrics, velvet, wool, and genuine/faux leather.
• Sustainability: Fully disassemblable design enabling component replacement to reduce waste.

Cèpe Lounger

• Designer: Sylvain Willenz.
• Components: Upholstered poufs (four diameters), low tables with padded frames, and a low lounge chair.
• Materials: Flame-retardant foam upholstery; fabric options include Kvadrat collections.
• Dimensions (example): Armchair - 80 cm height, 90 cm width, 86 cm depth; seat height 43.5 cm.

Pure Belle Collection

• Design: Minimalist and timeless, suitable for hospitality and residential use.
• Product range: Adjustable stools, swivel stools, small chairs (spider, home-office, sled, 4-legs), and various stool versions.
• Dimensions (example): Adjustable stool - height 85-103 cm, width 55 cm, depth 51 cm; seat height 59-78 cm.
• Upholstery: Flame-retardant polyurethane foam with extensive fabric and leather options.
• Frames: Painted steel, solid wood, and other finishes.

Materials and Finishes

Arrmet offers a wide range of upholstery materials categorized by fabric type and technical properties, including flame-retardant options. Frame finishes include painted and galvanized steel, solid ash wood in multiple stains (natural, black, walnut, cherry, coral, ecru, sage, graphite), and metal frames in various colors.

Designers and Collaborations

Notable designers such as Sylvain Willenz and the duo Ludovica + Roberto Palomba (Palomba Serafini Associati) contribute to Arrmet’s collections, bringing international perspectives and unique aesthetics. Willenz is known for simple yet graphic style and manufacturing precision, while Palomba Serafini blends classic and modern design.

Key Takeaways and Best Practices

• Design philosophy emphasizes diversity, dialogue, and sustainability.
• Products are engineered for longevity with disassemblability and component replacement to minimize waste.
• Collections are versatile, suitable for offices, homes, and hospitality environments.
• Material selection prioritizes quality, safety (flame-retardant), and aesthetic variety.
• Collaborative design integrates craftsmanship with innovative thinking.

Specific Product Specifications

• Wooden Legs Upholstered Small Chair (Art. 1261): Height 78 cm, Width 55 cm, Depth 55 cm, Seat height 47 cm; fabric required 140 cm; leather 2.40 m².
• Upholstered Chair (Art. 1264): Height 79 cm, Width 54 cm, Depth 53 cm, Seat height 47 cm; fabric 220 cm; leather 3.70 m².
• Self-aligning Swivel Upholstered Chair (Art. 1263): Height 77 cm, Width 57 cm, Depth 67 cm, Seat height 47 cm; fabric 140 cm; leather 2.40 m².
• Virginia Chair (Art. 1044): Height 83 cm, Width 52 cm, Depth 56 cm, Seat height 45 cm; fabric 145 cm; leather 2.80 m².

Materials and Upholstery Details

Upholstery materials include technical fabrics, velvet, bouclé, genuine leather, wool, chenille, faux leather, and elastics, all using flame-retardant polyurethane foam certified by Arrmet Lab. Frames are constructed from painted or galvanized steel, solid ash wood, and painted or polished aluminum, with a broad color palette including natural, black, walnut, cherry, coral, ecru, sage, graphite, white, oxide red, brown, and peacock blue.

Additional Collections and Tables

Virginia Collection: Designed by Ludovica + Roberto Palomba, this collection combines classic style with modernity, featuring padded seats with wraparound backrests made of fireproof foam on steel or solid ash wood frames.

Voilà Table Collection: Offers versatile table bases in three heights (48 cm, 73 cm, 108 cm) compatible with round or square tops made of wood, marble, HPL, or plywood. Bases can be combined to support larger rectangular tops, providing practical and elegant solutions.

Table Bases Specifications

• VOILÀ 73: Height 73 cm, Width 46 cm, Depth 46 cm; supports tops up to 80×80 cm or diameter 80 cm.
• VOILÀ 73 DOUBLE: Two bases of the same dimensions supporting 80×160 cm tops (HPL and Fenix).
• VOILÀ 48 DOUBLE and VOILÀ 108 DOUBLE: Variants with heights 48 cm and 108 cm, compatible with various top sizes.

Finishes and Colors

Extensive color options for frames and upholstery include black, white, graphite grey, oxide red, sepia brown, coral, ecru, peacock blue, sage, among others. Table tops are available in multiple HPL finishes with different edge colors, various marble types (Carrara white, Marquina black, Travertino), and wood finishes.

Manufacturing and Brand Collaborations

Arrmet Lab emphasizes craftsmanship, combining decades of experience with innovative design. The workshop is central to product development, focusing on high-quality furniture for diverse environments. Ludovica and Roberto Palomba, internationally acclaimed architects and designers, collaborate with Arrmet, bringing award-winning design expertise.

Summary of Critical Information

• Precise chair dimensions and upholstery requirements ensure accurate production and material planning.
• Use of flame-retardant foam guarantees safety compliance.
• Wide selection of fabrics and leathers categorized by type and fire resistance.
• Frames available in multiple materials and finishes to meet diverse design needs.
• Table bases designed for modularity and adaptability with various top materials and sizes.
• Collections blend classic and contemporary aesthetics with functional innovation.
• Strong focus on Italian craftsmanship and quality manufacturing processes.