Description
Torii Bold is characterised by the contrast between the large, softly rounded volumes of the upholstery and the lightness of the metal base structure on which it rests. A family of seats created from the original iconic Torii design by Nendo studio, that retains the morphology of the backrest unchanged, while presenting a more solid and compact aesthetic: the two families dialogue harmoniously with each other in a clever interplay of full and empty volumes. The slim backrest is punctuated by a vertical quilting effect and piping, in eco-leather or eco-nubuck, that outlines the perimeter of the upholstery: sartorial details that emphasise the couture aspect of the craftsmanship. The feet, embellished with a small jewel-like button, preserve the interplay of vertical and horizontal elements inspired by the typical traditional Japanese manufacturing details from which the family takes its name, and accommodate the upholstered volume of the sofas and armchairs.
The sofa has a gently curved silhouette in both the small and large sizes, both also available in a peninsula version. The armchairs, on the other hand, are available in a fixed or swivel version, the latter with a curved metal base that conceals the swivel mechanism. The ottomans, in different shapes and sizes, take up the design of the armchair base and, also proposed on castors for easy movement, give the living room a more informal feel.
SOFA structure: Seat in plywood of various thicknesses. The structure is coated in high-resilience, variable-density polyurethane foam. Metal backrest coated in high-resilience polyurethane foam, encased in breathable heat-bonded fibre laminated to white, hypoallergenic cotton fabric to lend softness.
ARMCHAIR structure: The seat is made of plywood in various thicknesses and coated in high-resilience, variable-density polyurethane foam. The metal backrest is padded with flame-resistant polyurethane foam and encased in breathable, hypoallergenic laminated fibre for added softness. The backrest, armrest, and internal sofa and armchair casing feature a quilted vertical slat pattern with refined double stitching. Piping around the backrest and seat cushion defines the upholstery edges, while top stitching enhances the seat cushion. The piping is available in eco-leather or eco-nubuck in a wide range of colours; if no colour is specified, the choice will be determined by the company.
Cushions: Backrest cushion padding in channelled goose down undergoes routine sanitization as specified in EC Regulation No. 1069/2009 (Assopiuma certified, Gold Label) with core insert in high-resilience, variable-density polyurethane foam.
Covers: Structure and backrest cushions are completely removable in all versions (fabric and leather).
Feet: Made of 25 mm Ø solid metal rods, varnished Bronze colour with polished anti-fingerprint finish; tip and decorative element in brass, Black-Nickel finish. Black protective SEBS glides.
Swivel base for ARMCHAIRS: In metal, varnished polished Bronze colour anti-fingerprint finish, 360° swivel with return. Black protective SEBS glides.
The ottomans have 4 castors with 360° swivel, structure in nylon thermoplastic polyurethane rubber.
Designer
nendo
Minotti and Oki Sato, Japanese designer born in 1977, first came into contact in 2017.
Multi-talented, poetic and original, in 2002, Oki Sato opened the architecture and design firm Nendo, of which he is Chief Designer. Internationally renowned for his multi-faceted approach, which spans from graphic design to product design, and from architecture to the creation of installations, Oki Sato officially joined the Minotti team of designers in 2018. With his light, fresh and minimal style, he creates designs with a big personality and a poetic touch. He is mainly inspired by the manual work of master craftsmen and artisans, and by the interaction between people, objects and environment.
















