Designer
Federica Capitani
Federica Capitani is an Italian designer. Her Industrial Design studies were undertaken within the University of Genova's architecture faculty.
Biography
Background
Federica Capitani is an Italian designer. Her Industrial Design studies were undertaken within the University of Genova's architecture faculty.
Studio experience
From 2002 to 2005 she worked for Patricia Urquiola in Milano. She then joined Marcel Wanders in Amsterdam, taking responsibility for product and furniture design until 2007.
Independent practice
After working on design and cultural projects in Japan, Capitani moved to London in 2009 and established Federica Capitani Design Studio.
Scope
Her practice ranges from small utilitarian objects to architectural projects, with a focus on furniture and lighting. She works between Milano and London and holds a teaching role at the Royal College of Art. For Moroso, Capitani created the Imba seating group, comprising an armchair, chaise longue and stool.
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Products
Imba Ottoman
Imba ottoman by Federica Capitani, with handwoven polyethylene cord on a tubular steel frame
Imba Armchair
Imba armchair by Federica Capitani for Moroso: steel frame with handwoven polyethylene cord
Imba Chaise Longue
Imba chaise longue by Federica Capitani for Moroso: handwoven polyethylene cord on a steel frame
