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Vulcano Outdoor Sofa
Vulcano Outdoor seating system by Antonio Citterio, 2019, with a woven motif and stainless steel.
980 × 700 × 980 mm
2019
Official product information
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Overview
Vulcano is a sectional outdoor seating system from Flexform, designed by Antonio Citterio in 2019. Flexform presents the woven pattern it favours in the indoor collection as the distinctive motif of the system, alongside compositional flexibility and a high degree of customization.
Construction
The backrest and armrest structures are austenitic stainless steel 316, and the sofa sits on a perimeter frame in the same alloy. The cushions are padded with polyurethane foam, with polyester fibre in the backrest cushion, and are encased in a breathable water-repellent lining. Upholstery is removable fabric from the outdoor collection, which Flexform states resists weather, sun, chlorine and salt water.
Specifications
- 98 x 98 x 70 cm (code 0253A1 Armchair)
- Backrest and armrest finishes: electropolished or epoxy powder-coat, or embossed lacquer
- Upholstery: removable fabric
Story
The woven motif outdoors
Flexform notes that the woven pattern, which has inspired many products in its indoor collection, becomes the distinctive motif of the Vulcano seating system. Compositional flexibility and a high degree of customization are described as part of the design's DNA.
Materials for outdoor performance
Flexform describes looking for the right materials to ensure optimum performance outdoors. Stainless steel 316, a super alloy, forms the armrest and backrest structures, and the cushions sit inside a breathable water-repellent lining.
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