Wish

Overview

Wish is a bed by Rodolfo Dordoni, headed 2009 on Molteni&C's datasheet. The sheet calls it the best example of the use of wood and attention to detail to create a timeless classic: a bed in solid wood with minimal, refined lines and soft pillows, in fabric or leather, that combine with the solid wood of the headboard. The page says the structure comes in a range of finishes chosen to bring out the grain of the material.

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Construction

The headboard and feet are solid oak (Quercus), with felt non-slip grips on the feet. The edge runners are birch (Betula alba) listels covered in sliced wood and the upper bands are birch veneer panels, also covered in sliced wood. The headboard cushions have an insert of foam rubber and sterilised down with a 100% cotton cover. The adjustable base support is tropicalised metal with a soft PVC cover, and a central base support in painted metal is optional.

Specifications

• WLE18 bed: 200 cm wide and 231 cm long outside, 86 cm high (the vertical value is not labelled on the drawing)

Wood and detail

Molteni&C's datasheet presents Wish as a demonstration of what solid wood and careful detailing can do together. The page adds that the design shows a commitment to craftsmanship and enduring design, with understated lines and careful proportions that it links to relaxation.

Soft pillows against solid wood

The page describes the upholstered head cushions, in fabric or leather, as a tactile contrast to the wooden structure, and says the combination of selected materials, expert joinery and elegant detailing gives the bed a timeless quality that balances practicality and aesthetic appeal.