Gianfranco Frattini's historic Sesann sofa
For those with an affinity for minimalism, there's a fine line to walk between subtle aesthetics and cold negative space, making form and material crucial to any curated piece ― yet Gianfranco Frattini's Sesann sofa hits the mark between simplicity and substance.
.resize282820{width: auto;height:auto;}@media (min-width: 961px) { .internal .lz.resize282820{width: 31.25vw;height: 41.667vw;}}@media (-webkit-max-device-pixel-ratio: 0.95), (max--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 0.95), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 1.9/2), (max-device-pixel-ratio: 0.05) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi782437{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi-47132{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi529409{display: inline-block}}@media (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96), (min--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 1.92/2), (min-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96) and (-webkit-max-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24), (max--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 2.48/2), (max-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi782437{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi-47132{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi529409{display: none}}@media (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25), (min--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 2.5/2), (min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi782437{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi-47132{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi529409{display: none}}@media (min-width: 1921px) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi782437{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi-47132{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi529409{display: none}}@media (max-width: 641px) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi782437{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi-47132{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi529409{display: inline-block}}
A notable name of 20th century design across multiple landscapes, Frattini's self-founded practice in Milan made waves in several fields from product design to commercial and residential interiors, marked by the creator's knack for bold-yet-understated work ― and his career left lasting impact on today's contemporary design perspective.
.resize79499{width: auto;height:auto;}@media (min-width: 961px) { .internal .lz.resize79499{width: 23.438vw;height: 31.25vw;}}@media (-webkit-max-device-pixel-ratio: 0.95), (max--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 0.95), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 1.9/2), (max-device-pixel-ratio: 0.05) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi205005{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi848008{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi424688{display: inline-block}}@media (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96), (min--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 1.92/2), (min-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96) and (-webkit-max-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24), (max--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 2.48/2), (max-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi205005{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi848008{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi424688{display: none}}@media (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25), (min--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 2.5/2), (min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi205005{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi848008{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi424688{display: none}}@media (min-width: 1921px) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi205005{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi848008{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi424688{display: none}}@media (max-width: 641px) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi205005{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi848008{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi424688{display: inline-block}}
.resize862518{width: auto;height:auto;}@media (min-width: 961px) { .internal .lz.resize862518{width: 31.25vw;height: 41.667vw;}}@media (-webkit-max-device-pixel-ratio: 0.95), (max--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 0.95), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 1.9/2), (max-device-pixel-ratio: 0.05) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi404980{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi402543{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi-74038{display: inline-block}}@media (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96), (min--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 1.92/2), (min-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96) and (-webkit-max-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24), (max--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 2.48/2), (max-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi404980{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi402543{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi-74038{display: none}}@media (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25), (min--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 2.5/2), (min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi404980{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi402543{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi-74038{display: none}}@media (min-width: 1921px) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi404980{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi402543{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi-74038{display: none}}@media (max-width: 641px) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi404980{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi402543{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi-74038{display: inline-block}}
.resize567299{width: auto;height:auto;}@media (min-width: 961px) { .internal .lz.resize567299{width: 23.438vw;height: 31.25vw;}}@media (-webkit-max-device-pixel-ratio: 0.95), (max--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 0.95), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 1.9/2), (max-device-pixel-ratio: 0.05) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi895134{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi216915{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi808114{display: inline-block}}@media (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96), (min--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 1.92/2), (min-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96) and (-webkit-max-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24), (max--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 2.48/2), (max-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi895134{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi216915{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi808114{display: none}}@media (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25), (min--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 2.5/2), (min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi895134{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi216915{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi808114{display: none}}@media (min-width: 1921px) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi895134{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi216915{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi808114{display: none}}@media (max-width: 641px) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi895134{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi216915{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi808114{display: inline-block}}
His distinct Sesann collection features a line of sofas and armchairs constructed in soft, cushiony forms that achieve a contemporary geometric structure while evoking comforting feelings of warmth and sensuality ― instantly transforming empty space without overpowering it. Contemporary reissues of the historic design frequently find themselves commanding attention in modern spaces, adding crucial substance with bold volumes and high-end upholsteries. Leather options from sleek black to warm brown add a classic richness that can be difficult to execute in truly minimal spaces, effortlessly hitting the mark between traditional and current aesthetics.
.resize801620{width: auto;height:auto;}@media (min-width: 961px) { .internal .lz.resize801620{width: 31.25vw;height: 41.667vw;}}@media (-webkit-max-device-pixel-ratio: 0.95), (max--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 0.95), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 1.9/2), (max-device-pixel-ratio: 0.05) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi796449{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi870881{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi541200{display: inline-block}}@media (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96), (min--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 1.92/2), (min-device-pixel-ratio: 0.96) and (-webkit-max-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24), (max--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 2.48/2), (max-device-pixel-ratio: 1.24) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi796449{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi870881{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi541200{display: none}}@media (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25), (min--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25), (-o-device-pixel-ratio: 2.5/2), (min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi796449{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi870881{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi541200{display: none}}@media (min-width: 1921px) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi796449{display: inline-block} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi870881{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi541200{display: none}}@media (max-width: 641px) { .internal .media .lz.high_dpi796449{display: none} .internal .media .lz.normal_dpi870881{display: none} .internal .media .lz.low_dpi541200{display: inline-block}}
Find more pieces the designer in you can't miss here.