Frag Bak Bookcase

Its defining element is an essential rectangular metal tube structure, immediately recognisable and consistently applied to the dining table, coffee table, bench, bookcase and valet stand.

Attends the School of Architecture at the Politecnico di Milano and graduates in 1986, while attending also the private institute of the Politecnico di Design di Milano from 1982 graduating 1984.

Participates in the furniture collection: “Residenza sulla Terra” for the MALOBBIA INTERNATIONAL coordinated by Michele De Lucchi;

– Is among the founders of SOLID and designs for of the collection in 1986; and in 1988 designs part of the collection and shows in the following galleries:
– MARCONI, Milan
– IL MILIONE, Milan
– LA NUOVA PESA, Rome
– IVES GASTOU, Paris
– Design and outfits the exhibit: “TECHNIQUE DISCRETES: le design du mobilier italien 1980-1990”, at the Musée des Arts Decoratifs, Musée du Louvre, Paris;

– Designs the showroom for MEMPHIS in New York and participates at two Memphis exhibits among that of “i 12 nuovi Memphis” 1986/87;
– Designs in 1990 with Michele De Lucchi the interior of the historical wing of the Groninger Museum (Holland), executed and coordinated by Alessandro Mendini;
Participates with work at the 1990 exhibit CREATIVITALIA in Tokyo, Japan;
– Participate with works done for a silver collection for MORANDOTTI at the exhibit “Capitali europee del Nuovo Design” at the POMPIDOU CENTER, Paris;
– Designs for FIRST FOLIO srl. the logo , the sugar and fruit bowl.
- In 1991 opens his own Studio in Milano.

DETAIL

Designed as a freestanding or wall-positioned bookcase, Bak Bookcase combines formal rigour with refined materials, becoming both a functional and highly distinctive feature within the space.

STEEL (REV.07) FINISHES

08 FULL GRAIN ANILINE LEATHER (REV.01)

FRAG #08 FULL GRAIN ANILINE is an extremely fine leather produced from few carefully selected hides of superior quality. It is a full grain leather of European origin, aniline dyed, with no surface finish, to give a completely natural, delicate and elegant look. It is notable for its luxuriant silky feel. Surface markings, grain defects and minor blemishes of various kinds are typical of this product, emphasising its inherent natural elegance. It is processed entirely in Italy, where total control of the production process and treatments guarantees quality and durability.

An ideal material for our chairs and sofas. It is available in warm, natural shades. Its particular characteristics mean that it may be damaged by exposure to direct sunlight or heat sources, or stained by spilt liquids.

31 MICHELANGELO NABUK (REV.02) 

FRAG #31 MICHELANGELO NABUK is a velour-grain leather with a marked writing effect that creates the characteristic appearance of nabuck. A pronounced sensation of softness and warmth distinguish this leather, with its pleasurable velvety feel. Surface markings, grain defects and minor blemishes of various kinds are typical of this kind of product, emphasising its natural origins. It has a quality that comes from selection of the best European hides, subsequently enhanced by tanning and processing performed entirely in Italy. A perfect material for prestige products in exclusive contexts. Its particular characteristics mean that it may be damaged by exposure to direct sunlight or heat sources, or stained by spilt liquids.

46 LEONARDO LEATHER (REV.00) 

FRAG #46 LEONARDO is a leather of European origin with a sleek appearance produced by treatment with high quality oils, fats and waxes. Slightly two-shaded, it is soft and stimulating to the touch. Its seductive combination of design and texture give it a timeless appeal. It is a return to the origins, colour, softness and smell of natural leather, allied to the special nature of ”writing” leather to create a timeless icon that will gradually change in appearance over its lifetime. Possible imperfections and slight colour variations are characteristic of this product, confirming the authenticity and naturalness of pure aniline leather. Its particular characteristics mean that it may be damaged by exposure to direct sunlight or heat sources, or stained by spilt liquids.

09 RAFFAELLO LEATHER (REV.01) 

FRAG #09 RAFFAELLO is a pigmented, compact and hard-wearing grain leather of European origin. It has a distinctive fine grain, with a perfect balance between the natural material and its final surface treatment that creates a rich sturdiness allied to a feel of softness. It is processed entirely in Italy, where total control of the production process and treatments guarantees quality and durability. An ideal material for our chairs and sofas. Durable and easy to clean, it is resistant to wear and stretching, and retains its colour in normal use.

07 TIEPOLO LEATHER (REV.06) 

FRAG #07 TIEPOLO is a pigmented, compact and hard-wearing grain leather of European origin. As its smooth, even surface suggests, it is soft and silky to the touch. It is processed entirely in Italy, where total control of the production process and treatments guarantees quality and durability. An ideal material for our chairs and sofas. Durable and easy to clean, its special qualities mean that it grows in elegance with the passage of time. It is resistant to wear and stretching, and retains its colour in normal use. Available in a wide range of colours, it is an ideal material for a variety of furnishing projects.