B&B Italia Group: Arclinea, B&B Italia & Maxalto
B&B Italia Group Store | Arclinea, B&B Italia, & Maxalto
Bringing modern, contemporary and classic Italian furnishings and kitchen programs together into one showroom, WPA Chicago offers a range of options in addition to full-service design solutions. Choose from Poltrona Frau, Cassina, Cappellini or Arclinea; An entire showroom dedicated to the appreciation of Italian design that transcends time and style.
The Convivium island with drawers in bronze PVD stainless steel is the focal point of this space. Featuring a Calacatta gold marble worktop with drip-edge recess and accessorized channel for a functional work surface. Above is the new Convivium hood in bronze PVD with glass border. Artisan craftsmanship and attention to detail with the use of wood: NTF fumé oak for the Era built-in table and the wall of tall units with wood paneling.
Available in three dimensions, Tramae is an ottoman with a hexagonal shape, which is rounded until the edges are no longer visible. The surface shows a singular dynamic mix of materials and colors that come to life through an exclusive weave that reinterprets the tradition of wicker basket making in a contemporary key.
Narinari is a small armchair with a very unusual shape, which catches the eye with its originality and innovation. A seat that embodies the talent of the young designers behind the project in their first collaboration with B&B Italia: Tiziano Guardini and Luigi Ciuffreda. Upholstered in raw cut felt, with meticulous detailing and finishing, Narinari is reminiscent of a silhouette folded like origami.
Designed in 1969, from the onset the Up series has been one of the most outstanding expressions of design with its expressive shapes upholstered with elastic fabric. This innovative solution, poised midway between design and art, and conceived to be offered to a wide audience, stems from B&B Italia’s extensive technological know-how in terms of polyurethane injection molding.
New Arclinea Kitchen Display in Showroom - stop in to see all the details of our new Italia kitchen display featuring double islands and a tall wall of storage. Finishes include Black Ash on the tall Lignum vertically-staved doors, Black Fenix base units, Black Ash breakfast bar and footrest, Quartz countertops with recessed drip guard and accessorized channel, hoods and accents in PVD Black Stainless Steel.
Conceived to revive the tradition of the great upholsterers, the Florius sofa system is characterized by a minimalist frame and a large number of cushions. The selection of modules available allows to create many different configurations. Florius comes in two versions: one with the frame and the cushions entirely upholstered in fabric or leather; the other with the wooden frame in shellac finish, to be combined with fabric or leather upholstery for the cushions.
Arclinea Era dining table paired with B&B Italia Jens chairs and Maxalto Sella benches.
The Dambo sofa family expands with Dambodue, a new version with a particularly generous shape and richly upholstered back and armrests. The seat is direct and rests on the floor, emphasized at the base by a bronzed nickel painted profile that gives it a particularly strong character. The range includes the linear sofa in two- and three-seater versions and a variety of elements to create different types of compositions.
B&B Italia proudly celebrates 45 years of the Diesis sofa, a timeless icon of contemporary design. Launched in 1979 and designed by Antonio Citterio in collaboration with Paolo Nava, the Diesis has captivated audiences with its combination of elegance, comfort and innovation. Since 1979, Diesis has remained a benchmark in the world of high-end furniture, continuing to inspire and enrich living environments with its timeless style.
The Butterfly modular outdoor seating system gets its name from the “butterfly” shape created by the outer corner that joins the armrest and the backrest. With its generous, sinuous lines, it responds effectively to the need for modularity and comfort, offering a free and informal use. Its modular system makes it possible to freely set up versatile configurations, from in-line sofas to corner solutions, from front-facing to lounge layouts. Completely upholstered, Butterfly brings outdoors the quality and comfort that have always characterized the company’s indoor seating.
A sheet of leather “pinched” in two places at the base: here is where the movement and natural inclination of the Alys headboard originate. A headboard with a welcoming and protective shape, of great formal effectiveness, that has thin perimeter strips marked by a lengthwise seam. Alys and Alys 10 are available in leather or fabric.
The Tufty-Time, one of B&B Italia’s most popular sofas, offers a great range of options, comfort and removable covers. The Tufty-Time modular elements are used to invent traditional sofas, sofas with chaise longue, corner sofas and island elements that provide a 360° seating solution. Cozy in its more accentuated depth, Tufty-Time becomes a meeting place, a welcoming refuge where people can just relax.
American Black Walnut is featured in this Arclinea kitchen along with stainless steel base units, countertops, and backsplash. Lignum vertically-staved doors are shown on the tall units. Lignum doors are available in matte lacquer and 5 wood finishes. Casual dining in the kitchen is provided at the Era table (American Black Walnut) that is integrated into the island and the chairs shown are the Jens by B&B Italia.
Designed by Foster+Partners, Industrial Design Studio, Cordoba is an armchair that combines design, precision and environmental responsibility. Roomy and welcoming, the oak wood frame recalls Nordic precision and an oriental spirit, through an almost primordial combination that reveals accoutrements of absolute quality.
A writing desk reminiscent of a classic bureau with a contemporary twist, Max is a small jewel of the cabinet-maker’s art. It stands out due to its extraordinary attention to detail, making it a precious treasure chest. design of the drawers. The desk comes in various models and wood finishes.
B&B Italia revisits the past with the new Softcage outdoor collection, inspired by a 1975 project by Mario Bellini, whose avant-garde vision opened new horizons in the use of rattan as a valuable material for furnishings, combining bold shapes and a timeless elegance. Today this iconic concept is reinterpreted through B&B Italia's lens of innovation to give life to a collection that preserves the magic of hand-crafted rattan and blends it with contemporary aesthetics.
Available both round and rectangular with rounded ends, Tobi-Ishi is a sculptural table that makes reference, stylistically and in its very name, to the ornamental stones used in traditional Japanese gardens. This iconic table brings together functional features with a statuesque appearance, with truly amazing results.
Tortello sofa, designed by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby for B&B Italia, has been awarded the 2024 EDIDA (Elle Decoration International Design Awards) in the “Seating” category. Tortello presents itself as a monolithic sofa or armchair that amuses with its generous, soft and cozy shapes. Just as the name leaves no room for the imagination, the design is also striking.
The Febo bed is available in different sizes with an elegant headboard and the added comfort of two back cushions. The single material and the visible blanket stitch are the characteristic features.
BUTTON OUTDOOR TABLES
The playful collection of multipurpose coffee tables designed by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby is offered in outdoor version. Available in different sizes, the small tables feature tops in white Carrara marble and cylindrical bases in rigid polyurethane painted in five painted colors.
Lignum et Lapis, the iconic Arclinea model designed by Antonio Citterio, is designed with rooms connected to each other with doors to integrate the activities of meal preparation, cooking, and dining with friends and family. Playing with refined and delicate combinations, the language of elegance and harmony involves encompasses all the materials in this space. The dynamic texture of the NTF natural oak slatted walls contrasts with the polished Versilys grey marble of the island and back wall as well as with the delicately textured Vintage stainless steel of the bases.
Beyond the island, the wall-integrated Frame System double central door provides access to the dining area, while two double Stopsol glass doors displaying wall units with a Brushed Bronze aluminum finish symmetrically, add to the beauty of the wall. And, behind the island, a passage leads to an unexpected pantry. Equipped with solutions and tools for preserving various ingredients and equipment for refrigeration and cooking, it completes the project. Everything in this space is designed to create the best conditions for food preparation while sharing the experience with guests. The Pantry, kitchen, and dining room arranged in sequence are in perfect harmony with each other and open to view and use.
The Flair O’ Maxi small armchair echoes the design of the successful Flair O’ chairs boasting bigger sizes for extra comfort. Shown with the Allure O’ Dot table characterized by versatility and functionality, ideal as furnishing complements, or service elements and with the Dambo sofa, a sectional system composed of irregular pentagons and rectangular modules combining complex geometric shapes with linear elements lending itself to multiple compositions and environments.
Timeless, resistant and long-lasting, both formally and physically, the Mirto Outdoor loungers stand out for their essential and elegant design. Paired with Tesa O’, a shading element conceived as a style statement and a versatile solution for outdoor spaces.
A large and exquisitely shaped marble kitchen island stands like a modern sculpture in the center of a space featuring delicate colors and geometric design. Lignum et Lapis, the iconic Arclinea model designed by Antonio Citterio with the purpose of concentrating the preparation of food and the art of hosting around the same element.
Omoi is an armchair that stands out for its sinuous, enveloping shapes, which seem to flow like a pencil that keeps drawing in the space, transforming it almost into a molded being. Inspired by the iconic Scandinavian design of the early 1950s and enriched by Naoto Fukasawa’s unique style, Omoi is characterized by sober, sculptural lines, alternating soft curves with bolder lines. The name Omoi reflects the profound thought and relevance of this creation. It is in fact designed for deep and important conversations rather than pure relaxation. The integrated armrests, a hallmark of the designer, give the armchair a singular elegance and character. Upholstered in fabric or leather, with decorative stitching, it features extremely accurate finishes and details. The oak legs in various finishes - clear brushed, black brushed, grey - lend a touch of naturalness and warmth to the overall design.
In its new version, Camaleonda preserves the elements that have made it an iconic piece of furniture. Certain elements remain faithful to the original project, such as the 90x90 cm seat module, the backrest and armrest, and the characteristic capitonné design, still manufactured with the innovative system of cables, hooks and rings created by Bellini in 1970, which defines its characteristic look and modularity. Seen here in a project by Maison Vilucchi.
The new Caratos Swivel armchair is characterized by an enveloping upholstered back that also forms the armrest. Covered in either fabric or leather, they are part of a collection of chairs and armchairs bursting with proposals for the most diverse settings, united by a base frame in painted die-cast aluminum.
Soleide is a collection of small tables and consoles, in different sizes, with a die-cast aluminum base and a top in hand-hammered mirror steel that gives them a particularly original and precious effect.
The design of Arclinea’s Proxima is developed from the desire to combine the efficiency of large appliances with an evolved design. The result is a hyper-equipped and performing kitchen, with an original and resolute aesthetic, which combines practicality and elegance, functionality and formal harmony.
MEET ARTEMONE
Maxalto’s Artemone is a storage unit that stems from desire to update the traditional dresser found in kitchens. It is available in different combinations of hinged doors and drawers, with or without flap down door, and can be fitted with shelves, pull-out trays and cutlery racks. The different types share the lightness of the base design, separated from the upper part by a shadow gap that makes the structure visually lighter. The base in die-cast aluminum is available in an array of finishes to match the upper part which is offered in shellac or wood.
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WPA Chicago is delighted to announce the opening of a new B&B Italia Store in Chicago’s Design District. This store is the first of it's kind in the United States and is the exclusive source for B&B Italia, Maxalto and Arclinea in Illinois.
Newly redesigned and renovated, our 7000 square foot space on Superior Street retains its industrial character while emphasizing the timeless elegance of B&B Italia and Maxalto designs and Arclinea’s exceptional kitchens.
The new store exemplifies a commitment to the integrity of Italian contemporary design shared by B&B Italia and Arclinea. In 2016, B&B Italia and Arclinea established a strategic partnership based on the complementary nature of their products and on a common ability to merge design, tradition and industrial production approach devoted to excellence.
For the past 20 years, WPA Chicago has been committed to the excellence of Italian design and craftsmanship, and delivers seasoned experience and practical knowledge in support of these exceptional, distinguished brands. Our showroom is open to the public, and architectural and design trade.
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