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Description
The Cortina armchair, launched in 2005, has become an iconic expression of Minotti style. Its wire mesh frame is so lightweight is seems to defy gravity, and now it takes on a new personality, thanks to the introduction of a white painted finish with bush-hammered texture. This new version of the Cortina armchair considerably expands its range of possible uses, both inside the home -- offering a variety of pairing options with all the sofas in the Minotti collection; as well as outside -- in tandem with the Alison Iroko Outdoor sofa. The dynamic shape of the frame and the unusual texture of the Cortina Outdoor sofa form a welcoming background for backrest cushions specifically modified for superior attachment to the frame. All the cushions are covered in white cotton canvas, treated with waterproof coating. The completely removable upholstery fabric comes in an exclusive range of fabrics and colors, tested for their ability to withstand outdoor conditions.
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Designer
Gordon Guillaumier
Gordon Guillaumier is a Maltese designer born in 1966, internationally recognized for his work in product, furniture, interior, and industrial design. After studying in Switzerland and England, he graduated in Industrial Design from IED Milan in 1991 and earned a Masters degree in Industrial Design from Domus Academy the following year. He began his career collaborating with Rodolfo Dordonis studio, contributing to projects for renowned brands including Foscarini, Artemide, and FontanaArte. He later worked alongside Enrico Astori at Driade before establishing his own Milan-based design studio in 2002, specializing in product design, interiors, and creative direction.
Today, Guillaumier serves as Art Director for Desalto and Roda and has designed collections for many of the worlds leading furniture and lighting brands, including Minotti, Moroso, Driade, FontanaArte, Foscarini, Tacchini, Lema, De Sede, Oluce, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna, and Bosa. His work is distinguished by its timeless elegance, functionality, and meticulous attention to detail. His designs have earned numerous international accolades, including the Compasso dOro, Wallpaper Design Award, Interzum Award, and multiple Archiproducts Design Awards. In addition to his product design work, Guillaumier is widely respected for his residential interior and architectural projects, which have been featured in leading international design publications. He has also designed exhibition spaces for major events such as the Milan Furniture Fair and Fuorisalone.
