Gae Aulenti Locus Solus Lounge Sling Chairs

This was one of those projects where you aren't exactly sure where to start! Our client brought us these Gae Aulenti outdoor chair frames and wanted us to make new slings. And so, the research started!

Gae Aulenti (1927 - 2012) was an Italian architect, lighting, interior and industrial designer. She was known for many large-scale museum projects, including the Musee d'Orsay and Centre Pompidou in Paris. Her style was modest and minimal, believing people should be the focus of a room.

These lounge chairs incorporate a metal frame with a swingy, freestyle sling. They are supremely comfortable.

Classic Design's work in Veranda Magazine

In addition to restoration, reupholstery and custom furniture, we also fabricate wall & window coverings. It's difficult to show images of this kind of work, however, because the majority (read: all) of these applications are in private homes, and we are not permitted to photograph the homes we work in.

So when we happen upon a magazine spread showing our work, we are thrilled. These photos are of the original work that was done approximately 4 years ago for Anthony Baratta, for a client of his in Los Angeles. 

Classic Design fabricated & installed the wall upholstery shown above & below.

Classic Design fabricated the bed curtains & canopy in the master bedroom shown below.

We recently recovered all the outdoor furniture and remade the portieres (drapes) in the outdoor BBQ loggia (shown below) and pool loggia (second photo below), in preparation for the homeowners daughters' wedding. 

We are sure the wedding was a huge success - as you can see, the grounds are spectacular. If you have a chance, take a look at the entire spread in the July 2015 issue of Veranda Magazine, it's gorgeous.

Before & after: French Iron Outdoor sofa

One of our clients purchased this beautiful iron sofa at auction in France and had it shipped to us. As you can see, it was in need of some TLC - there was heavy rust throughout the piece and some parts of the frame were slightly bent and damaged.

We cleaned it up and powder-coated the frame a creamy ivory to bring it back to life, and then we fabricated cushions in a cheery yellow with off-white piping and buttons.

Even as the weather turns chilly, cushions like these are sure to brighten any patio or porch!

Custom Outdoor Cushions

We recently finished some outdoor cushions for a settee, chair & ottoman by Rose Tarlow. The client didn't like the cushions that came with the set, so we made custom cushions with Brunschwig & Fils fabric, and Perennials cotton cord.

It's important to note that different materials must be used for outdoor furniture cushions. A higher density foam for cushions, and a different fill altogether for pillows, are required to withstand the elements and exposure to the sun.

Of course, for this project, a precise template was made to accommodate the lines and curves of these beautiful pieces. We hope the client enjoys the pieces for years to come!