By Athina
This week our design appointment is dedicated to an ironic and fun chair whose name is inspired by a beloved Italian dish; a chair that, since its inception, has enjoyed a popularity that shows no signs of diminishing…
Designed in 1979 by Giandomenico Belotti, the Spaghetti Chair was the first product launched by Alias, a Bergamo-based company of which the designer was also a co-founder. This chair is a symbol of Italian excellence worldwide and, as such, has earned a place in the permanent collection of the MOMA.
The frame is light and simple, made of steel. You can choose between the painted version and the chrome-plated one.
The backrest and seat are made with the characteristic PVC rod weaving.
The PVC wire, due to its “spaghetti” shape, inspired the famous name.
A name that has undoubtedly helped make the chair an icon.
The clean design, measured proportions, and the comfort of the material are its strong points.
Initially conceived as a simple outdoor chair, particularly aimed at the hotel market, the Spaghetti Chair was overwhelmed by unexpected success.
The first models produced by Alias Design had the frame and the PVC rods in the same color; later, the collection was expanded with new colors and models; there’s truly something for everyone… Furthermore, for its thirtieth anniversary, designer Jasper Morrison gifted it a worthy heir: the Tagliatelle Chair!
A perfect synthesis of technology and form, the Spaghetti Chair is a creative take on the rationalist lesson.
It is playful, functional, and elegant; perfect for creating a modern and sophisticated environment with a touch of irony.
