Alma Dining Armchair
Made by Flexform
Designed by Antonio Citterio
Antonio Citterio designed the Alma around a custom seat shell, one that holds the body with quiet assurance rather than imposing a posture. The silhouette is balanced without rigidity, enveloping without excess. It reads as composed in any setting, from a long dining table to a private study.
Flexform offers the Alma in stationary and swivel versions, with or without armrests, across an extensive range of upholstery and frame finishes. That breadth of configuration reflects a core principle of Citterio's practice: a well-resolved form should adapt to the room, not the other way around.
- Custom-designed seat shell for structural integrity and comfort
- Available in stationary and swivel bases
- Configurable with or without armrests
- Wide selection of upholstery fabrics, leathers, and frame finishes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the stationary and swivel versions of the Alma?
The stationary base provides a fixed, grounded feel suited to formal dining settings, while the swivel version adds rotational ease, making it equally well suited to conference rooms or home offices. Both share the same custom seat shell and upholstery options.
What upholstery options are available for the Flexform Alma?
The Alma is offered across Flexform's full range of fabrics and leathers, including many exclusive textiles developed in collaboration with Italian mills. Frame finishes vary from polished to brushed metals, allowing the chair to integrate with diverse interior palettes.
Who is Antonio Citterio and what defines his design approach?
Antonio Citterio is a Milan-based architect and designer whose work is characterized by formal precision, structural discipline, and a deep understanding of how objects function within architectural space. His long collaboration with Flexform has produced some of the most recognized silhouettes in contemporary Italian furniture.
Is the Flexform Alma suitable for use beyond the dining room?
Yes. The Alma's restrained proportions and range of configurations, particularly the swivel base and armrest options, make it well suited to private offices, conference settings, and residential libraries, not only dining environments.
How is the Alma's seat shell constructed?
The seat shell is custom-designed specifically for the Alma, providing a structural foundation that distributes weight evenly and supports the body without relying solely on cushion volume. This approach reflects Flexform's emphasis on form and function working as a single resolved gesture.